Author Archives: Luv2Sew

March is National Quilt Month!

Posted on March 3, 2010 by Luv2Sew

In honor of National Quilt Month and the upcoming National Quilt Day on March 20th, Havel’s Sewing would like to share a few quick links to some of our favorite quilt designers’ pattern shops. Thimble Blossoms Cherry House Quilts The … Continue reading →

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Do You Want to Learn More About Fabric?

Posted on March 1, 2010 by Luv2Sew

One of our favorite resources here at Havel’s Sewing is the terrific blog dedicated to fabric called True Up. Filled with information on everything from types of fabrics to how to design fabrics to recognizing patterns and all the best … Continue reading →

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Fabric Mod Podge Will Make Your Decoupage Dreams Come True!

Posted on February 23, 2010 by Luv2Sew

If you’ve ever made a collage, then you’ve probably heard of that very popular decoupage product Mod Podge.  The matte and gloss types are very popular with mixed-media artists.  Here at Havel’s Sewing, we’ve even seen one of our very … Continue reading →

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Keep Current on Inspiring Mixed Media Arts

Posted on February 18, 2010 by Luv2Sew

Do you love fabric but want to do more with it than make sewn goods?  Maybe you want to dye it or embellish it with beads or tin or wood.  Or maybe you love to place paper and fabric together … Continue reading →

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Design Wall Options for Your Sewing Space

Posted on February 8, 2010 by Luv2Sew

One fantastic tool of the trade is a flannel design wall.  Your fabric clings to flannel so you can arrange quilt blocks or other projects to determine optimal fabric arrangements.  Most quilt shops will have at least one in their … Continue reading →

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