Hand to Hand Cowl + Tutorial

Hello everyone! I’m here today to show you how to create a beautiful Hand to Hand Cowl for the fall.

The cold season is upon us, and I must admit it’s not my favorite. I’m a spring and summer lady. The cold weather is not my friend. I find it harder to warm up than to cool down. So, I’m always looking for outerwear to keep me warm. 

Let’s take a look at my Hand to Hand Cowl:

Hand in hand finish product

I just love how this Cowl looks. The best part is how easy it is to make them using just a couple of fat quarters!! Yes, I know, crazy, right!

Let’s talk about this fabric collection:

hand in hand fabric

This collection celebrates common sisterhood. It comes with six patterns and two-panel options. I love the bright, bold multi-color palette that comes with this collection. Hand in hand was created by Amber Kemp-Gerstel of Damask Love. I had the pleasure of meeting Amber years ago at a craft convention in LA. Both of us were heavy in the papercraft world, so it’s nice to see her transition into the fabric world. 

Materials:

Hand in Hand fabric
Sewing Machine
Thread
Cutting Mat
Pins
Sewing Needle
Rotary Cutter

Finished Size:

29.5″ x 16.75″ 

Here’s how to create this Cowl:

Cut out 6 fat quarters from the different fabrics. I used only two prints.

Line the prints on your table into two rows of three of the fat quarters. 

With right sides together, sew the first two fat quarters on the 18″ side with a 1/2 seam allowance.

Sew the third fat quarter in the same manner to the second fat quarter in that row.

hand in hand crowl top row

Repeat for the second row. 

hand in hand bottom row

Now, place the two rows right sides together and stitch down the top of the long side with a 1/2 seam allowance. Repeat on the bottom long side.

Turn the entire piece right side out. Iron.

Now turn the piece back inside out, like your peeling a banana so that the raw edges line up right sides together. 

hand in hand turn back on itself

Pin in place, matching the seams. Leave a 3-inch hole for turning. 

hand in hand pinning

Sew in a circle with a 1/2″ seam allowance.

hand in hand sewing close

I used two pins to remind me to stop sewing here. 

hand in hand sewing

Turn the piece inside out through the 3-inch hole. 

hand in hand turning

Hand stitch the hole closed with coordinating thread. 

Now you’re done!! That was so easy, and it took an hour from start to finish. 

hand in hand finish product

Now it’s your turn!

Supplies Used:

 

hand in hand fabric    Bernina 570QE

 

Thank you so much for stopping by!

Let It Snow, Let It Snow….

Hello everyone!  I’m here with a2z Scrapbooking today.  Our 2nd monthly challenge is currently running till the end of the month.  The theme is Autumn and Christmas.

I’m really excited about this challenge because it has allowed me to really stretch my creativity!!

Today’s card combines my love of card-making and knitting.  I was so excited when I saw this stamp set for the first time.  I knew I wanted to bust out my knitting needles!

Take a look at my card:

Snowman sideview

Isn’t this little snowman the cutest thing you’ve seen!!!  I just love how warm he looks, lol!

Snowman closeup

Here is a close up of the scarf and buttons.  Look at those little arms!!

Snowman

What to know how I created this card.  Come on over to the a2z Scrapbooking blog to read all about it and get detailed instructions.

It’s your turn to play along with the current challenge!  It’s running for the entire month of September.  You still have a chance to win a $25.00 gift card to the a2z Scrapbooking store.

If you would like any of the products that I used on this card please head on over to the a2z Scrapbooking store and use the coupon code KYMONA15 to get 15% off your entire purchase.

Supplies used:

Snowman Die cuts Frosty Wishes Hero Arts Black Ink Soft PoolBubble Confetti Stencil Wendy Veechi Embossing Paste

Supplies use for knitting:

Grey Brown Marl knitting needles

Thanks for stopping by!!

Kymona