Course Overview
Teacher
I quit my job as a law professor and turned my love of creating into a full-time gig. Living on an organic farm I get to grow food, make quilts and sew clothes while sharing my knowledge and creative passion with my kids and the world. View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 49 min
- Lessons 8
- Attachments 19
- Exercises 23
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29 CQ
8 Lessons in This Course
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7 minFREECrafts lesson 1Free4 CQ
Sewing skills let you hem pants, and repair those old jeans you can’t part with! Learn how to thread a needle, and sew a running stitch and blind hem stitch.
with Crafty GeminiSewing skills let you hem pants, and repair those old jeans you can’t part with! Learn how to thread a needle, and sew a running stitch and blind hem stitch.
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6 minClothes Making lesson 24 CQ
Beginners will love these expert sewing tips from Crafty Gemini, including what cutting tools to use and how to press and cut fabric. Make every cut count!
with Crafty GeminiBeginners will love these expert sewing tips from Crafty Gemini, including what cutting tools to use and how to press and cut fabric. Make every cut count!
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6 minCrafts lesson 34 CQ
Do sewing machines intimidate you? Conquer your fear in this lesson, and learn the essential skills to get started on your sewing journey!
with Crafty GeminiDo sewing machines intimidate you? Conquer your fear in this lesson, and learn the essential skills to get started on your sewing journey!
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5 minCrafts lesson 43 CQ
Need affordable labels for your handmade designs? Learn how to make customized fabric labels in minutes with an ink jet printer and a few household supplies.
with Crafty GeminiNeed affordable labels for your handmade designs? Learn how to make customized fabric labels in minutes with an ink jet printer and a few household supplies.
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5 minClothes Making lesson 53 CQ
Want to add a personal touch to a t-shirt, pillow, or blanket? In this lesson, learn to make an iron-on design using a fusible/raw edge applique technique.
with Crafty GeminiWant to add a personal touch to a t-shirt, pillow, or blanket? In this lesson, learn to make an iron-on design using a fusible/raw edge applique technique.
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2 minCrafts lesson 62 CQ
Learn how to create your own pattern weights using a few simple materials—at a cost of about 40 cents apiece! A great DIY project for the sewing enthusiast.
with Crafty GeminiLearn how to create your own pattern weights using a few simple materials—at a cost of about 40 cents apiece! A great DIY project for the sewing enthusiast.
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8 minCrafts lesson 75 CQ
Looking for a crafty way to spice up personal storage? Add some flair to the packing process by making original drawstring bags!
with Crafty GeminiLooking for a crafty way to spice up personal storage? Add some flair to the packing process by making original drawstring bags!
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7 minCrafts lesson 84 CQ
Looking for a quick and easy DIY sewing project that uses up some of your fabric scraps? Learn how to make a bracelet with a pincushion top and snap closure.
with Crafty GeminiLooking for a quick and easy DIY sewing project that uses up some of your fabric scraps? Learn how to make a bracelet with a pincushion top and snap closure.
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15114 min15-part Crafts course64 CQ
In this series of crafting and sewing lessons, Crafty Gemini exemplifies the phrase “do-it-yourself.” From making your own soap to creating reusable sandwich bags, this course teaches you how to do fun and handy projects around the home. You should know how to use a sewing machine (or be willing to sew by hand) and understand basic sewing techniques. Each lesson includes links to recommended tools and materials, and detailed instructions for your next DIY project!
with Crafty GeminiIn this series of crafting and sewing lessons, Crafty Gemini exemplifies the phrase “do-it-yourself.” From making your own soap to creating reusable sandwich bags, this course teaches you how to do fun and handy projects around the home. You should know how to use a sewing machine (or be willing to sew by hand) and understand basic sewing techniques. Each lesson includes links to recommended tools and materials, and detailed instructions for your next DIY project!
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15113 min15-part Crafts course64 CQ
Have you always wanted to wear your own DIY creations? In this course, Crafty Gemini demonstrates simple sewing and craft techniques to make an assortment of wearable designs with basic supplies.
with Crafty GeminiHave you always wanted to wear your own DIY creations? In this course, Crafty Gemini demonstrates simple sewing and craft techniques to make an assortment of wearable designs with basic supplies.
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18103 min18-part Crafts course61 CQ
Ever wanted to create your own homemade quilt? In this series, Crafty Gemini teaches the straightforward steps to create 12 colorful quilt blocks and putting them all together for stunning results!
with Crafty GeminiEver wanted to create your own homemade quilt? In this series, Crafty Gemini teaches the straightforward steps to create 12 colorful quilt blocks and putting them all together for stunning results!
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21158 min21-part Crafts course91 CQ
In this series, flex your DIY skills to create play mats, pajamas, seasonal gifts, and more for the little ones in your life! All you need is a sewing machine and basic craft and sewing supplies.
with Crafty GeminiIn this series, flex your DIY skills to create play mats, pajamas, seasonal gifts, and more for the little ones in your life! All you need is a sewing machine and basic craft and sewing supplies.
