function anonymous(inputs) { var i = inputs || {}; var skill = i.skill_level || 'beginner'; var VALID_S = ['beginner', 'intermediate', 'advanced']; if (VALID_S.indexOf(skill) < 0) skill = 'beginner'; var method = i.machine_or_hand || 'either'; var VALID_M = ['sewing-machine', 'hand-sewing', 'either']; if (VALID_M.indexOf(method) < 0) method = 'either'; var fabric = i.fabric || 'any-scraps'; var VALID_F = ['cotton', 'jersey-knit', 'linen', 'felt', 'denim', 'any-scraps']; if (VALID_F.indexOf(fabric) < 0) fabric = 'any-scraps'; var count = parseInt(i.count, 10); if (!isFinite(count) || count < 1) count = 4; if (count > 8) count = 8; function p(a) { return a[Math.floor(Math.random() * a.length)]; } var IDEAS = [ {n:'Simple Fabric Coasters',d:'Square coasters with topstitched edges made from two fabric layers.',s:['beginner'],f:['cotton','felt','linen','denim','any-scraps'],m:'either',note:'beginner-friendly, uses scraps'}, {n:'Felt Bookmark',d:'A shaped bookmark hand-stitched around the edge with contrasting thread.',s:['beginner'],f:['felt','any-scraps'],m:'hand-sewing',note:'no machine required'}, {n:'Drawstring Pouch',d:'A small rectangular bag with a casing at the top for a drawstring cord.',s:['beginner','intermediate'],f:['cotton','linen','denim','any-scraps'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'straight seams and one casing'}, {n:'Patchwork Cushion Cover',d:'A pillow cover built from squares of mixed fabric with an envelope back.',s:['intermediate'],f:['cotton','linen','denim','any-scraps'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'good scrap-buster'}, {n:'Simple Tote Bag',d:'A rectangular carry bag with two straight fabric handles and boxed corners.',s:['beginner','intermediate'],f:['cotton','linen','denim','any-scraps'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'beginner-friendly straight lines'}, {n:'Reusable Snack Bag',d:'A small pouch with a fold-over top and a snap or hook-and-loop closure.',s:['intermediate'],f:['cotton','linen'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'requires a snap or velcro'}, {n:'Elastic-Waist Skirt',d:'A gathered skirt with an elastic casing and a single hem.',s:['intermediate'],f:['cotton','linen','jersey-knit'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'gathering and elastic threading'}, {n:'Zippered Pencil Case',d:'A boxed pouch with a zipper closure across the top.',s:['intermediate','advanced'],f:['cotton','linen','denim'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'requires zipper foot'}, {n:'Jersey T-Shirt',d:'A basic short-sleeve tee with a neckband and hemmed sleeves.',s:['intermediate','advanced'],f:['jersey-knit'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'needs stretch stitch or overlocker'}, {n:'Felt Ornament Set',d:'A set of small shaped ornaments blanket-stitched around the edge.',s:['beginner'],f:['felt','any-scraps'],m:'hand-sewing',note:'blanket stitch practice'}, {n:'Zip-Front Hoodie',d:'A hooded sweatshirt with a separating zipper, kangaroo pocket, and cuffed sleeves.',s:['advanced'],f:['jersey-knit'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'requires separating zipper and rib'}, {n:'Lined Denim Tote',d:'A structured tote with an inner lining, inside pocket, and reinforced straps.',s:['intermediate','advanced'],f:['denim','cotton'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'heavy-duty needle recommended'}, {n:'Pillowcase',d:'A basic sleeping pillowcase with a French-seamed inside and hemmed opening.',s:['beginner','intermediate'],f:['cotton','linen'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'good first apparel-adjacent project'}, {n:'Fabric Napkins',d:'A set of square napkins with mitered corners and topstitched hems.',s:['beginner','intermediate'],f:['cotton','linen'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'practice mitered corners'}, {n:'Simple Apron',d:'A half-apron with a waistband, two ties, and a large front patch pocket.',s:['beginner','intermediate'],f:['cotton','linen','denim'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'straight seams, one patch pocket'}, {n:'Hand-Sewn Sachet',d:'A tiny stuffed pouch filled with dried lavender or herbs, whip-stitched shut.',s:['beginner'],f:['cotton','linen','felt','any-scraps'],m:'hand-sewing',note:'ideal first hand project'}, {n:'Jersey Headband',d:'A soft turban-style headband made from a strip of stretch fabric.',s:['beginner','intermediate'],f:['jersey-knit'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'needs stretch stitch or zigzag'}, {n:'Placemat Set',d:'A set of quilted placemats with binding around the edge.',s:['intermediate'],f:['cotton','linen','denim'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'quilting and binding practice'}, {n:'Reversible Bucket Hat',d:'A brimmed hat with two different fabrics on the outside and lining.',s:['intermediate','advanced'],f:['cotton','linen','denim'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'topstitching around the brim'}, {n:'Patch-Repair a Garment',d:'Mend a hole or tear in existing clothing with a decorative visible patch.',s:['beginner','intermediate','advanced'],f:['denim','cotton','linen','any-scraps'],m:'either',note:'visible-mending style'}, {n:'Simple Scrunchie',d:'A gathered fabric hair tie made from a strip of fabric and elastic.',s:['beginner'],f:['cotton','linen','jersey-knit','any-scraps'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'ten-minute project'}, {n:'Baby Bib',d:'A shaped bib with a snap closure and terry or absorbent backing.',s:['beginner','intermediate'],f:['cotton','felt','any-scraps'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'good gift project'}, {n:'Tailored Trousers',d:'Fitted trousers with a fly zipper, waistband, pockets, and hemmed legs.',s:['advanced'],f:['linen','denim','cotton'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'requires fitting and zipper insertion'}, {n:'Quilted Wall Hanging',d:'A small pieced quilt-top backed and bound for hanging on a wall.',s:['intermediate','advanced'],f:['cotton','linen','any-scraps'],m:'sewing-machine',note:'piecing and quilting practice'}, {n:'Hand-Embroidered Patch',d:'A small stitched motif on a fabric backing, edged for sewing onto a garment.',s:['beginner','intermediate'],f:['cotton','linen','felt','any-scraps'],m:'hand-sewing',note:'embroidery hoop helpful'} ]; var pool = IDEAS.filter(function(x) { if (x.s.indexOf(skill) < 0) return false; if (fabric !== 'any-scraps' && x.f.indexOf(fabric) < 0 && x.f.indexOf('any-scraps') < 0) { if (x.f.indexOf(fabric) < 0) return false; } if (method !== 'either' && x.m !== 'either' && x.m !== method) return false; return true; }); if (!pool.length) { pool = IDEAS.filter(function(x) { return x.s.indexOf(skill) >= 0; }); } if (!pool.length) pool = IDEAS.slice(); var shuffled = pool.slice(); for (var k = shuffled.length - 1; k > 0; k--) { var j = Math.floor(Math.random() * (k + 1)); var t = shuffled[k]; shuffled[k] = shuffled[j]; shuffled[j] = t; } var picked = shuffled.slice(0, Math.min(count, shuffled.length)); while (picked.length < count) picked.push(shuffled[picked.length % shuffled.length] || pool[0]); var out = []; for (var i2 = 0; i2 < picked.length; i2++) { var it = picked[i2]; out.push((i2 + 1) + '. ' + it.n); out.push(' ' + it.d); out.push(' Note: ' + it.note + '.'); out.push(''); } if (out.length && out[out.length - 1] === '') out.pop(); return out; }

Sewing Project Idea Generator vs Story Prompt Generator

Sewing Project Idea Generator

Story Prompt Generator