Doodles the Deer is a cute little deer softie who lives to stay warm all through a cold winter. He’s got a scarf around his neck and socks on his feet! He’d make the perfect handmade gift for the kids … Read More...
Tutorial: Sweet wool felt pincushion or sachet
These wool felt pincushions would make sweet gifts for your sewing friends! And for your non sewing friends, include some lavender or potpourri in the filling to make them pretty sachets. Minki Kim from Minki’s Work Table shares a tutorial … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Color blocked pocket tee for an 18″ doll
If an American Girl or other 18″ doll is under your tree this year (or scheduled to be delivered by Santa), check this out. Jess from Gracious Threads is sharing a free pattern at Fleece Fun for making a cute … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew an easy pencil or crayon roll
Here’s an easy gift you can sew for almost anyone on your Christmas list. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can sew a pencil or crayon roll. Or a knitting needle roll, or crochet needle, … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Sleepyhead Nightgown with a reindeer applique
Chelsea from GYCT Designs shares a free pattern for her Sleepyhead Nightgown, and a sew-along to show you how to make it. Her sew-along includes a free applique pattern for a cute little reindeer so you can make this a … Read More...
Tutorial: Peace and Joy Christmas pillows
Who couldn’t use a little more peace and joy in their house, especially during the hectic holidays? Emily from Life Sew Savory shows how you can these Christmas throw pillows with wishes of Peace and Joy on the front. The … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux fur collar wrap
Sew4Home shows how you can sew a faux fur collar wrap is as beautiful as it is warm. It adds extra warmth – and a touch of glamour – to your winter coat. It’s a stand alone scarf style wrap … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrappy patchwork mini hoop Christmas ornament
The more I sew, the larger my scrap bin becomes. I’m always on the lookout for a project to use up my scraps, particularly my smaller ones. Riley Blake Designs has a tutorial showing how to make this adorable patchwork … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt stove kitchen play mat
Kids love play kitchens, but they’re expensive and they can take up a lot of room. If you don’t want to spend the money or you live in a small space, or you just want a play kitchen that you … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrap fabric Christmas tree
Jules Madden shares a tutorial at Alisa Burke showing how to make these awesome scrap fabric Christmas trees. All those colors and patterns – and glitter, too! Plus, she shows how to get your fabric scraps to curl up on … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Christmas stocking
Handmade Christmas stockings don’t have to be complicated to be special. Emily from Life Sew Savory shares a free pattern for making a simple Christmas stocking. Choose two cotton prints to suit your decor or the personality of the recipient, … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Farmhouse style ruffle apron and kitchen towel
Head over to Blowing Away Out West to see how to make these farmhouse style Christmas aprons and decorative towels. The Christmas apron has three rows of ruffles made from coordinating prints. It would be pretty to wear while hosting … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Snow globe pillow cover
Living in the southern US, snow at Christmas has happened maybe twice in my lifetime. But a girl can dream, right? This snow globe Christmas pillow is my little way of having a snowy Christmas even it it’s still 60 … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Fur lined slipper boots
Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for making these fur lined slipper boots, perfect for lounging around on Christmas morning! The outside is made from an old sweater, and the lining from faux fur. They lace up … Read More...
Tutorial: Duffel bag with piped seams
Torie Jayne shows how you can sew a simple duffel bag with piped seams. It’s a good size to use for an gym bag or overnight bag and works equally well for boys or girls depending on the fabric you … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Stitched snow globe Christmas ornament
Hang a little winter scene on your Christmas tree with these stitched snow globe ornaments! Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a free pattern and tutorial. They’re made from fabric and felt with free motion stitching to outline the shapes. Sooo … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrap fabric Christmas tree sign
Kim from Bugaboo City used scrap fabrics to make the Christmas trees on this wooden sign. As a costumer, she has a healthy stash of scraps in different textures and colors. If your stash doesn’t have the more richly textured … Read More...
Tutorial: 3 ways to make labels for your handmade clothing
Just like the tags in the clothing you buy, tags in the clothing tells the wearer who made the garment. They might also tell what size it is, or they can mark the back of the garment (especially important for … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux fur Christmas tree skirt
This faux fur Christmaas tree skirt is a beautiful finish for your Christmas tree! Alicia from Sew What Alicia has a tutorial showing how you can make one. The top is made from a faux fur and it’s lined with … Read More...
Tutorial: Upcycled sweater Christmas tree pillow
Claire from Pillar Box Blue shares a tutorial for making this cute pom pom Christmas tree pillow from an upcycled sweater. She used a green wool sweater which she felted before turning it into a pillow shaped like a Christmas … Read More...