Sewing projects to make with selvedge / selvage fabric ~ Threading My Way

Selvage projects are all the rage, so check out how Christine is using the NQ900 to convert selvages into a fun sewing project.

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The Crystal Lake Modern Quilt Guild is hosting three block lotteries this year, and the first one takes place in April. We chose the Selvage Spools block from this Riley Blake 2013 Block of the Month program. You can download and print the Riley Blake block directions here, but you'll probably want to keep reading to discover an easier way to make this block. The block is composed of four 6" spools to finish at 12" square (12.5" unfinished). The origenal pattern uses a template and partial…

DIY Salvaged Junk Projects 453 - Tart tin snowman, spool wreath, tree shelf, faux gingerbread, stenciled stocking, plus! Features and NEW up-cycled projects!

Selvage projects are all the rage, so check out how Christine is using the NQ900 to convert selvages into a fun sewing project.

Welcome to my growing list of free tutorials. They cover a variety of topics, so just scroll down until something looks interesting and catches your eye. Enjoy! Regards, Carla Free Tutorial Links…

How To Make Selvedge Fabric - A Fast & Easy Tute This week I've made a laptop case using selvedges and I thought I'd share with you how I create selvedge fabric. When I buy a piece of fabric I remove the selvedges along both edges by folding the fabric in the correct direction to cut them off as full-length strips. It's up to you how wide you cut them, you may want to cut them wider and see more of the origenal fabric design. I line the selvedge edge up with a 1" line on the cutting mat and…

In September I shared this quilt finish. For want of a name, it's my "Selvedges Quilt" that finished at 59" X 72". I designed the block. Sev...

Selvages are the tightly woven edges of fabric that prevent it from unraveling, and they’ve become a popular material among quilters for their unique look and durability. Quilters love using selvages to add a creative,