Making DIY planters for my newly acquired air plants using $1 items from the Dollar Tree store. Air plants (Tillandsia) are easy to care for, low maintenance greenery that doesn't need soil and can be grown indoors. In total, I spent about $6 to make three DIY display planters using a sea shell, martini glass, small glass bowl, and pebbles / river rocks. Recently, a friend and I checked out a fall festival at Tropiflora in Sarasota, FL - a lovely HUGE local nursery and shop that sells Bromeliads, Tillandsias, and succulents. https://tropiflora.com/ Subscribe to the Sewing Report if you want to join in and learn! https://goo.gl/WxA2s4 DISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links for several different programs. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. FABRIC WHOLESALE DIRECT REFERRAL CODE: https://goo.gl/PdcuNr EBATES - earn cash back for shopping at over 2,500 stores! https://www.rakuten.com/r/JLSTEF4?eeid=28187 MY SEWING MACHINES: EverSewn - Sparrow 25 -197 Stitch Computerized Sewing Machine http://amzn.to/2gh8iDh http://amzn.to/2itYeto (comes w/accessories!) Eversewn 6-pc Accessory Quilting Foot Kit Low Shank http://amzn.to/2npBQ3n Thank you to EverSewn for providing Sewing Report the Sparrow 25 used in our videos! Brother PE800 Embroidery Machine https://amzn.to/2WrssjE Brother 1034D Serger - http://amzn.to/1FNpsxo Janome MemoryCraft 7700 Sewing Machine NEED CUSTOM BUSINESS CARDS, STICKERS, PAPER PRODUCTS? https://refer.moo.com/s/sewingreport You'll love MOO! They've awesome print products and cool design finishes. Get 20% off your first order! WHAT I DO WHEN I'M NOT SEWING... JEN TALKS FOREVER CHANNEL https://goo.gl/EkWQP2 Comprehensive sewing resource guide: http://www.sewingreport.com/resources/ Join in on Instagram with #sewingreportsquad! ? Talk to me: @sewingreport TikTok: https://vm.tiktok.com/HmrGKm/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sewingreport Instagram: http://instagram.com/sewingreport Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/SewingReport/ Snapchat: sewingreport SEWING REPORT FILMING GEAR: http://www.sewingreport.com/about-sewing-report/equipment-list/ ABOUT SEWING REPORT: Discover your love of sewing, crafts + DIY projects ? Here you'll find beginner to intermediate sewing tips + tutorials, sewing machine & product reviews / how-to's + documenting my creation process - anything from quilting, sewing clothes, machine embroidery, building dollhouses, home decor, easy art, to paper crafts. WORK WITH ME! https://wp.me/P7ePxp-F See new policy: Free products ≠ guaranteed coverage, companies/brands don't get editorial input on content. All content provided on Sewing Report channel/social media platforms is for informational/entertainment purposes only. The owner of Sewing Repor ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jm0Rrh5eCMU

Ever wonder how to pick out just the right fabrics for sewing and quilting projects? When you're just starting, it can be intimidating. Let's talk about coordinating fabric prints and solids. If you're not yet confident with this ability, you can always buy complete designer collections in convenient sizes such as charm packs (5" squares), jelly rolls (2.5" strips), fat quarters (1/4 of a yard), layer cakes (10" squares), or mini charm packs (2.5" squares). Another route is to go with curated bundles from a variety of local quilt shops or online fabric stores. Here are a few of my favorites: Fat Quarter Shop https://www.fatquartershop.com/?sscid=71k3_fv4y4 Pink Castle Fabrics https://www.pinkcastlefabrics.com/ Stash Fabrics https://www.stashfabrics.com/ Subscribe to the Sewing Report if you want to join in and learn! https://goo.gl/WxA2s4 DISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links for several different programs. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. FABRIC WHOLESALE DIRECT REFERRAL CODE: https://goo.gl/PdcuNr EBATES - earn cash back for shopping at over 2,500 stores! http://ebates.com/r/JLSTEF4 MY SEWING MACHINES: EverSewn - Sparrow 25 -197 Stitch Computerized Sewing Machine http://amzn.to/2gh8iDh http://amzn.to/2itYeto (comes w/accessories!) Eversewn 6-pc Accessory Quilting Foot Kit Low Shank http://amzn.to/2npBQ3n Thank you to EverSewn for providing Sewing Report the Sparrow 25 used in our videos! Brother PE800 Embroidery Machine https://amzn.to/2WrssjE Brother 1034D Serger - http://amzn.to/1FNpsxo Janome MemoryCraft 7700 Sewing Machine NEED CUSTOM BUSINESS CARDS, STICKERS, PAPER PRODUCTS? https://refer.moo.com/s/sewingreport You'll love MOO! They've awesome print products and cool design finishes. Get 20% off your first order! WHAT I DO WHEN I'M NOT SEWING... JEN TALKS FOREVER CHANNEL https://goo.gl/EkWQP2 Comprehensive sewing resource guide: http://www.sewingreport.com/resources/ Join in on Instagram with #sewingreportsquad! ? Talk to me: @sewingreport Snapchat: sewingreport Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sewingreport Instagram: http://instagram.com/sewingreport Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/SewingReport/ SEWING REPORT FILMING GEAR: http://www.sewingreport.com/about-sewing-report/equipment-list/ ABOUT SEWING REPORT: Discover your love of sewing, crafts + DIY projects ? Here you'll find beginner to intermediate sewing tips + tutorials, sewing machine & product reviews / how-to's + documenting my creation process - anything from quilting, sewing clothes, machine embroidery, building dollhouses, home decor, easy art, to paper crafts. WORK WITH ME! https://wp.me/P7ePxp-F See new policy: Free products ≠ guaranteed coverage, companies/brands don't get editorial input ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjnmucDuTK0

