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How To Create a Lazy Susan Cover

Hey guys! Today I am excited to share with you a new sewing tutorial for on to make a lazy susan cover! Why am I excited? Well, because I think it’s adorable, but also because I get to share with you some things I learned while making it. Ready to jump in? I thought so. First up, supplies:4 sheets of craft felt (Two each of two different colors)1/4 yard of quilt weight fabric (This may vary if your lazy susan is taller than mine) in coordinating colorsGros grain ribbonStitch witch/hem tapescissorstape measure (or two!)ironpinsthreada bottle of fray checka fabric marking pen (I used water soluble, but you can also use the disappearing kind)a hem guidetwo pencilskraft papersome tape Here’s how I did it: 1. First, you want to lay out your kraft paper. I used some canned goods to hold it down and it also helped to flatten it out a bit. Then,…

Mending a Burned Towel

Once upon a time I had a cute towel. You can see that towel below. Once upon a time I was also far less proficient in the kitchen and I burned said towel (and food – but I digress…). You can see the burn and my sad face below.At the time I thought all was lost, and I’d have to toss the towel, but I couldn’t bear to do it. Luckily for me, a few years later (I said I was a project hoarder right?) I took some sewing lessons and learned how to sew with a machine. When I dove in to the pile of mending, I decided I would take a risk on my little towel and see if I could fix it. Luckily, it worked and it was super simple.Here’s what you’ll need: Burned towel (duh)Spool of ribbon – $3.99 at MichaelsSewing machineCoordinating threadFirst you’ll cut your…