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...
Tutorial: Easter chick onesie dress for baby
Make an adorable Easter chick dress for your favorite little baby! Carla here from Creatin’ in the Sticks shares a tutorial at Therm O Web. It’s easy to make because it uses a onesie – you just have to make … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffle cuff pillowcases
Sew some beautiful ruffled pillowcases for your bedding set! The deep ruffle cuffs give them a high-end designer look, but you can make them yourself for a fraction of the cost. Caroline from Sew Can She shares a tutorial showing … Read More...
Tutorial: Mini zip coin purse
Amber from Crazy Little Projects shares a tutorial for making a mini zipper pouch. The small size is cute but it’s also super practical – just big enough to hold credit cards and ID but still small enough to slip … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Dog paw towel to hang by your door
Keep your dog from tracking dirt in your house with this paw towel! Cat from Mary Martha Mama has a tutorial showing how to make one. It’s sewn into a pocket shape that makes it easy to wipe mud and … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Spring flowers embroidery hoop art set
Welcome spring to your house with this embroidery hoop art set! It’s filled with happy spring flowers, stitched and appliqued from pretty floral prints. Bev from Flamingo Toes has a free pattern and tutorial. Make one or all of them … Read More...
Tutorial: Best tips for working with fabric bias
Usually people don’t use the word “bias” as a compliment. But in sewing, bias can be a very good thing. In sewing, bias refers to the direction of a fabric that’s 45 degrees from straight grain. This magic angle gives … Read More...