This puppy coin purse is enough to make even a cat lady say, “Awwww…” Joanne from Craft Passion shares the free pattern and tutorial. The puppy on the pouch is a Boston Terrier. I’m loving those little curled ears and … Read More...
Tutorial: Face warmers for adults and kids
Alicia from Sew What Alicia shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how you can make these simple face warmers. They’re made like cowls, but they’ve got more body so they stand up on their own rather than draping … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: 15 minute child’s number birthday shirt
15 minutes is all you need to make a special birthday number t-shirt for the birthday boy or girl. Crystal from Hello Creative Family shows how you can add a large fabric number to a plain t-shirt. Your child will … Read More...
Video tutorial: How to sew a V neck
V necks may seem complicated to sew because of the tricky shape! Petro from Creative Homemaking shows how to sew a V neck on a dress the easiest and simplest way. Her tutorial is a video so you can just … Read More...
Tutorial: Hanging fabric organizing basket
Extra surface space for organizing can be hard to come by in a craft room (or office, or your kids’ room.) When you don’t have any more table space for baskets to organize your small stuff, look to your walls. … Read More...
Tutorial: Chiffon tassel scarf
I see lots of pretty chiffon prints at the fabric store, but I rarely buy them because I don’t know a quick, easy project to make from them. Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy has a great idea for those chiffon … Read More...
Video tutorial: Fleece blanket with foot pocket
Don’t you hate it when most of you is all warm and snuggly under a blanket, but your feet keep popping out the bottom and getting cold? The Blipper will keep that from happening. A fleece blanket with a foot … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Little girls sweatshirt tunic
Look at this cute sweatshirt tunic you can sew for a little girl! Emily from Life Sew Savory shares a free pattern and tutorial. It has the loose fit and comfort of a sweatshirt, but the three-quarter sleeves and contrast … Read More...
Tutorial: Roll-up mini first aid kit
Amy from Positively Splendid shows how you can sew a portable first aid kit so you’re always prepared for life’s little emergencies. It’s a roll-up organizer with pockets to hold band-aids, tissues, ointments, etc. It rolls up and ties shut … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt Valentine love note envelopes
These felt love note envelopes are a cute way to decorate for Valentine’s Day! Amy from Ameroonie Designs shares a tutorial and free pattern at Polka Dot Chair. Her pattern includes 4 designs for envelope backs, 4 envelope fronts, and … Read More...
Video tutorial: Cork or leather notebook cover
Transform a plain composition book into a sleek, modern journal! Sara from Sew Sweetness shares a video tutorial for making a simple composition book cover from cork or leather (or any fabric that won’t fray). She includes a pattern you … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Easy gathered half apron
Katie from Skunkboy shares a tutorial at A Beautiful Mess showing how you can make this gathered half apron. Choose two coordinating fabrics – one for the main apron, and a contrast for the band and pockets – and sew … Read More...
Tutorial: EPP Hexie Coaster
This hexagon coaster makes the prettiest spot to park a mug of coffee or hot tea. It makes a great gift, too, if you can bring yourself to part with it. Stephanie from Swoodson Says shows how you can create … Read More...
Tutorial: Mini patchwork pie pincushion
Who doesn’t love pie? Lori Holt from Bee In My Bonnet shares a tutorial for making this scrappy pie pincushion! Love!! The pie top is made from a patchwork of scrappy wedges, much like the pieces of a pie. You … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew an easy pillowcase
Custom pillowcases can add a pop of fun and personality to your bedding set. They’re super easy to sew, so there’s no excuse not to make some! Alicia from Sew What Alicia shares a tutorial showing how. A standard pillowcase … Read More...
Need to purge your fabric stash? Here are some tips
Over the years I have acquired quite the fabric stash. I’m lucky enough to have a room almost big enough to hold it all! But as nice as it is to have all that fabric at my fingertips, every now … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: You’re My Jam Valentine’s Day hoop art
Oh, how I am loving this embroidery hoop art by Bev of Flamingo Toes! It has alll my favorite things – ric rac and pom poms and gingham and a good pun. It would make the cutest Valentine’s art, or … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrapbusting mini charm square quilt block
Cath at Wombat Quilts shares a tutorial for making a couple of quilt blocks that are perfect for using your mini charm squares or small scraps. Each block is made from 2 1/2″ squares of fabric, plus some larger strips … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Sleep shirt
I don’t buy sleepwear very often, but when I do I’m always disappointed with the selection. It’s either too cutesy, or too sexy, or poorly made. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a free pattern and tutorial … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Camper van hoop art
Celebrate your wanderlust with this camper van embroidery hoop art! Vicky from Vicky Myers Creations shares a free pattern and tutorial. The design would also be great to put on the front of a pillow or tote bag – especially … Read More...