Mayra from So Sew Easy shows how you can sew a bucket bag with a grommet drawstring top. The boxy purse has plenty of pockets on the inside so your smaller items are always easy to find. You can make … Read More...
Tutorial: Matching stripes and prints when sewing your own clothes
There’s a certain satisfaction that I get when I sew my own clothes and the stripes (or other prints) match perfectly at the seams. Matched prints are one of those details that make a garment look more finished. Melissa from … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Llama pincushion or Christmas ornament
This llama makes the cutest pincushion! Trimcraft has a free pattern and tutorial on their blog The Craft Blog. You can stitch him up from craft felt using only hand sewing. You can use him in your sewing room as … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Woodland racoon quilt
This woodland raccoon quilt is a free pattern from Shwin & Shwin. I’m loving mix of the modern geometric lines with the image of a woodland creature! Such a striking design! It’s a paper pieced design, though on a larger … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy travel organizer pouch from a washcloth
Kimbo from A Girl and a Glue Gun shows how you can sew a travel pouch to keep your toiletries organized when you travel. It’s super easy to make because you start with a washcloth, so all the edges are … Read More...
Tutorial: Halloween mummy softie
This Halloween mummy isn’t so scary at all! In fact, she’s really kind of sweet. Audrey Pettit shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how you can make one. They’re quick to sew and make cute Halloween gifts or … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Crossover hem for a t-shirt
Adrianna from Hey June shows how you can create a crossover hem for the next t-shirt or sweatshirt you sew. The crossover adds a cute detail to the hem, and it’s an easy adaptation to make to your pattern. I … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Little house bag
Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine created this sweet little house bag, and she’s got a tutorial and free templates for you. A little door and windows are appliqued on to the front of the bag, and the flap … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy way to hem pants
Hemming pants may be my least favorite sewing task. And I call it a “task” because it is truly like work for me. But as much as I try to avoid hemming pants, every now and then it just has … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrap fabric vintage inspired spool wreath
Pattern Revolution has a cute idea for using your smaller scraps. Use them to make a vintage inspired spool wreath! Instead of using actual vintage spools to make the wreath, small craft store spools are wrapped in “thread” made from … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Large zippered tote bag
Vicky from Vicky Myers Creations shares a free pattern and tutorial for making this large zippered tote. There’s a recessed zipper across the top and a magnetic snap pocket on the front. On the inside, there’s a patch pocket and … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric wrapped rope word art
Leanne from Organize and Decorate Everything shows how you can make this pretty fabric wrapped rope word art for your home. There’s no sewing required, but it’s still a good way to use up those long skinny fabric scraps. You’ll … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Scrap fabric bow hair tie
Oliver + S has a free pattern for making these fun little bow hair ties. They’re super easy to make and oh so cute! And, you can use your scraps. Triple bonus! If you’re already making a top or dress, … Read More...
Tutorial: Trick or treat bag made from a skirt
Kids grow fast! Last year’s Halloween skirt can become this year’s trick or treat bag with just a few easy steps. Denise from DIY Crush shows how you can create a trick or treat bag from a little girl’s Halloween … Read More...
Tutorial: Fat quarter fabric storage bins
These small cube storage bins are made from a couple of fat quarters! Michele from The Scrap Shoppe shares a tutorial at Crafts Unleashed for making these fabric storage boxes. Finished dimensions are 6″ x 6″ x 6″. They’re the … Read More...
Tutorial: Bandana baby bib
A bandana style baby bib makes a great baby shower gift! They’re easy to sew and are a stylish twist on a basic baby bib. Cat from Mary Martha Mama shares a tutorial and pattern for making one. Terry cloth … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Kawaii felt apple garland
Mollie from Wild Olive shares a tutorial at Handmade Charlotte for making this kawaii felt apple garland. The little felt apples have the sweetest faces! She includes a template for cutting the apples and adding the seed and face details. … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Felt alpaca hoop art
Ohhh, this alpaca hoop art!! Not only is it adorable with a capital “A”, but Bustle and Sew has a free pattern for you to make one. It’s hand stitched from felt, with a scrap of a cotton print used … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Lego Ninjago pillowcase
Lots of kids love Lego Ninjago. With the new movie coming out, there are sure to be even more Lego Ninjago obsessed kids. Amber from Crazy Little Projects shares a tutorial for making a Lego Ninjago pillowcase that’s sure to … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy magnetic dish towel
With one small addition, you can make a turn a plain dish towel into a magnetic dish towel that attaches easily to any metal surface in your kitchen. It’s easy to grab when you need it, and easy to put … Read More...