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Best New Phone Heat Press Review – HTVRONT’s Phone Heat Press is a Game-Changer for DIY and Small Biz!

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📱 Best New Phone Heat Press Review – HTVRONT’s Phone Heat Press is a Game-Changer for DIY and Small Biz!

Are you tired of boring, plain phone cases? Ready to take your crafting or small business to the next level?

Meet the HTVRONT Phone Heat Press, the ultimate tool for transforming ordinary phone cases into stunning custom designs! Whether you’re a DIY enthusiast, a crafter, or an entrepreneur looking to expand your product line, this heat press makes it unbelievably easy to create high-quality, professional-looking phone accessories in minutes.

✨ Watch the magic happen here:

👉 Best New Phone Heat Press Review – See It In Action!

 

🌟 Why the HTVRONT Phone Heat Press is a Must-Have

✅ Fast & Efficient: Save time with quick, even heating that delivers perfect transfers every time.

✅ User-Friendly: Simple controls mean anyone can start pressing right out of the box.

✅ Versatile: Perfect for sublimation phone cases, small flat items, and more.

✅ Professional Results: Impress your customers or friends with vibrant, long-lasting designs.

From personalizing gifts to launching your own custom phone case business, this heat press is a total game-changer.

🎨 Who is This For?

  • Crafters who want to level up their creations.
  • Small businesses ready to offer premium custom products.
  • DIY lovers who crave unique, personalized phone cases.

🛠️ Watch It Work!

I tested this press with a sublimation design, and the results were amazing! See the step-by-step process and finished product in my full review video:

👉 Watch Now on YouTube!

💬 Have questions or want to share your creations? Drop a comment below or join me on YouTube to chat!

Let’s Make the Running with Scissors Bag from Patterns by Annie Using Tula Pink Fabric + Giveaway!

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Let’s Make the Running with Scissors Bag from Patterns by Annie Using Tula Pink Fabric + Giveaway!

Watch the Full Tutorial Here: 💕 Running With Scissors Bag by Annie

In this video, I’ll show you how I made the Running with Scissors bag designed by ByAnnie Patterns (pattern available at byannie.com). This versatile organizer is perfect for all your sewing and crafting tools, and I’m absolutely in love with how it turned out in the gorgeous Tula Pink Moon Forest II Collection fabrics.

✨ GIVEAWAY ALERT!
 To celebrate this project, I’m hosting a special giveaway for my viewers! 🎉

🎁 Giveaway Details:
👉 http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/4967aa3c55/?

Don’t miss your chance to win something special and get inspired to sew your own beautiful organizer.

🪡 Supplies Used:
* Running with Scissors pattern by ByAnnie – byannie.com
* Tula Pink Moon Forest II fabric collection
*  Shop Supply List on Amazon

💬 Have questions or want to share your project? Leave me a comment below – I love hearing from you!

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#ByAnnie #RunningWithScissorsBag #TulaPink #BagMaking #Giveaway #thecraftyauthor

Giveaway Terms and Conditions

Sponsor:
This giveaway is sponsored solely by The Crafty Author, LLC (“Sponsor”). YouTube, Patterns by Annie, and Tula Pink are not affiliated with or responsible for this giveaway in any way.

Eligibility:

Open to legal residents of the United States only.
Entrants must be 18 years of age or older at the time of entry.
Void where prohibited by law.
Entry Period:

The giveaway begins on July 1, 2025 and ends on July 8, 2025. Entries submitted before or after this period will not be eligible.
How to Enter:

No purchase necessary to enter or win.
To enter, follow the instructions provided in the applicable YouTube video description, social media post, or blog post published by The Crafty Author.
Winner Selection:

One (1) winner will be selected at random from all eligible entries received during the entry period.
The winner will be notified via email within 7 days of the end of the giveaway.
The winner must respond within 7 days of notification to claim the prize. Failure to respond within this timeframe will result in disqualification and selection of an alternate winner.
Prize:

One (1) Running with Scissors Bag featuring Tula Pink fabric, handmade by The Crafty Author.
The prize is non-transferable and no cash or other substitution will be made except at Sponsor’s sole discretion.
Affiliation Disclaimer:

This giveaway is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with YouTube, Patterns by Annie, or Tula Pink.
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The Crafty Author, LLC assumes all liability for this giveaway. By participating, entrants agree to release and hold harmless YouTube, Patterns by Annie, Tula Pink, and The Crafty Author, LLC from any and all liability, loss, or damage arising from or in connection with participation in the giveaway or the acceptance, use, or misuse of the prize.
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Participation constitutes the entrant’s full and unconditional agreement to these Terms and Conditions and the Sponsor’s decisions, which are final and binding in all matters related to the giveaway.
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🧵 My New Favorite Quilting Tool Bag!

