Category Archives: Liz Kettle

Sewing Tension

It’s all about the Tension! or, Don’t Touch That Dial! by Liz Kettle Understanding your sewing machine’s tension system is the single most important thing you need to know to become an incredible stitching queen (or king). However, tension is … Continue reading

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Sewing Needles

Finding Needle Clarity By Liz Kettle Standing in front of the wall of sewing machine needle options can be daunting. Just what are all those different needles for? Thoroughly confused, you grab an assorted pack of universal needles because they … Continue reading

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Rotary Cutters for Quilters

Eight Tips for Perfect Rotary Cutting By Liz Kettle Rotary cutting is one of the best tools in the modern quilter’s box. I was so excited when I got my first rotary cutter when I was a budding quilter but … Continue reading

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Free Craft: A Pocket Full of Posies

By Liz Kettle Do you ever have those days where nothing seems to go right? Your grocery bag rips and apples go rolling everywhere, you burn a hole in our favorite fleece vest, the plumber calls with bad news (do … Continue reading

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Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow: Free Craft Project

Make Your Own Fabric Christmas Cards A Free Craft Project By Liz Kettle I love sending fabric postcards to friends and family but I have gotten out of the habit in the last year as I spend more time communicating … Continue reading

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