It takes just a few easy steps to turn a button up shirt into a pillow cover. Jann from Newton Custom Interiors shares a tutorial at So Sew Easy showing how to do it. The button placket down the front … Read More...
Free pattern: Repurposed baby blanket drool bib
Shannon from Little Kids Grow has tried out many a fabric for drool bibs for her babies. It turns out her favorite fabric is actually a repurposed flannel baby blanket
. The small blankets don’t get much use after baby … Read More...
Free pattern: Long hooded cloak
Cloaks and capes add mystery and drama to Halloween costumes, not to mention an extra layer of warmth in case it turns cold. Angel from Fleece Fun shows how you can make a long hooded cloak. It’ll work for a … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY bean bags
The weight of a bean bag makes it perfect for kids’ toss and tag games. Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co.o. shows how you can make your own bean bags. It’s a project the whole family can help create, … Read More...
Tutorial: Reusable fabric Christmas cards
Here’s a Christmas card that won’t get thrown out, or take up space in a drawer for ever and ever. It’s a reusable card made from fabric! Jill from Creating My Way To Success shows how you can make one. … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric stag head
Claire from Pillar Box Blue shows how you can make a fabric stag head to decorate your walls. Her tutorial includes a pattern you can use. You can make them in any print, though bright colors and bold designs play … Read More...
Tutorial: Pretty lace headband
Denise from DIY Crush shows just how easy it is to make a pretty lace headband. Just 2 easy seams! The bottom of the headband has an elastic hair band so it’ll fit snugly around your head. It’s pretty to … Read More...
Tutorial: Matching stripes on curved seams
Look at these matched stripes. On a princess seam! It’s matched stripe bliss. Justine from Sew Country Chick shares a tutorial telling how you can achieve perfectly matched stripes, even on curved seams.
Click below for her tutorial showing how … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy bound wool poncho
Sew4Home shows how you can make their Bound Wool Poncho. The simple shape makes it a quick, easy sew. It’s made from wool or other warm fabric, with edges bound with bias tape. And check out the jumbo tassels hanging … Read More...
Free pattern: Pumpkin applique knee patch
Stephanie from Swoodson Says added pumpkin knee patches to her son’s pants to turn them into cute Halloween wear. It’s a simple addition that creates fun Halloween themed gear. She shares a free template for the pumpkin applique and a … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern: Juggling balls
Stitch Craft Create has a free pattern for making a set of fabric juggling balls. They’re quick to sew up and can provide hours of fun as a juggling set or as bean bags. These would make a great gift … Read More...
Free pattern: Fabric masquerade mask
Sew4Home shares a free pattern for making a masquerade mask. The construction is super simple, with edges left raw, so you can spend your creative energy embellishing it up to fabulousness. Add sparkles, lace, feathers, whatever strikes your fancy. There’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Fleece button wrap cowl
M.E. from We Can Make Anything shows how you can make a button wrap cowl. It’s made from fleece, which is good for those of use who are knitting-challenged. It wraps around your neck twice and giant wood buttons
to … Read More...
Tutorial: Sock Hop poodle skirt for little girls
Janica from JaniJo shares a tutorial at The Ribbon Retreat showing how you can make a little girl’s poodle skirt. She keeps things simple by making it a basic gathered skirt with an easy elastic waistband, and makes it extra … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrap busting owl pouch
Jill from Creating My Way To Success shows how you can make this adorable owl zippered pouch – and use up some of your smaller fabric scraps in the process. Each of the feathers is made from a different scrap … Read More...
Free pattern: 123 fabric basket
Jennifer from Ellison Lane shares a free pattern for making her 123 Basket. It’s a largish fabric basket, measuring 8″ wide x 6″ tall x 5″ deep for organizing larger items. Handles on the side make it easy to pick … Read More...
Tutorial: Clear vinyl wallets
If you keep losing receipts and other small items in your purse, these clear plastic wallets can help. They’ll keep all your stuff together where they’re easy to grab, and the sides are clear so you can easily see what’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Super easy curtains in just 6 steps
If your curtains are leaving you feeling meh, why not make a new set that inspire you? They don’t have to be difficult to make. LiZ from Simple Simon & Co. show how you can make a new set of … Read More...
Tutorial: Exposed zippers, 2 ways
Pardon me, but your zipper is showing… Zippers used to be kept hidden, tucked behind seam allowance or inserted as invisible zippers. But exposed zippers are all the rage now, with the zippers left exposed where they become interesting design … Read More...
Free pattern: Boys long sleeved shirt with two sleeve options
Emily from Nap Time Creations shares a free pattern for a boys long-sleeved t-shirt with two sleeve options – regular and layered. You can make them for every day wear, or as pajama tops. (She gives a link to a … Read More...