Petro from Easy Peasy Creative shows how to create a lettuce edge hem on knit fabrics. The curly edge hem is a pretty finish for t-shirts and skirts. It’s also a great way to hem a knit that tends to … Read More...
Sewing pattern: 5 minute knotted knit headband
Sew a knotted knit headband in just 5 minutes! It’s easy and Melanie from The Littlest Studio shares a tutorial showing how. Use your knit scraps, or cut up an old t-shirt if you don’t have any scraps to use. … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Bow top zipper pouch
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how you can sew this pretty pencil pouch with a bow at the top. So cute for back to school time!! The size is perfect to toss into a backpack. The zipper down the … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Fearfully and wonderfully made quote pillow
Applique and embroider a favorite quote onto a pillow using the instructions in this tutorial by Mary Martha Mama. She includes a template for a quote from Psalms that would be perfect a for little girl’s nursery, but you can … Read More...
Tips for deciding on a vintage sewing machine vs. a modern one
Which is better – a new sewing machine or a vintage one? It depends on who you ask and what your needs are. Stephanie from Swoodson Says has a great post with her experience with both types of machines, and … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Girls’ Waterfall Dress
Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shows how you can sew this pretty girls’ dress with waterfall sleeves. Her tutorial is an adaptation of her free Waterfall Top Pattern for girls, extending it into an A-line dress. It makes a cute … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Unicorn hobby horse
Know a kid who loves unicorns? They might need this unicorn hobby horse! It’s a fun toy and also a cute decorative accent. Havalah from Sisters, What! shares a free pattern and tutorial showing how you can make one. It’s … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Pool chair cover with pockets and a pillow
This DIY pool chair cover is perfect for summer days lounging by the pool! It’s made from a towel and has lots of pockets to hold your things, plus there’s a built in pillow! Caroline from Sew Can She shows … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Four Square Simple Charm Pack Baby Quilt
Make this easy baby charm pack quilt pattern in a day! This free baby quilt pattern by Shelly from Coral & Co. comes together quickly and is great gift. And if you want a larger quilt, it’s easy enough to … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Fring circle swim cover-up
We might be seeing ads for back-to-school sales, but summer isn’t over yet and there are still plenty of pool days to be had. Laura from A Beautiful Mess shows how you can sew this circle swim cover-up perfect for … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Zipper cosmetic bag with vinyl lining
I love a good zip pouch for a quick sewing project. This makeup pouch would be fun to sew up, and it makes a great gift! With a wristlet strap and a vinyl lining, this makeup pouch is a step … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Hedgehog softie that kids can sew, with free pattern
This sweet hedgehog softie is so cute and also easy to sew! Linda from Sewing Bee Fabrics has a tutorial and video showing how. She created the project and tutorial as part of Sew a Softie month which is about … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Lemon coin purse
I’m loving this lemon coin purse for summer! Amy from Sew Incredibly Crazy shares a tutorial and free sewing pattern at Therm O Web. She made the little zip pouch with a mix of cute lemon-y yellow cotton prints. You … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easy pom pom pillow
Is there anything cuter than pom pom pillows?! You can learn how to make a Pom Pom Pillow with this easy tutorial by Shelley from Coral & Co. Her tutorial includes a video that breaks down all the steps you … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Draw strap backpack
This backpack is a beginner’s project, designed to be more comfortable than the drawstring version. The free pattern from Joy’s Jots, Shots, & Whatnots uses only straight lines, making this a great project for beginners. Get creative with this pattern … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Cube zipper pouch
These cube zipper cases are the cutest!! And they’re the perfect size to hold a stack of Post-It notes, which might be one of my favorite back-to-school supplies ever. They’ve even got elastic tabs to hold a pen or pencil, … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Frida Kahlo pillow, with free pattern
This fun pillow was inspired by Frida Kahlo’s iconic colourful self-portraits, especially the ones with the flowers in her hair. Claire from Pillar Box Blue created this fabulous floral Felt Frida Kahlo cushion and she’s got a free pattern and … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Common pants fitting issues and how to fix them
A perfectly fitting pair of handmade pants are the unicorn of the sewing world. Our bodies are all shaped differently and it can be hard to tell exactly what to fix when the fit isn’t right. Melissa from Blank Slate … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Divided drawstring bag
Pam from Threading My Way shows how you can sew a drawstring bag with a divider in the lining. It’s the perfect size to hold 6 bottles of nail polish (3 on each side of the divider so they don’t … Read More...
Sewing pattern: How to sew a pillowcase
You can sew a pillowcase in 15 minutes or less. Cat from Mary Martha Mama has a tutorial showing how to do it. You’ll need just a yard of cotton fabric to make a standard pillowcase. (For larger or fluffier … Read More...