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adding whimsy to your quilt • rick rack binding tutorial

February 15, 2016 by Karena Liberty Gurr

an avid sewer & quilter, i am always searching for new ways to add whimsy to my projects --- adding some rick rack to the binding gave it an extra something special!

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February 15, 2016 /Karena Liberty Gurr
quilt binding, rick rack quilt binding, riley blake, haberdasherie, quilt binding tutorial
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diy sashiko denim patch

February 05, 2016 by Karena Liberty Gurr

sometimes purely for decoration, sashiko stitching is a japanese art used to fix or patch tears/well worn textiles.  traditionally, sashiko stitching uses white thread on blue cloth. here, i am using the running stitch to patch a hole in the knee of a very well loved pair of jeans.

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February 05, 2016 /Karena Liberty Gurr
diy, sashiko, denim, repair, patch, tula pink, jeans patch, haberdasherie, jeans repair
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burp cloth tutorial

January 21, 2016 by Karena Liberty Gurr

if you are an avid sewer, or just getting started in your creative, textile adventures, this quick & simple gift is sure to delight the mom-to-be!

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January 21, 2016 /Karena Liberty Gurr
diy burp cloth, tutorial, burp cloth, haberdasherie
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