Now that the wedding is over, you need to take care of your dress and decide what to do with it. Do you want to store your gown or give it new life?

Page two of scanned advertisements from Workbasket magazines between 1948 - 1950.

I have a large collection of Workbasket magazines going back to 1946 and enjoy looking through them and glimpsing life in a different generation. I have scanned some advertisements from issues between 1948 - 1950 to give you an idea of what sewing related products were available at the time.

While Valentine's Day is of course intended to be celebrated by couples, I view it also as a day to demonstrate your love of family and friends. Show your love this year by making one (or more!) of the free Valentine themed sewing projects I have found on the web.

This article shares links to free instructions for making Valentine decorations that can be found on the web.

A demonstration showing how to make covered buttons using the tooth-style cover button kit.

Part two of the Towel Topper Tutorial. In this section you will cut out the pattern and sew the fabric to the towel.

In this section, you will learn how to sew the side binding and complete the towel topper.

With a bit of fabric and some towels, you can make hanging towels to match your kitchen's decor.

Sheer fabrics are those that are classified by the fact that they are see-through or transparent. Used in both home decor and apparel, sheer fabrics can add a special look to your projects. Learn more about sheer fabrics and some tips for seaming them in this article.