Jenny, Author at Everything's Famtastic

January 26, 2023May 15, 2024

13 Smart & Simple Sewing Machine Hacks You’ll Love

If you know anything about me at all, you’d know that sewing is a passion of mine. I think that being able to sew is an awesome skill to have and a brilliant hobby for anybody to fall in love with. 🥰

Which is why I can’t stop talking about it!

But you may not already know this: I do remember (not so long ago) when I was a complete sewing newbie. I hadn’t even touched a sewing machine until I’d already had 3 kids of my own.

And I remember being VERY nervous the first few times I sat down to sew. I mean, what if I pressed something wrong? What if I broke something? What if my fabric went sailing sideways out of the machine and I just ruined everything?!?

Because I think that sewing is so fantastic and I want to help you to feel more confident when you sit down at your own sewing machine (without fear of pressing the wrong thing!), in this post I am sharing a bundle of helpful sewing tips and hacks that you may never have heard before.

Are you ready to enjoy your sewing time with more confidence and less stress? Then take a few minutes to read through this list of sewing tricks before you take hold of your sewing machine!

December 15, 2022November 3, 2024

10 Terrific Last Minute Gift Ideas to Sew Fast

There’s nothing quite like an upcoming holiday or special occasion to make me get my butt into gear and plan some interesting DIY gift ideas. And if you are anything like me, sometimes those gift ideas are going to be of the “last minute gifts” kind. 🙈

Luckily, I have been searching for a while now and compiling sewing projects that make perfect handmade gifts. Yes, even for those of you who leave your sewing projects to the last minute!

In this blog post you’ll find 10 terrific DIY gift ideas that can be made in a dash, some of them even in 10 minutes! (And then there’s a bonus list of even MORE great DIY gifts you can sew at the bottom of this page 👇).

Whether you are looking to make lovely gifts for family, friends (or even yourself 😉) you’re sure to find the perfect one here.

December 1, 2022March 20, 2024

How to Sew an Easy Mobile Phone Pillow Stand

Do you spend a lot of time on your mobile phone? I know I do. It seems to always be in the palm of my hand! Now, have you ever heard of a phone pillow??? 🤔

So I’ve been thinking, what if I didn’t have to keep my hands on my phone all the time? What if I could read or listen hands-free? What a relief that would be! 😁

That’s precisely why I wanted to make myself a stand for my phone and my tablet. And now I’ve finished it, I am in love!

Such a cute phone pillow is mega practical: you can use it when you are busy in the kitchen, working at your desk or kicking back on the sofa.

And it is SO simple to sew! Perfect for all levels of sewing experience, even beginners.

Ready to make your own phone and tablet holder? Keep reading for the easy-to-follow tutorial to sew your own phone pillow.

November 17, 2022November 18, 2022

Simple Christmas Sewing Projects to Brighten Your Home this Holiday Season

Nothing says “sewing fan’s favourite time of year for new sewing projects” quite like Christmas!

Although sewing is a year-round ~~hobby~~ passion, Christmas brings out our desire to make handmade gifts for loved ones and to decorate our homes with fantastic fabric creations.

The possibilities to add colour to your home with personalised, handmade decor are endless. Just type “Christmas sewing patterns” into Google to see what I mean.

After a while of searching for sewing projects, they all start to blend into each other. And often you see the exact same projects over and over again.

To help save you from ~~blowing your mind~~ 😅 too much stress trying to find some great new sewing patterns to try this Christmas, I have put together a list of 10 really fun Christmas decorations to sew.

And in case you think all I’ve collected here is 10 different types of Christmas cushion covers, think again! 😉

Whether you’re a complete beginner or have loads of sewing experience, have loads of fabric scraps lying around or are dreaming of a festive fabrics shopping spree, there is sure to be some great new Christmas sewing projects in here for you to discover.

The hardest part here is deciding which one to make first!!!

November 3, 2022November 3, 2022

Easy Christmas Crafts: Rudolph the Reindeer Milk Carton Decorations for Kids to Make

You and I both know that Christmas is a great time of year for making craft projects!

The glitter! The hot glue gun! … The vacuum cleaner?!? 😮

Christmas crafts are a fun activity to do with your kids, but sometimes they can get a little messy.

If you are looking for a simple, original Christmas craft to make with your kids that does NOT involve skin-scalding glue, glitter or paint, then you’re in the right place!

In this Christmas craft tutorial, you’ll see how it easy it is to turn an old drink carton into a cute reindeer to use as part of your Christmas decorations.

