Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can sew a bow tie, and she’s got a free pattern, too! This is a real bow tie that you actually tie each time you wear it, not a clip-on or pre-tied … Read More...
Tutorial: Shoulder tie maxi dress
Cheryl from Sew Can Do shows how you can sew this simple shoulder tie maxi dress. It’s made from a lightweight knit fabric – two fabrics, actually, one for the main dress and another for the trim. You can make … Read More...
Tutorial: Mini charm square fabric baby blocks
Usually I’ve seen fabric baby blocks sewn up from charm packs or similarly sizes squares of fabric. And that size does make a nice large fabric block. But these blocks made by Alicia from Sew What Alicia are made from … Read More...
Tutorial: Boho short ruffle skirt
Woven jacquard elastic adds color and pattern to a simple gathered skirt. Sew4Home has a tutorial showing how to use it to make this fun boho short skirt. It has a deep ruffle at the bottom and a smaller ruffle … Read More...
Tutorial: Everyday Captain America Pillow
Here’s a project that celebrates our military super heroes. Therm O Web shows how you can create their Everyday Captain America Pillow. The cover is made from a military jacket or shirt, and the buttons open to reveal a Captain … Read More...
Tutorial: Patchwork composition book cover
Sew up a mini charm pack – or perhaps just your smallest scraps – into a cute patchwork notebook cover. Teresa from Dandelion Drift shares a tutorial at We All Sew. It’s a fun use of scraps and a great … Read More...
Tutorial: Card Kitty playing card holder
One of the hardest things for kids playing card games is actually holding the cards – and holding them in a way that no one can see them! Caroline from Sew Can She created this fabric card kitty holder to … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy padded sunglasses case
Sew an easy sunglasses case to keep your shades from getting scratched! Becky from Power Tools With Thread shares a tutorial at Moda Bake Shop showing how. The edges are left raw (but pinked) so the construction is easy. Batting … Read More...
Tutorial: Choose the right elastic for your sewing project
I tend to get a little overwhelmed in the elastic section of the fabric store. Knit, woven, braided – which one do I choose? Mayra from So Sew Easy gives the basics for the most common types of elastic to … Read More...
Tutorial: Patriotic pleated flag bunting
Holly from Southern Mom Loves shows how she made this beautiful patriotic pleated flag bunting to hang from her railing. Made from an outdoor fabric, it’ll look good year after year after year. Her tutorial includes instructions for a sewn … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Baby girl knit summer dress
Little baby dresses are always fun to sew! They go together quickly and of course they’re so stinkin’ cute! Jess from Gracious Threads shares a sewing pattern at Fleece Fun for this sleeveless knit dress for a baby girl. Her … Read More...
Tutorial: Recycled denim fringed chevron pillow
Vicky from Vicky Myers Creations shares a tutorial for making this fun chevron fringed pillow from recycled denim. Different shades of denim create colored stripes, and the strips of denim are all left raw so the threads start to ravel … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY beach umbrella bag
Hanging out on the beach all day is like a little slice of heaven. But you know what’s not fun? Hauling all that stuff down to the beach for the day! Lisa from Cucicucicoo shows how you can sew a … Read More...
Tutorial: Best method for clipping corners in your sewing
If the corners of your sewing projects always seem to end up rounded or squared when turned right side out, check out this tip! Damjana from Apple Green Cottage shows her method for clipping corners. Her simple trick gets those … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Magnolia summer swing dress
June is Sundressing month at Melly Sews. She’s got a whole month of summer dress tutorials lined up for us! Kimberly from Straight Stitch Designs kicks things off with a fun swing dress. Named the Magnolia dress, it has a … Read More...
Sewing Pattern:Trendy split back t-shirt refashion
Mary from Sew Much Love, Mary shows a cute t-shirt hack for summer. She splits the back and adds lace to the sides to give a boxy shirt a looser, swingier shape. It’s an easy refashion and totally on trend … Read More...
Best fabrics for sewing clothing
When you choose fabrics to sew your own clothes, you need to pay attention to more than just the color or print. Even more important are how the fabric behaves. Is it drapey or does it have body? Is it … Read More...
Tutorial: Repurpose embroidery motifs from damaged vintage linens
Go to an estate sale or antique mall, and you’re likely to find at least one little collection of vintage embroidered linens. If they’re in good shape, they make beautiful accents for a vintage inspired decor. But there will also … Read More...
Tutorial: Money clip wallet
This money clip wallet would make a great handmade Father’s Day gift! Art Gallery Fabrics shares a tutorial at Bernina’s We All Sew showing how you can make one. It has a magnetic clip to hold paper money, plus a … Read More...
Tutorial: Sewing knits without a serger
I bought a serger years ago because I wanted to sew on knits. Turns out, I could have done that without buying a serger. (I still looooove my serger though, so no regrets…) Cheryl from Sew Can Do has a … Read More...