I might be the last person on the planet to try out this brand's affordable cutting tools, but better late than never right? SUBSCRIBE FOR WEEKLY VIDEOS! http://bit.ly/2hlQx6x If you enjoyed this video, the best way to support making more like this is to subscribe. You'll be notified about my latest videos - plus it's free! Join in on Instagram with #sewingreportsquad! READ FULL OLFA REVIEW + CONTEST DETAILS: http://wp.me/p7ePxp-jA Here are the products OLFA sent my way: OLFA 12" X 17" Folding Cutting Mat - $49.99 INITIAL IMPRESSION: Love the matte, velvety texture of the mat. Sturdy construction, folds easily, and doesn't slide around. This size is a bit small for cutting yardage, but is perfect for quilt blocks and cutting down strip sets. After using, there were no cut marks or gouges in the mat. Self healing property does appear to work just fine. OLFA DOES make a slightly larger 17" X 24" size that retails for $69.99. OLFA Splash 45mm Rotary Cutter, Emperor Purple - $17.99 INITIAL IMPRESSION: Super fun colors (also comes in aqua), easy to use, includes a safety guard, and not too difficult to change the refill blades. Feels comfortable in the hand, and very lightweight. 45mm Endurance Rotary Blade, Pack Of 1 - $12.99 INITIAL IMPRESSION: While there don't appear to be any differences in actual performance compared to the standard OLFA blade, this one is "an expertly-honed, tungsten steel blade designed to cut twice as long. With the ability to cut up to 1,500 yard of fabric before dulling the innovative blade extends the time between blade changes." I seriously considered trying to test this out, but cutting thousands of times would take waaaayyyy too long so I'll take their word for it! Overall, these products worked on par with other brands in the cutting tool space - but here's one huge reason to consider OLFA over the others. PRICE! Looking around online, I noticed that stores like Jo-Ann's frequently have awesome sales on OLFA products equating to about 50% off. My other rotary cutter is significantly more expensive. OLFA's Splash Rotary Cutter is on average - about $12 on sale. My point being, that if they both function well - Olfa is a fraction of the cost of more expensive varieties. The blade refills also won't break the bank. You can find OLFA products pretty much anywhere, including by shopping directly on the company's website, or at Jo-Ann Fabrics, craft stores and quality quilt shops. http://www.olfa.com/quilt-and-craft/ KARAOKE One other benefit that I should mention. The Splash is perfect for some good old fashioned solo karaoke! (Who hasn't done that, right?) Sometimes I'll seriously just belt out random songs (I mean, REALLY random) at top volume when I'm home alone. So... while this isn't an advertised usage for ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9yS__rK1Zq0

Where do you get sewing inspiration? Often, I'll be out somewhere shopping and checking out the latest styles / fabrics / trends that works its way into my own projects. Also, we gotta talk about Asian dramas... Sewing Yoga Quick Break - thanks to Dr. Jamie for sharing this! https://youtu.be/_KgCsuyMcP4 WHAT I'M WATCHING THIS WEEK... PRINCESS HOURS (Yes, there is sewing in this thing!) https://www.viki.com/tv/72c-princess-hours https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B07MNCJLH2/ref=atv_dl_rdr It's a new era for Sewing Report LIVE! Every Sunday at 7PM ET we'll cover the latest happenings in the sewing / maker world, what I've been working on the past week, then I'll read your comments / answer questions in the live chat, and give some Instagram shout outs. Use #sewingreportsquad for a chance for your posts to be featured here. SUBSCRIBE FOR WEEKLY VIDEOS! https://goo.gl/WxA2s4 If you enjoyed this video, the best way to support making more like this is to subscribe. SEWING REPORT POLICY: Free products ≠ guaranteed coverage, companies/brands don’t get editorial input on content. WHAT I DO WHEN I'M NOT SEWING... JEN TALKS FOREVER CHANNEL https://goo.gl/EkWQP2 DISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links for several different programs. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. FABRIC WHOLESALE DIRECT REFERRAL CODE: https://goo.gl/PdcuNr EBATES - earn cash back for shopping at over 2,500 stores! http://ebates.com/r/JLSTEF4 NEED CUSTOM BUSINESS CARDS, STICKERS, PAPER PRODUCTS? https://refer.moo.com/s/sewingreport You'll love MOO! They've awesome print products and cool design finishes. Get 20% off your first order! Comprehensive sewing resource guide: http://www.sewingreport.com/resources/ ? Talk to me: @sewingreport Snapchat: sewingreport Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sewingreport Instagram: http://instagram.com/sewingreport Twitter: https://twitter.com/sewingreport Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/SewingReport/ SEWING REPORT FILMING GEAR: http://www.sewingreport.com/about-sew... ABOUT SEWING REPORT: Helping you discover your love of sewing, DIY projects, and crafts at sewingreport.com through videos, articles, and tutorials. I'm Jennifer Moore - obsessed with sewing, and want you to be if you're not already. Come on in! YOUTUBE FILMING GEAR: http://www.sewingreport.com/about-sew... WORK WITH ME! https://wp.me/P7ePxp-F See new policy: Free products ≠ guaranteed coverage, companies/brands don't get editorial input on content. ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PNZZJNnp4Jk