Pin it I like the idea of a pie plate cozy so you can take a pie out of the oven, set it in the cozy, and protect your countertops while keeping the pie warm. When it’s time to serve the pie, you can carry the pie to the table…
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Continue ReadingPin it Casserole cozies are so handy because they double as oven mitts and a hot pad. You can take a hot casserole dish out of the oven…using pot holders, pot pinchers, or oven mitts, of course…place it into the casserole cozy and then when it’s time to bring it…
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Continue ReadingPin it There are so many styles of pot holders you can sew, this article shares just a few. From bigger square pot holders that can double as a hot pad to smaller pot pinchers to grab smaller pot handles or lids. Download the collection of patterns below. Pin it…
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Continue ReadingPin it I love cooking with my cast-iron pan, but don’t use it as much because of how heavy it is. This heat-protecting set of covers makes it easier to handle when it’s hot. The hot pads fit perfectly over the long handle of a cast iron pan and the…
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Continue ReadingPin it There are many costs to running a sewing business, and your startup costs may be different depending on the tools and equipment you already own, the type of business you’re starting, and where you’re operating. Therefore, it makes it very difficult to give accurate numbers. So this article…
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Continue ReadingPin it A common mistake people make when starting their handmade business is trying to offer something for everyone. They don’t want to commit to: one product or category of product serving one type of customer focusing on one style I get it. I made this mistake when I started…
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Continue ReadingPin it Now that you know what you’re going to sell (explained in Step 1), you need to define who you’re going to sell it to. There are three big mistakes small business owners make when it comes to their target market: 1 – Not wanting to define one They…
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Continue ReadingPin it This is a quick and easy sewing project, perfect for using up your scraps of fabric. I created this pattern based on a mini stocking that a retailer is selling, designed to hold flatware. However, it can also be used to hold a gift card or smaller items…
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Continue ReadingPin it Every person who cooks or bakes needs heat protection for their hands. Even if they’re just heating food in the microwave. This article shares 6 items you can sew to protect your hands when cooking or baking. 1 – Hot Pot Lid Holders Pin it This is…
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Continue ReadingPin it Scrunchies remain a popular item, making them a suitable gift or product to sell at craft shows. If you’re sewing to sell, you want to be able to make them quickly so you can keep your profit margins high. I’ve tested several methods of making scrunchies and timed…