Look, a skirt from a jacket! This DIY is by Geneva from A Pair & A Spare. It’s a simple refashion that doesn’t require a pattern or sewing any complicated closures. Men’s jackets work well for this, as you’ll need … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY contrast shoulder blouse
Shirts with contrast shoulders are trendy. I saw them all over the stores when I went shopping with my daughter last weekend. Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can DIY the look, starting with a plain shirt and … Read More...
Tutorial: Velcro bedskirt
Hide an ugly metal bedframe with a bedskirt! Mandi from A Beautiful Mess shows how you can make a bedskirt that attaches with Velcro. I’m loving the Velcro idea because, really, who wants to remove a mattress every time … Read More...
Tutorial: Ribbon tie tablet case
The ribbon tie makes a pretty bow at the top of this tablet case. It also makes it an easy sewing project. Bev from Flamingo Toes guest blogs at Lil’ Luna showing how you can make one. A pocket on … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: DIY Bolder Band style exercise headband
Bite Sized Biggie shows how you can make your own Bolder Band style headband. The stretchy headband holds your hair out of your face while exercising. She used fabric from a pair of athletic pants, but you could also use … Read More...
Tutorial: Long ruffled scarf
Sew4Home shows how you can make a long ruffled scarf. An elastic casing running down the middle of the scarf create the long ruffles. A rayon challis is a nice fabric to use for this – it’s soft against the … Read More...
Tutorial: Tied fabric scrap wreath
Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine shows how you can make a tied fabric scrap wreath. Make it in earth tones for a lovely autumn wreath! All you need is gardening wire (or a clothes hanger) and strips of … Read More...
Tutorial: Drapey boxy tee made easy
This drapey boxy tee is perfect for everyday wear. Pair it with some skinnies and you’re dressed and looking good. You could spend a bunch of money to buy them, or you can make them yourself. Portia from Makery shows … Read More...
Tutorial: Hand tied snuggle blanket
Chris from Made By ChrissieD shows how you can make a hand tied snuggle blanket. It makes a great gift for a new baby or a young child. It’s lined with a Sherpa fleece, which is soft and warm and … Read More...
Tutorial: Save time when making a bag by interfacing all pieces in one step
Deby from So Sew Easy has just shared a time saving tip for making bags. She fuses the interfacing on all of her pieces in just one step. Interfacing the pieces individually takes so much time, so I’m happy to … Read More...
Tutorial: Zippered pencil pouch on an elastic book wrap
Saltymom shows how you can make this zippered pencil pouch on an elastic band you can wrap around a journal. The pouch is unlined so it’s super simple to make. The wide elastic is the same kind you’d use for … Read More...
Free pattern: Ollie & Olivia sleepy time owl softies
Sew4Home shares a free pattern for making their Ollie & Olivia Sleepy Time Stuffed Owls. They’re made from fleece so they’re extra huggable. Make them from bright colors and fun prints to give them cheery personalities. Finished dimensions are 18″ … Read More...
Tutorial: Trick or treat bag with two compartments
Everyone has their favorite trick or treat candy, and this bag lets you separate the good stuff from the even better stuff. Hancock Fabrics shares a tutorial on their blog, The Stitch, showing how to make one. This could also … Read More...
Free pattern: Amy paneled pencil skirt
Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shares a free pattern for her Amy paneled pencil skirt. It’s made from 6 panels and has a slit at one of the sides. The panels allow for shaping the the skirt to your … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy tassel pumpkin pillow
Kelli and Kristi from Lolly Jane show how to make this fall throw pillow with a burlap pumpkin applique. The details on this pillow are rich with texture. The pumpkin applique is made from burlap, with edges left raw. And … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Easy looped knit headband
Stretchy looped headbands are quick and easy to make. Skip to My Lou shares a tutorial showing how you can make it. You’ll need two pieces just 4″ x 10″ which makes this a great project for using smaller pieces … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY Hiccup costume
I am in awe of this Hiccup costume (from How To Train Your Dragon 2)! Ashley from Make It and Love It made it for her son, and she shares a tutorial showing how she made it. It’s made … Read More...
Tutorial: Hooded baby bath towel and washcloth gift set
This hooded towel and matching washcloth makes a wonderful gift set for a new baby! Sew4Home shows how you can make them. Make them from a soft terry cloth, with a hood from a fun cotton print and contrast bias … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a corn bag to soothe sore muscles
Patti from Garden Matter shows how you can make a corn bag to soothe your sore muscles. It’s a small fabric pillow filled with corn. You can heat it up in the microwave to make a warm pack to help … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Pom pom fleece hat for kids
Denise from DIY Crush shares a free pattern for making this simple pom pom fleece hat. The shape is simple and the sewing is easy. The two big pom poms at the ears make it extra cute. Her free pattern … Read More...