Cat from Mary Martha Mama shows how you can fix the hem on a pair of pants using a blind hem stitch on your sewing machine. The blind hem creates a hem that is virtually invisible from the front, thanks … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a rope basket
Yellow Spool shows how you can make a rope basket on your sewing machine. There’s no complicated weaving technique required – just coiled rope and a zig zag stitch. If you’re wondering what kind of rope she used, it’s some … Read More...
Free pattern: Seer sucker & leather fold over clutch purse
Melissa from Polkadot Chair shows how you can sew a seer sucker & leather fold over clutch. The seersucker purse has leather corner accents and a zipper across the top. A short strap lets you carry it as a wristlet.… Read More...
Tutorial: Sewing machine needle organizer
I’m loving this idea for storing your sewing machine needles! Portia from Makery came up with this idea for storing her sewing machine needles using business card sleeves. Brilliant! She punched a hole in the corner so she can … Read More...
Tutorial: Soft fabric sock doll
Amaryllis from Ohoh Blog shows how you can make a soft fabric doll like this one out of a pair of socks. It’s a fun project you can make with the kids on a lazy afternoon. And after you make … Read More...
Tutorial: Summertime elastic waist ruffle dress
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shares a tutorial at The Creative Spark showing how you can sew a simple elastic waist dress. It hits just above the knee, with a deep ruffle around the hem. Made from a lightweight knit, … Read More...
Tutorial: Luggage handle wrap
A fabric handle cover will make your luggage easy to spot on the luggage carousel. Steph from The Silly Pearl shows how you can make one. The edges are finished with bias tape, which she also shows how to make … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt flower bouquet
How gorgeous is this felt flower bouquet! Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. shares a tutorial showing how she made it. It makes a beautiful bouquet for a wedding ,but it would be also be pretty as home decor. … Read More...
Freebie: “If You See A Seam Ripper” printable
If you see a seam ripper, now is not a good time. Can you relate? I sooo needed this sign last night! Working on a bathing suit for my daughter, I think I ripped and resewed each seam at … Read More...
Free pattern: Leather butterfly chair cover
Miranda from One Little Minute made a leather cover for an old butterfly frame chair. I am in love! If I didn’t have 5 cats who would claw it up a hot minute, I’d run out and get a frame … Read More...
Free pattern: Fish laundry bag
Fish laundry bags! Who knew laundry bags could be this cute? Caroline from Sew Can She shares a free pattern for making them. Make them in bright colors and fun prints. Or, use a mesh fabric and make it a … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: No-sew strapless t-shirt tunic
Make this strapless t-shirt to wear as a summer top or swim cover-up. Anne from WobiSobi shows how easy it is! There’s no sewing required, though if you wanted to tie back with a sewn up back you could do … Read More...
Too much fabric? Ideas for reducing your fabric stash
Contrary to all those memes floating around in internet-land, it is entirely possible to have too much fabric. When you’ve got so much fabric that you can’t keep it organized or it becomes a hindrance to your creativity, then it’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Pegboard rag bucket to organize your workbench
This rag bucket is made to hang from a workshop pegboard to hold the rags. The bucket keeps them from getting piled here and there, and you’ll always know where to find one when you need one. Melissa from Blank … Read More...
Tutorial: Turn a thrift store dress into a crop top skirt set
Thriftanista in the City made this flirty summer outfit with a crop top and gathered skirt out of a thrifted dress. She shares a tutorial showing how she made the transformation. It’s so easy and so cute!
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Tutorial: American flag patchwork pillows
Kristen from Create Kids Couture shows how you can sew these patchwork American flag pillows for your front porch. Her tutorial includes two variations – a traditional rectangular flag pillow and a heart shaped flag pillow. The patchwork is easy … Read More...
Tutorial: Device charger organizer pouch
Phones, tablets, readers… You’ve got to keep them all charged! And this little pouch will help keep those chargers organized. Courtney and Ali from Wives of Whitewood shares a tutorial at Sew Mama Sew showing how to make one. It … Read More...
Tutorial: 3 tips to help cut your fabric accurately
There’s a reason for the adage “measure twice, cut once.” Just about every sewing task can be undone and fixed if you get it wrong – except cutting. Caroline from Sew Can She shares her tips for accurate cutting so … Read More...
25 sewing projects for kids who love trucks
Know a kid who loves trucks? Stephanie from Swoodson Says has some sewing inspiration for you! She’s rounded up 25 sewing projects you can make for kids who love trucks. Her list includes lots of toys, but also quilts, bags, … Read More...
Tutorial: Personalized notebook cover with inside pockets
Abby from Sew Much Ado shares a tutorial at The Creative Spark showing how you can make a personalized notebook cover. It has pockets on the inside to hold a pencil or a small notepad or other small items. She … Read More...