A memory quilt other other keepsake sewing project can be made all the more special by including a photograph or other custom printed image. You can print those images on to fabric using an ink jet printer. Deby from So … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make and use bias tape
I think bias tape is a little bit magical. It’s looks like a just straight bit of fabric tape, but it can be easily coaxed into a curve. It finishes off raw edges neatly and prettily (especially if you use … Read More...
Tutorial: Patriotic flag bunting
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can make a patriotic bunting to hang on a porch or balcony railing. It’s probably too late to finish one in time for Memorial Day tomorrow, but there’s plenty of time to … Read More...
Tutorial: Make this nautical tote from a plain canvas bag
With some grommets and rope, you can turn a plain canvas tote into this cinched nautical tote. There’s a tutorial posted at The Things She Makes showing how to do it. You can purchase a plain tote at the craft … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a peasant blouse from a button down shirt
Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shares a tutorial at eHow showing how you can refashion a button down shirt into a peasant blouse. Just find a button down shirt with a print you like, and follow her instructions to remake … Read More...
Tutorial: Serged patchwork beach towel
LiZ from Simple Simon and Company shows how you can make this serged patchwork beach towel. She got all those squares of terry cloth from a pack of washcloths at the discount store. She used 15 washcloths to make one … Read More...
Tutorial: Hexagon fabric tray
I am loving this hexagon fabric tray! Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shows how you can make one. After she created a square fabric tray, she was inspired to make one in a hexagon shape. She used a precut … Read More...
Free pattern: Flirty summer skirt
Melissa from A Happy Stitch shares a tutorial at Andrea’s Notebook showing how you can make this flirty summer skirt. The short full skirt has a flat front yoke to minimize fullness at the hip. The back is gathered on … Read More...
Free pattern: Perfect Diaper and Nappy Cover
Dana from MADE shares an updated version of her Perfect Diaper + Nappy Cover free pattern. She published the original Perfect Diaper pattern waaaay back in 2008, which in blogging years was, like, forever ago. Her updated version has more … