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Half & Half Reversible Apron Sewing Pattern by Mary Mulari & Fantasy Garden Fabrics

Sew a versatle Half & Half Reversible Apron by Mary Mulari! Half apron or full apron — it’s your choice! See all the wearing options below. Plus shop Half & Half Apron Sewing Bundle Boxes–featuring Fantasy Garden Fabrics by Benartex, now available at ShopNZP.com!

 

Another reversible apron with personality from Mary Mulari–that’s quick and easy to sew! Sew this reversible apron with two one-yard pieces of cotton quilting fabric to make the apron top, skirt, straps, and neck ties. We’re featuring the beautiful Fantasy Garden Fabric Collection by Anna Nyman for Contempo Fabrics by Benartex Designer Fabrics!

Skirt features a modern shaping for ease of movement while wearing, plus hidden in-seam pockets with access from both sides of apron. Apron top is buttoned onto skirt creating a full apron!

Neck ties and waist ties are adjustable for individual fit.

Reverse Apron Top for additional style options.

Reverse Apron skirt to mix and match for additional style options.

Sew additional reversible Apron Tops to mix and match for additional style options.

Sew additional reversible apron skirts to mix and match for additional style options.

Pattern features Mary’s clear instructions and illustrations and sturdy pattern paper for multiple uses. Plus bonus tips for pattern alterations and for adding towel loops.

Half and Half  Reversible Apron Sewing Pattern Designed by Mary Mulari includes tips for extending waist ties–to wrap and tie in front!

Half & Half Reversible Apron Sewing Pattern designs by Mary Mulari are sewn with the Fantasy Garden Fabric Collection by Anna Nyman for Contempo Fabrics by Benartex Designer Fabrics available at ShopNZP.com.

Half & Half Reversible Apron Sewing Pattern by Mary Mulari–wear as a half apron or full apron, it’s your choice!

Half & Half Reversible Apron Sewing Bundle Boxes by Mary Mulari–featuring Fantasy Garden Fabric Collection by Anna Nyman for Contempo Fabrics by Benartex Designer Fabrics available at ShopNZP.com!

Fantasy Garden Fabrics by the yard, fat quarter packs, and 2-1/2″ Strips Packs by Anna Nyman for Contempo Fabrics by Benartex Designer Fabrics now available at ShopNZP.com!

Embrace the adventure of Fantasy Garden where illusion mirrors reality! Artist Anna Nyman pairs detailed pen and ink line drawings with dazzling color in her eclectic and fanciful style–to echo nature’s brightest shades. With its tropical flowers, vivid hues, and interesting textures – the Fantasy Garden fabric collection contains all the elements needed to create cool quilts, dynamic wall-hangings, aprons, and must-have handbags. Now Available at ShopNZP.com!

 

 

Fantasy Garden Lausanne Stripe Fabric by the Yard

Fantasy Garden Lucerne Fabric by the Yard

Fantasy Garden Lugano Fabric by the Yard

Fantasy Garden Eden Fabric by the Yard

Fantasy Garden Eve Fabric by the Yard

Fantasy Garden Flora Pink Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Flora Lime Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Flora Blue Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pods and Petals Pink Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pods and Petals Lime Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pods and Petals Blue Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pods Pink Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pods Lime Fabric by the Yard

Fantasy Garden Pods Blue Fabric by the Yard

Fantasy Garden Rock Daisy Pink Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Rock Daisy Blue Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pebble White Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pebble Dark Fuchsia Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pebble Dark Lime Green Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pebble Dark Emerald Fabric by the Yar d Fantasy Garden Pebble Dark Blue Fabric by the Yar d What will you sew with these beautiful fabrics?  “Free Paradise Found Quilt Pattern”

Paradise Found Quilt is a fun project designed by Stephanie Sheridan that is being offered as a complimentary pattern for the Fantasy Garden Fabric Collection for Contempo Fabrics of Benartex. It measures approx. 58’’ x 73’’. Download the Free! “Paradise Found” Quilt Pattern here:

Half & Half Reversible Apron Sewing Pattern by Mary Mulari

Half & Half Reversible Apron Sewing Pattern by Mary Mulari! Half apron or full apron — it’s your choice! See all the wearing options below. Plus Half & Half Apron Bundle Boxes–featuring the Fantasy Garden Fabrics by Benartex, now available at ShopNZP.com!

Another reversible apron with personality from Mary Mulari–that’s quick and easy to sew! Sew this reversible apron with two one-yard pieces of cotton quilting fabric to make the apron top, skirt, straps, and neck ties. We’re featuring the beautiful Fantasy Garden Fabric Collection by Anna Nyman for Contempo Fabrics by Benartex Designer Fabrics!

 

Fantasy Garden Fabrics by the yard, fat quarter packs, and 2-1/2″ Strips Packs by Anna Nyman for Contempo Fabrics by Benartex Designer Fabrics now available at ShopNZP.com!

Embrace the adventure of Fantasy Garden where illusion mirrors reality! Artist Anna Nyman pairs detailed pen and ink line drawings with dazzling color in her eclectic and fanciful style–to echo nature’s brightest shades. With its tropical flowers, vivid hues, and interesting textures – the Fantasy Garden fabric collection contains all the elements needed to create cool quilts, dynamic wall-hangings, aprons, and must-have handbags. Now Available at ShopNZP.com!

 

 

Shop WoolFelt Bundles and Posey Pillow™ WoolFelt® Fabric Bundle at ShopNZP.com

Shop Nancy Zieman Productions Gift Cards at ShopNZP.com!

The BERNINA Summer Savings Event Special Event Financing ENDS TODAY at The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop. See Store for Details

VISIT us at The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop

at 120 Front Street in Downtown Beaver Dam, WI 53916

920-356-9546 phone

info@ziemanproductions.com
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June Store Hours • Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.*AND we’re open SUNDAY, JUNE 15 – 10 a.m. to 4 pm*

PARKING AVAILABLE BEHIND STORE

Visit the Nancy Had a Notion History Exhibit on Display this Summer in Downtown Beaver Dam, Wisconsin at The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop!

 

Join us this weekend for The Wisconsin Arts and Peony Festival, June 13-15, 2025 in Beaver Dam Wisconsin! 

Get ready for three days of festivities celebrating the beauty of peonies and the vibrancy of the arts in Beaver Dam. Explore Ovans Peony Farm, Wisconsin’s largest stem-cut peony farm, with daily tours showcasing thousands of breathtaking blooms and over a hundred peony varieties—an experience you can see, touch, and smell!

 

On Saturday, June 14th in Beaver Dam WI, immerse yourself in a colorful blend of art and nature at the Art Market–behind The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop, where you can browse unique creations from talented artists while savoring delicious flavors from local food trucks. Don’t miss the American Peony Society National Flower Show, happening this Saturday and Sunday at the Beaver Dam High School, where the most exquisite peonies in the country will be on display.

 

 

Enhance your festival experience with the Brunch & Blossoms Stroll, available on Friday and Saturday, offering a charming way to enjoy gourmet flavors among the blooms. Dive into artistic expression with community mural painting, art and sewing exhibits, peony-themed classes, storytelling, and the whimsical touch of yarn bombing throughout the festival.

The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop is hosting a Bed Turning Event at The Dodge County Center for the Arts during The 2025 Wisconsin Arts & Peony Festival, TODAY, Saturday, June 14, in Downtown Beaver Dam Wisconsin. Presentations start promptly at 11am, and 1 pm.

 

The Harmonious Threads Exhibitis back for its second year, bigger and better than ever! Mark your calendar for June 13th-15th, and join us at The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop Events Spacefor this dazzling showcase of music, artistry, and craftsmanship.

This year’s exhibit will feature all of Mike Leckrone’s iconic concert jackets, including 26 extraordinary pieces that were meticulously handmade and designed by Lois Levenhagen, a lifelong Beaver Dam WI resident. These unique creations highlight the remarkable artistry and dedication that brought Leckrone’s vision to life on stage.

*The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop is open this SUNDAY, JUNE 15 – 10 a.m. to 4 pm*

Celebrate Summer Sewing!

 

Team Nancy Zieman

Nancy Zieman Productions. LLC.

 

 

 

 

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Half & Half Reversible Apron Sewing Pattern by Mary Mulari & Fantasy Garden Fabric Collection by Anna Nyman for Contempo Fabrics by Benartex Designer Fabrics

Sew a versatle Half & Half Reversible Apron by Mary Mulari! Half apron or full apron — it’s your choice! See all the wearing options below. Plus shop Half & Half Apron Sewing Bundle Boxes–featuring Fantasy Garden Fabrics by Benartex, now available at ShopNZP.com!

Another reversible apron with personality from Mary Mulari–that’s quick and easy to sew! Sew this reversible apron with two one-yard pieces of cotton quilting fabric to make the apron top, skirt, straps, and neck ties. We’re featuring the beautiful Fantasy Garden Fabric Collection by Anna Nyman for Contempo Fabrics by Benartex Designer Fabrics!

