30 Projects to Sew in 30 Minutes
Some days you want to get crafty, but you don't always have the time and energy you wished. Keep it crafty with one of these quick 30 minute sewing projects, and you'll achieve something beautiful in no time at all!
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30 Projects to Sew in 30 Minutes
Treat your pet this winter with this festive collar and bow tie, or make the set as a gift to a pet-loving friend!
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Miss Libby Rose brings you another fab project to practice your sewing skills – puffy heart bunting!
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This brightly coloured DIY Christmas stocking is just the thing to add a touch of kitsch to your Christmas festivities.
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Bunting is a classic way to decorate for any party! Discover how to make colourful flag bunting, perfect for any celebrations or even decorating the kids' den at home.
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Make your next present extra special with this handmade bottle bag, made using stunning Joules fabric.
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These aprons make great gifts and you can adjust the straps slightly, before sewing, to make this apron fit a variety of sizes.
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What better way to get excited for the festive season than to create your own fabric crowns?
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Why not enjoy a spa day in your own home? This eye mask set using Joules fat quarters is sure to help you relax.
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Look stylish and keep your change in order with this drawstring coin purse made with Joules fat quarters
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Fabric storage boxes are ideal for storing all those little household items. Using a selection of fat quarters, you can make a fun set of coordinating or contrasting storage boxes for your home.
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Space is such an exciting and engaging subject to be learning about at school! This project is a great one for group work in the classroom, and once finished will look absolutely brilliant displayed within the classroom.
This guide will show you how to make a folded pencil case using felt and round buttons. The guide uses blanket stitch to secure the case. Learn how to sew a button and buttonhole to make a functional and secure item for your favourite stationary!
Spruce up your stationery with this simple notebook cover project. Perfect for beginners, this project uses fat quarter designs mixed in with a plain fabric for a modern look.
Learn how to make a handmade baby crinkle tag toy by following this tutorial by our haberdashery expert, Kathi.
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Sew this beautiful and functional keyring phone case, and keep your valuables safe in style!
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Be the envy of the classroom by having a go at sewing your own pencil case using VELCRO ® brand tape!
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Sewing expert Miss Libby Rose here shows us how to sew a patch pocket on a garment with or without a button. Look at the steps below to see Libby in action!
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The 2018 Hobbycraft Report found that 1 in 5 people in the UK can't sew on a button, with 52% never taught at school, so we're giving budding stitchers inspiration for button makes, with projects and ideas that are fun and educational!
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Buttonholes are one of those things that we use virtually everyday but don’t really think about how it’s made, until the time comes to making one for yourself.
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Fat quarters printed with adorable patterns just scream out to be made into beautiful sewing projects for babies and kids. We had a go at using them to make a dribble bib - and you'd be surprised just how easy it is to make!
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Seat pad covers are great for upcycling a piece of furniture or adding a splash of colour to a plain chair.
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Get creative a more sustainable alternative to classic gift wrap. The project features two ways to decorate your fabric gift wrap – choose between the polka dots or natural dye to create that professional, but eco-friendly finish!
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Craft the perfect eco-friendly fabric gift bags to add a personal touch to any present.
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These simple DIY ear savers are made to help protect the ears from chafing when wearing a face mask or face covering.
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With a few basic sewing techniques, you can create your own custom face covering that is easily adjustable and suited to you.
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