It’s no fun when a pair of jeans fits you in every way, except the waistband is too big.  Luckily, that’s something can be fixed.  The Creative Sewist has a step-by-step tutorial showing how to take in a jeans waistband.  … Read More...

If you know how to sew a cape, you can make a great Halloween costume.  Just think about how many costumes use a cape – a vampire, a wizard, a princess, Red Riding Hood, just to name a few.  Capes … Read More...

A pillowcase is quicker to make than you think!  You can sew one in just 10 minutes.  It’s an easy sewing project, well suited for beginners, and is a fun way to freshen up your bedding set.  Go to Scattered … Read More...

A great witch hat is easy to sew!  You can make an easy witch hat from felt, and it’ll take just 2 seams and about 20 minutes.  Bombshell Bling has a free sewing pattern you can use, and it comes … Read More...

A sweatshirt is your best friend when making Halloween costumes for kids!  Heather from Heather Handmade started with a sweatshirt and some felt to create this DIY Bluey costume for her child.  It’s a fun Halloween costume that wasn’t too … Read More...

Use your scrap fabric to make beautiful quilted pot holders!  If you’ve wanted to try your hand at quilting, these pot holders are a great way to try it out on a small scale.  Salvage Sister & Mister has a … Read More...

Do you love a good cup of tea? This DIY tea wallet makes it easy to bring your favorite teas with you.  It’s easy to sew using this tutorial from Sew Simple Home.  This would make a great gift … Read More...

Heather Handmade created this beautiful Princess Jasmine costume for her daughter from a couple of upcycled dresses.  She shows how she did it in a tutorial on her blog, including links to the patterns she used.  If you can’t … Read More...

This backpack doll carrier would make an awesome gift for any child who loves their dolls!  The child-sized backpack has a special pocket on the front to hold a doll so your kid can carry them around hands free.  And … Read More...

Add a split hem to the next shirt you sew with this sewing hack! Emily at Life Sew Savory shows how you can create a split hem detail to add to a sweatshirt or t-shirt. Head over to Life Sew … Read More...

Sew a large fabric bucket that’s perfect for Halloween decorating – or even to hold candy for trick or treaters!  There’s a free sewing pattern you can use at Heather Handmade. I think it would be pretty holding a … Read More...

In need of a new wallet but don’t want to buy one? Put to use that extra fabric you have and make a new wallet. Beginner Sewing Projects shows how you can sew this easy DIY fabric wallet. It’s easy … Read More...

A broken zipper doesn’t have to be the end of a favorite pair of jeans.  Instead of tossing your jeans, you can mend the zipper and keep on wearing your favorite jeans!  The Creative Sewist has a great tutorial showing … Read More...

A pillow shaped like a witch hat makes a fun Halloween decoration!  It’s easy to make from black fabric with a bit of lace or ribbon for the hat band.  Heather Handmade has a free sewing pattern you can use … Read More...

This fabric “exploding box” is a fun, clever and brilliant project and it’s so easy to do!  eSheep Designs has a tutorial showing how you can make one.  Taken from paper crafting, this fabric box gets its structure from Peltex … Read More...

I know we rarely like to talk about that time of the month, but its part of a woman’s life and why not make that time create less waste.  You can sew your own reusable sanitary pads with a free … Read More...

Add some flannel to your fall outfits with this fringed flannel infinity scarf!  Coral and Co. has a tutorial showing how to make this pretty fall accessory.  Her tutorial has variations for a longer looped style and a shorter cowl … Read More...

Many people like to use a weighted blanket to help ease anxiety or to help rest their bodies.  Mama Smiles has a tutorial showing how you can sew your own weighted blanket.  She made hers from some fun Harry Potter … Read More...

Use a free sewing pattern to make the cutest quilted patchwork apple coasters!  They’re the perfect spot to set a cup of coffee or tea on a cool fall afternoon.  You can get the free sewing pattern and tutorial from … Read More...

Upcycle some old jeans into a beautiful new pillow for your home! Vicky Myer Creations shows how to make an upcycled jeans pillow with a fall leaf design. She used two pairs of jeans – one with a darker wash, … Read More...