Skirt features a modern shaping for ease of movement while wearing, plus hidden in-seam pockets with access from both sides of apron. Apron top is buttoned onto skirt creating a full apron!

Neck ties and waist ties are adjustable for individual fit.

Reverse Apron Top for additional style options.

Reverse Apron skirt to mix and match for additional style options.

Sew additional reversible Apron Tops to mix and match for additional style options.

Sew additional reversible apron skirts to mix and match for additional style options.

Pattern features Mary’s clear instructions and illustrations and sturdy pattern paper for multiple uses. Plus bonus tips for pattern alterations and for adding towel loops.

Half and Half  Reversible Apron Sewing Pattern Designed by Mary Mulari includes tips for extending waist ties–to wrap and tie in front!

Half & Half Reversible Apron Sewing Pattern designs by Mary Mulari are sewn with the Fantasy Garden Fabric Collection by Anna Nyman for Contempo Fabrics by Benartex Designer Fabrics available at ShopNZP.com.

Half & Half Reversible Apron Sewing Pattern by Mary Mulari–wear as a half apron or full apron, it’s your choice!

Half & Half Reversible Apron Sewing Bundle Boxes by Mary Mulari–featuring Fantasy Garden Fabric Collection by Anna Nyman for Contempo Fabrics by Benartex Designer Fabrics available at ShopNZP.com!

Fantasy Garden Fabrics by the yard, fat quarter packs, and 2-1/2″ Strips Packs by Anna Nyman for Contempo Fabrics by Benartex Designer Fabrics now available at ShopNZP.com!

Embrace the adventure of Fantasy Garden where illusion mirrors reality! Artist Anna Nyman pairs detailed pen and ink line drawings with dazzling color in her eclectic and fanciful style–to echo nature’s brightest shades. With its tropical flowers, vivid hues, and interesting textures – the Fantasy Garden fabric collection contains all the elements needed to create cool quilts, dynamic wall-hangings, aprons, and must-have handbags. Now Available at ShopNZP.com!

 

 

Fantasy Garden Lausanne Stripe Fabric by the Yard

Fantasy Garden Lucerne Fabric by the Yard

Fantasy Garden Lugano Fabric by the Yard

Fantasy Garden Eden Fabric by the Yard

Fantasy Garden Eve Fabric by the Yard

Fantasy Garden Flora Pink Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Flora Lime Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Flora Blue Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pods and Petals Pink Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pods and Petals Lime Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pods and Petals Blue Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pods Pink Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pods Lime Fabric by the Yard

Fantasy Garden Pods Blue Fabric by the Yard

Fantasy Garden Rock Daisy Pink Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Rock Daisy Blue Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pebble White Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pebble Dark Fuchsia Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pebble Dark Lime Green Fabric by the Yar d

Fantasy Garden Pebble Dark Emerald Fabric by the Yar d Fantasy Garden Pebble Dark Blue Fabric by the Yar d What will you sew with these beautiful fabrics?  “Free Paradise Found Quilt Pattern”

Paradise Found Quilt is a fun project designed by Stephanie Sheridan that is being offered as a complimentary pattern for the Fantasy Garden Fabric Collection for Contempo Fabrics of Benartex. It measures approx. 58’’ x 73’’. Download the Free! “Paradise Found” Quilt Pattern here:

Half & Half Reversible Apron Sewing Pattern by Mary Mulari

Half & Half Reversible Apron Sewing Pattern by Mary Mulari! Half apron or full apron — it’s your choice! See all the wearing options below. Plus Half & Half Apron Bundle Boxes–featuring the Fantasy Garden Fabrics by Benartex, now available at ShopNZP.com!

Another reversible apron with personality from Mary Mulari–that’s quick and easy to sew! Sew this reversible apron with two one-yard pieces of cotton quilting fabric to make the apron top, skirt, straps, and neck ties. We’re featuring the beautiful Fantasy Garden Fabric Collection by Anna Nyman for Contempo Fabrics by Benartex Designer Fabrics!

 

Fantasy Garden Fabrics by the yard, fat quarter packs, and 2-1/2″ Strips Packs by Anna Nyman for Contempo Fabrics by Benartex Designer Fabrics now available at ShopNZP.com!

Embrace the adventure of Fantasy Garden where illusion mirrors reality! Artist Anna Nyman pairs detailed pen and ink line drawings with dazzling color in her eclectic and fanciful style–to echo nature’s brightest shades. With its tropical flowers, vivid hues, and interesting textures – the Fantasy Garden fabric collection contains all the elements needed to create cool quilts, dynamic wall-hangings, aprons, and must-have handbags. Now Available at ShopNZP.com!

Shop Nancy Zieman Productions Gift Cards at ShopNZP.com!

 

VISIT

The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop at 120 Front Street in Downtown Beaver Dam, WI 53916

920-356-9546 phone

info@ziemanproductions.com
NancyZiemanSewingStudio.com

Store Hours • Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

PARKING AVAILABLE BEHIND STORE

 

Visit the Nancy Had a Notion History Exhibit on Display this Summer in Downtown Beaver Dam, Wisconsin at The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop!

Celebrate Summer Sewing!

Team Nancy Zieman

Nancy Zieman Productions. LLC.

 

 

 

 

Stitch it! Sisters is a production of NZ Productions LLC. Content in this feed is © copyright 2025 by Nancy Zieman Productions, LLC and may not be republished without written permission. You’re welcome to forward the email to a friend or colleague but it’s not okay to add the RSS feed automatically as content on a blog or other website. The FTC requires us to tell you that Nancy Zieman Productions, LLC has provided products by other companies in the course of doing business. The FTC requires us to advise you to take this information into consideration when reading this posting.

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Patriotic Reversible Palette Coaster Sewing Tutorial

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch a set of Patriotic Reversible Palette Coasters! This red, white, and blue sewing project is stitched with 5″ fabric squares, our FREE! Applique Printable, and our easy sewing tutorial, below! Plus shop Patriotic Fabrics at ShopNZP.com.

 

  What is a Palette Coaster? Team NZP named our Reversible Palette Coasters for the coaster’s front surface, which is an ideal area — or palette — to showcase a variety of fabrics or techniques. Stitch a set of Palette Coasters featuring Americana Appliques,  or choose thread embellishment – as we did here, or choose a beautiful fabric print, fun novelty fabric, or a leftover quilt block. Try a new technique when making your Palette Coasters! Prior to seaming your coasters together, decorate the front fabric “palette” with ribbons, trims, appliqué, machine embroidery, and/or nearly any embellishments you’d like – you’re the designer!

Reversible Palette Coaster Supply ListingCotton Quilting Two Fat Quarters, or Assorted 5″ Fabric Squares
Quilter’s Starch Savvy Pellon’s® ShirTailor Interfacing by the Yard Eze-View Pressing Cloth
Patriotic GlaMore Metallic Rayon Thread Pack Schmetz Super Nonstick Needles, Size 100/16 Schmetz Universal Needles, Size 90/14 Clover’s Wonder Clips Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner Rotary Cutter, mat, and ruler Straight Tailor’s Awl Stiletto
Iron Standard Sewing Thread Reversible Palette Coaster Sewing Tutorial featuring Thread Embellishment

Our reversible drink coasters, or mug rugs, feature an envelope back and a front flat surface — an ideal “palette” for showcasing applique or thread embellishment! The reverse side opens to wrap around the base of a stemmed-glass.

Approximate finished size: 4-1/2″ x 4-1/2″

 

 

  Preshrink  fabric by steaming and pressing, and steaming and pressing a second time, and then spray press and starch fabric with June Tailor’s Quilter’s Starch Savvy — press and starch, press and starch.

Thread Embellishment: Note: We’re making Palette Coasters from just two fat quarters.

Cut one 16″ square front “palette” fabric.Cut two 16″ square ShirTailor Interfacing.

 

Using a Eze-View Pressing Cloth , press one 16″ square ShirTailor Interfacing to the wrong side of 16″ square front “palette” fabric. Press the second 16″ square ShirTailor Interfacing to the previously pressed interfacing. Insert a new  Schmetz Super Nonstick Needles, Size 100/16 , and stitch a few random straight lines across the stabilized fabric with a spool of thread from Patriotic GlaMore Metallic Rayon Thread Pack. Continue stitching random straight lines across the stabilized fabric, changing thread colors as desired. .

 

 

When changing threads, cut decorative threads at the spool, and pull thread from machine — at presser foot.

