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1997 Features

12/30/97 - Soft Sculpture Mrs. Santa Ornament
Old stockings and felt scraps make a great ornament.

12/23/97 - Soft Sculpture Santa Ornament
Get a jump on next Christmas' projects.

12/16/97 - Cloth Napkins
Directions for a quick and easy gift with mitered corner details.

12/09/97 - Sewing Graphics
Sewing graphics to help you build a home page or make iron on transfers.

12/02/97 - Sewing Wish List
A gift list and shopping suggestions for every sewing oriented person on your list.

11/26/97 - Foot Ball Pillows
Full directions and an free online pattern to make your own Foot Ball Throw Pillow.

11/18/97 - Baskets And Kits For Gifts
Tips and tricks to create economical gifts from the heart.

11/11/97 - Pot Holders
A different kind of pot holder with removable padding.

11/04/97 - Sewing Word Search Puzzle
A word search puzzle designed for the sewing enthusiast.

10/28/97 - Sewing Machine Buying Tips
Whether your going to break the bank or stay conservative when you buy a sewing machine, here's some things to keep in mind.

10/21/97 - Tea Bag Costume
Directions for a costume made from fall leaves and interfacing.

10/14/97- Flower Costume
A easy costume that will keep your child warm while they trick or treat.

10/07/97- Spiffy Clown Costumes
I'll be talking about ways to cut corners and elaborate on purchased costume patterns.

09/30/97- Robot Costume
We're elaborating on sleeve protectors, using card board boxes and foil to create a memorable little robot.

09/23/97 - Trick or Treat Loot Bags
Make your own loot bag using your fabric stash. Use the chart provided for varying the size of your bag to make reusable lunch, grocery or gift bags.

09/16/97 - Zippered Binder Cover
Create your own binder cover that will keep everything inside and save dollars at the store.

09/09/97 - Cording and Piping
This feature is full of pointers for making your own piping and cording.

09/02/97 - Ruffled Pillows
Here's a way to make fancy slip covers for your throw pillows.

08/26/97 - Sleeve Protectors
Make a set for art class and the trunk of your car to prevent those hard to get out stains.

08/19/97 - Child's Art Apron
Here's a simple project that will transform your child's art smock into something special.

08/12/97 - Envelope-Back Pillows
Complete instructions for making slip covers for your throw pillows.

08/04/97 - Tips And Tricks For Making Children's Pajamas
Ideas for pajamas, with directions for ribbing.

07/28/97 - Scented Hot Pad
Complete instructions that make your family think they are having hot apple pie.

07/15/97 - Christmas Tree Skirt
A Christmas tree skirt made using mainly your serger.

07/08/97 - Craft Tool And Paint Brush Holder
A roll up caddy to carry your craft tools and paint brushes.

07/01/97 - Sachets
Complete instructions for a great little gift using your scrap stash.

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