This roll-up brush organizer has a zipper pocket at the end to hold items too big (or perhaps too small) for the tall skinny pockets. Sew4Home has the tutorial showing how to make one. You could easily alter the dimensions … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Women’s hoodie
When the weather turns cool, I find myself reaching for a soft hoodie to wear. Emily from Life Sew Savory has a free sewing pattern so you can make your own hoodie! Make it from a lightweight knit for warmer … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Classic witch hat
As far as Halloween costumes go, you can’t go wrong with a classic witch costume! All you need is a black dress and that signature pointy hat. Mayra from So Sew Easy has a free pattern and tutorial for making … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Spider Swarm Halloween pillow
If you have a cutting machine, you can make this spider swarm pillow. Amy from Ameroonie Designs has a tutorial showing how. The look is the perfect mix of creepy and Halloween cute! It would be impossible to cut all … Read More...
Video tutorial: Twist back sweater refashion
Tiffany from Paper Michey shows how you can refashion a plain sweater to give it a plunging twist back. The loose fit and drapey sweater is perfect for a fall transition wardrobe, and because you can make it from a … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Girls t-shirt dresses
Shelly from Coral & Co. shows how you can make these cute derby style t-shirt dresses for girls. They’re a whole lot easier to make than you’d think because you use a purchased t-shirt for the bodice. All you have … Read More...
Tutorial: Reverse applique deer head pillow
This deer head pillow will take your decor from fall through winter, especially if you use a cozy flannel for the deer design. Jess from Gracious Threads has a tutorial at Fleece Fun showing how to make one. The deer … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy raccoon costume
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shows how she made these adorable raccoon costumes for her daughters. Look at that fluffy racooon tail! She made the matching tops and pants, and kept them un-costume-ified so they can be worn as everyday … Read More...
Tutorial: Double-sided fringed flannel scarf
Fall is here and that means it’s scarf weather! Sew4Home shows how you can sew a double-sided fringed flannel scarf. It’s made from two layers of flannel so have fun mixing a fall plaid with solids and prints – or … Read More...
Tutorial: Jack-o-lantern Halloween throw pillow cover
Amy from Positively Splendid shows how you can make a cute jack-o-lantern Halloween throw pillow cover. It’s super easy when you use a cut out felt jack-o-lantern shape that you can find at most dollar or discount stores. On the … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew pumpkin pie Thanksgiving garland
This pumpkin pie garland is the cutest! And I’m not even the hugest fan of pumpkin pie. Julie from Less-Than-Perfect Life of Bliss has a tutorial showing how to make one, and you don’t even have to sew. It’s assembled … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Super easy applique tea towel apron
Sewing an apron is super easy when you start with a tea towel. It makes the perfect housewarming or hostess gift! Patti from Hearth & Vine shares a tutorial showing how. It takes just a few simple seams to convert … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a travel toothbrush holder from a washcloth
Stephanie from Swoodson Says shows how you can sew a travel toothbrush holder from a washcloth. The simple roll-up organizer has spots to put toothbrushes for every member of your family. Or, if you’re traveling solo, use the extra pockets … Read More...
Video tutorial: Waist cincher belt for costumes
A waist cincher belt is a versatile accessory for costume making. Tovah from Professor Pincushion shows how you can make your own waist cincher belt. It’s the perfect finishing touch for a wide range of styles of costume, from romantic … Read More...
Tutorial: Little kitty snap pouches
Bu Banana has a tutorial showing how you can sew these adorable kitty pouches. They’re the perfect size to hold ear buds or gift card or other small items. When they’re closed, you cat ears are pointing down, but when … Read More...
Tutorial: Shibori dyed fabric pumpkins
Alisa Burke makes the most beautiful fabric pumpkins using a shibori dying technique. She’s got a tutorial showing how to do it. The blue and white pumpkins are an unexpected and sophisticated diversion from the standard orange and brown autumn … Read More...
Tutorial: Enlarge a pattern using a smart phone
You know those patterns in the back of craft books that say something like, “Enlarge 50%”? Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can enlarge a sewing pattern without running to the copy shop or library to use their … Read More...
Tutorial: Basic embroidery stitches
You don’t have to be an embroidery expert to create beautiful hand stitched motifs. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can make some simple hand embroidery stitches that you can use to create lovely accent … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Bag organizer with plenty of pockets
It’s so easy to stash something in your purse, but retrieving it is another matter. Sometimes I think the inside of my bag is a black hole. Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine shows how you can sew a … Read More...
Tutorial: Girls fleece ruffle skirt
A fleece ruffle skirt like this one is super cute for girls to wear this fall and winter. And Jess from Gracious Threads shares a tutorial at Fleece Fun showing how you can sew one up. It’s easy enough for … Read More...