This makeup brush organizer is a quick sewing project that's great for organizing your brushes for home or for travel. But it can also be adjusted to accommodate other items as well. Make your own pattern to make it versatile.
Makeup Brush Organizer
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Jacket Facing
If you've wondered what facing is, wonder no longer. Our tutorial shows you what it is and how to use it.
Jacket Collar
Need help putting in a collar for your jacket? Check out this tutorial to see how easy it is to sew one to your garment. This demonstration takes you from pattern pieces to it attached to the neckline.
Centered Zipper
Don't be afraid of sewing in a zipper. One of the easiest methods is putting one in the center of the seam. Sew around the zipper sides, remove the seam stitches, and voila! A working zipper. Watch this video for a demonstration.
Laptop Sleeve
Learn how to create a customized laptop sleeve that's fashionable and protects your laptop. Using just a half yard of fabric, you can create a unique holder that also utilizes the technique of reverse applique. Any size laptop will work because you make a customized pattern for your laptop measurements.
Double Threaded Back Stitch
If you love doing hand sewing, especially when it comes to decorative stitches, you'll want to try the double threaded back stitch. This intricate looking stitch is floss woven through a basic back stitch to create a braided appearance. This demo shows you how it's done.
Otomi Stitch
Add a unique touch to your embroidered designs by trying the Otomi stitch. A variation of the herringbone, the Otomi stitch is great to use as a filler stitch and is simple to do.
Rosette Chain Stitch
This loopy hand stitch is a unique embellishment to add to your designs and is called the Rosette Chain Stitch. This video shows you how to do it with some embroidery floss and a hand needle.
Hand Embroidery 101
Learn all the basics for tackling hand embroidery from beginning to end for an inexpensive and fun new hobby.
Slip Stitch
The slip stitch is an important hand sewing stitch to know. It's perfect for closing up those holes you leave in order to flip a project right side out. When done correctly, you'll never be able to tell where the hole was or even see the thread.