Sew a tote that gives you two looks in one! Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free sewing pattern for making a reversible fabric and vinyl tote bag. One side is made from vinyl for a more polished look, … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Gathered fabric flower fall wreath
You can easily make this beautiful fabric flower fall wreath from strips of scrap material or cheap remnants from the fabric store. Patti from Hearth & Vine shows how you can make one. It’s great for any time of year! … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Cool repurposed denim world map floor cushion
This large world map floor cushion would be a great gift for anyone with wanderlust! The map itself is made from scraps of old jeans. Claire from Pillar Box Blue shares a tutorial and free pattern. You can personalize the … Read More...
Tutorial: Stencil bleach designs on denim and jeans
Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shows how you can embellish a pair of jeans with bleach and a stencil. You can add stencil bleach designs to the ankles, like she did, or to accent the pockets or legs of the … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Hemming stretch fabrics
Sewing knit fabric is easy, though hemming can be tricky. The stretch of the fabric can make it difficult to get a smooth hem. Emily from Life Sew Savory has a post all about hemming knits – stitches, tips, techniques! … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Back to school backpack
Make back-to-school a little more special with a handmade backpack for your child! Alicia from Sew What Alicia shares a free sewing pattern and tutorial showing how. The quilted backpack is made from quilting weight cotton – with so many … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Vintage pillowcase bed caddy
It takes just a few easy seams to turn a vintage pillowcase into a handy bed baddy! I’ve got a tutorial over at Bombshell Bling showing how. The bed caddy has two rows of pockets so you can hold books, … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Shaggy latch hook yarn pillow cover
Cyntia from My Poppet uses latch hook to create this shaggy pillow. The deep pile of the yarn gives it a luxurious texture. She shares a tutorial showing how she made it, including her trick for sewing the pieces together … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girls triple layer ruffle skirt
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shows how you can make a little girls triple layer ruffle skirt. You can make one in any size because she gives directions for figuring cutting dimensions based on your child’s measurements. Fabric requirements she … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Add drawstring gathers to a garment
Whether on a t-shirt or dress, drawstring gathers are a fun and trendy way to add shaping and texture to your clothes. It’s an easy addition to make to ready-to-wear clothing or on clothes that you’re sewing for yourself. BurdaStyle … Read More...
Bias tape calculator, formula, and cheat sheet
I’m always amazed at how much bias tape I can make from a single fat quarter. I’m pretty good at math, but trying to accurately estimate how many bias strips you can get from a cut of fabric is … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Sewing a round bag bottom
Rounded bag bottoms can be tricky to sew. You’re essentially sewing a closed circle of fabric around a curved line. It’s easy to let the curves trip you up, and then you end up with tucks and puckers. Mayra from … Read More...
Tutorial: Fall felt apple garland
This felt apple garland would be a lovely accent to a mantel or tablescape this fall. Heather from Heather Handmade shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. The little 3D apples are so cute!!
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Sewing pattern: Autumn pumpkin strip quilt
This charming pumpkin quilt is so cute for autumn! And made from long strips of fabric, it’s an easy design to make. Bev from Flamingo Toes shares the free pattern on her blog. She used fabrics from the new Calico … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Little girls tulip sleeve dress
This enchanted little girls tulip sleeve dress is perfect for the little queen in your life. The full skirt is fun for twirling, and those tulip sleeves are such a pretty detail! Remona from The Stitching Scientist shares a free … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Turn a one piece swim suit into a two piece
Danielle from DIY Danielle shows how to convert a one piece swim suit to a two piece. It’s an easy bathing suit fix if you have a long torso and the suit isn’t long enough for you, or if you … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Lunch money zip pouch
This little pouch is perfect for the back-to-school crowd! Use it to hold lunch money, or perhaps a USB drive or ear buds for computer class. Crystal from Stitched By Crystal shares a tutorial at Make It and Love It … Read More...
Beautiful ribbon embellishments from thrift store finds
Look at these beautiful ribbon embellishments! They look like they’re made from some high end fancy ribbon, right? Nope. Sarah from Sadie Seasongoods shares her unexpected source of inexpensive ribbons to make embellishments for hats, bags, and other accessories.
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Sewing pattern: Grocery bag dispenser from an upcycled t-shirt
It seems our closets (and donate piles) are filled with old t-shirts. They’re in such plentiful supply, I’m always happy to see a way to use them as a sewing or craft supply. Create Kids Couture has a neat idea … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easy cord keeper
Tangled cords are no fun! Simple Simon & Co. shares a tutorial at Polka Dot Chair showing how you can make this quick cord keeper. It takes just 5 easy steps, start to finish. Plus you can use your scraps!! … Read More...