As much as I appreciate a cup of coffee that I brew in my kitchen, a to-go cup of coffee from my favorite local coffee shop always feels more special. This mug mat from Crafty Staci is shaped just like … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Devil ears headband
This devil ear headband is a fun way to get into the Halloween spirit without donning a full costume. Stacy from Stacy Sews shares a tutorial at We All Sew showing how you can make one. They’re easy enough for … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Patchwork potholder
A patchwork potholder makes a nice little gift – or an extra something nice for your own kitchen. Plus, youcan use up your scraps! Svetlana from SOTAK Handmade has a tutorial for us showing how. Simple improv piecing makes the … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Tiny Aviator Hat
Looking for a fun winter cap for your plane loving toddler? You’ll love this little aviator hat tutorial and free pattern by Chelsea from GYCT Designs. Follow along with this step by step tutorial to create a custom leather or … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Hunger Games Effie Trinket costume
May the odds ever be in your favor! Fans of The Hunger Games will love this Effie Trinket Halloween costume. Ashley from Bright Shadows created the Monarch butterfly dress and accessories, and she’s got a tutorial showing how she made … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Designer inspired folded silk pillow
Instead of spending $400 for an expensive designer pillow, Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse created her own. Like the original, hers is made from silk which shows off all those gorgous tucks and folds. Sewing all of the folds in … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Mini Christmas stockings
These mini Christmas stockings are a cute way to wrap a gift or decorate a tree! You can sew them from your fabric scraps. Caroline from Sew Can She has a free sewing pattern and tutorial showing how. The finished … Read More...
What you need in a basic sewing kit
Starting any hobby is expensive, and sewing is no exception. It costs money to get your sewing machine – and then there are all the sewing tools and notions. Luckily, you don’t need to get them all at once. Bernina’s … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Girls tie front top
Sew a girls’ tie-front top with this free pattern from Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom! The t-shirt is easy to sew, and the tie-front hem detail is super trendy right now. Her free pattern comes in girls’ … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Skeleton color block pillow
This color block skeleton pillow makes a fun Halloween accent for a porch or living area! Amy from Ameroonie Designs shares a tutorial at Riley Blake Designs showing how to make it. The skeleton template she uses is available for … Read More...
Tutorial: Hair scrunchie
Becca from Simply Edged shows how you can sew your own hair scrunchies. It’s a really easy tutorial you can do with your kids! These hair scrunchies are really popular right now so instead of buying it, everyone can make … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Christmas stocking, with free pattern
Add a dose of cheer to your Christmas when you make these cute Christmas stockings! This Christmas stocking sewing pattern is simple and the instructions are easy to follow. You can create any look to match your Christmas decorating style … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew miniature velvet pumpkin
These miniature velvet pumpkins are so pretty – and so easy to make! You don’t even have to sew a stitch. Abbi from Abbi Kirsten Collections shows how to make them. It’s a quick project you can make in just … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Book character tooth fairy pillow
This adorable tooth fairy pillow inspired by a Mo Willems book character! Amber from Crazy Little Projects has a free pattern and tutorial on her blog. The cute squirrel appears in a new book about a squirrel who has lost … Read More...
Best fabric marking tools
If you sew from sewing patterns, you’ll notice that there are often markings on the pattern that need to be transferred to the fabric you’re cutting. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews tells us her favorite tools for … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Recycled denim tab top curtains
Repurpose your jeans to create stylish tab top curtains! Vicky from Vicky Myers Creations has a tutorial showing how you can make them. The patchwork highlights subtle variations of denim and bits of the seam lines. The waistbands of the … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew Halloween fabric wreath
This Halloween Fabric wreath is an super easy to make, inexpensive if you use fabric scraps! If you can tie a knot, you can make this wreath. Needlepointers.com has a video tutorial showing how. The strips have pinked edges which … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Hotel Transylvania Trick or Treat Bag
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how you can sew the cutest Hotel Transylvania Trick or Treat bags! You don’t even have to have seen the movie to think these bags are super adorable. Her tutorial includes free patterns to … Read More...
Tutorial: Lace spider web Halloween shoes
Turn a plain pair of canvas sneakers into the cutest Halloween shoes! Bev from Flamingo Toes shows how you can create these glitter spider web shoes. Each shoe features a partially spun “web” of crochet lace with a painted spider … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Women’s Cowl Neck Hoodie
You can sew the perfect fall cowl hoodie with this free pattern from Abby at Sew Much Ado. With raglan sleeves and a drawstring cowl, it has a sporty look. The raglan sleeves are also a great opportunity for some … Read More...