. .Cut 5″ crosswise fabric strips from thread-embellished fabric. Subcut fabric strips into 5″ squares. To Make One Reversible Palette Coaster:Cut three 5″ fabric squares from a coordinating fabric – for the reverse “envelope” side of the coaster. Press two coordinating 5″ fabric squares in half, creating 2-1/2″ x 5″ folded fabric rectangles. Layer thread-embellished square to one 5″ coordinating fabric square, with wrong sides together and thread-embellished square facing up. Position two 2-1/2″ x 5″ fold fabric rectangles over thread-embellished square – with folded edges meeting at middle, and raw edges aligning to outer edges. Wonder Clip edges. Insert a new  Schmetz Universal Needles, Size 90/14  and thread sewing machine with standard sewing thread. Stitch just one side seam with 1/4″ seam allowance. Stitch seam twice, for durability!Use Clover’s Straight Tailor’s Awl Stiletto to assist feeding fabric layers under presser foot. Stitch opposite side seam. Stitch seam twice, for durability! Use Nancy Zieman’s “Wrapped Corner” technique to “wrap” the seam toward project center – folding along previous stitching line. Stitch seam twice, for durability! . Stitch the fourth seam with Nancy’s Wrapped Corner Technique. Stitch seam twice, for durability!Use Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors to clip away all four corners – to reduce bulk. Turn Reversible Palette Coaster right side out.Use Point 2 Point Turner to push out corners. Press. Repeat steps above and complete additional coaster(s).

Our Reversible Palette Coasters are so fun to make, you’ll be stitching new coasters for every occasion! And, they make a great addition to a gift basket! 

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch a set of Reversible Palette Coasters! Our red, white, and blue reversible drink coasters, or mug rugs, feature a front flat surface — an ideal “palette” for showcasing thread embellishment! The reverse envelope back opens to wrap around the base of a stemmed-glass.

And/Or, embellish a set of Reversible Palette Coasters with Appliqués! Download Team NZP’s FREE! Americana Appliqué Printables PDF!

Visit Team NZP’s Halloween Appliqué Coaster Sewing Tutorial with FREE! Spooky Fun Halloween Appliqué Printable PDF.

 

Celebrate Summer Sewing Related Posts

 

 

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch our Folded Hot Pads! This red, white, and blue sewing project is stitched with four fat quarters and Pellon’s Insul-Fleece Batting. Make our Folded Hot Pad in 30 Minutes with our super-easy step-by step sewing instructions!

Patriotic Folded Hot Pad Supply Listing

Four coordinating cotton quilting fabric Fat Quarters Note: Four Fat Quarters make two Hot Pads!1/4 yd. Pellon® Insul-Fleece Batting Quilter’s Starch Savvy Clover’s Wonder Clips Schmetz Size 90 Jeans/Denim Needle Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors Rotary Cutter, mat, and ruler Iron Standard Sewing ThreadOptional: Walking FootOptional: The Big Jig

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch our Patriotic Table Topper! This red, white, and blue table topper is created with 2-1/2″ Fabric Strips and Pellon’s convenient 2-1/2″ Precut Cotton Batting Strips! The sewing is fun and the finished table topper provides a festive table centerpiece.

Patriotic Table Topper Supply Listing

Four Coordinating Fat Quarters: One for inner circle, one for under circle, and three for surrounding strips. Pellon’s 2-1/2″ Precut Cotton Batting Strips Clover’s Wonder Clips Clover’s 5-in-1 Sliding Gauge Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner Fabric Marking Pen Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors Rotary Cutter, mat, and ruler Iron & June Tailor’s Cut ‘n Press II Open Toe Presser Foot Optional: Edge Joining Presser FootStandard Sewing Thread Schmetz Size 90 Jeans/Denim Needle

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch our patriotic Wrap-N-Zap Baked Potato Zapper & Veggie Steamer Bag! Sew this super-quick sewing project with Pellon’s Wrap-N-Zap Batting and two fun fat quarters!

Wrap-N-Zap Baked Potato Zapper and Veggie Steamer Bag Sewing Supply Listing

Outer Fabric – 100% Cotton – One Fat QuarterLining fabric – 100% Cotton – One Fat Quarter Pellon WZ-45 Wrap-N-Zap 1 package 100% Cotton Batting (45″ x 36″) 100% Cotton Sewing Thread

 

Shop Patriotic Fabrics at ShopNZP.com Shop Nancy Zieman Productions Gift Cards at ShopNZP.com!

 

VISIT

The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop at 120 Front Street in Downtown Beaver Dam, WI 53916

920-356-9546 phone

info@ziemanproductions.com
NancyZiemanSewingStudio.com

Store Hours • Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

PARKING AVAILABLE BEHIND STORE

Visit the Nancy Had a Notion History Exhibit on Display this Summer in Downtown Beaver Dam, Wisconsin at The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop!

Celebrate Summer Sewing!

Team Nancy Zieman

Nancy Zieman Productions. LLC.

 

 

 

 

Stitch it! Sisters is a production of NZ Productions LLC. Content in this feed is © copyright 2025 by Nancy Zieman Productions, LLC and may not be republished without written permission. You’re welcome to forward the email to a friend or colleague but it’s not okay to add the RSS feed automatically as content on a blog or other website. The FTC requires us to tell you that Nancy Zieman Productions, LLC has provided products by other companies in the course of doing business. The FTC requires us to advise you to take this information into consideration when reading this posting.

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Patriotic Pot Holder and Hot Pad Sewing Tutorial at Nancy Zieman Productions

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch a Folded Hot Pad. This red, white, and blue sewing project is stitched with four fat quarters and Pellon’s Insul-Fleece Batting. Make our Folded Hot Pad in 30 Minutes with our super-easy step-by step sewing instructions!

Patriotic Folded Hot Pad Supply ListingFour coordinating cotton quilting fabric Fat Quarters Note: Four Fat Quarters make two Hot Pads!1/4 yd. Pellon® Insul-Fleece Batting Quilter’s Starch Savvy Clover’s Wonder Clips Schmetz Size 90 Jeans/Denim Needle Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors Rotary Cutter, mat, and ruler Iron Standard Sewing ThreadOptional: Walking FootOptional: The Big Jig Patriotic Folded Hot Pad Sewing Tutorial

Approximate finished size: 8″ x 8″

 

Preshrink  fabric by steaming and pressing, and steaming and pressing a second time, and then spray press and starch fabric with June Tailor’s Quilter’s Starch Savvy — press and starch, press and starch.

 

To make one Folded Hot Pad:

Cut six 9″ fabric squares from four fabrics.Cut cut one 9″ square Pellon® Insul-Fleece Batting , or cut two 9″ cotton batting squares.

Press four squares in half, diagonally corner to corner, wrong sides together, and aligning raw edges. Press. Place remaining two fabric squares wrong sides together, with  Insul-Fleece  or batting squares sandwiched between fabrics. Wonder Clip edges.

Insert a new Schmetz Size 90 Jeans/Denim Needle , and stitch through all layers using scant 1/4″ seam allowance – and baste around all four edges.

 

Wonder Clips are ideal for our Folded Hot Pad! The multiple layers are not so pin-friendly and pinning layers may bend straight pins. 

 

Now’s the time to use a Walking Foot – to prevent layers from shifting. 

Place one folded fabric triangle to hot pad back, aligning left and lower edges.  Stack a second folded fabric triangle over the first triangle, and align lower and right edges.

Stack a fourth folded fabric triangle over the previous triangles, aligning right and upper edges.

Stack the fourth folded fabric triangle over the previous triangles, aligning upper and left edges.

Weave final triangle by lifting upper right corner of the last triangle, lifting upper corner of the first triangle, and tucking the fourth triangle under the first triangle. Meet and align all cut edges.

 Pin or Wonder Clip edges in place.

Stitch one side seam with 1/4″-3/8″ seam allowance–or use the width of the presser foot for seam allowance. Stitch this seam twice for durability! Then, double-stitch the opposite side seam.

Using Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors to trim or grade batting seam allowance to approximately 1/8″, and cut away batting from within the seams.

Use Nancy Zieman’s “Wrapped Corner” technique to “wrap” to seam toward center, folding along previous stitching line. Use The Big Jig or and “anchor cloth” and stitch the this third seam – from folded edge to folded edge.Stitch the fourth side seam with Nancy’s Wrapped Corner Technique.

Grade batting seam allowances to 1/8″, and clip away all four corners to reduce bulk.

Turn Folded Hot Pad right side out – through woven triangle opening. Use Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner to push out corners.

Press.

 

Our Folded Hot Pads are so fast and fun to make, you’ll be stitching new hot pads for every occasion! And, they make great gifts – when you need a last-minute gift in minutes!

 

Celebrate Summer Sewing Related Posts

 

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch a set of Reversible Palette Coasters! Our red, white, and blue reversible drink coasters, or mug rugs, feature a front flat surface — an ideal “palette” for showcasing thread embellishment! The reverse envelope back opens to wrap around the base of a stemmed-glass.

