Five ways to create a Happy Home
House Beautiful has an ongoing column where guest designers submit ideas that they believe help create a “happy home”. Each designer has differing ideas but there are some tried and true methods that will work in every home. Lighting: Whether…
Christmas Gifts–No-Sew Throws
Speaking of homemade gifts, no-sew fleece throws are quick and easy to make. These cozy blankets can be made in any size you desire and finished with a self-fringe. A child size throw takes only 1 ½ yards of fleece….
Fabric: Five fall favorites #3–chunky knits
Who doesn’t love to pull on a warm, chunky knit sweater when the thermometer takes it’s first dip? It just makes us feel so cozy and comforted. Well that same idea has been introduced into your home decor in the…
Begin Planning those Homemade Christmas Gifts
If you haven’t already begun planning, it is time to think about those homemade Christmas gifts. Many homemade presents are quick and simple to make. Some, like no-sew fleece throws,require no sewing. Others, like small felt bags to hold a…
High point Fall Market 2011 fabric and decor trends
The bi-annual home furnishings market was held last month in High Point, North Carolina and, as usual, attracted thousands of experts in the design field. Trends that were spotted this year include: The color blue in varying shades. In fact,…
Book Review–Sewing Secrets from the Fashion Industry
Sewing Secrets from the Fashion Industry, edited by Susan Huxley is a marvelous, complete manual of tips to make your sewing more professional. I have learned a lot from this book. For example, have you ever wondered why standard patterns…
Home decor: Go BIG or go home
photo by Simon Upton for elle decor This month’s Go BIG or go home features big ottomans like this one from Casamidy that provide plenty of room to put your feet up (or several feet for that matter), serve drinks or…
Sewing Tools–the Awl
Most people think of awls as strictly a woodworking tool, but they can be useful in sewing. An awl can be used to press thick fabric down so that it goes smoothly under the presser foot. Place the awl in…
OFS Goes Mobile! FREE SHIPPING offer!
FREE SHIPPING for mobile purchases! Shop our new mobile site using your Android or iPhone today, Monday, 11/14/11, through Wednesday, 11/16/11, to get FREE SHIPPING! This offer is only valid for purchases made on your iPhone or Android cell phone,…
Home Decor: five fall favorites #2 is beautiful table settings
A beautiful table can certainly set the mood for any meal and is particularly important during these holiday months. First off, do you remember how to set a table? Fork and napkin on the left, knife and spoon on the…