The cutest, practical travel sized pillow sewing tutorial to make road trips easier! Perfect gift to sew for kids, it is fast and easy. No zippers, this is a great beginner sewing project! Follow the full photo tutorial by Swoodson … Read More...

This velvet turban headband is a beautiful fashion accessory you can sew in an afternoon!  Laura from Trash to Couture shares a tutorial at Make It Coats showing how to make one.  You can make it from any stretch fabric, … Read More...

This cute Scandinavian style bird Christmas ornament is an easy hand sewing project.  Trixi from Coloured Buttons has a tutorial and a free template for you.  The bird is assembled in a way that takes just one line of hand … Read More...

A sweet and simple first sewing project for kids, this Angel Finger Puppet craft is an easy and safe project perfect for Christmas!  Jennifer at Sugar Spice and Glitter has a tutorial showing how to make them, plus tips for … Read More...

This cuff bracelet pincushion by Evelyn Wood is genius!  Fashionable and practical, and also easy to make!  The cuff slides over your wrist and stays in place, no elastic that binds or itches at your wrist!  Watch her YouTube video … Read More...

See how you can sew a roomy bag that’s perfect for an overnight trip!  Delia Creates has a sewing tutorial on her blog.  The leather straps give it a upscale and modern look.  There are short straps to carry it … Read More...

These fleece penguins are the cutest little hand warmers!  Just put them in the microwave for a few seconds and then slip them in a coat pocket to keep hands warm and toasty even when they’re out in the cold.  … Read More...

Sew a skirt that fits you perfectly because the pattern was made for YOU!  Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can draft a skirt pattern to your measurements.  Once you’ve got this basic skirt pattern … Read More...

This little felt letter to Santa makes a sweet keepsake ornament for your Christmas tree!  Slip in a little note or a small photo to make it extra special.  American Felt and Craft has a free pattern and tutorial showing … Read More...

Turn a favorite t-shirt into a soft squishy pillow!  Stephanie from Swoodson Says shows how to do this easy sewing project.  It’s a great idea for when a child outgrows a favorite t-shirt or a fun idea for using a … Read More...

Create this little sewing kit to keep in your purse so you’re prepared for any sewing emergency!  Domenica from Easy Sewing for Beginners shows how you can put one together.  It’s made in a repurposed mint tin so it’s super … Read More...

I think a lot of us remember having these stuffed fabric Christmas trees around our house for decorations.  Just seeing this project brings back memories of Christmas in years past! Create Kids Couture shares a free pattern so you can … Read More...

Kids will love this on-the-go art tote!  It’s got all the pockets they need to bring an art project with them.  It’s perfect for road trips or busy bags or visits to grandma’s!  Lish Dorset shares a sewing tutorial at … Read More...

These little felt reindeer candy cane pockets make sweet little Christmas gifts for neighbors and coworkers.  They’d also make fun little stocking stuffers for Christmas morning!  Allison from Dream a Little Bigger has a tutorial showing how to make them, … Read More...

Hosting a Christmas party?  This Christmas tree hostess apron is sure to be a hit!  The tree on the apron bib LIGHTS UP.  How fun is that!  Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free sewing pattern and tutorial for … Read More...

These Christmas tree pillows add an element of fun to your Christmas decor! Petro from Easy Peasy Creative shows how you can sew them up.  You can make one in about 15 minutes.  Make one or a bunch!  I think … Read More...

This mug mat fits right into the farmhouse style that’s so popular right now, and makes a great gift for anyone who needs a good spot to set their mug!  Staci from Crafty Staci has a free pattern and tutorial … Read More...

Add a cozy look to your Christmas tree with a set of your own, DIY Christmas star ornaments. Use the free PDF pattern to use for a number of Christmas crafts projects – check it out at AppleGreen Cottage!

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When kids get attached to clothes, it can be hard convincing them to give them up. Instead of donating them, turn them into soft, stuffed toys! This tutorial by Stephanie from Swoodson Says shows you how to do just that, … Read More...

There’s nothing more annoying when it’s cold out than jacket sleeves that aren’t long enough!  That little bit of exposed skin at the wrists will let all the cold air in!  In fact, I prefer jackets with sleeves that are … Read More...