Sit n' Sew Blog

It's January - everyone's favorite organizing season as the new year begins. One common theme for organizing is storage, and today we're here to offer a solution. Choose your favorite fat quarters to stitch adorable fabric boxes - perfect for holding scraps, thread, binding clips, and even snacks.   You'll Need:Small Bin (2) 9" squares fabric(2) 2-1/4" x 18" strips for binding (1) 9" square fusible fleeceMedium Bin (2) 12" squares fabric(2) 2-1/4" x 18" strips for binding&nb …

It's the end of the year, and everyone is talking resolutions. Exercise more, eat less dessert, read more books... those are all worthwhile resolutions, but today we're going to focus on sewing-related resolutions.One of my resolutions is always to keep my studio neater and more accessible so I can spend less time hunting for the supplies I need and more time sewing. I struggle with putting away the leftovers from one project before jumping into the next.What about you? What if we gave you a blu …

Have you seen our Merry & Bright kit? This seasonal wall hanging is quick and easy to make, and we've got a video tutorial that you can watch as you sew. The kit combines embroidered blocks (we've done the stitching work for you!) and two cozy wintry prints to complete the quilt top.  Today I'm going to show you what you can make with the leftover flying geese triangles - great small gift ideas for your family and friends.  Keep scrolling and I'll show you how to cut, press and a …

When it comes to embroidery, understanding the fabric you're working with is just as important as choosing the design. At Sit n' Sew, we believe that knowledge is power—and the right stabilizer can turn a good project into a great one. Let’s explore the key differences between knit and woven fabrics, and how selecting the right backing for each ensures your embroidery looks flawless. What’s the Difference Between Knit and Woven Fabrics?Before we dive into embroidery backings, let’s break down ho …

Thanksgiving is almost here and it's turkey season! Use fabrics from our fall fat quarter bundles to make this Turkey Table Topper - the instructions for making this project are below. Download the turkey templates here.  You'll need: 4 FQs for applique and piecing1 gold stripe FQ for block background and binding1 FQ for backing16" square of battingFusible webCoordinating thread Cutting: From each of 4 FQs:(4) 3-1/2" squaresFrom gold stripe FQ:(1) 10" square(4) 2-1/4" x WOF st …