Annie’s Quick & Easy Sewing

Annie's Quick & Easy Sewing

Quick stitching! This special issue is bursting with 30+ fast and fun sewing projects you can make in a day, weekend, or even an afternoon. Find small and satisfying patterns to make between larger quilts or in spare moments you find to relax and sew. Not a needle out of place! The Organize Your Sewing Space chapter features projects that are perfect for adding a clean and colorful touch to your craft room. Baskets, pincushions and more will help keep things tidy. Terrific table sets! Nothing brightens up a kitchen like a new table accent or pot holder in your favorite colors. You'll love to make these Custom-Stitched Kitchen designs for yourself or a friend. Stitch unique gifts! A quick and easy gift with love in every stitch will be sure to impress. The Handmade From the Heart chapter is full of fun projects that are perfect for gifting and easy to make when you're short on time. Find a lap quilt, beautiful bag, stylish pillow and more! Plus, you won’t want to miss the Clawfully Cute Sewing Room Set, a cat-loving quilter's dream. Create a matching basket, place mat and cushion all with adorable feline faces. Get all this and more when you download today!

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in this issue

IN THIS ISSUE

Editorial

Editorial There is something to be said for a project that you can start and finish all in the same day. Looking at the pattern image and then seeing it finished in person all within 24 hours is such a rewarding feeling. The hard part can often be finding the right project. Spending $10+ on a single pattern that you can make in a day seems over the top, and searching for a free pattern that you actually love can be time-consuming. Annie’s is here to help! This special sewing issue is filled with quick and easy projects, most of which can be made in an afternoon. You are sure to find multiple designs to add to your weekend to-do list, making this publication worth every penny! Happy sewing!…

1 min

Chapter 1

Quilted Sewing Machine Pad

Quilted Sewing Machine Pad This practical sewing machine pad will protect your desktop while keeping pins and needles close at hand. Designed & Quilted by Chris Malone Skill Level Confident Beginner Finished Size Pad Size: 20" x 12" plus pocket Materials ¼ yard white with red print* ¼ yard red/white stripe* ⅓ yard total assorted red scraps (at least 4½" square)* 23" x 24" backing 23" x 24" batting rectangle plus 4½" x 5½" scrap 14" length of 2"-wide hook-and-loop tape Fiberfill Thread Basic sewing tools and supplies *Kimberbell Basics from Maywood Studio used to make sample. Project Notes Read all instructions before beginning this project. Stitch right sides together using a ¼" seam allowance unless otherwise specified. Materials and cutting lists assume 40" of usable fabric width. WOF –…

2 min

Chapter 1

Bee Kind Pincushion

Bee Kind Pincushion This decorative pincushion will keep your pins in check while reminding everyone how to make each day better! Design by Chris Malone Skill Level Beginner Finished Size Pincushion Size: 6" x 6½" Materials 2 (7" x 7") squares dark gold wool felt Scraps black, light gold and white wool felt Embroidery floss: black, white, and dark and light gold (to match felt) Fusible web with paper release Template material Polyester fiberfill Heat- or water-soluble pen (optional) Basic sewing tools and supplies Project Notes Read all instructions before beginning this project. Refer to photo for appliqué placement. Completing the Pincushion 1. Refer to Raw-Edge Fusible Appliqué on page 96 and prepare templates for the skep, skep hole, bee body, bee stripe, bee face and bee wing using the…

3 min

Chapter 1

Iron Caddy & Fabric Cord Wraps

Iron Caddy & Fabric Cord Wraps This bag has a layer of cotton and insulated batting for transporting your iron and other supplies. The cord wraps will keep all your cords organized. Designs by Chris Malone Skill Level Confident Beginner Finished Sizes Iron Caddy Size: 6" x 12" x 6" Small Cord Wrap Size: 2½" x 5" Large Cord Wrap Size: 3" x 7" Iron Caddy Materials Small piece each red tonal, black solid and gray tonal ⅔ yard each white dot and blue print 20" x 24" rectangle plus 4" x 14" strip 100% cotton batting* 20" x 24" rectangle insulated batting* Fusible web with paper release Template material Thread Basic sewing tools and supplies *Warm & Natural and Insul-Bright Insulated Batting from The Warm Company used to make…

4 min

Chapter 1

Claw fully Cute Sewing Room Set

Claw fully Cute Sewing Room Set Make these friendly sewing room helpers with just a bit of fabric, a handful of buttons and some simple stitching. Designs by Chris Malone Skill Level Confident Beginner Finished Sizes Thread Catcher Size: 4" x 4" x 4" Coaster Size: 4" square Pincushion Size: 4" x 8" Project Notes Read all instructions before beginning this project. Stitch right sides together using a ¼" seam allowance unless otherwise specified. Materials and cutting lists assume 40" of usable fabric width and 20" for fat quarters. Prepare templates for ear, cat face, cat base, tail and inner ear appliqués using patterns provided. Refer to photo for placement of appliqués and embellishments. Thread Catcher Materials Scraps pink dot ¼ yard or fat quarter each gray dot and white…

6 min

Chapter 1

Botanical Needle Keeper

Botanical Needle Keeper Keep needles and pins close at hand in this pretty, leafy needle keeper. Design by Audrey Mann & Diane Brinton Here’s a Tip When sewing with thicker decorative thread on your sewing machine, lengthen the stitch length to 3.0 to allow for the extra thread bulk. Skill Level Confident Beginner Finished Size Needle Keeper Size: 8½" x 5" Materials 10" square white print* 10" square pink print* 6" square each teal, orange and gold wool felt 2" x 8" green wool felt 10" square fusible interfacing 5 pink flower buttons—3 medium, 2 small Teal embroidery floss Template material 12 wt. pink cotton thread 2"-wide piece heavy cardstock Thread Basic sewing tools and supplies *Fabrics from Moda Fabrics used to make sample. Project Notes Read all instructions before…

3 min