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Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
This easy clutch is a girl's best friend. Ashley Nickels shows you how to sew this simple clutch from scratch, complete with interior credit card slots and a detachable wristlet strap. Though the bag is little, it's packed with skill-building opportunities, like making bias tape and inserting a zipper. Whether you use it as an every day wallet or take it along for a night out, this bag is sure to come in handy.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Sewer and quilter Ashley Nickels shows you how to create a stylish, functional carrier bag for your yoga mat. Learn how to cut out the pattern pieces, add handles, and attach D-ring hardware to hold the mat in place. Best of all, this yoga mat bag features a zippered pocket - an essential for stashing your keys and phone while you're on the mat.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Drawstring bags are a charming way to present a gift, and they couldn't be easier to make. Ashley Nickels adds a twist to this beginner sewing project by showing you how to finish the inside with French seams, and instead of twine or rope, she shows how to use selvedge trim to create your own drawstring. This customizable bag can be sewn in any size desired.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Sewing a dopp bag is easier than you might think. Ashley Nickels teaches you how to create this structured yet simple bag, perfect for guys and ladies alike. You will learn how to add a handle, zipper and an inner laminate lining for easy clean up. Once you're done, fill your dopp bag with toiletries and you'll be on your way.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Sew a drapey, gauzy, layering piece in next to no time to quickly top any outfit. Sewer Ashley Nickels demonstrates how to use a comfortably-fitting oversized t-shirt to make your own template, cut your fabric, then stitch together with underarm seams. A rolled-hem foot makes finishing the edges a breeze with options provided for a double-fold hem option.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Dip your toe into the wild waters of quilting with these two simple potholder projects. Modern quilter Ashley Nickels shows you how to make a basic potholder using solid squares of fabric and pre-made bias tape, or a slightly more complex patchwork potholder using homemade binding tape. You will learn about basting, chain piecing and different styles of quilting, plus pro tips for attaching the binding.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to make mitered corners on a single piece of fabric from sewing and quilting instructor Ashley Nickels. Starting with a square piece of fabric and a home sewing machine, you will learn how to press the edges, mark corners, stitch the miters in place and trim away excess fabric. This easy technique is great for creating cloth napkins and table runners or finishing the edges of any sewing project that has a corner.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
An essential part of any quilter or sewist's arsenal, bias tape is helpful for creating stretchy, durable edges. Ashley Nickels demonstrates how to find the bias on ordinary quilting cotton, then how to cut, iron, and pin fabric to an edge. This snack-sized lesson packs lots of information into just five minutes.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Creativebug all-star Ashley Nickels shows you how to stitch a simple pair of baby bloomers that make the sweetest summery diaper cover. You'll sew straight seams, then work a double-fold casing for the elastic waist and legs. The included pattern comes in three sizes: 3-6 months, 6-12 months and 12-24 months. Requiring just a small amount of fabric, these are an approachable stash-busting project that make for an adorable gift.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to make a reversible, floppy sun hat--the perfect addition to your summer wardrobe. Ashley Nickels will show you how to measure your head to determine your hat size and how to increase or decrease the length of the brim to make it totally customizable. Best of all, this sun hat can be made with your two favorite fabrics since it's fully reversible. This class is great for new sewers and for anyone who needs a stylish hat to wear under the...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Wondering what to do with your leftover quilt blocks? Make an adorably unique oven mitt! Using Anna Maria Horner's Whippersnapper block, Ashley Nickels shows how to take any quilt block and turn it into a one-of-a-kind patchwork oven mitt. You'll begin by creating two mini quilts, then cut out pattern pieces using the provided template. Add bias tape to finish the edges and create a hanging loop, then sew together for a cute and functional kitchen...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Stitching in the ditch" is an essential sewing and quilting technique that anchors your layers in place and creates clean seams on the right side of your sewing. Like the name implies, ditch-stitching is as simple as sewing along your seam lines. Ashley Nickels demonstrates how it's done in this short tutorial.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Wondering what to do with all of the gorgeous blocks in our Block of the Month series? Ashley Nickels shows how to expertly set any quilt block in a posh pillowcase, featuring sashing to frame the block and a hidden zipper. She demonstrates the technique using Carolyn Friedlander's Polk Block, but you can use any block you please to create custom pillows for your home.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
This foldover clutch is the perfect mash-up of quilting and sewing techniques. Ashley Nickels shows you how to piece the zigzag patchwork for the exterior of the bag, create an interior pocket and lining, and finish it off with a zipper. Best of all, this clutch does not require a pattern and is a great project for beginning sewers and quilters alike.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Sewist Ashley Nickels demonstrates how to make her very favorite studio accessory - the infinity apron. This stylish and versatile wrap apron is easy to pull on and off and looks both fantastic and functional on a variety of body types. Ashley guides you through this beginner level pattern that is comprised of a series of rectangles to customize the apron to your size. Get a classic look with a solid woven cotton or linen or use a printed fabric for...
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