Reversible Palette Coaster Supply ListingTwo coordinating cotton quilting fabric Fat Quarters. NOTE: Two Fat Quarters makes four coasters!
Quilter’s Starch Savvy Pellon’s® ShirTailor Interfacing by the Yard Eze-View Pressing Cloth Patriotic GlaMore Metallic Rayon Thread Pack Schmetz Super Nonstick Needles, Size 100/16 Schmetz Universal Needles, Size 90/14 Clover’s Wonder Clips Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner Rotary Cutter, mat, and ruler Straight Tailor’s Awl Stiletto
Iron Standard Sewing Thread

 

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch our Folded Hot Pads! This red, white, and blue sewing project is stitched with four fat quarters and Pellon’s Insul-Fleece Batting. Make our Folded Hot Pad in 30 Minutes with our super-easy step-by step sewing instructions!

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch our Patriotic Table Topper! This red, white, and blue table topper is created with 2-1/2″ Fabric Strips and Pellon’s convenient 2-1/2″ Precut Cotton Batting Strips! The sewing is fun and the finished table topper provides a festive table centerpiece.

Patriotic Table Topper Supply Listing

Four Coordinating Fat Quarters: One for inner circle, one for under circle, and three for surrounding strips. Pellon’s 2-1/2″ Precut Cotton Batting Strips Clover’s Wonder Clips Clover’s 5-in-1 Sliding Gauge Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner Fabric Marking Pen Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors Rotary Cutter, mat, and ruler Iron & June Tailor’s Cut ‘n Press II Open Toe Presser Foot Optional: Edge Joining Presser FootStandard Sewing Thread Schmetz Size 90 Jeans/Denim Needle

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch our patriotic Wrap-N-Zap Baked Potato Zapper & Veggie Steamer Bag! Sew this super-quick sewing project with Pellon’s Wrap-N-Zap Batting and two fun fat quarters!

Wrap-N-Zap Baked Potato Zapper and Veggie Steamer Bag Sewing Supply Listing

Outer Fabric – 100% Cotton – One Fat QuarterLining fabric – 100% Cotton – One Fat Quarter Pellon WZ-45 Wrap-N-Zap 1 package 100% Cotton Batting (45″ x 36″) 100% Cotton Sewing Thread

 

Shop Patriotic Fabrics at ShopNZP.com Shop Nancy Zieman Productions Gift Cards at ShopNZP.com!

 

VISIT

The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop at 120 Front Street in Downtown Beaver Dam, WI 53916

920-356-9546 phone

info@ziemanproductions.com
NancyZiemanSewingStudio.com

Store Hours • Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

PARKING AVAILABLE BEHIND STORE

Visit the Nancy Had a Notion History Exhibit on Display this Summer in Downtown Beaver Dam, Wisconsin at The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop!

Celebrate Summer Sewing!

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Sew a Wrap-N-Zap Baked Potato Zapper and Veggie Steamer Bag

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch a Patriotic Wrap-N-Zap Baked Potato Zapper & Veggie Steamer Bag! Sew this super-quick sewing project with Pellon’s Wrap-N-Zap Batting and two Patriotic Fabric fat quarters!

Use 100% natural cotton batting Wrap-N-Zap™ by Pellon to create this handy potato zapper/veggie steamer. It works in the microwave to help retain moisture for steamy potatoes, veggies, and tortillas! This is a fun sewing project and makes a great gift, too! Make Two bags from two 100% Cotton fat quarter fabrics!

Wrap-N-Zap Baked Potato Zapper & Veggie Steamer Supplies

Outer Fabric – 100% Cotton Only 1 fat quarter Lining fabric – 100% Cotton Only 1 fat quarter Pellon WZ-45 Wrap-N-Zap 1 package 100% Cotton Batting (45″ x 36″) 100% Cotton Sewing Thread Clover’s Wonder Clips Clover’s Supersize 5-in-1 Sliding Gauge Clover’s Fabric Marking Pen Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors Rotary Cutter, mat, and ruler Schmetz Size 90 Jeans/Denim Needle Optional: Straight Tailor’s Awl Stiletto

Wrap-N-Zap Baked Potato Zapper & Veggie Steamer Sewing Tutorial

Prewash fabrics and pretreat Wrap-N-Zap batting per instructions on Wrap-N-Zap batting packaging.Cut Fat Quarters and Wrap-N-Zap:Cut one 9″ x 20″ rectangle from outside fabric.Cut one 9″ x 20″ rectangle from lining fabric.Cut one 9″ x 20″ rectangle from Wrap-N-Zap.

Place outer fabric and lining fabric, right sides together, with the Wrap-N-Zap batting to wrong side of lining fabric. Wonder Clip edges together.

Using a fabric marking pen , angle-mark bag top, with diagonal marked lines. Mark from top center to 5-1/4″ down top edge – along both long sides.

Mark a 3″ seam opening – about halfway down one long side.

Using a Rotary Cutter , trim away top corners, along angle-marked lines.

 

 

Use only 100% cotton fabrics, 100% cotton batting, and 100% cotton sewing thread, when sewing the Wrap-N-Zap Baked Potato Zapper & Veggie Steamer Bag!

Using a Schmetz Size 90 Jeans/Denim Needle, stitch around all sides and edges, leaving 3″ seam opening unsewn.

Trim seam allowances at corners, and turn bag right sides out – using a Point 2 Point Turner – to make crisp corners.

Fold bottom edge up to about 1″ below angled-top. Align edges and Wonder Clip.

Edgestitch side seams, through all layers, closing seam allowance opening in edgestitching. Backstitch at seams end, for reinforcement.

 

 

IMPORTANT! When cooking any vegetable wrapped in fabric, limit the time to two minute intervals. Pellon® does not recommend cooking on high longer than two minutes. When longer cooking time is needed, stop, turn the item while wearing oven mitts, then start again. Never leave a microwave unattended while cooking. Allow to cool before handling. Use only 100% cotton fabrics, batting, and thread.

 

 

Celebrate Summer Sewing Related Posts

 

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch a set of Reversible Palette Coasters! Our red, white, and blue reversible drink coasters, or mug rugs, feature a front flat surface — an ideal “palette” for showcasing thread embellishment! The reverse envelope back opens to wrap around the base of a stemmed-glass.

Reversible Palette Coaster Supply ListingTwo coordinating cotton quilting fabric Fat Quarters. NOTE: Two Fat Quarters makes four coasters!
Quilter’s Starch Savvy Pellon’s® ShirTailor Interfacing by the Yard Eze-View Pressing Cloth Patriotic GlaMore Metallic Rayon Thread Pack Schmetz Super Nonstick Needles, Size 100/16 Schmetz Universal Needles, Size 90/14 Clover’s Wonder Clips Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner Rotary Cutter, mat, and ruler Straight Tailor’s Awl Stiletto
Iron Standard Sewing Thread

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch our Folded Hot Pads! This red, white, and blue sewing project is stitched with four fat quarters and Pellon’s Insul-Fleece Batting. Make our Folded Hot Pad in 30 Minutes with our super-easy step-by step sewing instructions!

Patriotic Folded Hot Pad Supply ListingFour coordinating cotton quilting fabrics Fat Quarters. Note: Four Fat Quarters makes two Hot Pads!1/4 yd. Pellon® Insul-Fleece Batting Quilter’s Starch Savvy Clover’s Wonder Clips Schmetz Size 90 Jeans/Denim Needle Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors Rotary Cutter, mat, and ruler Iron Standard Sewing ThreadOptional: Walking FootOptional: The Big Jig

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch our Patriotic Table Topper! This red, white, and blue table topper is created with 2-1/2″ Fabric Strips and Pellon’s convenient 2-1/2″ Precut Cotton Batting Strips! The sewing is fun and the finished table topper provides a festive table centerpiece.

Patriotic Table Topper Supply Listing

Four Coordinating Fat Quarters: One for inner circle, one for under circle, and three for surrounding strips. Pellon’s 2-1/2″ Precut Cotton Batting Strips Clover’s Wonder Clips Clover’s 5-in-1 Sliding Gauge Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner Fabric Marking Pen Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors Rotary Cutter, mat, and ruler Iron & June Tailor’s Cut ‘n Press II Open Toe Presser Foot Optional: Edge Joining Presser FootStandard Sewing Thread Schmetz Size 90 Jeans/Denim Needle

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch our patriotic Wrap-N-Zap Baked Potato Zapper & Veggie Steamer Bag! Sew this super-quick sewing project with Pellon’s Wrap-N-Zap Batting and two fun fat quarters!

Wrap-N-Zap Baked Potato Zapper and Veggie Steamer Bag Sewing Supply Listing

Outer Fabric – 100% Cotton Only 1 fat quarter Lining fabric – 100% Cotton Only 1 fat quarter Pellon WZ-45 Wrap-N-Zap 1 package 100% Cotton Batting (45″ x 36″) 100% Cotton Sewing Thread Clover’s Wonder Clips Clover’s Supersize 5-in-1 Sliding Gauge Clover’s I Sew For Fun Fabric Marking Pen Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors Rotary Cutter, mat, and ruler Schmetz Size 90 Jeans/Denim Needle Optional: Straight Tailor’s Awl Stiletto

Find Stitch it! In Minutes Jelly Roll Table Mat Sewing Supplies at ShopNZP.com

 

 

Shop All American Gnomes Fabrics at ShopNZP.com

Shop Patriotic Fabrics at ShopNZP.com Shop Nancy Zieman Productions Gift Cards at ShopNZP.com!

