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Twas' The Night Before Christmas

'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the Lounge Not a teacher was sewing, not even the one with a big mouth; The stockings were hung by the sergers with care, In hopes that Ms. Tisha ...

What do you do when your child draws on a chair?

Give your chairs a new face lift!

Best Quilt Portrait Artist of All Time: Bisa Butler

 Last week, I had the opportunity to visit the Art Institute of Chicago to see portrait quilt artist Bisa Butler’s exhibit. This was my first time seeing her work in person and I was absolutely ama...

Spice up your home decor with Mudcloth

So what exactly is mudcloth? Mudcloth - also called 'bogolan' - is handmade in Mali, West Africa. Cotton from the region is handwoven into strips then sewn together. Artisans begin by soaking cotto...

5 Best Serger Machines of 2021

These are some of the best serger machines for the year. Through every product in this list is a great option, but the clear winner for us is the Juki MO644D Portable Serger. With the speed and dur...

Top 5 Sewing Machines for 2021

Whether you are a freelance fashion designer, a professional quilter, or a hobbyist, sewing machines are a must-have item. So why wait and struggle with an older machine with limited features when ...

5 Tips on How to Mix African Print

African print fabrics are standalone statement fabrics so putting two or even three together can sometimes feel intimidating. But don’t worry! Use these few tips to nail your next garment with mixe...