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...
Free sewing pattern: Halloween witch hat
A good witch hat can turn just about any outfit into a great Halloween costume. You could buy one, but if you make one yourself you can choose exactly the fabrics and embellishments you want. Mayra from So Sew Easy … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Refashioned color blocked coat
Portia from Makery refashioned several plain thrift store coats to create this gorgeous color blocked coat. She shares how she did it in a blog post. I love this! The color blocking adds a fresh modern twist and allows you … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Felt fringe zipper pouch
Sewing a zipper sounds a lot harder than it actually is. Alicia from Sew What Alicia has a great tutorial showing how to do it. The tutorial includes how to make a cute felt fringe zip pouch that’s easy to … Read More...
Thrift store sewing supplies that will save you money
Sewing is not necessarily an inexpensive hobby, and most of us are always on the lookout for how to save money on our sewing supplies. We shop sales and clip coupons and save scraps. But do you shop the thrift … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Reversible toddler dress
There’s something magical about a reversible garment – especially for a kid. One second it looks one way, the next it looks totally different! Bonnie and Blithe shows how you can create a reversible dress for a toddler or young … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Journal cover with front pocket
Create Kids Couture shows how you can sew a quick journal cover. There’s a pocket on the outside where you can put pencils or a notepad. Mix and match the prints for a fun look. The cutting directions she gives … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew Vampirina hoodie
Vampirina is the cutest ghoul from Disney Junior and now your little one can look the part with this easy, no-sew hoodie. Tara from Spot of Tea Designs shares a tutorial at WholesaleHalloweenCostumes.com. She starts with a plain blue hoodie … Read More...