 

VISIT

The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop at 120 Front Street in Downtown Beaver Dam, WI 53916

920-356-9546 phone

info@ziemanproductions.com
NancyZiemanSewingStudio.com

Store Hours • Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

PARKING AVAILABLE BEHIND STORE

Visit the Nancy Had a Notion History Exhibit on Display this Summer in Downtown Beaver Dam, Wisconsin at The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop!

Celebrate Summer Sewing!

Team Nancy Zieman

Nancy Zieman Productions. LLC.

 

 

 

 

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The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show 2025 Modern Mini Quilt Challenge – Winners Announced!

Announcing The Modern Mini Quilt Challenge 2025 Modern Mini Quilt Challenge Winners! Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s Modern Mini Quilt Challenge a success! View all the mini quilt entries at facebook.com/QuiltShow. The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show and Nancy Zieman Productions’ seventh-annual Modern Mini Quilt Challenge invited participants to stitch a 24-inch square, or smaller, modern mini in fabrics featuring a modern color palette and design. All 156 entries were spectacular!

Here’s a Review of the 2025 Great Wisconsin Quilt Show Modern Mini Quilt Challenge Complete Entry Rules:

Sew a mini modern quilt to showcase your quilting talents. Submit your entry by emailing a high-resolution image of your quilt to WIQuiltShow@gmail.com by 5 p.m. CST on Wednesday, May 21, 2025.

Mini Quilts must be no more than 24-inches square, and may be pieced, appliquéd, mixed or other.Mini Quilts must be made from fabrics in a modern color palette and design.Mini Quilts must be quilted through 3 layers by hand, by machine or both.You may enter ONE modern mini quilt completed within the last year.Photo entries must be sent to WIQuiltShow@gmail.com ; participants are encouraged to share progress and quilt photos on social media using hashtag #ModernMiniQuiltChallenge.Submitted entries will be shared on The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show’s Facebook page throughout the month of May.Winners selected by panel of judges and will be announced on May 30, 2025.Open to U.S. Residents only.Judging takes place May 22-24, 2025.

Grab The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show Modern Mini Quilt Challenge badge and let your friends know about this fun quilt challenge! Visit facebook.com/QuiltShow for details.

View the listing of over $2,000 in prize packages from our generous sponsors below, and also at quiltshow.com/modernminiquiltchallenge.com.

View the Gallery of Quilts

Mod Mini Quilt Photos hosted by PBS Wisconsin on the public Quilt Show Facebook Page in the 2025 Quilt Show Modern Mini Quilt Challenge album. You may comment and ask questions directly on the photo. Of course, you can always share photos within Facebook, too. You do NOT need to have a Facebook account to enter the challenge. By emailing your photo to the address above, you’re acknowledging and consenting to having the image shared in public online social media venues. Subscribe or “LIKE” the Quilt Show Facebook page to see all the new mini quilt images as they are added. View entries in the photo album here.

Over $2,000 in prize packages! Thank you to our Generous Sponsors.

 

 

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2025 Great Wisconsin Quilt Show Modern Mini Quilt Challenge Complete Prize Winners Announced:

1st Place: Primaveral by artist Rachelle Craig, Wis. 2nd Place: Surrounded by Artist Nancy Powell, Ill. 3rd Place: Why Can’t All Plants be Purple by Artist Sarah Schreiner, CO. 4th Place: Tuesday Evening Recitals at Meadowood by Artist Marty Swank, IN. 5th Place: Unicorn by Aritst Susan Braverman, TX. 6th Place: The Rogue One by Artist Erin Huebschman, Wis. 7th Place: Pastille by Artist Jayne Willis, TN. 8th Place: Playtime by Artist Stephanie Bracelin, IA. 9th Place: The City and Grief by Artist Wade Wheatley, Ill.  10th Place: Partial Eclipse by Artist Elizabeth Rea, TN. 11th Place: Spin the Dial II by Artist Karla Miley, Ill. 12th Place: Parking Lot by Artist Debbie Derr-Weaver, Ill.  Congratulations to the winners and thank you to the Sponsors! 

View the Entire Gallery of Quilts

Photos  hosted by PBS Wisconsin on the public Quilt Show Facebook Page in the 2024 Quilt Show Modern Mini Quilt Challenge album. You may comment and ask questions directly on the photo. Of course, you can always share photos within Facebook, too. You do NOT need to have a Facebook account to enter the challenge. By emailing your photo to the address above, you’re acknowledging and consenting to having the image shared in public online social media venues. Subscribe or “LIKE” the Quilt Show Facebook page to see all the new mini quilt images as they are added. View entries in the photo album here.

Join us at The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show in Madison Wis., September 4-6, 2025!

Happy Quilting!

Team Nancy Zieman & The Stitch it! Sisters

Nancy Zieman Productions. LLC.

 

 

 

 

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Patriotic Table Topper Sewing Tutorial

Watch  Stitch it! Sisters Stitch it! In Minutes Jelly Roll Table Mat Sewing Tutorial Video with hosts Deanna Springer and Dana Casey from Team NZP! Learn how to sew our festive Jelly Roll Table Mats with 2-1/2″ Precut Fabric Strips, Pellon’s 2-1/2″ Pre-Cut Cotton Batting Strips, Clover’s NEW! Fabric Tube Maker, and our easy sewing tutorial, below! Plus

 

Watch Stitch it! Sisters Stitch it! In Minutes Jelly Roll Table Mat Sewing Video

Learn how to sew a Jelly Roll Table Mat with our easy sewing tips! Make a festive Jelly Roll Table Mat in an afternoon of sewing and instantly update your decor!

Stitch it! In Minutes Jelly Roll Table Mat Supply Listing

Clover’s Fabric Tube Maker Four Coordinating Fat Quarters and assortment of darks, mediums, and lights: One for inner circle, one for under circle, and three for surrounding strips, or 2-1/2″ Precut Fabric Strips Pack Pellon’s 2-1/2″ Precut Cotton Batting Strips, and two 7″ square cotton batting scraps Clover’s Stiletto Awl Clover’s Wonder Clips Clover’s 5-in-1 Sliding Gauge Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner Fabric Marking Pen Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors Rotary Cutter, mat, and ruler Iron & June Tailor’s Cut ‘n Press II Open Toe Presser Foot Optional: Edge Joining Presser FootStandard Sewing Thread Schmetz Size 90 Jeans/Denim Needle Optional: 45mm Rotary Cutter Pinking Blade  Stitch it! In Minutes Jelly Roll Table Mat Sewing Tutorial

Approximate finished size: 18″ Diameter

Create the Inner Circle

 Using Clover’s 5-in-1 Sliding Gauge, or a salad bowl, trace a 6″ circle on “inner circle” fabric.

Cut one 6″ circle from “inner circle” fat quarter.Cut one 6″ circle from “under circle” fat quarter.Cut two 6″ circles from scrap cotton batting.

Fold “under fabric circle” right sides together, meeting edges. Using  Bordeaux Scissors , cut a 2-1/2″ slit opening near center circle.

Place fabric circles right sides together. Stack and place both batting circles to wrong side of outer fabric circle. Wonder Clip layers together.

Using 1/4″ seam allowance, stitch around entire outer circle. Backstitch at beginning and ending of seam.

Press.

Trim away batting layers seam allowances.

Notch seam allowance, or trim seam allowance using pinking shears, or 45mm rotary cutter with pinking blade.

Turn circle right side out through opening, and use  Point 2 Point Turner  to smooth edges while turning.

Press. Set aside.

Create Outer Strips

Cut seven 2-1/2″ crosswise fabric strips from each of three fat quarters: Cut seven red strips, seven white strips, and seven blue strips. Cut a total of twenty-one strips – each measuring approximately 2-1/2″ x 21″.

 

If using 2-1/2″ Precut Fabric Strips, select Four Coordinating fabric strips each assorted darks, mediums, and lights! This will give you table topper with an approximate finished size: 20″ Diameter.

Place crosswise fabric strips right sides together, offsetting short ends, and stitch diagonally between right angles.

Seam fabric strips together with diagonal seams, stitching all twenty-one strips in to one continuous strip. Press seams flat, then press seams open.

Trim away excess seam allowance.

Cut batting strip narrow end at a 45° angle. Fold narrow fabric strip end, wrong sides together, at a 45° angle. Press.

Place 2-1/2″ batting strip to wrong side of fabric strip. Place batting strip about 3″ in from fabric fold.

Fold long strip edges towards center of batting strip.

Fold again, meeting long edges wrong sides together. Wonder Clip layers together.

 

Fold fabric strips, meeting long edges and Wonder Clip layers together – along the entire continuous fabric strip. Or, if you have just a few Wonder Clips, fold layers – and clip as you sew. 

