Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can sew up this messenger from just one yard of fabric. And she follows that post with one that gives dimensions to make the same style bag – but smaller – and … Read More...
Tips for a successful sewing day
How many of us have dreamed of having a whole day – a. whole. day. – to do nothing but sew? It sounds like a fairy tale, but it can happen. Tonya from The Crafty Mummy has some tips to … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy shirred sundress
This shirred sundress is sooo easy to make! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a tutorial showing how. The shirring is stretchy because it’s done with elastic thread. The stretchy bodice and tie straps give the dress … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew jogger pants from a pajama pants pattern
Elizabeth fromSimple Simon & Co shows how you can sew a pair of jogger pants using a basic pajama pants pattern. She shows the few easy adaptations you’ll need to make to the pajama pants pattern work to make … Read More...
Tutorial: Boxy zipper pouch Dopp kit
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a tutorial for sewing a boxy zipper pouch or Dopp kit. This would make an awesome – and practical – Father’s Day gift! Or, make one for yourself to hold your … Read More...
Tutorial: Roll-up camp kitchen organizer
If you have any camping trips planned for this summer, you might need to make a roll-up camp kitchen organizer. I think this is such a smart idea!! It has spaces for all the kitchen essentials you need to bring … Read More...
Tutorial: Library book tote
Do your kids do Summer Reading Club at the library? Make a library tote to help carry all the books they check out! Jennifer from Ellison Lane shares a tutorial at Make Something showing how to sew one. The bag … Read More...
Free pattern: DIY tee pee tent
I know this is meant for kids, but I can’t help but want this tee pee for myself. Especially when it’s made from a cute fabric and has a pretty arrangement of flowers around the top. Angel from Fleece Fun … Read More...
Tutorial: Mini bushel basket picnic liner
Your basic craft store mini bushel basket becomes a charming picnic tote when you add a custom sewn liner. Sew4Home shows how you can do it. There’s a couple of fabric sleeves attached to the inside to hold utensils or … Read More...
Video Sewing Pattern: tutorial: Sew a V-neck band on a t-shirt
Adrianna from Hey June shows how you can sew a V-neck band for a t-shirt. It’s a video so you can learn by watching it done. Her video shows step-by-step how to sew the neck band and how to attach … Read More...
Free pattern: Mason jar flower vase pillow
Oh, I am sooo in love with this mason jar throw pillow! Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a free pattern for it at Lil’ Luna. It’s made mostly with machine applique, but accented with simple embroidery. It would be so … Read More...
Tutorial: Reusable mop pads from an old towel
Do you use a flat mop to clean your floors? Don’t spend money on replacement pads! You can make them yourself! Apple Green Cottage shows how to sew them from an old towel. One towel is enough to make several … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Make this tie-front blouse from a man’s button-up shirt
Just when you think there’s no new way to refashion a man’s button-up shirt… Geneva from A Pair & A Spare shows how you can make this tie-front sleeveless blouse out of a button-up shirt. It’s so easy and so … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Simple baby bow headband, with sewn or no-sew methods
Bow headbands are such a cute accessory for baby girls! And they’re easy to make, too. They don’t take much fabric, either, so you can use your scraps. Heather from Feather’s Flights shares a tutorial showing how, and she includes … Read More...
Tutorial: Drop cloth curtains for your porch
I love my front porch, but sometimes I want more privacy than the open sides provide. These curtains would certainly do the trick! With the flick of a wrist, you can turn an open space into a cozier place – … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple maxi skirt
Heather from The Sewing Loft shows how to make a simple maxi skirt. Dress it up or down all summer long! You can make one to your measurements with just a few easy seams. Once you see how easy (and … Read More...
Tutorial: Recycled jeans armrest project bag
Kat from Just Crafty Enough shows how you can make this armrest project bag out of old jeans! The project bag has a strip of fabric that sits across your couch or chair armrest, with pockets hanging from either side … Read More...
Free pattern: Faux leather & fleece sunglasses case
Sew4Home shares a free pattern and tutorial for making a sunglasses case from faux leather and fleece. The faux leather gives the case body and durability, while the fleece lining is soft against the lenses. They’ve sized the pattern to … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Summer maxi dress
Beat the summer heat with a stylish maxi dress! Troy from Thiftanista in the City shows how you can make a summer maxi dress from knit fabric. You won’t need a pattern because she shows how to make your own … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew an elastic waistband without a casing
Did you know you don’t have to sew a casing to make a covered elastic waistband? ModKid shows how to do it. You’ll sew the elastic to the garment fabric first, which stabilizes it so it doesn’t twist like it … Read More...