If you’re planning to go wild with DIY Christmas crafts this year, I’ve got a SACK full of ideas, including delicious smelling cinnamon Christmas candles , Christmas tree ornaments to sew, Christmas stars and fun for kids with Christmas, baking, more sewing and even more crafts.

Get your Christmas jingles ready and start making some new Christmas décor!

October 20, 2022October 20, 2022

Last Minute Halloween Cut Files to Use for Your Clothes & Home Decor

The closer Halloween slinks up on the calendar the more excited my kids get, starting with the discussion about which Halloween costumes to sew and how we should be getting the handmade decorations for our home ready.

Now, if you know anything about me, it’s that I LOVE LOVE LOVE sewing! Clothes, décor, gifts, you name it.

But I also love getting creative in other ways. Like pulling out my Brother Scan n Cut cutting machine to create designs I can cut out Heat Transfer Vinyl (HTV) and *magically* create fun shirts for family and friends.

So, if you are looking for ways to let out your creative talents with your hobby cutting machine this Halloween without even touching a sewing machine, then you are in the right place now!

I have scoured the internet and discovered dozens and dozens of Halloween digital cut files that would be perfect for *spooking* up your clothes and home décor this October 31^st.

Whether you are looking to make it a cute Halloween, scary Halloween or a funny Halloween, there are loads of designs to be found here!

Take a look now… *if you dare* 👻👻👻

September 22, 2022September 23, 2022

31 Horrid Halloween Jokes for the Whole Family

Here on Everything’s Famtastic I’m always sharing my love of sewing and fun creative projects.. Like the last post with loads of ideas for easy Halloween home décor to make.

But, I ALSO love to have some laughs. What’s life without a bit of laughter, right?!?

That’s why, in honour of Halloween this October, I put together this list of 31 side-splittingly funny Halloween jokes for you.

You’ll find vampire jokes, ghost jokes, monster jokes and plenty of surprises too.

And yes, they are also suitable for the kids to cackle along with you. 😂

September 8, 2022September 6, 2022

Devilishly Delightful DIY Decor Projects to Sew this Halloween

Hey there sewing fans! What’s a seasonal celebration like Halloween without a good measure of cute, handmade Halloween decorations for your home?!?

In this blog post I’ve put together a roundup of loads of sewing patterns for you to try out this Halloween.

Colourful and fun, simple yet creative, you’ll find something here for all levels of sewing experience. Some can even be sewn by hand if you want to give your sewing machine a rest! 😉

Now, if you’re also after some amazing DIY Halloween costumes, a good place to start is my homemade costume roundup HERE.

But if dressing up your house, rather than the kids, is what you’d like to start on right now, then keep on reading to be inspired by these great DIY Halloween décor sewing projects!

August 25, 2022June 11, 2024

How to Sew Your Own Bean Bags in Less Than 15 Minutes!

Who doesn’t enjoy a good old fashioned bean bag toss? And in America a few rounds of cornhole is a popular must-do game too.

But did you know that there is a SUPER easy way to make your own bean bags?

You can whip up a few bean bags with your sewing machine and be outside playing already in less than half an hour!

Even sewing beginners can make these easily because there is so little stitching and just straight lines! Sounds good, right?

You don’t even need to go to the fabric store to buy new fabric like I have seen elsewhere online. Just dig through that lonely, left-in-the-corner collection of fabric scraps. You’re sure to find enough for this quick sewing project! I can tell you, I’ve got loads of leftover pieces, many of them from the latest DIY sewing kits in my Etsy shop!

So, are you ready to play? Then read on and follow along with this short sewing tutorial now!

August 12, 2022August 12, 2022

How to Easily Unpick Serger Stitching Sewing Tutorial

Did you know that there is TRULY an easy way to unpick a 4-thread overlock stitch?!?

No really!

Nobody (well, nobody that I know) enjoys picking stitches. And especially not a seam made with 4 separate threads on an overlocker!

A seam ripper is one of those necessary evils when it comes to sewing. Even when you don’t want to have to use one, there will come a time, my friend, that you can’t avoid reaching for it. And a seam ripper is just one of several essential tools you’ll need for sewing.

But instead of going like a wild child at that seam that needs unpicking, how about learning a simple way to do it that will help you save time and avoid choppy threads, torn fabric and perhaps shredded nerves too!

Once you know this trick, you’ll never look back, trust me!