 

Set Sewing machine for a 3.0 straight stitch, attach an Open Toe Presser Foot , insert a new Schmetz Size 90 Jeans/Denim Needle, and edgestitch along long open edge.

 

Complete sewing continuous fabric strip by cutting narrow end at a 45° angle. Cut batting strip end at  45° angle, and 1″ shorter than fabric. Fold fabric strip end up, wrong sides together.Continue stitching to end of strip and stop with needle down. Lift presser foot, pivot, and stitch across short end of fabric.

Tuck folded end of fabric strip under center circle. Note: The stitching line on the fabric strip will be located to the right.

Set sewing machine for a wide zigzag stitch, and stitch fabric strip to inner circle. After stitching about an inch, gradually reveal entire width of strip and continue stitching – meeting circle edge to edge of fabric strip. Zig in one fabric and zag in the other, while “kissing” fabric edges together.

Continue stitching, turning inner circle counter clockwise as you stitch.

 

  An Edge Joining Presser Foot also works great when seaming fabric strips to center circle of Table Topper. 

At about 4″ from the end, tuck folded end of fabric strip under table topper, and continue stitching to end of strip. Backstitch.

 Steam and press finished Table Topper.

Insert a 1″ x 3″ strip of fusible interfacing into under circle opening, fusible side up. Press and fuse opening closed. And/or cover opening with an applique design.

Our Jelly Roll Table Mat sewing project is so fun to sew! We’ve designed our Jelly Roll Table Mat so you may sew two table toppers from eight fat quarters and one roll Pellon’s 2-1/2″ Precut Cotton Batting Strips! 

Watch Stitch it! Sisters – Stitch it! In Minutes Jelly Roll Table Mat Video

Stitch it! In Minutes Jelly Roll Table Mat Supply Listing Clover’s Fabric Tube Maker, or Jerry’s Jelly Roll Jig Four Coordinating Fat Quarters and assortment of darks, mediums, and lights: One for inner circle, one for under circle, and three for surrounding strips, or 2-1/2″ Precut Fabric Strips Pack Pellon’s 2-1/2″ Precut Cotton Batting Strips, and two 7″ square cotton batting scraps Clover’s Stiletto Awl Clover’s Wonder Clips Clover’s 5-in-1 Sliding Gauge Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner Fabric Marking Pen Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors Rotary Cutter, mat, and ruler Iron & June Tailor’s Cut ‘n Press II Open Toe Presser Foot Optional: Edge Joining Presser FootStandard Sewing Thread Schmetz Size 90 Jeans/Denim Needle Optional: 45mm Rotary Cutter Pinking Blade Related Blog Posts

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch a set of Patriotic Reversible Palette Coasters! This red, white, and blue sewing project is stitched with 5″ fabric squares, our FREE! Applique Printable, and our easy sewing tutorial, below! Plus SAVE 20% Off Patriotic Fabrics at ShopNZP.com.

Celebrate Summer Sewing Related Posts

 

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch our Folded Hot Pads! This red, white, and blue sewing project is stitched with four fat quarters and Pellon’s Insul-Fleece Batting. Make our Folded Hot Pad in 30 Minutes with our super-easy step-by step sewing instructions!

Patriotic Folded Hot Pad Supply ListingFour coordinating cotton quilting fabrics Fat Quarters. Note: Four Fat Quarters makes two Hot Pads!1/4 yd. Pellon® Insul-Fleece Batting Quilter’s Starch Savvy Clover’s Wonder Clips Schmetz Size 90 Jeans/Denim Needle Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors Rotary Cutter, mat, and ruler Iron Standard Sewing ThreadOptional: Walking FootOptional: The Big Jig

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch our Patriotic Table Topper! This red, white, and blue table topper is created with 2-1/2″ Fabric Strips and Pellon’s convenient 2-1/2″ Precut Cotton Batting Strips! The sewing is fun and the finished table topper provides a festive table centerpiece.

Patriotic Table Topper Supply Listing

Four Coordinating Fat Quarters: One for inner circle, one for under circle, and three for surrounding strips. Pellon’s 2-1/2″ Precut Cotton Batting Strips Clover’s Wonder Clips Clover’s 5-in-1 Sliding Gauge Clover’s Point 2 Point Turner Fabric Marking Pen Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors Rotary Cutter, mat, and ruler Iron & June Tailor’s Cut ‘n Press II Open Toe Presser Foot Optional: Edge Joining Presser FootStandard Sewing Thread Schmetz Size 90 Jeans/Denim Needle

 

Celebrate Summer Sewing and stitch our patriotic Wrap-N-Zap Baked Potato Zapper & Veggie Steamer Bag! Sew this super-quick sewing project with Pellon’s Wrap-N-Zap Batting and two fun fat quarters!

Wrap-N-Zap Baked Potato Zapper and Veggie Steamer Bag Sewing Supply Listing

Outer Fabric – 100% Cotton – One Fat QuarterLining fabric – 100% Cotton – One Fat Quarter Pellon WZ-45 Wrap-N-Zap 1 package 100% Cotton Batting (45″ x 36″) 100% Cotton Sewing Thread

Shop Patriotic Fabrics at ShopNZP.com

VISIT

The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop at 120 Front Street in Downtown Beaver Dam, WI 53916

920-356-9546 phone

info@ziemanproductions.com
NancyZiemanSewingStudio.com

Store Hours • Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

PARKING AVAILABLE BEHIND STORE

 

Happy Stitching!

Team Nancy Zieman & The Stitch it! Sisters

Nancy Zieman Productions. LLC.

 

 

 

 

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S!S 213 Sew A Celebration Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner Sewing Tutorial

Sew A Celebration with our Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner and our easy sewing tutorial by the Stitch it! Sisters! Our Patriotic Table Runner goes together in a couple evenings of sewing and features twenty-eight 4″ quarter-square triangle quilt blocks. Plus shop patriotic fabrics and more at ShopNZP.com.

Watch Stitch it! Sisters Program 213 Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner

Watch Stitch it! Sisters Program 213, Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner Tutorial Video with hosts Deanna Springer and Dana Casey from Team NZP! In this video, the Stitch it! Sisters share Nancy Zieman’s tried and true methods for creating triangle blocks – without ever cutting a triangle!

 

Then, head over to ShopNZP.com and purchase our Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner Bundle Box that includes the Land of Liberty Fabric Fat Quarter Bundle by My Mind’s Eye For Riley Blake Deigns, 3/4 yd. top and binding fabric, 3/4 yd. backing fabric and Pellon® Fleece Batting, and exclusive NEW! Sew a Celebration Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner Sewing Pattern by Team NZP – with step-by-step instructions and color photos/ illustrations. Includes everything you’ll need to make one Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner! You’ll supply the thread.

 

Watch Stitch it! Sisters Program 213 Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner

Watch Stitch it! Sisters Program 213, Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner Tutorial Video with hosts Deanna Springer and Dana Casey from Team NZP! Learn how to make our easy Patriotic Table Runner and Celebrate Summer Sewing!

Stitch it! Sisters Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner Sewing Tutorial

by the  Stitch it! Sisters

Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner Sewing  Tutorial Supplies

Exclusive Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner Bundle Box by the Stitch it! Sisters

No-Hassle Triangle Ruler by Team NZP
Clover’s No-Hassle Triangle Gauge by Nancy Zieman
Clover’s Heart Shape Pins and Heart-Shaped Magnetic Pin Caddy
Clover’s Fabric Marking Pen or Erasable Gel Pen
Clover’s Fine White Marking Pen
Clover’s Straight Tailor’s Awl/Stiletto
Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors
June Tailor’s Quilter’s Starch Savvy
June Tailor’s Quilt Basting Spray
Iron
Tailor’s Clapper
Cotton Quilting Thread
Schmetz Chrome Quilting Needles, Sz. 75
Schmetz Super Nonstick Needles, Sz. 90
Schmetz Metallic Needles, Sz. 80
Rotary Cutter, and Mat
1/4″ Patchwork Presser Foot
Open Toe Presser Foot
Edge Joining Presser Foot
Optional: Metallic Nylon Thread
Optional: Clover’s Wonder Pins

 

 

Easily make half-square triangle blocks using the No-Hassle Triangles Ruler. There’s no hassle and no need to cut a single triangle! The measurements are printed on the No-Hassle Triangles Ruler – designed by Team NZP.

 

Mark block sets using Clover’s No-Hassle Triangles Gauge and fabric marking pen. The left side of the gauge is designated to create 1/2-square triangle blocks. Depress button on sliding portion of the gauge and move to size of the desired 1/2-square triangle.

 

 

Prepare your fabrics! Pre-shrink fabrics by steaming and pressing. Then, stabilize fabrics for the sewing process by pressing and starching fabrics with Quilter’s Starch Savvy.

Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner

Approximate finished size: 24″ W x 40″ L

Cut Fabrics and Supplies

 

Prior to cutting center front and backing fabric rectangles, first measure your completed Block Rows. If your Block Rows are different measurements – adjust your center rectangle measurements accordingly.

Cut one 16-1/2″ x 32-1/2″ rectangle from dark coordinating fabric for table runner center.

Cut fabric backing rectangle approximately 26″ x 42″ (or larger).

Cut fleece batting rectangle approximately 26″ x 42″ (or larger).

 

Pair light/medium fat quarters with dark fat quarters making assorted sets.
Place fat quarter sets right sides together. Press.

Using the No-Hassle Triangle Ruler , rotary cutter and mat, cut one 5-1/4″ crosswise fabric strip from each of the fat quarter sets.

From each of the crosswise fabric strips, subcut one or more 5-1/4″ square sets. Set aside.

 

Subcutting strips into squares is also known as creating block sets. This table runner requires only 14 block sets!

Team NZP selected the following block set combinations:

Subcut four 5-1/4″ squares, for corner block sets, and layout in columns as show below.Pair left column square with right column square, to create corner block sets.

Subcut eight 5-1/4″ squares, for “Four Block” row sets, and layout in columns as shown below.
Pair each left column square with right column square, to create block sets.

Subcut sixteen 5-1/4″ squares, for “Ten Block” row sets, and layout in columns as shown below.
Pair each left column square with right column square, to create block sets.

Create Half-Square Triangle (HSTs) Quilt Blocks for Outer Borders

Align one light/medium 5-1/4″ square with one dark 5-1/4″ square, right sides together, as shown above.

Set Clover’s No-Hassle Triangles Gauge at the 4-1/2″ quarter-square setting, and place on block set – matching corner marks of gauge with corners of block sets.Mark fabric through center die cut openings, with a fabric marking pen. Optional: Pin.

Repeat steps above and mark remaining block sets.

Stitch Blocks

Attach 1/4″ Patchwork Presser Foot to machine.Insert new Schmetz Chrome Quilting Needle, Sz. 75 .Set machine for a straight stitch with a 2.0–2.5 mm stitch length.Align 1/4″ presser foot along one side of center marked line. Stitch. Do not cut the threads.

“Kiss” the next block set to the stitched block, and chain stitch from one block to the next block.

 

 

Use Clover’s Stilletto/Awl to assist with guiding blocks under presser foot.

Rotate blocks 180 degrees, and stitch along the second side of center marked lines.

Continue chain stitching until all block sets are stitched.Clip threads between chain stitched blocks with scissors .

 

Using rotary cutter, ruler, and mat , cut blocks apart along center marked lines.

Press seams flat, then press seams to the dark side of the half-square blocks. Use a Tailor’s Clapper to flatten and set seams!

Each block set makes two half-square triangles!

Repeat steps above and create twenty-eight half-square blocks:

Four Corner block sets.

Eight “Four Block” row sets.

Sixteen “Ten Block” row sets.

Create Quarter-Square Triangle Blocks (QSTs)

Align two half-square triangle blocks, right sides together, aligning opposing colors and centers.

Set Clover’s No-Hassle Triangles Gauge , at 4-1/2″ half-square setting, and place on block set – matching corner marks of gauge with corners of block sets.Mark fabric through center die cut openings, with a fabric marking pen .

Repeat steps above and mark remaining block sets. Optional: Pin .

Stitch Blocks

Align 1/4″ presser foot along one side of center marked line. Stitch. Do not cut the threads.“Kiss” the next block set to the stitched block, and chain stitch from one block to the next block.

 

Use Clover’s Stilletto/Awl to assist with guiding blocks under presser foot.

Rotate blocks 180 degrees, and stitch along the second side of center marked lines.Continue chain stitching until all block sets are stitched. Clip threads between chain stitched blocks.

Cut blocks apart along center marked lines.

Press seams flat, then press seams to one side. Use a Tailor’s Clapper to flatten and set seams!

Repeat steps above with remaining block sets.Each block set makes two quarter-square triangles!

Create Outer Border Block Rows

Create two “Ten Block” rows. Approximate finished size: 4-1/2″x 40-1/2″.Layout quarter-square triangle block rows as shown, rotating blocks as necessary. Note: Each “Ten Block” row begins and ends with a corner block.

Stitch Block Pairs

Place two blocks right sides together. Pin. Stitch with a scant 1/4″ seam allowance.Continue placing block pairs right sides together, chainstitching from one block set to the next. Clipping threads between block pairs.Press seams flat, then press seams open.

Place block pairs, right sides together. Pin.Continue placing block pairs right sides together, chainstitching from one block set to the next. Clipping threads between block sets.Press seams flat, then press seams open.

Place block sets, right sides together. Pin. Stitch.Place remaining block pair to row end, with right sides together. Pin. Stitch.Press seams flat, then press seams open.

Repeat steps above and create second “Ten Block” row. Set aside.

 

Create two “Four Block” rows. Approximate finished size: 4-1/2″ x 16-1/2″.Layout quarter-square triangle blocks as shown, rotating blocks as necessary.

Place two blocks right sides together. Pin. Stitch.Chainstitch from one block set to the next. Clip threads between block pairs.Press seams flat, then press seams open.

Place block pairs right sides together. Pin. Stitch.Press seams flat, then press seams open.

Repeat steps above and create second “Four Block” row.

 

Arrange completed “Four Block” and “Ten Block” outer border block rows as shown.

Assemble and Finish Table Runner

 

Prior to cutting center front and backing fabric rectangles, first measure your completed Block Rows. If your Block Rows are different measurements – adjust your center rectangle measurements accordingly.

Double check center rectangle width measurement by measuring the width of your “Four Block” rows.

Double check center rectangle length by finding the measurement between the first and last seam of your “Ten Block” rows – then add 1/2″ for seam allowances.

Adjust your center rectangle measurements as needed.Cut one 16-1/2″ W x 32-1/2″ L rectangle for table runner center.

Place one “Four Block” row to one short end of center rectangle, with right sides together. Pin. Stitch.

Place remaining “Four Block” row, to remaining short end of center rectangle, with right sides together. Pin. Stitch.

Press seams flat, then press seams towards center table runner. Use a Tailor’s Clapper to flatten and set seams!Place one “Ten Block” row to one long edge of table runner assembly, with right sides together. Pin. Stitch.

Place remaining “Ten Block” row to remaining long edge of table runner assembly, with right sides together. Pin. Stitch.Press seams flat, then towards center of table runner.

Cut Backing and Batting

Cut fabric backing and quilt batting rectangles approximately 27″ W x 42″ L ea. (or larger).

Layer quilt backing (wrong side up), the Pellon Fleece Batting , and the table runner quilt top (right side up) – to create a quilt sandwich.Optional: Spray-baste quilt layers with June Tailor’s Quilt Basting Spray or, pin–baste layers together with Clover’s Wonder Pins !Quilt Layers using your favorite quilting techniques.
Finish quilt, using your favorite binding technique. Find Nancy Zieman’s favorite binding method at the Nancy Zieman Productions Blog: http://www.nancyzieman.com/blog/quilting-2/how-to-bind-quilts/

Embellish your Table Runner with Star Quilting!

Download and print Team NZP’s FREE! All Star Stitching Guide Printable PDF!

 

 

Optional: Trace All Star Stitching Guides on to Templar Heat Resistant Template Material for repeated uses!

Trace and cut out All Star Stitching Guides in three sizes.Arrange All Star Stitching Guides, as desired, on quilt top.Trace around edges of All Star Stitching Guides with Clover’s Fine White Marking Pen .Thread sewing machine with Metallic Nylon Thread , insert a Schmetz Metallic Needle, Sz. 80 , and set machine for a 3.0 mm stitch length.Stitch on marked lines, using Open Toe Presser Foot .

Using an Edge Joining Presser Foot , “stich in the ditch” – where the block rows meet the center rectangle.

Your Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangle Table Runner is complete!

And/Or, embellish your Patriotic Table Runner with Appliqués ! Bonus download our FREE! Americana Appliqués Printable PDF!

Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner Sewing  Tutorial Supplies

Exclusive Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner Bundle Box by the Stitch it! Sisters

No-Hassle Triangle Ruler by Team NZP
Clover’s No-Hassle Triangle Gauge by Nancy Zieman
Clover’s Heart Shape Pins and Heart-Shaped Magnetic Pin Caddy
Clover’s Fabric Marking Pen or Erasable Gel Pen
Clover’s Fine White Marking Pen
Clover’s Straight Tailor’s Awl/Stiletto
Clover’s Bordeaux Scissors
June Tailor’s Quilter’s Starch Savvy
June Tailor’s Quilt Basting Spray
Iron
Tailor’s Clapper
Cotton Quilting Thread
Schmetz Chrome Quilting Needles, Sz. 75
Schmetz Super Nonstick Needles, Sz. 90
Schmetz Metallic Needles, Sz. 80
Rotary Cutter, and Mat
1/4″ Patchwork Presser Foot
Open Toe Presser Foot
Edge Joining Presser Foot
Optional: Metallic Nylon Thread
Optional: Clover’s Wonder Pins

Then, head over to ShopNZP.com and purchase our Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner Bundle Box that includes the Land of Liberty Fabric Fat Quarter Bundle by My Mind’s Eye For Riley Blake Deigns, 3/4 yd. top and binding fabric, 3/4 yd. backing fabric and Pellon® Fleece Batting, and exclusive NEW! Sew a Celebration Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner Sewing Pattern by Team NZP – with step-by-step instructions and color photos/ illustrations. Includes everything you’ll need to make one Patriotic Quarter-Square Triangles Table Runner! You’ll supply the thread.

