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Simple Styrofoam Fabric Wall Art

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If you think you have to have a degree in interior design…or even experience…to pull off this awesome fabric craft, think again! The following step-by-step tutorial By Tamarynn of ‘Sew Dang Cute’ will teach you how to transform a wall in any room using just Styrofoam and your favorite fabrics! This is a fast and fab way to update any space in your home—your guests will notice this piece instantly! Start by choosing your fabrics here, this part will take the longest!

This is your chance to mix and match modern and bold fabrics to change the vibe in any room

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Fabric Nail File Covers

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Now you can craft cute covers for your nail files out of any fabric you wish! While many nail files do come with adorable designs all over them, they quickly rub off and leave an unsightly, scaly mess. A fabric nail file cover is the creative solution to this problem! Begin by checking out our latest designer fabric online to stock up on your favorite styles and get started!

Fabric nail file covers

File this under adorable!

The upside to this simple craft is two-fold: you get a pretty new do-dad, and the nail file will no longer damage your handbag or similar carrying case!

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Top 10 Fun For the Eyes Fabric!

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For today, we at J&O Fabrics decided to showcase some fabrics that are just fun to look at! These fabrics can be used for a variety of projects, adding flair and fun to your day. There is something to suit everyone in this list!

All of the fabrics below can be found in our online fabric store, just follow link!

10. Brown Python Velveteen

Emerald Bridal Slipper Satin Fabric
9. Emerald Bridal Slipper Satin


 8. Go Go Scooter Allover


 7. Counterpoint Bark Cloth


6. Crazy Monkeys Allover!


5. Retro Vintage Classic Cars

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Fashionably Fast Wrist Pincushion Tutorial

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Here is a fun and fabulous trick for the modern fabric fashionista—after all, one cannot look shabby while sewing. A cute pincushion that attaches to the wrist can be personalized and makes your daily projects more seamless (pardon the pun)! This fabric project is a snap, and makes a great gift idea as well.

You can likely pick out a few complimentary fabrics and create a handful of wrist cushions in no time–and surprise your crafty friends with one! Your gift may inspire others to brush the dust off of their spring projects and get motivated for this season’s creations.

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Feel Fabulous with Fabric Necklaces

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Stuffed or flat, braided or twisted, fabric necklaces are a fun and feisty way to brighten up that wardrobe this summer! Begin by browsing our versatile and modern selection of fabrics to discover instant inspiration for this crafty project.

They are plain white tees no longer when you drape a beautiful fabric necklace over them!

To braid a necklace:
•    Select one or more decorative fabrics
•    Cut to desired length and width
•    Fold and secure edges with desired stitch
•    Lay the 3 strips of sewed and secured fabrics on top of each other and stitch the top of them together on one end
•    Gently braid them together and secure the other end with a stitch
•    Add the clasp of your choice and you are finished!

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Short Clip Video Tutorial: Felt Fabric Wallet

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I love stumbling upon fun, fast, felt crafts, like this easy as 1-2-3 felt fabric wallet tutorial from The Crafty Gemini! As a Gemini myself, I must give her credit for this easy to follow how-to video!

This is a different version, to show how versatile the felt and fabric wallet can be

To recreate this craft, start by choosing fabric from our online fabric store, gather your supplies from the list below, and play the video below!

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Top 10 Easiest Ways to Transform Home Vibe With Fabric

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Summer is here, and with it comes the fever to reinvent your home environment! Whether your goal is to brighten it up, just add hits of color, or totally transform—these fabulous fabric tips are a fast and fun way to summon your inner interior decorator!

Your friends will inquire where you found such attractive colors and items…it is ok–your secret is safe with us!

Top 10 ways to transform home décor with fabric: (you can find many of these tutorials in our blog!)
10. Fabric candleholders
9. Fabric place mats
8. Strategically placed handmade fabric storage boxes
7. Cover old dingy area rugs with a fresh fabric and secure with hand or machine stitching
6. Fabric dinner chair cushions

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Making Mother’s Day—Fabric-Punched Card

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You could send flowers this Mother’s Day…or you could give her a thoughtful hand-made fabric card that will last forever! Any mom will tell you that a gift does not need to be expensive to hit home, and that it is always more meaningful when your time and thought has clearly gone into it!

To quote my own mother: “Flowers ordered online just scream procrastination. I enjoy receiving gifts from the heart…or from Coach.”  You may laugh, I certainly did!

You can create your special card for mom in 3 easy steps. Browse our fabrics and select a lightweight fabric like Indian cotton or voile and get started!

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A Sharp Looking Needle Holder

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Never lose a needle again with this simple and sharp fabric and felt needle holder! This can be created with fabric remnants that you may already have lying about, or you can scan our awesome inventory of fabrics—we have everything from modern to whimsical, fleece to lace!

This may be the easiest fabric craft ever

You will need:
•    A D-ring
•    Scissors
•    Ruler
•    Fabric of choice
•    Wool felt lining material (substitute fleece, velvet or similar material if you please)

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Fabric Craft Ideas: Gift Wrap Goes Glam!

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Forget gift wrapping paper that tears easily en route to the party—wrap your gifts with fabric for a glam and unique appeal! It is unlikely that anyone else will use decorative fabric, which will make your gift memorable and special! That is, unless one of the other paper-laden gifts contains the keys to a brand new Ferrari…in which circumstance, the fabric may be forgotten! You can find a selection of our latest fabrics here.

Wrapping gifts with fabric is easy and chic, just cut to fold around the size of your package and garnish with festive ribbon, bows and other fabric designs! The possibilities are limitless when you unleash your creative side.

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