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Giveaway- Sewing School Quilts: 15 Projects Kids Will Love to Make; Stitch Up a Patchwork Pet, Scrappy Journal, T-Shirt Quilt, and More

May 30, 2018 by Stefanie Girard

Giveaway- Sewing School Quilts: 15 Projects Kids Will Love to Make; Stitch Up a Patchwork Pet, Scrappy Journal, T-Shirt Quilt, and More

Leave a comment in today’s post by June 7th, 2018 and you are in the running for this fun sewing book!

Open to U. S. residents only please.

The best-selling authors of the Sewing School series are back, introducing kids to the creativity of stitching patchwork, appliqué, and quilts. Using dynamic how-to photos and step-by-step instructions written for ages 8 to 12, Amie Petronis Plumley and Andria Lisle teach a variety of techniques using both hand and machine sewing. The 15 projects range from decorative to practical, including an appliquéd family crest wall hanging, a patchwork pet bed, a crazy-quilt journal cover, and a quilt made from recycled T-shirts. Every project features encouraging suggestions for making truly one-of-a-kind items that express the creative spirit of each young maker.

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Comments

  1. Jodi - Guerrero says

    May 30, 2018 at 11:47 am

    What a great book! I have a seven year old grandson who loves fabric and to sew, he even has his own stash! This would be a perfect book for us this summer.

    Super giveaway! Fingers crossed ;-D

    usairdoll (at) gmail (dot) com

  2. Carmen N says

    May 30, 2018 at 2:27 pm

    This would be perfect for my almost-8 year old!

  3. knittingdancer says

    May 30, 2018 at 3:55 pm

    This would be a great book for my 10 year old great niece. Her mother is teaching her how to sew more things this summer.

  4. Deanna says

    May 30, 2018 at 5:55 pm

    It would be great for a beginner like me!

  5. CdnCrafter says

    May 30, 2018 at 6:08 pm

    Great book to pass on quilting skills to a child.

  6. Beverly M. says

    May 30, 2018 at 7:55 pm

    Would love to try some of these with my granddaughter.

  7. Jillian Auxford says

    May 30, 2018 at 8:01 pm

    That looks sf fun! My 11 year old loves to sew.

  8. Christi says

    May 31, 2018 at 1:47 am

    This is a great one for a Grandmother to have around.

  9. annehaun says

    May 31, 2018 at 6:07 am

    This would be so perfect for my grandkids – summer is here and it would keep them busy while visiting..

  10. Chava Schwartz says

    May 31, 2018 at 6:16 am

    Really cool. My niece would love this.

  11. Dianna Kelly says

    May 31, 2018 at 9:26 am

    Wow would love for our Girls Sewing Group

  12. Jennifer Williams says

    May 31, 2018 at 9:41 am

    Would love this for my daughters Special Needs Group

  13. Jennifer Williams says

    May 31, 2018 at 9:43 am

    I would love this for my daughters Special Needs Group!

  14. Mary Helene says

    May 31, 2018 at 10:36 am

    Perfect for the summer.

  15. Rosemary says

    May 31, 2018 at 11:05 am

    Anyone with (grand)children who enjoy sewing would find this book awesome.

  16. Duane says

    May 31, 2018 at 3:11 pm

    Looks like a good time with the grandchildren!

  17. Syeda Safia Sameer Khan says

    May 31, 2018 at 8:19 pm

    A great book to work with kids during summers. Means less screen time for them and more fun and craft. Both my kiddos will love it

  18. Dee says

    May 31, 2018 at 10:13 pm

    Awesome – great idea for classroom gifts/school volunteer projects for shelters/homeless, 4H, BSA, GS, etc.

  19. Diane Muldoon says

    May 31, 2018 at 10:26 pm

    Oh..my..I am 70 raising my three grandchildren…8,9 and 13…Would love this book to help us sew…Sewing saves us..you know

  20. Karey says

    May 31, 2018 at 10:50 pm

    Quilting is the next project I want to work on! I’ve always wanted to make a t-shirt quilt!

  21. Cathleen says

    June 2, 2018 at 10:46 am

    Sounds perfect for my 8 year old girls! Hope I win!

  22. Diane Calvert says

    June 6, 2018 at 4:04 am

    My 9 year old grandson asked me to teach him how to sew this summer. He has caught on fast & wants to include his 8 year old brother. This would be a perfect source for our summer projects. So far we’ve made a pin cushion, a pillow and a soft cuddly quilt for my grandsons’ 1 year old cousin.

  23. Micki Barkley says

    June 7, 2018 at 4:45 pm

    Love this !

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Don’t Toss That Old Fence! Here’s How to Give It a Second Life in the Garden

When our old fence blew down during the recent cyclone (thanks, nature ), I did what any slightly obsessive DIYer would do—I went straight to Google to find a way to repurpose the whole lot instead of sending it to the tip.

That’s when I stumbled across this brilliant tutorial from Journey with Jill about turning old fence boards into DIY raised garden beds. Total game changer. Not only does it save you money on lumber (which, let’s be real, isn’t cheap right now), but it also gives that weathered wood a gorgeous, rustic look that fits so well in the garden.

Her step-by-step guide is super practical, especially if you’re like me and not quite ready to part with “good wood” even if it’s a little rough around the edges. I loved how she emphasized prepping the boards properly and keeping the build simple—no fancy tools or complex measurements, just a solid, doable weekend project.

Why I’m Loving This Raised Bed Idea:

  • It’s eco-friendly (hello, upcycling win!)

  • The aged wood has such a cozy, natural aesthetic

  • It’s perfect for veggie beds, herbs, or even a rustic flower patch

  • And hey, there’s something very satisfying about turning storm chaos into garden calm

So if you’ve got a sad pile of fence boards and a patch of dirt calling your name, check out Jill’s full tutorial right here. Your future tomatoes will thank you.

Now I just need to convince the family that pulling nails from old fence boards is “fun quality time”

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