😅 There’s no way around it. Free motion quilting takes practice! Lots of it! 🧵 Watch my FREE 6-part video series to get the basics down and start practicing today. My beginner friendly exercises will help you build confidence and muscle memory so you can free motion quilt your own quilts! 🎥 WATCH VIDEOS HERE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj9jdzKVN1ee5AVIqbjAByFzToS1YMdei Products I like to use for FMQ: 🔥 Thread: https://craftygemini.com/shop/glide-thread-40wt-poly-for-free-motion-quilt
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😅 There’s no way around it. Free motion quilting takes practice! Lots of it! 🧵 Watch my FREE 6-part video series to get the basics down and start practicing today. My beginner friendly exercises will help you build confidence and muscle memory so you can free motion quilt your own quilts! 🎥 WATCH VIDEOS HERE: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj9jdzKVN1ee5AVIqbjAByFzToS1YMdei Products I like to use for FMQ: 🔥 Thread: https://craftygemini.com/shop/glide-thread-40wt-poly-for-free-motion-quilt
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Have you made a Chubby Charmer Tote yet? It’s such a fun, beginner friendly project and I have a step-by-step video course that walks you through how to make it on a basic home sewing machine! Just comment “BIGtote” and I’ll send you the pattern and course info! | Crafty Gemini
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Have you made a Chubby Charmer Tote yet? It’s such a fun, beginner friendly project and I have a step-by-step video course that walks you through how to make it on a basic home sewing machine! Just comment “BIGtote” and I’ll send you the pattern and course info! | Crafty Gemini
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Ain’t nobody got time to re-trace patterns or hunt for missing pattern pieces so this is my go-to “system” 🤭 for multi-size sewing patterns. One clear zip bag per pattern with all the sizes and views I’ve traced, plus the instructions and cover sheet right in front. I use a Sharpie to label each bag so I know what sizes are inside and that’s it! They all fit perfectly in an IKEA DRÖNA bin inside the IKEA KALLAX, and grabbing a pattern takes me seconds. 👏🏽🙌🏽 As long as I make sure to put the
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Ain’t nobody got time to re-trace patterns or hunt for missing pattern pieces so this is my go-to “system” 🤭 for multi-size sewing patterns. One clear zip bag per pattern with all the sizes and views I’ve traced, plus the instructions and cover sheet right in front. I use a Sharpie to label each bag so I know what sizes are inside and that’s it! They all fit perfectly in an IKEA DRÖNA bin inside the IKEA KALLAX, and grabbing a pattern takes me seconds. 👏🏽🙌🏽 As long as I make sure to put the
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Another fun craft class with local senior citizens! 😍🌹 I used my laser cutting machine to cut out the pieces for this wooden rose project. They had a blast using acrylic paint markers to paint them and everyone did an awesome job! #craftygemini #givingback #communityservice | Crafty Gemini
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Another fun craft class with local senior citizens! 😍🌹 I used my laser cutting machine to cut out the pieces for this wooden rose project. They had a blast using acrylic paint markers to paint them and everyone did an awesome job! #craftygemini #givingback #communityservice | Crafty Gemini
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Teaching middle schoolers how to crochet this week! 🥰🧶 Fun times with crafty kids! I learned to crochet in afterschool when I was in 4th grade so offering crochet lessons as a part of our Crafty Gemini Youth Empowerment Studio afterschool program just warms my heart. 🥰❤️ #givingback #craftygeminiyouthdevelopment | Crafty Gemini
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Teaching middle schoolers how to crochet this week! 🥰🧶 Fun times with crafty kids! I learned to crochet in afterschool when I was in 4th grade so offering crochet lessons as a part of our Crafty Gemini Youth Empowerment Studio afterschool program just warms my heart. 🥰❤️ #givingback #craftygeminiyouthdevelopment | Crafty Gemini
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If the pattern instructions don’t make sense to you, it’s really easy to think YOU are the problem. ❌ You’re not. ⚠️ Unclear steps, missing visuals 🫠, and assumed prior knowledge will make any sewist/quilter feel stuck— it doesn’t matter how skilled you are. It’s very frustrating and many of you give up because you think you are the problem. ✅ Good instruction changes everything, y’all. When someone shows you what’s happening and the why behind it things just click faster, mistakes happen less
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If the pattern instructions don’t make sense to you, it’s really easy to think YOU are the problem. ❌ You’re not. ⚠️ Unclear steps, missing visuals 🫠, and assumed prior knowledge will make any sewist/quilter feel stuck— it doesn’t matter how skilled you are. It’s very frustrating and many of you give up because you think you are the problem. ✅ Good instruction changes everything, y’all. When someone shows you what’s happening and the why behind it things just click faster, mistakes happen less
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Many of you already know I’m on a mission to replace all the clothes in my closet with me made garments! 😅 Yea, it’s gonna take forever but I’m not in a rush. I just want to sew more and be more intentional with the pieces I make. So, I made The Colorbock Set top by @matchymatchysewingclub ! I used a single cotton gauze fabric from my stash and cut the size XL with no modifications. My full review, recap, tips and things to look out for is posted on YouTube channel (TheCraftyGemini) for my memb
