Leigh Ann from The Object Project shows how to make jumbo puzzle-shaped patches using a piece from a floor-sized jigsaw puzzle as a template.  Pictured here is a bib with a puzzle piece applique.  Her blog post shows other ways of using…

If the thought of making your own hat sounds intimidating, check out this tutorial from CraftStylish.  Cal Patch shows how you can make a shady hat using only one piece fabric.  Oh, and it’s reversible, too!  Read how to make one.

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Find out how to make this necktie purse with a tutorial from Craft Bits.  The entire outer body of the purse is made from neckties.  Go to the tutorial.

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Kellie from Oilcloth Addict shares a tutorial for making an oilcloth lining for a vintage picnic basket.  The wrap-around interior lining includes pockets for silverware and other picnic essentials.  Oilcloth is the perfect fabric choice for this project, too!  Get the…

Imagine Fabrics shows a neat way to make a keychain.  They use a large flower from an Amy Butler print, but really any large scale design from any fabric would work.  Get the tutorial.

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Sew Much Ado shares a tutorial for making this receiving blanket edged with ric rac.  A great gift for any new mommy!  Go to the tutorial.

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Instructables user madebytrish shares what she does with her fabric scraps.  She sews them into cute fabric flower brooches.  Get the how-to.

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Ripping Out Seams shares a free pattern for her latest bag design - The Strip Tease Bag.  A round vinyl bottom and vinyl straps make for a strong bag.  The pieced strips allow for many fun combinations of colors and prints. …

This fitted tablecloth by Make and Takes is perfect for an outdoor table.  She started with a storebought tablecloth (though you could also use a large piece of fabric) and then added elastic to keep the tablecloth from blowing away.  Get…

Mairuru made these flying sarubobo.  “Saru” means “monkey” in Japanese, and “bobo” means baby.  I love the way the arms and legs are outstretched, like they’re floating through the air.  See more photos on her blog.

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