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  • Free Project Tutorial: Embroidered + Scalloped Denim Jeans

    I have long admired and even purchased denim jeans embellished with flowers and other embroidery designs. I knew that I could create similar items, but I dread the “H” word:  “handwork.” I’m just not a fan of having to sew or embroider things by hand! When I first saw this denim jacket at Baby Lo... View Post
  • Free Sewing Project: Tammy's Easy Scrappy Denim Jacket

    Last year at Baby Lock Tech 2024, Tammy saw a jacket that made her say, “WHOA! I need that jacket NOW!” Designed by Denise Schober, the jacket in question was a denim dream in scrap fabrics. The allure was undeniable. We all have a denim jacket in our closets and scrap fabrics lingering in our st... View Post
  • Thimbles Free No-Sew Fabric Star Ornament

    A few years ago Tammy whipped up several no-sew fabric star ornaments using leftover holiday fabric scraps. The project elicited lots of joy out of our customers. Several Thimbles quilters and sewists took the opportunity to bust through their own holiday fabric scraps to make ornaments as quick ... View Post
  • Free Burrito Pillowcase Sewing Project Tutorial

      It's National Quilting Month and this Saturday is National Quilting Day! We decided to honor the occasion by sharing one of our favorite patterns for a burrito pillowcase. The Burrito Pillowcase is quick, super easy, and features French seams for a beautiful, professional finish. You can easily... View Post