Tag Archives: News

Custom Stool Cover

Posted on November 14, 2014 by

Make your own padded stool cover! This simple-to-make cover should fit any round stool. It’s padded, and has a drawstring closure for easy removal. Tutorial: Custom Stool Cover Enjoy!

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Organizing Your Sewing Space

Posted on November 2, 2014 by

Whether your sewing area is small or large, it’s a good idea to keep it organized. In this two-part article, we’ll look at the three pieces of furniture that are essential for a sewing room. We’ll also devise a floor plan, and … Continue reading →

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Crazy-Quilted Sewing Machine Cover

Posted on October 29, 2014 by

I needed a new cover for my new sewing machine. This time, I decided to make something special, using my newly acquired crazy-quilting skills. Follow along in this short diary as I make a custom-fitted cover and embellish it with … Continue reading →

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The Phantom of the Opera Costume Exhibit

Posted on October 3, 2014 by

When Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera came to town, it brought a traveling exhibit of costumes! In this two-part article, we’ll examine six gorgeous costumes designed by Maria Bjornson: the Footman’s livery, a Hannibal slavegirl ballet outfit, Piangi’s Hannibal armor, … Continue reading →

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Crazy-Quilted Book Cover

Posted on September 15, 2014 by

This brand-new, step-by-step tutorial combines the art of crazy-quilting with a simple book cover, resulting in a gorgeous one-of-a-kind project! In part one, you’ll learn how to draft a custom pattern to fit any book, make a mockup to ensure … Continue reading →

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An Alterations Nightmare

Posted on August 15, 2014 by

When I had my wedding gown shortened, it was a disaster! How can you prevent a similar alterations nightmare? Here are the problems I encountered, so you can learn from my mistakes. New Article: An Alterations Nightmare Enjoy!

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Pinterest!

Posted on June 8, 2014 by

I’m proud to announce that you can now follow Yesterday’s Thimble on Pinterest! Our boards include topics such as: basic sewing skills, historical costuming, Victorian fashion plates, sewing book reviews, and fun sewing projects–with more to come! Yesterday’s Thimble @ … Continue reading →

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Sewing Machine Cover

Posted on February 25, 2014 by

Every sewing machine needs a cover, right? I bought an “easy” pattern to make a cover, but it ended up being anything but simple. This sewing diary follows my struggle to make a sewing machine cover. Sewing Diary: Sewing Machine Cover … Continue reading →

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Kindle Cover

Posted on January 18, 2014 by

I couldn’t find a new case for my Kindle Fire HD, so I decided to sew a custom slipcover to fit over the old case. My idea worked better than I’d hoped! Follow along in this diary as I design … Continue reading →

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New Wrist Pincushion

Posted on December 20, 2013 by

You may have read my tutorial for a quick and easy wrist pincushion. This one is even better! It features a rectangular pincushion and a wrist strap that fastens with Velcro. Follow along as I sew this pincushion, or make … Continue reading →

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