Pin it This set of items makes a perfect gift (for someone or to make for yourself). I received a spa headband and face-washing wristbands last Christmas and I use them every day. The headband keeps your hair out of the way while washing your face or applying products. The…

Pin it This article shares 4 of my free printable patterns for sewing reusable covers for: Measuring cups Casserole dishes Bowls KitchenAid Mixer Bowl   Measuring Cups Pin it Pin it >> Find the full written instructions here   Casserole Cover Pin it Pin it >> Find the full written…

Pin it If you know someone who loves their KitchenAid Mixer, or who’s receiving one as a gift, these are the perfect items to sew for them. A bowl cover they can use to: Cover doughs as they set or rise in the bowl Keep dust out of the bowl…

Pin it This article shares the free printable patterns and instructions for: A pot pincher (advanced) A pot holder (advanced) A tea towel with a fringed edge (beginner) These 3 items work well together as a gift set for someone who loves to bake or cook. But I think anyone…

Pin it A pot pincher is sort of a cross between a potholder and an oven mitt. With two pockets, they allow you to grip a hot dish. This sewing project is a little more advanced due to the multiple layers of batting and bias tape. Sew a set of…

Pin it This potholder is more of an advanced sewing project because of the layers of batting and bias tape (which can be a little harder to work with). But the result is a professional-looking potholder with beautiful details, such as the quilting stitches and edges finished in an accent…

Pin it The fringed edge on this sewing project adds a bit more interest to a basic tea towel. This is a beginner project that can be completed in 10-15 minutes. Tea towels make a great gift because they’re an item that requires frequent replacing. Sewing 2 or 3 in…

Pin it A KitchenAid Mixer Cord Keeper will neatly wrap and store your mixer’s power cord. It keeps the cord from dangling, getting tangled, or dragging on the countertop. This pattern for a cord keeper is designed with these features: Size & fit – Designed to wrap around the base…

Pin it A KitchenAid Mixer bowl cover is ideal for storing dough in the bowl while it chills or rises. It also keeps the dust out of the bowl when storing it between uses. This pattern is a little different than the others out there. Here are a few points…

Pin it These skillet handle covers are really handy, along with a hot pot lid holder (free pattern here), to pick up a heavy cast iron pan. I worked on this pattern and different methods for assembling until I had a cover that looked polished and professionally finished. It comes…