Sweater to Bag

If you like to recycle, this idea to transform a wool sweater into a one-of-a-kind designer bagworth to try. You always need additional hand-bag, plus you always use this as a gift to your friends and relatives.

Another idea of mine is the next time I saw nice cheap sweater, I will buy 2 at once. One to wear as it is, the other one is to transform as a bag. Then I will have a matching bag with my outfit. Let me know how you think in the comment section.

Interested? Here is the link to the pattern.
Happy sewing!

Material Sizes for Home Decor

I rarely sewing clothes for myself as I prefer to wear T-shirt and jeans. However I love to sew something for my home such as curtain or pillow cases. Thus, I collect information about the sizes of material needed to sew those.
I hope this information is usefull to you too!

Shower Curtain
72 x 72 inches

Pillowcase
Boudoir (Travel) 12 x 16 inches
Standard 21 x 27 inches
Queen 21 x 31 inches
King 21 x 37 inches

Sheet Sizes
Crib Fitted 28 x 52 inches
Crib Flat 42 x 72 inches
Twin Fitted 39 x 75 inches
Twin Flat 66 x 96 inches
Double Fitted 54 x 75 inches
Double Flat 81 x 96 inches
Queen Fitted 60 x 80 inches
Queen Flat 90 x 102 inches
King(Standard)Fitted 76 x 80 inches
King (Standard)Flat 108 x 102 inches

Bedspread Sizes
Twin 81 x 110 inches
Double 96 x 110 inches
Queen 102 x 120 inches
King (Standard)115 x 120 inches

Coverlet/Comforter
Twin 69 x 90 inches
Double 84 x 90 inches
Queen 90 x 95 inches
King(Standard)94 x 102 inches

Duvet
Twin 71 x 92 inches
Double 86 x 92 inches
Queen 92 x 97 inches
King(Standard) 96 x 105 inches

Tablecloth
Square Table: 28 x 28 to 30 x 30 inch 54 x 54 inches
Square Table: 36 x 36 to 40 x 40 inch 64 x 64 inches
Square Table: 48 x 48 to 52 x 52 inch 72 x 72 inches

Round Table: 36 inch diameter 64 x 64 inches
Round Table: 60 to 66 inch diameter 81 x 81 inches
Round Table: 72 inch diameter 90 x 90 inches
Rectangle Table: 30 x 48 inch 54 x 72 inches
Rectangle Table: 30 x 72 inch 54 x 96 inches
Rectangle Table: 40 x 72 inch 64 x 96 inches
Rectangle Table: 40 x 96 inch 64 x 120 inches
Rectangle Table: 40 x 120 inch 64 x 144 inches

Happy sewing.

Another Use of Binder Clips

I am not very good using machine. That is why I prefer to hand sew my quilt rather than using machine. However, recently I saw some good tips how to tackle several layers together when a pin just wouldn't do it. Binder Clips! It looks a good idea to me and I would love to try it someday.

Valentine is Coming

Time flies so fast. I was so busy with life that I neglected this blog. In less than 2 weeks we are going to celebrate Valentine's day.

What do you want to give for your love one for Valentine's? Why not trying to sew something pretty and useful like this sachet? It's fast to make and it's pretty useful too. You can fill in some lavender inside. It's lavender scent makes it perfect for tucking into a linen closet or lingerie drawer.

Here is the link to go to the pattern page.

Bobbin Organizer

I don't know about you, but I have tried numerous ways to keep my bobbins organized over the years and have yet to find the perfect method. Here are a couple of ideas for you to think about.


Clover offers the Stack 'N Store Bobbin Tower, a freestanding bobbin keeper. I like the fact that each stand holds 30 bobbins, and the towers can be stacked on top of each other for even more bobbin storage. Individual bobbins are easily snapped in and out of the tower, and thread colors are clearly visible. Although this is not an inexpensive choice, it is the closest I have come to the perfect product for bobbin storage.



A less expensive choice is Bobbin Wraps. This is one of those products that you look at and think, "Why did't come up with this idea?" It really does tame those stray threads. Additionally, since my sewing machine utilizes a clear plastic bobbin, I am able to see the thread color through the top of the bobbin. However, if your machine uses a metal bobbin with a limited ability to see through to the thread color, this is probably not your best choice as it covers too much of the thread color. Bottom line: This product is inexpensive and keeps stray threads securely locked into place.

Kitchen Towels

I always dream to have a very nice and big kitchen. A kitchen that is clean and pretty, the one that you don't mind to stay for the whole day. My kitchen is kind of small, messy and hot. No wonder I hate to cook. Probably I will make these kitchen towels to make my kitchen nicer.

General Thread Rules

With the array of thread available, how do you know which thread is best for your project? The following are some guidelines to help you select the perfect thread for your project.

Color: Pick thread that is one shade darker than the fabric.

Weight: Match the thread weight to the fabric weight. Threads are ranked by a number system. A high number indicates a light (or fine) thread, and the medium weight of thread is a 50 weight.

Fiber: Try to match thread fiber to fabric fiber. Cotton fabric should be sewn with cotton thread; polyester or manmade fiber should be sewn with polyester thread. If possible, don't sew natural fibers with polyester thread. Polyester fiber is stronger than most natural thread, so over time, the stronger polyester thread can break the weaker cotton fiber of the fabric. For quilting, look for thread labeled "machine quilting" or "hand quilting."

Twist: The amount of spin of the thread fibers. A thread with a high amount of twist will be smoother, shinier and stronger than thread with little or no twist.