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Strangers & Pilgrims on Earth: Simplest Ever Sewing Projects Which Can Be Done in a Day! “Methinks it is a token of healthy and gentle characteristics, when women of high thoughts and accomplishments love to sew; especially as they are never more at home with their own hearts than while so occupied.” ~ Hawthorne If your sewing skills are limited to a basic straight line, then you are in the right place! While I lack much experience in the sewing department, I still like to tinker with some instant gratification projects (the kind that can be completed in a day!). They make one feel like an accomplished and creative, old-fashioned homemaker. For there is a peaceful rhythm to the sound of a sewing machine. There is a tranquil feeling one gets with a needle and thread. With that being said, here is my humble little list of the simplest-ever sewing projects. These would also make perfect lessons for your dear daughter too! How to Make Your Old and Ugly Potholders New Again ~ Sew a Slipcover! Make Your Own Oilcloth Coasters Make Your Own Absorbable Un-Paper Towels Make Your Own Shabby Cottage Tea Napkins Make Your Own Handkerchiefs ~ A Tiggy-Winkle Tutorial Make Your Own Moth-Repellant Sachets Make Your Own Soft Baby Burp Cloths Make Your Own Clothespin Apron (or Mother and Child Kitchen Apron) “Useful and ornamental needlework, knitting, and netting are capable of being made, not only sources of personal gratification, but of high moral benefit, and the means of developing in surpassing loveliness and grace, some of the highest and noblest feelings of the soul.” ~ The Ladies’ Work Table Book, 1845 All the fine print. This post may be shared with some or all of the following link-ups: The Art of Home-Making Mondays, Modest Mom Monday’s, Monday’s Musings, Good Morning Mondays, The Scoop, Tuesdays with a Twist, Raising Homemakers, Wise Woman Link Up, Homestead Blog Hop, Wow Us Wednesdays, Coffee and Conversation, Homemaking Thursdays, Home Sweet Home, Our Simple Homestead, Awesome Life Friday Link Up and Create, Bake, Grow & Gather. Thank you lovely ladies for hosting these. This post may contain affiliate links (which are merchant links that help to support this site at no additional cost to you if you purchase an item through them).