Did you know you can make your own fabric labels? You can! Linda from Craftaholics Anonymous shows how you can make your own fabric labels.And then you can use your fabric labels to mark all your handmade items. Let people … Read More...
Tutorial: Fringe table runner
A table runner is an easy way to freshen up the look of a dining space! Melissa from Melly Sews tells how she created this beautiful fringed table runner. She gives the dimensions she cut to make her table runner … Read More...
Free Sewing pattern: No-sew vinyl hair bow
These vinyl bows make the cutest hair accessories! Ashley from Make it and Love It shares a free template and tutorial for making them. You can often find vinyl in fun colors at the fabric store, or you could also … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy hooded towel
Bathtime is better for little kids when there’s a hooded towel to wrap up in after it’s over. They’re super easy to make from a bath towel and a hand towel. Amanda from Love & Renovations shares a tutorial showing … Read More...
Tutorial: 2-pocket pencil pouch
Sue Bleiweiss shares a tutorial at We All Sew showing how to make a pencil pouch with two zippered pockets. The two pockets allows you to better organize your supplies. And, there’s an elastic strap so you can attach the … Read More...
7 options for stuffing a pincushion
If you’re looking for a quick but satisfying project to make, may I suggest a pincushion? There are plenty of sewing patterns and tutorials available to make a pincushion any way you could imagine. You also have a choice in … Read More...
Free pattern: Anti Pickpocket Bag
Nothing puts a damper on a great vacation like your wallet getting stolen! Mayra from So Sew Easy has a free pattern for her Anti Pick Pocket Bag to help prevent that from happening. She designed the bag after her … Read More...
Tutorial: Heirloom Cinderella fabric pumpkins
These fabric pumpkins are so beautiful! The shape and coloring are inspired by the Cinderella heirloom pumpkin. Patti from Garden Matter shares a tutorial showing how you can make them from canvas dropcloth and fabric paint. I think I need … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric party hats with pom poms
It’s not a birthday party without the hats. Make them extra cute by making them yourself! Kerri from How Does She? shows how you can make fabric party hats with yarn pom pom toppers. They’re super easy to make and … Read More...
Tutorial: Citrus earbud zipper pouch
Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial at Lil Luna showing how to make this adorable citrus earbud pouch. It’s a cute way to carry your earbuds with you. Or if not earbuds, how about a little emergency cash or … Read More...
Tutorial: Wall pocket organizers in 3 sizes
If you’ve run out of space on your shelves, use your walls to help organize your office or craft room! Nancy Zieman shares a tutorial at Sew Mama Sew showing how you can sew these wall pocket organizers. Her tutorial … Read More...
Tutorial: How to rip out a serged seam
I don’t think enjoys ripping out a seam. But ripping out a serged seam? That’s REALLY no fun! All those threads, and that stretchy fabric makes for a tedious job. But Denise from DIY Crush shows her easy method for … Read More...
Free pattern: Fat quarter purse
This free purse pattern from Vanessa of Tried & True is easy to make and fat quarter friendly. You’ll need two coordinating fat quarters – one for the outside and one for the lining. There’s a pocket on the … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Easy faux leather book covers
Amy from Ameroonie Designs shares a tutorial at The Ribbon Retreat showing how you can make these awesome faux leather book covers. They’re super easy to make from faux leather or vinyl, with a strap of fold over elastic wrapping … Read More...
Tutorial: Diaper pocket caddy
Bonnie from Whisk ‘Em shows how you can sew a diaper pocket caddy. The fabric organizer hangs on the back of a crib and has pockets for diapers and wipes and other toiletries you need to keep at hand. When … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy travel makeup bag
Who wants to lug around a big makeup bag when traveling light? Ann from Duct Tape and Denim shows how you can make a travel makeup bag that’s just big enough to pack your essentials. You can keep the big … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a patchwork pincushion from your tiniest fabric scraps
Here’s a quick project to use up some of your smallest scraps! Heather from The Sewing Loft t shows how you can use them to make this pretty patchwork pincushion. A strip of patchwork across the pincushion showcases your scraps.… Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Stray sock dog softie
Don’t throw away that stray sock! Turn it into a cute little dog softie! Jill from Creating My Way To Success shares a tutorial showing how. You can make the whole softie from just the one sock. Once you master … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Smock apron with big pockets
Becky from Patchwork Posse shows how you can sew a smock apron with big pockets. The short full apron is gathered on to a bodice that sits high on the chest for good coverage. She gave it shoulder straps rather … Read More...
Tutorial: Gorgeous lace and tulle rosettes
Editor’s note: I originally published this as a no-sew project, but there is actually a small amount of hand sewing required in the last step. I have corrected the post to show this as an easy hand sewing project.
Maya … Read More...