Thread is thread is thread, right? Wrong. While all-purpose might be the most common thread you see at the fabric store, it is certainly not the only kind of thread you might buy. Caroline from Sew Can She tells about … Read More...
Tutorial: Reusable fabric snack bags
Summertime is picnics and play dates, which means lots of take-along snacks. Lindsay from The Cottage Home shows how to make reusable snack bags from fabric. They’re perfect for dry snacks like crackers, Goldfish, etc. Wash them and use them … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew no-glue fleece pet bed
This soft fleece cat bed is a soft place for your kitty to nap. Southern Mom Loves shares a tutorial showing how you can make one, with no sewing or gluing required. All you need is some fleece, a pair … Read More...
Tutorial: Double pot holder with pockets
Why do they make pot holders so small, when pans tend to be so big? Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how you can make a generously sized double oven mitt. There are pockets at either end to … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Easy upcycled t-shirt dress
Beckie at Infarrantly Creative shows how you can make this cute 4th of July dress out of upcycled t-shirts. She found all of the shirts she needed at the thrift store (including the one with the 4th of July design … Read More...
Free pattern: Boho Chic Tunic
Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free sewing pattern for making her Boho Chic Tunic. It’s an easy style of top to make, and is so pretty to wear. Make it from a lightweight fabric that has nice drape, … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Simple all-purpose fabric headband
SewVery shows how you can make a simple all-purpose headband out of knit fabric. It’s wide on top but pleated at the bottom so it’s comfortable at the base of your head. The stretch of the knit will help the … Read More...
Tutorial: Tufted square patchwork cushions
Who couldn’t use a little extra seating around their house? A few of these square tufted cushions will do the trick! And, they stack neatly when not in use. Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making them. They are cute as … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a summer sling bag
Amy from Ameroonie Designs shows how you can sew a Summer Sling Bag to take along on your summer adventures. Whether you’ve got travel plans or will be spending the summer around town, this bag is lightweight and easy to … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Draft and sew a girls’ leotard
If you have a girl in dance or gymnastics, chances are you’ve bought a lot of leotards. Did you know you can sew them yourself? Sherri from Thread Riding Hood shares a tutorial at Craftsy showing how you can sew … Read More...
Tutorial: Frayed ruffle pillowcase
Cami from Tidbits shares a tutorial for making these beautiful frayed ruffle pillowcases. The frayed edges give such a soft finish! They make pretty throw pillows for your living room or porch, and they’d also make nice accent pieces for … Read More...
Tutorial: Recycled jeans patchwork bag
Recycled jeans make beautiful patchwork! And Jill from Creating My Way To Success used that recycled denim patchwork to make an awesome for herself. She shares a tutorial showing how. The strap is a recycled jeans waistband (how clever is … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: No-sew shoulder tied t-shirt
You don’t have to sew to make a great looking summer top! Anne from WobiSobi shows how you can make this shoulder tie t-shirt, with no sewing required. Start with a plain boxy tee, and cut and tie to make … Read More...
Free pattern: Knotted crinkle toy for baby
Kate from See Kate Sew shares a free pattern for making a knotted crinkle toy for baby. It’s similar to her knotted teething toy, but with crinkle fabric and extra fabric knots. This would make a sweet gift for … Read More...
Tutorial: Boho fringe necklace from knit scraps or old t-shirts
Here’s a fun way to use up your scraps of knit fabric! Holli from Hello Holli shares a tutorial at Petit a Petit + Family shows how you can make a Boho fringe necklace. The whole thing is made from … Read More...
Free pattern: Peek-a-Boo Pouch organizer
The clear pockets of this Peek-a-Boo Pouch organizes your smaller items, and keeps them where you can see them! Caroline from Sew Can She shares a free sewing pattern for making one. Inside the organizer are one large zippered pocket … Read More...
Free pattern: Coconut Summer Pajama Set for kids
The Coconut Summer Pajama Set is a free pattern from Melissa at Sew Like My Mom. The sleeveless top and shorts are made from knit fabric so they’re comfy for sleeping and for quiet mornings around the house. Her free … Read More...
Tutorial: Triangle pattern weights
If you haven’t ditched straight pins for pattern weights yet, you ought to give it a try. Cutting out patterns is so much faster (and I think more accurate) with pattern weights than with straight pins. There are lots of … Read More...
Tutorial: 20-minute shirred sundress
A shirred sundress like this is super easy to make if you use pre-shirred or smocked fabric. Jess from the Sewing Rabbit shares a tutorial showing how. Because the fabric is already gathered up for you, you can make a … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a wrist pincushion
Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine shows how you can make a pincushion you can wear on your wrist. The pincushion has a pretty flower shape and is big enough to hold plenty of pins and needles for your … Read More...