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Pam from Threading My Way shows how to do scribbly stitching applique that works well for stitching around tiny or complex applique pieces. It might also be referred to as wonky stitching or sketchy stitching. It looks like free motion … Read More...
Sara from Radiant Home Studio shows how you can make a beautiful kantha needle book like this one. The fabric is pieced from small scraps of fabric – no rules, no matching corners, just sewn together. Kantha inspired running stitches … Read More...
I am totally diggin’ on these metallic reverse stenciled leaf print pillows made by Aunt Peaches. She shares a tutorial at I Love To Create showing how she created them. There’s no sewing required. They’re purchased pillowcases made over … Read More...
Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shows how you can make this insulated travel snack bag. The insulation will help keep your snacks cool. She made it for her young son to take to day care. But it doesn’t have … Read More...
Wear a bow on your wrist when you put on a pretty fabric bow bracelet. Melissa Mortenson from Polkadot Chair shares a tutorial over at Riley Blake Designs showing how you can make them. This is a good project to … Read More...
Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how you can make a swim cover up poncho. It’s quick and easy to make out of a beach towel. It has a deep slit at the neck so it slides over … Read More...
Summer is flip flop season! Ashlee from My So Called Crafty Life shares a tutorial at Mod Podge Rocks showing how you can create these scrap fabric flip flops – with no actual sewing required. This project uses the tiniest … Read More...
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can make a few easy adjustments to a basic peasant top to make a babydoll dress. I’m so happy to see this! I rocked the babydoll dress back in … Read More...
Cheryl from Sew Can Do shows how you can make this duffel that’s perfect for packing for a weekend trip. She calls it the Bon Voyage Travel Duffel Bag. She was able to fit 5 full outfits in the one … Read More...
Becky and Kari share a video showing how you can make a simple flannel receiving blanket. It’s a lightweight flannel blanket perfect for summertime. This is such a quick, easy project! I This could be your go-to last minute baby … Read More...
Meghan from Blitsy shares a cool tutorial and some crafty inspiration with this neon pineapple apron. There’s no sewing required. The pineapples were originally a pair of rather loud leggings. She didn’t care for the leggings or the fabric overall, … Read More...
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shares a tutorial for making this zip up wallet. It has plenty of pockets on the inside to hold everything that needs keeping up with. Small pockets hold credit cards or ID, and a large … Read More...
Deby from So Sew Easy uses stripes to great effect in her Moved to Tiers maxi skirt. She shares a free pattern for it on her blog. The skirt is made from lightweight striped knit fabric pieced at angles to … Read More...
Summer evenings are the perfect time to take your dining outside, either a daytime picnic at the park or an evening meal on your patio. Whatever the setting, these flatware pockets will make it easier to keep up with your … Read More...
Lindsey from Fort Worth Fabric Studio shows how you can make this patriotic 4th of July banner. The flags are fabric circles with alternating red and blue stars appliqued on them. Hang it on your front porch, or from your … Read More...
Whenever we go for a picnic, I find myself looking for a blanket. One that’s not too precious to sit on the ground, but still nice enough to feel festive. Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial at Lil Luna … Read More...
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can make a girl’s handkerchief hem dress. It’s a pretty play dress, with a simple sleeveless bodice and a layered handkerchief skirt. She uses her Fiesta Frock pattern (free) … Read More...
Kendra from Simply {Darr}ling shares a tutorial at Pink Heels Pink Truck showing how you can make these simple folded fabric blooms. She makes this a no-sew project by using fabric glue to assemble them. You could also use needle … Read More...
More and more multi-size PDF sewing patterns are offering a layered option that allows you to print only the sizes you need. No more trying to figure which line to follow when cutting it out! Hallelujah! Deb from So Sew … Read More...
Nothing is more frustrating when hand sewing as your thread getting all knotted and tangled. Now you’ve got to stop and either pick out the tangle or worse, find a way to end the thread and just cut it out … Read More...