These Salad Bowl covers are the perfect fit for any spring or summer picnic. Make your salad or dessert and cover it easily with it’s own custom bowl cover. There’s no need for plastic wrap or foil. An added bonus, … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial and pattern: Girls high low ruffle tunic top
This girls tunic top is perfect for playtime or school! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a a free pattern and tutorial. It’s made from knit fabric and has a high low ruffle and 3/4 sleeves. She … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Reversible Easter egg and chick softie
This reversible softie would be a cute surprise to include in your child’s Easter basket. One side is an Easter egg, but when you turn it inside out you’ve got a happy fleece chick! I’m sharing the free pattern and … Read More...
Tutorial: Sewing sweater knits
Sweater knit fabrics have beautiful drape and texture, but they can also be challenging to sew on. The loose knit means they stretch and unravel easily. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares some tips for sewing on … Read More...
Tutorial: Zipper pouch with mini bow accent
These zip pouches with little gold bows are the cutest!! Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial showing how to make one. The florals and the little bow give are so pretty and feminine – perfect for a makeup bag … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrap fabric patchwork pincushion
Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine shows how you can sew these pretty pincushions. The patchwork lets you use some of your smaller fabric scraps and trims. The pincushion makes a pretty place to store your needles and pins. … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Easy ruffled Easter basket
Want to take a plain Easter basket and turn it into something extra special? Amber from Crazy Little Projects has a fantastic tutorial that shows you exactly how to add adorable ruffles to the outside of an Easter basket. … Read More...
Tutorial: Pillow covers with no dog ear corners
When you stuff a flat pillow cover with a fluffy pillow insert dog ears are pretty much inevitable. You know, those flat bits of fabric in the corners where the pillow insert doesn’t quite reach. There’s a fix for that. … Read More...
Tutorial: Use chain piecing for speed up your patchwork
One of the tricks that quilters use to speed up their sewing is chain piecing. Chain piecing allows you to sew lots of short seams, one after another, without lifting up or putting down your presser foot. If you’ve never … Read More...
Tutorial: Recycled denim hexie rug
I love sewing with recycled denim! The variations in wash and wear patterns make for interesting colors and shading. I keep a stash of old jeans so I’ve always got some on hand. Rachel from A Beautiful Mess shows how … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Cork eyeglass case
Have you sewed with cork fabric before? I haven’t, but it’s on my list to try. I have a feeling I will love it! Sara from Sew Sweetness has a free pattern for a cute glasses case that you can … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Bunnies in Love patchwork pillow
Make a Spring throw pillow with patchwork and sweet bunnies! Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a free pattern and tutorial. I’m not sure what I love more – the hearts in the air between the two bunnies, or the fluffy … Read More...
Tutorial: Foldover clutch purse
You can sew a stylish lined zippered pouch like this one. Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy has a tutorial showing how. Color blocking shows off the foldover top, and a large yarn tassel hangs from the zipper pull. Make it … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Add zipper accents to a plain t-shirt
Zippers might be functional, but they’re also a fun way to add color or bling to a plain top. (Especially if you use a metal zipper!) Courtney from A Little Craft in Your Day shows how to add zippers to … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrap fabric cuff bracelet
This cuff bracelet is quick and easy to make, and is a great way to use up both fabric and interfacing scraps. Each one has three individual fabric strips held together with a button tab. Mix and match the prints … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Half round hanging storage basket
These half round hanging baskets are perfect for storing small items! The rounded front gives space to hold your stuff, while the back fits flat against the wall Sew4Home has a tutorial and a free sewing pattern! Use them in … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY side stripe pants, no sewing required
Love the side stripe trend but don’t want to shell out the money for expensive jeans? DIY them! Paper & Stitch has a tutorial showing how you can add a side stripe to a pair of thrifted jeans, and it … Read More...
Tutorial: How to sew a half slip
Call me old fashioned, but I really don’t like to have to worry about whether the outline of my underwear can be seen through the thin fabric of a skirt or dress. A half slip is an easy fix for … Read More...
Video tutorial: Sew 16 half square triangles at one time
Amy from Diary of a Quilter shows a quick method for sewing up a a lot of these half square triangles at one time. It’s a video tutorial showing how you can make 16 half square triangles in one … Read More...
Tutorial: Loyalty card zip pouch with dividers
See how to sew a zip pouch to organize all your loyalty cards and gift cards! Staci from Crafty Stacii has a tutorial showing how to sew one. It’s sized just right to hold credit cards, gift cards, and … Read More...