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handwork happiness embroidery

Sometimes you want an alternative to sewing inside! These on-the-go projects easily fit in a bag and can be started (and finished) while on a road trip, during a vacation, or even while relaxing outdoors.

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Embroidery Hoop Art

handwork happiness embroidery

Itching to get stitching? Embroider fresh designs and admire your handmade works in a hangable hoop.

See our free embroidery hoop art patterns here.

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Sewing Projects Using Wool

Pennies and Stars

Felted wool is easy to handle, doesn't fray, and is quite forgiving. Browse our collection of free sewing patterns that use felted wool, then start stitching!

See free wool quilt patterns here.

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English Paper Piecing Projects

Practice English Paper Piecing

Whether you just want to try a small project using this technique or go all in with a larger quilt, these patterns are fun to try!

Get free English paper piecing projects here.

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Learn EPP

Learn EPP

English paper piecing (or EPP) involves stabilizing fabric around a paper shape before sewing the pieces together to create intricate designs. Because it's done by hand, it makes the perfect on-the-go project.

See EPP instructions here.

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Hand Piecing Projects

Star Attraction

Cut your pieces in advance, then sew your blocks together by hand.

Get hand-pieced patterns here.

See tips for hand piecing here.

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Sewing Projects with Embroidery

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Embroidery, either by hand or by machine, is sure to add distinctive flair to your sewing projects.

See our free embroidery patterns here.

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Learn Basic Embroidery Stitches

Learn Basic Embroidery Stitches

Get how-to instructions and see illustrated diagrams for basic hand-embroidery stitches.

See simple embroidery stitches here.

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Flower Hand-Appliqué Quilts

Flower Hand-Appliqué Quilts

Grow some beautiful blooms (and grow in skill, too) with these quilts showcasing hand-appliquéd flowers.

Get free patterns for hand-applique here.

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Hand Quilting

Hand Quilting

Finish a project by hand for a portable way to make progress on your quilt.

See how to hand quilt here.

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Binding Your Quilt

Binding Your Quilt

After sewing your binding to the front of your quilt by machine, turn it under, and hand-stitch your binding to the back of your quilt.

See how to bind here.

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Yo-Yo Quilt Projects

On-the-Go Projects

Yo-yos are perfect on-the-go sewing projects. Use them to embellish quilts, sewing rolls, wall art, and holiday centerpieces.

See yo-yo sewing patterns here.

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Learn to Make Fabric Yo-Yos

Learn to Make Fabric Yo-Yos

Learn to make fabric yo-yos--you can make an entire quilt of yo-yos or add just a few to your project for a touch of texture.

See how to make yo-yos here.

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