One of the many things about summer I look forward to are the strawberries being in season. These quilted strawberry coasters have me dreaming of summer strawberries! Nadra from Ellis & Higgs guest blogs at Diary of a Quilter with … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Tips to Sew a Beautiful Button Placket
Buttons and buttonholes give apparel sewists fits! But anyone can sew a beautiful button placket with the right tools and a few little tips. Mac from Sew Altered Style shares her best tips for sewing buttonholes that look great, plus … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Mini cork fabric wallet
These little cork fabric wallets are so easy to make, and Caroline from Sew Can She shows how! Cork fabric doesn’t fray so there’s no need to finish the edges. A snap makes a quick and easy closure. Add a … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easy kitchen apron, with free pattern in 3 sizes
I’m loving these aprons made from the new Sunnyside Ave collection by Amy Smart. Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free sewing pattern for making them, and she includes three sizes – toddler, tween, and adult. … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Little girls layered gingham skirt for 4th of July
This little girl’s layered gingham skirt is perfect for 4th of July celebrations! Shelly from Coral & Co shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. The gingham fabric is classic Americana, and those pom poms are just adorable.… Read More...
Sewing pattern: Embroidered camera strap
How cute is this embroidered camera strap! Holly from Club Crafted shows how you can make one in an easy-to-follow tutorial for embroidering a fun saying and then sewing it into a custom camera strap for use with any camera.… Read More...
Sewing pattern: Striped flare dress, with free pattern
Sew the perfect mixed stripe flare dress for summer, spring and fall! Remona from The Stitching Scientist shares a tutorial and a free pattern. It’s made from striped knit fabric. Move around your fabric to create customized stripe layout. Her … Read More...
Sewing pattern: George the Puppy softie, with free pattern
George the Puppy is a cute – and free – softie pattern from Sis Boom! Sew him up from your favorite cotton prints! He’s easy to sew and perfect for snuggling or as an accent to a child’s bedding set. … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Tiered Boho dress
Sew a tiered Boho dress that’s perfect for summer! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can make one using a t-shirt pattern. If you don’t already have a favorite t-shirt pattern, you can download her … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Cork wallet
Father’s Day is coming up and this is the perfect handmade gift to give to dad or any man in your life. Meredith from Olivia Jane Handmade has a tutorial showing how you can make one. The Handcrafted Wallet is … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Roll-up makeup brush travel organizer
Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy shows how you can sew a makeup brush roll up bag. It’ll keep your makeup brushes all neat and organized when traveling. The inside is made with laminated fabric so it’ll wipe clean easily.
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Sewing pattern: No sew fabric matching game for kids
Turn off the TV and the video games this summer (at least for a little while), and keep your kids’ brains active with some simple games! Alicia from Sew What Alicia shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Patchwork flag quilt block
Allison from Cluck Cluck Sew shows how you can create a patchwork American flag quilt block. I love small quilting projects like this! There’s just one star block, and then the rest of it is simple strip piecing. Use to … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easy sunglasses case
Don’t let your cute new summer sunglasses get scratched while they’re hanging out in your purse! Sew a fabric case to keep them scratch free. Lorrie Nunemaker shares a video tutorial at Therm O Web showing how. It’s a quick … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Mini snap pouch
Damjana from AppleGreen Cottage shows how to make these itty bitty fabric pouches. A plastic snap makes an easy closure. The pouch is just 2″ x 2″ square, perfect for holding a piece of jewelry, either for gift giving or … Read More...
Sewing pattern: 20 minute cut off jeans with 3 hem options
With summer here, cut off those jeans and make yourself a cute pair of cutoffs! They’re easy to make because mostly all you’re doing is cutting some fabric. Plus, they’ll save you a lot of money over buying new shorts … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Add a kick pleat when sewing a skirt
Besides just looking nice, a kick pleat can make it easier for you to walk in a fitted skirt. Michelle from That Black Chic has a tutorial at We All Sew showing how you can add a kick pleat to … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Baby drool bandana, with free pattern
This bandana bib is perfect for catching baby drool before it hits their clothes! Havalah from Sisters, What shares a free sewing pattern and tutorial for making one. They’re easy to sew and make great baby gifts!
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Sewing pattern: Flag banner from upcycled jeans
Make this patriotic flag banner for 4th of July out of an old pair of jeans! I’ve got a tutorial for you over at Bombshell Bling showing how to make it. A clamp style clothes hanger
is a clever way … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Patriotic tiered ruffle skirt
Make a fun 3 tiered ruffle skirt to celebrate your favorite holiday! Whether the 4th of July or Christmas, this skirt is a great way to be festive and comfy at the same time. Chelsea from GYCT Designs has a … Read More...