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Many of you already know I’m on a mission to replace all the clothes in my closet with me made garments! 😅 Yea, it’s gonna take forever but I’m not in a rush. I just want to sew more and be more intentional with the pieces I make. So, I made The Colorbock Set top by @matchymatchysewingclub ! I used a single cotton gauze fabric from my stash and cut the size XL with no modifications. My full review, recap, tips and things to look out for is posted on YouTube channel (TheCraftyGemini) for my memb
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If you have a modern home sewing machine it probably has an automatic buttonhole foot and feature and unless you sew a lot of clothes I know you haven’t used it enough! 😅 You may have even forgotten that your machine can do this! 🤭 REMINDER: Buttonholes aren’t just for garments! They’re perfect for home decor, aprons, tote bags, straps on a variety of projects, an option for zipper-less closures, and all kinds of fun easy projects. 💡 The more you use it, the easier it gets! So, take 1 hour th
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This is still my favorite machine for beginners who are serious about sewing and want a machine they can grow with! Let’s just say, I have taught hundreds of kids how to sew on these machines and they have yet to jam or damage one! 🤭😅 IYKYK I have used this machine to sew through: ✅ woven fabrics ✅ knit fabrics of all weights ✅ vinyl ✅ faux leather ✅ every interfacing I own ✅ bulky layers ✅ and more! SHOP WITH US & SAVE $$: https://craftygemini.com/shop/juki-hzl-lb5020-sewing-machine/ We’ve so
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I like to have a big cutting surface when I work with my rotary cutter and the last mat I had was not self healing so you could see the wear over time. It had a few cracks in it and I decided to just take it off and replace it with some of my smaller 24” x 36” mats. But when we “piece” together a few cutting mats we have to make sure they don’t move and that the gaps at the joins are as tight as possible, otherwise it’s a cutting nightmare! 😅 So, I like to use double sided clear mounting tape t
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I’m obsessed with the @crossropejumpropes SpinJumper right now! 💥🛞 8 year old me is literally jumping for joy! 🥳 Dynamic, low impact, cardio workout that gets my heart rate up fast, and honestly… it’s just plain FUN. 🥰🖤 If you’re looking for a fun way to get some cardio and agility work in for the low, check it out. Comes apart for travel and you can use it anywhere. 🔥 Comment “SPIN” and I’ll send you the link and info. It’s at a wild price right now for Black Friday sales. This would make
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Happy New Year, y’all! 🥳 🧵✂️I’m focusing on being more intentional with my creativity this year. 😅 Not perfect, just better. 🥅 The goal is a little less clutter, more intention, and a whole lot more sewing the stuff I actually want to make. 👏🏽 I’m donating/gifting stuff I I haven’t used in forever and making room in my studio for the gadgets and fabrics I want to spend more time with in 2026. 🎯 Anyone else feeling this way? Let’s do it! 💪🏽🥳🙏🏽❤️ #craftygemini #studiocleanup #sewingroo
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Who doesn’t love a cute scrunchie? 🎀 In this video, I’ll show you how to sew your own step by step using just cotton fabric and elastic—so simple and fun! 😍🙌🏽 ✅ The bodkin I’m using can be found in our online shop at: craftygemini.com/shop. Perfect for beginners and a great way to use up fabric scraps! 🎥 Watch this tutorial and then give it a try! 💕 Save it for later and share with a crafty friend, too. #craftygemini #sewing made simple #howtosewascrunchie #diyscrunchie #learntosew #sewing
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This is a beginner friendly project for those of you that are new to sewing and still scared of zippers! 😅 Use up your cotton fabric scraps and whip these mini pouches up in no time! Great for lip balm, bandaids, cash and cards! 🥳✂️🧵 #craftygemini #sewingtutorial #sewingtutorialsforbeginners #howtosew #learntosew #SewingMadeSimple #sewingproject | Crafty Gemini
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Have you tried sublimation yet? I har to give it a try after watching some of @Michelle | Cricut & Crafts’ videos! She makes the coolest stuff! 😱🙌🏽 I swear there are so many fun crafts out there! I took the budget friendly route and converted an Epson Inkjet printer (WF2930) that I found at Sam’s Club tor $45! We will be experimenting with more t-shirts and gonna try tumblers next. If you’ve done sublimation projects before what’s your favorite? What do I need to try? #craftygemini #sublimati
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You *have* to try glue basting if you haven’t already! It’s fabric-safe, washable, and holds your stuff in place—no more fighting with pins and clips. Just use tiny dots (don’t use any more!) and hit it with a dry iron to set and dry the glue in between the fabric layers. ⚠️ Do not sew through the wet glue. Once you press it and it’s dry up then you can sew. Trust me, once you try it, you’ll love it! #craftygemini #gluebasting #sewingtips #quiltingtips #sewingforbeginners #quiltingforbeginners #
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