Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a pattern for making this pink lemonade summertime hoop art. It’s an adorable design and it reminds me of summers spent at my grandparents’ house when I was a kid, where the 4th of July … Read More...
Tutorial: Turn your old shorts into an A-line skirt with godets
Lisa from Cucicucicoo shows how she refashioned a pair of shorts into an A-line skirt. The shorts weren’t really her style and they fit a little snug, so she cut them and added contrast godets to turn them into a … Read More...
Tutorial: Beach Duffle Backpack
Last week my daughter informed me she needed a backpack to carry with her to the pool. She rides her bike to the neighborhood pool and needs a hands free way to carry her stuff with her. Of course, I … Read More...
Tutorial: Burrito method for sewing a lined bodice
Sewing a lined sleeveless bodice seems like a simple proposition – until you start thinking about how you’re gonna get all those edges finished and the whole thing turned right side out. There are a number of methods you can … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Leather flower sunglasses case
Here’s a fun sewing project you can make in an evening. BurdaStyle has a free pattern for making this gorgeous leather flower sunglasses case. It’s made in an envelope style with a wrap tie. So cute and so modern!
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Tutorial and pattern: Off the shoulder flutter sleeve top
This off the shoulder flutter sleeve top is so summery! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a tutorial and free sewing pattern for making your own. Her free pattern comes in women’s sizes S – XL.
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Tutorial and pattern: Outdoor pouf ottoman
Sew up an ottoman pouf to add a pop of color and pattern to your porch or patio! Kara from A Kailo Chic Life shares a tutorial at The Creative Spark showing how you can make one. And though it … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Wood thrush felt bird ornament
Susan from Downeast Thunder Farm shares a free pattern for making this felt wood thrush ornament. Hang it in a window or perch it in a plant! Or, come Christmas time, he’d make a beautiful Christmas ornament. He’s made with … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Scrap fabric headband
Sew your fabric scraps into pretty hair accessories! Beth from SunnyGal Studio shares a tutorial at Craftsy for making these fabric headbands. If you don’t have enough of one kind of scrap to make the whole headband, you can always … Read More...
Tutorial: Easiest vinyl toiletries zip bag
Damjana from AppleGreen Cottage shows how you make the easiest vinyl zip bag. It takes just 4 seams! She made it as a toiletries bag for her son after searching all the stores for a waterproof zip bag that was … Read More...
Tips for efficient batch sewing
When I find a sewing pattern I love, I like to use it to make multiples. Because if one bag or shirt or dress is good, then 5 of them is better, right?? And once you make it through a … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a perfect patch pocket
Mayra from So Sew Easy shows how you can sew a perfect patch pocket. Whether you sew it to the front of a shirt or the back of a pair of jeans, her method will give you the crisp corners … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Women’s racer back summer tank
Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free sewing pattern for a women’s racer back summer tank. It has a high-low hem and gathers at the back so it’s loose and roomy, always a plus when dressing for the heat. … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a stay put hand towel
Heather from Feather’s Flights shows how you can sew a hand towel that will never slip off your towel bar. Use it in your bathroom or as a kitchen towel hanging from the handle of your oven. The ends of … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilted water bottle carrier
Whether it’s a day at the amusement park, a family hike, or even sports practice, summertime usually involves a good amount of time outside. Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine shows how you can sew a water bottle carrier … Read More...
Tutorial: Bamboo steamer sewing kit
I use a plastic tackle box for my sewing kit, but this sewing kit idea from A Spoonful of Sugar is so much cuter than my plain plastic box. She uses a bamboo steamer basket
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Tutorial: Hooded towel
Rachel from Smile and Wave shares a tutorial at A Beautiful Mess showing how you can make the cutest hooded towels. She made one for each of her daughters, customizing the hood designs to suit her girls; tastes. You can … Read More...
Tutorial: Make 8 half square triangles at one time
Half square triangles are a building block for many a patchwork design. Think of a square with a diagonal line between two opposite corners, and that’s a half square triangle. Shelly from Coral & Co. shows how you can make … Read More...
Tutorial: American flag ruffle pillow
Sew this cute American flag ruffle pillow for 4th of July! Coats & Clark Sewing Secrets blog has a tutorial showing how. Red and white ruffles make the stripes of the flag, and the stars on the field of blue … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrap fabric friendship bracelets
Got fabric scraps? Amber from Crazy Little Projects shows how you can sew them into fun friendship bracelets. Make them braided, or with three straight strands. Both versions are super fun and super cute!
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