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314 min3-part Crafts course9 CQ
Add some bold, minimalist style to your home with this modern quilt project from Crafty Gemini. Forget the florals: this “Keys Afloat” quilt pattern is simple, colorful, and ultra modern!
with Crafty GeminiAdd some bold, minimalist style to your home with this modern quilt project from Crafty Gemini. Forget the florals: this “Keys Afloat” quilt pattern is simple, colorful, and ultra modern!
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7138 min7-part Clothes Making course73 CQ
Making your own clothes isn’t as difficult as it sounds. Follow along as Mimi G—fashion designer and style blogger—shows you how to put together a cute DIY skirt from start to finish.
with Mimi G StyleMaking your own clothes isn’t as difficult as it sounds. Follow along as Mimi G—fashion designer and style blogger—shows you how to put together a cute DIY skirt from start to finish.
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10119 min10-part Clothes Making course63 CQ
Hate it when you find the perfect dress, but it just doesn't fit? In this comprehensive DIY sewing course, Professor Pincushion shows you how to make your own fitted bodice to complement a homemade skirt. Learn which measurements to take, how to draft the basic bodice block and pattern, and, finally, sew the garment together for a professional look. Your creativity and handiwork will be rewarded with a statement dress.
with Professor PincushionHate it when you find the perfect dress, but it just doesn't fit? In this comprehensive DIY sewing course, Professor Pincushion shows you how to make your own fitted bodice to complement a homemade skirt. Learn which measurements to take, how to draft the basic bodice block and pattern, and, finally, sew the garment together for a professional look. Your creativity and handiwork will be rewarded with a statement dress.
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21172 min21-part Crafts course95 CQ
Appliqué, the process of sewing small fabric pieces onto a background, is an exciting way to explore textiles. In this course, learn about fusible web appliqué and construct a floral hanging quilt.
with Chatterbox QuiltsAppliqué, the process of sewing small fabric pieces onto a background, is an exciting way to explore textiles. In this course, learn about fusible web appliqué and construct a floral hanging quilt.
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19233 min19-part Clothes Making course126 CQ
Discover how to design and sew a perfect little black dress that is customized to your own body's measurements in this pattern drafting and sewing course from Sure Fit Designs.
with Sure Fit DesignsDiscover how to design and sew a perfect little black dress that is customized to your own body's measurements in this pattern drafting and sewing course from Sure Fit Designs.
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653 min6-part Clothes Making course30 CQ
In this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a flattering peplum tunic step-by-step, from drafting the pattern to sewing the tunic into a ready-to-wear piece.
with Izzy MeimsaabIn this sewing course, seamstress Izzy Meimsaab demonstrates how to make a flattering peplum tunic step-by-step, from drafting the pattern to sewing the tunic into a ready-to-wear piece.
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10121 min10-part Crafts course67 CQ
Stamping is a highly versatile and applicable craft—and it’s a bunch of fun, too! In this arts and crafts course, Fabulously Artsy presents expert stamping techniques for awesome custom designs.
with Fabulously ArtsyStamping is a highly versatile and applicable craft—and it’s a bunch of fun, too! In this arts and crafts course, Fabulously Artsy presents expert stamping techniques for awesome custom designs.
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1248 min12-part Crafts course30 CQ
We’re not all florists, but with the help of uBloom’s J Schwanke, you can learn to make beautiful (and easy!) floral arrangements. This fun DIY course teaches how to arrange flower centerpieces and accents using props, ribbons, non-traditional vases, and more. With lessons ranging from rose bouquets, to calla lily arrangements and hydrangeas - you’ll be sure to find a look for any occasion. Throughout the course, you’ll also learn professional tips for helping your flowers stay beautiful longer.
with uBloomWe’re not all florists, but with the help of uBloom’s J Schwanke, you can learn to make beautiful (and easy!) floral arrangements. This fun DIY course teaches how to arrange flower centerpieces and accents using props, ribbons, non-traditional vases, and more. With lessons ranging from rose bouquets, to calla lily arrangements and hydrangeas - you’ll be sure to find a look for any occasion. Throughout the course, you’ll also learn professional tips for helping your flowers stay beautiful longer.
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354 min3-part Crafts course28 CQ
Make a mixed media art greeting card. Learn to paint fabric leaves, transfer a PDF to fused fabric, then arrange and apply the elements, making your own unique card.
with Fiber Designs By AnnMake a mixed media art greeting card. Learn to paint fabric leaves, transfer a PDF to fused fabric, then arrange and apply the elements, making your own unique card.
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659 min6-part Crafts course32 CQ
Combine resin and alcohol inks to make the most amazing 3d art pieces. The class covers all the basics for working with resin and is suitable for complete beginners.
with Deby ColesCombine resin and alcohol inks to make the most amazing 3d art pieces. The class covers all the basics for working with resin and is suitable for complete beginners.
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1371 min13-part Crafts course42 CQ
In this comprehensive course for modelers and model kit hobbyists that want to discover more about paint effects, review the entire model painting and weathering process—from start to finish.
with Video WorkbenchIn this comprehensive course for modelers and model kit hobbyists that want to discover more about paint effects, review the entire model painting and weathering process—from start to finish.