Shop Patriotic Fabrics at ShopNZP.com

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Happy Memorial Day! We’re celebrating with FREE! SHIPPING and with the NEW! Patch Abilities Appliqué Quilt Wall Hanging Patterns & Hardware Now Available at ShopNZP.com! Patch Abilities Appliqué Quilt Wall Hangings are “Mini quilt projects that invite beginners (and seasoned sewists) into the “soul-satisfying hobby of quilting. Keepin’ em simple enough to finish in just 1 day.” Julie Wurzer, designer Patch Abilities.

 

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NEW! Patch Abilities Nibblers Series Wall Hanging Pattern and Button Pack Set–Summer Months Now Available at ShopNZP.com!

Sometimes you need just a nibble! Summer Nibblers includes three fridge-worthy yummy designs for the Summer months. These projects go together very fast, so you can hang them on your fridge or wherever a reminder to just nibble is desired. Super beginner-friendly pattern uses traditional raw edge applique with fusible web.

Pattern includes:
• Step-by-step instructions, beginner friendly, leaving no step unexplained
• Paper templates you’ll love – bold, labeled, ready, and easy to trace anywhere
• Project layout guide – in color, numbered shapes aid with placement
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• Great Basic Tips for the basic skills required to make the project
• Hand embroidery stitch instructions with diagrams
• Paper templates for personal cutting machines – non-labeled, non-reversed, ready to scan and cut

 

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Nancy Zieman’s Top Ten Knit Sewing Tips!

Wherever you’re going, knit garments will take you there in comfort and style! Sew one or more knit garment pieces – that are perfect for layering. And sewing knits is easy and enjoyable with Nancy Zieman’s Top Ten Knit Sewing Tips, below! Plus SAVE 40% Off Crepe Fabrics by the Yard and McCall’s Knit Sewing Patterns at ShopNZP.com!

 

Nancy Zieman’s Top 10 Knit Sewing Tips!

Nancy Zieman Knit Sewing Tip #1: 

Choose a pattern suitable for knit fabrics, with few seams – letting the drape of the fabric be the star. Choose a pattern such as our Knit Wardrobe Pattern M7331 by Team NZP Available at Nancy Zieman Productions ShopNZP.com for The McCall Pattern Company.

Sew a loose-fitting, unlined knit jacket with self-lined/self-fabric front. Or sew a pullover top with stitched hem – with just three easy pattern pieces. Stitch a stylish skirt with elasticized upper edge self-lined yoke band with 1″ Knit Elastic . Or make tapered cuffed pants for comfort – all day long!

Ponte Knits with 5% Spandex available at Nancy Zieman Productions at ShopNZP.com

 

Nancy Zieman Knit Sewing Tip #2:

Select quality knit fabrics with at least 25% crosswise stretch and 5% spandex – for durability and sag-free comfort while wearing. Our Ponte Knit Fabrics are the ideal fabrics for sewing dresses, tunics, pants, skirts, and jackets! 

 Refer to pattern envelope back – for sizing and fabric yardage.

Nancy Zieman Knit Sewing Tip #3:

Use the guide sheet, included with the pattern to layout pattern tissue pieces. With a pencil and  yard stick, extend the grainline the entire length of the patter piece. Pin pattern pieces to fabric, or use pattern weights, heavy washers, or can goods to hold pattern tissue pieces in place.

Nancy Zieman Knit Sewing Tip #4:
Before cutting, double-check all pattern pieces are in place. Instead of using a scissors, use a 28mm or 45mm Rotary Cutter, Mat and Ruler. A 28mm Rotary Cutter easily cuts curves – such as sleeve caps and armscyes. Before removing the pattern tissue pieces, transfer markings to wrong side of fabric with Chacoliner or Marking Pen. Because knit fabrics look similar on the right and wrong side, place a piece of painters tape on the fabric wrong side – on each of the cut pattern pieces.

 

Nancy Zieman Knit Sewing Tip #5:

Stabilize garment back: Cut Multiple 1/2″ or 3/4″ bias strips of Pellon Easy-Knit Interfacing . Prior to stitching, fuse interfacing strips to the wrong side of garment back – at top neckline and along shoulders and neckline.

Nancy Zieman Knit Sewing Tip #6:

Select a sewing machine needle designed for sewing knits – such as Schmetz Chrome Jersey/Ball Point Sewing Machine Needles.

 

Nancy Zieman Knit Sewing Tip #7:

Choose a seam option: Use a sewing machine or serger for knit garment construction.

Serger: Choose a 4-thread overlock stitch. Now’s the time to use that serger!

Sewing Machine: Set sewing machine for a wobble-stitch: Choose a slight zigzag (2.0-2.5 length and .5 width). On the garment outside, this stitch will give the appearance of a straight stitch, while providing a slight amount of stretch to the seam.

Nancy Zieman Knit Sewing Tip #8:

Include a length of clear elastic within the stitching of the shoulder seams, to provide extra seam stability. On garment front shoulder seam, serge or wobble-stitch the seam, stitching over the clear elastic. The shoulder seams will stretch when needed without stretching out of shape or popping stitches. This tip works on shoulder seams of any length.

 

Nancy Zieman Knit Sewing Tip #9:

Press seams flat, then press open – or to one side. Pressing the stitches flat makes it much easier to press the seams open, or to one side. To Prevent seam edges from making an imprint on the fabric right side, press seams over a Seam Stick.

Nancy Zieman Knit Sewing Tip #10:

Many knit garment sewing patterns don’t have facings to finish the edges – and one fabric layer is all that’s used. Finish single-layer garment edges with a double fold or single fold, and topstitch!Fold and press under a double 1/4-inch and straight stitch, wobble stitch or single needle coverstitch. For a jacket, stitch one center-front edge (center-front jacket seam in this example) and then stitch the hemline. Before stitching the hemline’s double fold, place a scrap of fabric under the presser foot, stitch from this “anchor cloth” scrap onto the garment fabric, then onto a second anchor cloth. The anchors allow you to easily sew thicker areas at the corner – with even stitches. Clip off the anchor cloth when finished.

 

The McCall Pattern Company and Team Nancy Zieman are delighted to bring you The Nancy Zieman Productions TM Collection of sewing patterns designed for those of us who love to sew and have limited sewing time.

We’re designing patterns to be sewn with Nancy Zieman’s innovative sewing techniques. Within each of our McCall’s patterns, we give you construction tips and specific hints how sewing notions can be used to save time. You’ll find that in a matter of hours you can sew fashion garments and make your daily style pop.

We hope you’ll give sewing knits a try with Nancy Zieman’s Top 10 Knit Sewing Tips! Visit shopnzp.com for innovative knit sewing fabrics, notions, and McCall Patterns designed by Nancy Zieman Productions!

Knit Wardrobe Pattern M7331 by Nancy Zieman for The McCall Pattern Company Ponte Knit Fabrics Schmetz Chrome Jersey/Ball Point Sewing Machine Needles
Schmetz Stretch Double Needle for hemming 1″ Knit Elastic
3/8″ Clear Elastic Pellon Easy-Knit Interfacing Seam Stick

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McCalls M7893 Wrap Dress Pattern by Team NZP! Available now for spring fashion sewing! The McCall Pattern Company and Team Nancy Zieman are delighted to bring you The Nancy Zieman Productions™ Collection of sewing patterns designed for those of us who love to sew and have limited sewing time. Stretch Jersey Knit Fabric is great for making dresses, scarves, tunics, tops, lounge-wear, yoga pants, pull-on pants & shorts, and leggings … and even pillows! Lightweight stretch cotton jersey knit fabric features a smooth hand and about a 50% four way stretch — for added comfort and ease.

 

 

 

 

Ponte Knits with 5% Spandex available at Nancy Zieman Productions at ShopNZP.com

 

VISIT

The Nancy Zieman Sewing Studio & Quilt Shop at 120 Front Street in Downtown Beaver Dam, WI 53916

920-356-9546 phone

info@ziemanproductions.com
NancyZiemanSewingStudio.com

Store Hours • Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

PARKING AVAILABLE BEHIND STORE

 

Happy Stitching!

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Nancy Zieman Productions. LLC.

 

 

 

 

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