J&O Fabric Store “Top 7 Tips for Pattern Reuse.”

August 25th

J&O Fabrics Tip: Four Basic Handsewing Stitches

Every once and awhile we come across a blog other than our own that speaks to the ideas and topics we as seamstresses and craftsmen(women) have interest in. Whether it’s a new technique, sewing gadget or application, or the latest trend in fabrics and textile goods, if it has to do with our livlihood, we want to know!

It would be just the other day that I would stumble across this blog as I was searching for ideas to expound on for our own Facebook sewing tip of the day. For both novices and experts alike, this simple breakdown of four basic stitches has its way of coming in handy long after our first needle has been thread many years ago.

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August 18th

J&O People Pole…’Who Taught You How to Sew?”

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July 19th

Consumer Savvy Carol: Cheap Ways to Organize your Sewing Room

Here are a few ideas to get you started.

First of all NEVER buy anything that isn’t on sale. Most organizing tools can be found at 50% off, second hand, trash picked or you can re-purposed items you already have. Try to be open-minded in you’re search for things to organize with. Shelves, baskets, containers, e gg cartons, candy boxes, shoe boxes, etc. all work. Often times you can find tons of usable containers for as much as 70% off after the holidays. So what if their original purpose was Easter baskets, Christmas boxes, or Dorm room accessories, all can be re-purposed and used for storage.

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May 19th

How to Make an NFL No Sew Fleece Blanket with Fringe

How to make an NFL NO Sew Fleece Blanket with Fringe

We have so many great NFL team fleeces in our store and so many wonderful ideas on what to do with them! Here’s one:

With just a few supplies you can make a No Sew Fleece Blanket with Fringe. This is an inexpensive way to get creative and at the same time show your team spirit. Here’s what you’ll need:

Scissors or Rotary Cutter
Straight Edge
Minimum 1 yard of fleece fabric

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May 7th

How to Make a No Sew Fleece Blanket with Fringe

We have so many adorable novelty fleeces in our store!

Here’s one idea on how to use them.

With just a few supplies you can make a No Sew Fleece Blanket with Fringe. This is an inexpensive way to get creative while making someone you care about feel special. Here’s what you’ll need:

Scissors or Rotary Cutter
Straight Edge
Minimum one yard of fleece fabric.

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April 16th

J&O Sewing Tip of the Week: Sewing Knits & Stretch

Trouble sewing knits and stretch fabric? Fret no more. Here are a three simple tips for hemming your cotton jersey tees and comfy yoga pants without all the waves!