New pattern: 54 Hebrew alephbet letters for sewing and crafts
This week I’m excited to release a new Hebrew alephbet letter pattern collection for sewing and crafting. The pattern collection is in PDF format, and it’s available now for download.
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The Kippah Pattern
In the world of Jewish sewing, certain projects stand out not just for their cultural significance but also for their symbolic beauty. Among these, the kippah, also known as a yarmulke, holds a special place. It’s a symbol of reverence, humility, and connection to something greater than oneself. This original Sew Jewish kippah design has … Continue reading
Introducing Golem Kitchen Helpers fabric
Are you looking for something a bit fun and different in Jewish fabrics? Something steeped in Jewish tradition but kinda quirky? How about a set of golems, those handy creatures from Jewish folklore, reimagined as kitchen helpers—baking challah, mixing up a tasty kugel, and more…
Take a look at this fun option for Judaica, quilting, crafts, and home decor projects. Continue reading
The golem: A timeless symbol from Jewish folklore
Once upon a time, in the mystic alleys of Prague, the legendary Rabbi Judah Loew ben Bezalel sought protection for his people. With ancient wisdom and Kabbalistic incantations, he sculpted a giant from clay and breathed life into it. The golem, a silent sentinel, obeyed its creator’s commands, defending the Jewish community from harm. But … Continue reading
Introducing new ‘Dreamscapes’ fabric
Introducing “Dreamscapes,” a fabric pattern featuring dreamy cloud landscapes on a deep blue night sky. This new design is perfect for quilting, crafts, and home decor. Get ready to lose yourself in Dreamscapes. Continue reading
Slow stitching my way through the holidays
I’ve been indulging in slow stitching this season, specifically hand stitching appliques. I can recommend it to create some relaxing moments for yourself this season. Continue reading
Something Fun: A Doll Size Atarah for a Doll Size Tallit
Making a tallit can give you a great sense of accomplishment, but making a tallit for a doll is downright fun. One of my projects for the year was to release a pattern for a doll size tallit to go with the doll kippah pattern released last year. Alas, I didn’t manage to create … Continue reading
Prettify your autumn with this Vintage Apple Harvest fabric
An original Sew Jewish fabric print to capture the feeling of a vintage apple harvest for your autumn home sewing projects. Continue reading
A free Hanukkah pennant pattern for the Hebrew letter set
A festive pennant banner to brighten your space this Hanukkah and for holiday seasons to come. Make it with the Hebrew alephbet letter pattern set and this free dreidel pennant pattern. Continue reading
Chuppah pole basics and options
Hand-held wedding chuppahs are easy to transport and to set up. Here are some basic considerations for choosing or creating chuppah poles and some pole options. Continue reading
How to add a Hebrew monogram to a tote bag
Kind of *love* this Hebrew monogrammed tote. Here’s how I added an applique monogram to a favorite tote bag, and how you can too. Continue reading
How to machine applique—start, end, corners, and curves
You don’t need a fancy programmable sewing machine to create beautiful machine appliques—Use these techniques for smooth stitching around corners, curves, beginning and ending machine applique stitches. Continue reading
21 Passover-worthy fabrics inspired by the desert from indie designers
If you’re hosting a Passover Seder this year, bring new energy to your table by creating unique table linens with prints designed by indie designers on the custom fabric website Spoonflower. Continue reading
Miriam’s Song Matzah Cover Pattern for Your Passover Seder
This Passover sewing pattern features Miriam, the big sister of Moses, and the women who danced with her to celebrate their exodus from ancient Egypt. It’s a festive matzah cover for your Passover Seder called Miriam’s Song. Continue reading
Easy Way to Start Embroidering with Two Strands of Thread
I recently learned a new technique for starting embroidery, and it’s so much easier and faster than the traditional way I learned that I had to share it. It also provides an easy way to anchor a French knot. Continue reading
New Mini Quilt Pattern: Sew Peace
The first pattern for the new year is a wish for peace, protection, and love. This mini quilt pattern features folk symbols of peace, protection, and love. Continue reading
Jewish Symbols of Healing
I received a question about Jewish symbols of healing, and it seems like a good time for a post on the subject. There are three primary symbols of healing in Judaism: the serpent, the sun, and the palm tree. You won’t typically find these three objects used in Jewish visual art in a way that … Continue reading
All New: SVG Pattern for Cricut to Make Kippah Making Even Easier
I’m pretty excited. I just finished my main goal of the week, and it moves Sew Jewish into a new realm of resources for Jewish sewing. The kippah pattern, which also is available as a printed PDF pattern (as well as being one of the projects in the book) is now available as an SVG … Continue reading
New Pattern: Doll Size Kippah
As I write this, my thoughts are filled with the just-finished festival season and a new collection of holiday memories: a chilly Rosh Hoshanah Tashlich ceremony at Manhattan’s East River, a quiet Yom Kippur, and Sukkot’s scents of etrog and myrtle. Even as I hold on to fresh memories of these autumn festivals, my mind … Continue reading
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