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The Gingham Spool
Nora Whitfield : Mom of 2, Maker, Quilter & Blogger. Pinning easy sewing projects, beginner quilt patterns, holiday crafts, DIY ideas and more.
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Lined Gingham Zipper Pouch (Free Pattern)
A free 8-page PDF pattern for a lined zipper pouch that uses two fat quarters, one 7 inch zipper and about 30 minutes. Includes a materials list, cutting chart with a layout diagram to scale, seam allowances, nine numbered steps each with a line drawing, and troubleshooting tips. It is the project I give to anyone who says zippers scare them, and it makes a perfect pencil case, cosmetic bag or gift. Enter your email and the pattern arrives in your inbox.
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Beginner Baby Quilt Pattern: Easy Patchwork Squares, 36 x 45
An easy first quilt: 80 patchwork squares from seven fat quarters, finishing 36 x 45 inches. Skill level, fabric, and what is inside the PDF quilt pattern.
Beginner Sewing Pattern Bundle: Basket, Tablet Sleeve and Tote Bag
Three beginner sewing patterns in one PDF download: a fabric storage basket, a padded tablet sleeve and a market tote bag, with a start-here guide.
Fabric Storage Basket Sewing Pattern: Boxed, Lined and Easy
A fabric storage basket pattern with lined interior and fold-over cuff, 12 x 6 x 7 inches. Beginner friendly PDF with resize formula and diagrams.
Large Hexagon Quilt Pattern: A Modern Honeycomb Throw (56 x 58)
A large hexagon throw quilt of 85 machine pieced hexagons with full size templates. Fabric needs, skill level and what comes in the PDF pattern.
How to Sew a Lined Zipper Pouch in 30 Minutes (Free Pattern)
Sew a lined gingham zipper pouch from two fat quarters and one 7 inch zipper in about 30 minutes. Step by step tutorial plus a free printable PDF pattern.
Lined Half Apron Sewing Pattern: Gathered Waist, Pocket and Long Ties
A lined half apron pattern with gathered skirt, patch pocket and waist ties. Beginner friendly PDF, one size fits most, about 20 inches long.