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🧵 My New Favorite Quilting Tool Bag!

A Must-Have for Every Quilter’s Sewing Room

Hi friends! I’m so excited to share one of my absolute favorite new finds with you—a quilting tool bag that has completely changed how I stay organized while sewing.

Whether you’re quilting at home or heading off to a retreat with your quilting group, this bag makes it easy to keep all your tools in one place. No more hunting for scissors, seam rippers, or rulers—it’s all neatly stored and easy to carry. I’ve tried many bags over the years, and this one is by far the most functional and thoughtfully designed.

In my latest video, I’ll walk you through:

• What I keep inside the bag

• How I organize it for everyday quilting

• Why it’s perfect for travel or retreats

• And why I truly can’t quilt without it anymore!

Grab a cup of tea or coffee and spend a few minutes with me in the sewing room—I think you’ll love this just as much as I do.

✨ Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/ki7cBXMc7Rc?si=8SFbUTIF7quwzuJd

👜 Find the Pattern and Supplies here: https://amzn.to/4lmduTF

Thank you for being part of this amazing community of creative, talented, and inspiring women. Happy quilting!

With love,

Anisa 💕

The Crafty Author

Easy Embroidered Tote Bag: RICOMA EM-1010

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THE CRAFTY AUTHOR: EASY EMBROIDERED TOTE BAG: RICOMA EM-1010

FULL VIDEO TUTORIAL HERE:

Easy Embroidered Tote Bag: RICOMA EM-1010

In this tutorial I show you how to make a beautifully embroidered tote bag using a Kimberbell Tote Bag Blank and the Ricoma EM-1010 ten needle machine. Ricoma is currently having their Labor Day Sale so now is a great time to get this fabulous machine. Items used in this tutorial:

Affiliate links below:

🌸 SHOP RICOMA: * Machine Information and Sales: RICOMA EM-1010 INFORMATION

* Accessories and Supplies: https://shop.ricoma.com/?referral=ani… Use Code ANISA10 for 10% Off on accessories for your machine.

Kimberbell Tote Bag Blank: KIMBERBELL TOTE BAG BLANK

Bicycle Design: By Nino Embroidery BICYCLE EMBROIDERY DESIGN

🌸* Indicates and affiliate link. If you make a purchase through my links, I will make a small commission from the seller. Thank you for your support. All monies go back into the channel to provide more awesome content!

Looking for more content like this? Click the link below.

https://craftyauthor.com/quilted-tote-bag-with-boxed-corners

Thanksgiving Table Runner

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Thanksgiving Table Runner

 

Fabric Needed:

  • 4- 1/2 yards of each color or design you desire
  • 1/2 yard for border
  • 3/8 yard for binding
  • 1 3/4 yard of batting and backing

 

Cutting Instructions:

  • Cut 12- 5 1/2″ squares from each of your fabrics.  When done, you have a total of 48- 5 1/2″ squares.
  • Cut 5- 3 1/2″ strips for your border WOF (Width of Fabric)
  • Cut 5- 2 1/2″ strips WOF for binding

*NOTE- Measurements are based on 1/4″ seam allowance and the seam allowance has been allotted for in this pattern.  

Detailed Tutorial:

 

Quilt Along

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Support Group Quilt Along

Fat Quarter Shop

 

Sneak Peek!!! I am so excited to be participating in @fatquartershop 2022 Support Group Quilt Along by Lori Holt 🧵 Support Breast Cancer Awareness in October by joining me and @fatquartershop by quilting along with us! Scan the QR Code for kit and more information 😊 These are the fabrics that I will be using in my quilt 🥰 @tulapink #thecraftyauthor #fatquartershop #quiltalong#fatquartershopquiltalong #loriholt #quilting#quiltersofinstagram #breastcancerawareness #tulapink#couriserandcouriser #supportgroupquiltalong

Support Group Quilt Along

 

WEEK 1

SUPPORT GROUP QUILT ALONG FAT QUARTER SHOP

 

WEEK 2

SUPPORT GROUP QUILT ALONG FAT QUARTER SHOP

 

WEEK 3

Support Group Quilt Along Fat Quarter Shop

 

WEEK 4

 

FINISHED QUILT- ALL QUILTED AND READY FOR GIFTING