There’s no going to the beach without getting sand in your stuff. Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how you can sew a beach toy bag that allows the sand to fall out (but keeps your toys inside) so you … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a mermaid skirt in just 30 minutes
These mermaid skirts are so fun! Stef from Girl. Inspired. shows how you can make one in just 30 minutes! The design of these skirts is so smart, with a ruffle hem creating a mermaid tail effect. They are fun … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew vase filler balls
I’m always on the lookout for good ways to use my fabric scraps! Sondra from Sondra Lyn at Home shares a tutorial at Sugar Bee Crafts showing how you can use ribbons and fabric strips to make these vase filler … Read More...
Tutorial: Make travel storage bags from old pillowcases
Keep your suitcase organized with a set of travel storage bags! Pam from Threading My Way shows how you can make them from pillowcases. One pillowcase makes 2 drawstring bags and 1 envelope closure bag. Use the bags as shoe … Read More...
Free pattern: Fleece butterfly softie
This fleece butterfly softie is soo cute! You can sew one yourself using a free pattern that Alicia from Felt With Love Designs shares at Sew Mama Sew. Don’t worry if you’ve never made a softie before because this pattern … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrap fabric and felt coasters
Felt squares and fabric scraps are all you need to sew up a set of colorful coasters! Sew4Home has a tutorial showing how to do it. They’re super fast, super easy to make. You could make them even faster by … Read More...
Tutorial: Mexican dress tote bag
I love this idea!! Sachiko from Tea Rose Home shows how you can transform a thrifted Mexican dress into a gorgeous tote bag. I see these dresses quite often at thrift stores and estate sales and I adore all of … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew pom pom flag pillow
Check out this cute twist on a 4th of July pillow! Jennifer from The Craft Patch shares a tutorial for making this pom pom U.S. flag pillow. She made hers a no-sew project by using a purchased white pillow cover … Read More...
Tutorial: Make your own foam bra cups for a swimsuit
We’ve all seen the pre-formed bra cups that you can buy at the fabric store. But did you know you can make your own bra cups? Erin from The Sewing and Life Adventures of Emerald Erin shows how to make … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Faux metal buckle hair bows
You won’t believe what the buckles in the center of these bows are made from! I’ll give you a hint – it’s not metal. Lisa at Grey Luster Girl shares a tutorial at Make It and Love It for making … Read More...
Free pattern: Small fringed bag
Who wants to carry around a big ol’ purse during summer? Travel light with this small fringed bag by Mayra from So Sew Easy. She shares a free pattern for making it. With a chain strap, eyelets to attach the … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Hot pads from old denim jeans
Don’t throw out your worn out jeans! Stacy from Stacy Sews shares a tutorial at We All Sew showing how to make these pocket hot pads out of an old pair of jeans. The back pocket of the jeans gets … Read More...
Tutorial: Hanging pendant lamps from thrifted lampshades
Aren’t these hanging pendant lamps incredible? Mark Montano shows how you can make them using thrifted lampshades and your favorite fabrics. LOVE!!!! They are especially wonderful made with a mix of color and pattern. The tutorial is on his blog, … Read More...
Video tutorial: 3 ways to paint or dye fabric
Have you ever stood in the fabric paint/dye aisle at the craft store and wondered exactly what all those kits do? Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Andrea from Andrea’s Notebook bought three different fabric paint and dying kits at the … Read More...
Tutorial: Summer swing dress
Swing dress for summer? YES! The loose fit dress is perfect for hot days! And Teresa from Dandelion Drift shows how you can sew one for yourself! Her tutorial shows how to create the pattern and how to sew it … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Stars and Stripes 4th Of July hot pad
Staci from Crafty Staci shares a free pattern for her Stars and Stripes hot pad. It’s the hot pad of the month for June. The star in the corner is made with English paper piecing. If you’ve wanted to learn … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilted iPad case
Sew up an iPad case that’s as pretty on the inside as the outside! Caroline from Sew Can She shares a tutorial for her Pretty Quilted iPad Case. The corner zipper opens the case up wide so it’s easy to … Read More...
Tutorial: Picnic blanket tote bag
Make a picnic blanket tote bag to take with you to summertime picnics, park days, and firework displays! Bonnie from Whisk ‘Em shares a tutorial at Sugar Bee Crafts showing how you can make one. Keep it in the trunk … Read More...
Tutorial: Patriotic fabric wreath, no sewing required
Looking for a cute project for 4th of July? Check out this fabric wreath! You can make it with no sewing required. Kelly from Here Comes the Sun created this cute scrap fabric wreath for 4th of July. She shares … Read More...
Tutorial: Make your own shoes!
Nhi from Detective Houndstooth shares her latest sewing achievement – she made her own shoes! And they are SOOOO awesome! Color me impressed! If making shoes is on your bucket list as well, check out her post. She tells how … Read More...