Make a flower pot as pretty as the flowers it holds by covering it with a spring fabric print! Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy shows how. They’re super easy to make and they add a touch of spring to your … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric Easter bunny wreath
Linda at Craftaholics Anonymous shows how you can create a fun fabric bunny wreath for your front door! A wood bunny – with a fluffy pom pom tail! – sits in front of a two nested fabric wrapped wreaths. So … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Easter Bunny purse
Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shares a free pattern for this adorable bunny purse for a little girl. Sew it today for an Easter surprise! If you have a Cricut maker, she’s got cut files for you to download. But … Read More...
Tutorial and Sewing pattern: Long raglan tee to wear with leggings
This long raglan sleeve t-shirt is perfect to wear with leggings! Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shares a free pattern and tutorial. The raglan sleeves give it a sportier look (especially if you use contrast fabric on the sleeves), and … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial and pattern: Boro cross body bag with hand stitched detail
When I saw this bag pop up in my reader this morning, I was immediately drawn to wonderful handstitching detail. It’s the Boro Cross Body Bag, and it’s a free pattern from Vicky of Vicky Myers Creations. The small bag … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: How to thread a serger
There’s nothing like my serger
coming unthreaded to throw a monkey wrench in my sewing plans. That lower looper is so tricky to thread! I don’t think I’ve ever threaded it successfully on the first try, and never without a … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Newborn baby knee patch pants
These knee patch pants are perfect to sew up for a brand new baby! Abby from Sew Much Ado shares a free pattern and tutorial. If you have a Cricut Maker, she’s got a pattern you can download and cut … Read More...
Tutorial: Easter bunny hoodie
Cathi from Scratch and Stitch shows how you can transform a plain hoodie into an adorable Easter bunny hoodie for a child! It’s actually a pretty simple project you can complete an afternoon (or less). Plus, you can remove the … Read More...
Free pattern: Knotted hair ties
Sew a cute hair accessory in minutes from your fabric scraps!! LiZ from Simple Simon & Co. shows how you can make knotted hair ties. She includes a free pattern for you to use. They’re super fast to sew – … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy reversible sewing machine cover
Nicole from Dear Handmade Life shares a tutorial at We All Sew showing how to make a cover for your sewing machine. It’s reversible, so you get two looks in one. It also means that you won’t have any raw … Read More...
Tutorial: Kimono wrap made from scarves
Sew yourself a new kimono wrap out of a couple of scarves! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a tutorial showing how . Wear it with a simple tank and a pair of jeans for a casual … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilted patchwork pillow
Make some new pillows to spruce up your porch or sunroom for spring! Simple Simon & Co. shares a tutorial for making a quilted patchwork pillow. The simple square patchwork design shows off the prints of the fabrics, plus … Read More...
Video tutorial: Simple vinyl sunglasses case
A simple sunglasses case sewn from vinyl makes a great last minute gift! Dana from MADE Everyday shows how you can sew one up. You can add fun designs to the front with applique. Add flowers, hearts, monograms, it’ll all … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Mesh travel lingerie travel bag
Sherri from Thread Riding Hood shares a tutorial at Craftsy showing how to sew a travel lingerie bag. You can use the bag to keep your lingerie separated from the rest of your clothes in your suitcase. And because the … Read More...
Why you should make a muslin first when you sew clothes
Every sewist knows the excitement of buying a new sewing pattern and the fabric to sew it into something new to wear. But don’t cut that fabric just yet! There’s another – very important – step to take first, and … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Tea and a book mug mat
Life is busy and there’s always some place I need to be or some obligation needing to be met. This mug mat by Staci from Crafty Staci reminds us to take time for ourselves, perhaps with a cuppa tea and … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrapbusting wonky log cabin quilt block
A monochromatic scrappy log cabin block is the perfect answer to an overflowing scrap stash. By keeping the color palette monochromatic, you can just choose your scraps at random and they’ll all work together. Amy from Diary of a Quilter … Read More...
Tutorial: Monogram throw pillow cover
This throw pillow with an oversized monogram is the perfect accent for a child’s room! Lara at How Does She shares a tutorial showing how to make one. It can fit with any decor style just by changing the color … Read More...
Cricut Tutorial: How to cut heat transfer vinyl without a cutting machine
Heat transfer vinyl is a quick way to add personality to a sewing project – or to a bag or t-shirt that you’ve purchased from the store. But did you know you don’t have to have a Silhouette or Cricut… Read More...
Tutorial: Big bow clutch purse
This bow bow clutch bag is the perfect accessory for Easter Sunday! Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can make this beautiful bag. The big bow is a showy accent for the front and the striped fabric she … Read More...