DIY - Reusable Swiffer duster from an old t-shirt diy low- and zero-waste tutorials upcycling Apr 23, 2021

Mr Zen loves his Swiffer when he is dusting, because it can reach under...

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How to use dissolvable sashiko templates stitching tutorials Apr 14, 2021

Some sashiko patterns are quite complex to look at, let alone draw onto your...

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How to Whip Stitch stitching tutorials Feb 17, 2021

Whip stitch is a great way to attach a patch of fabric to your garment when...

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How to stitch a Hana Fukin stitching tutorials Jan 13, 2021

Hana Fukins are a fun way to practice learning sashiko stitches because they...

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How to make a pot holder with recycled jeans and Boro stitching stitching tutorials upcycling Nov 06, 2020

Last week I put together a list of fun things I would make recycling an old...

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How to cut and organize your sashiko thread tutorials Jun 23, 2020

Sashiko thread often comes in a skein, which can be frustrating to access if...

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How to make a sashiko thimble tools tutorials May 21, 2020

Recently I bought a sashiko thimble to assist with sewing projects that...

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How to repair your jeans with zen stitching circles stitching tutorials Apr 30, 2020

“The most sustainable garment is the one already in your...

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How to make your own freezer paper tutorials Apr 03, 2020

Some of my readers will have come across references to freezer paper for...

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To knot... or not? stitching tutorials Nov 29, 2019

This is a question I get asked all the time - and if you have learnt...

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How to Print Sashiko Stencils on Fabric stitching tutorials May 24, 2018

If you have been swept away with the Sashiko stitching craze (like me) you...

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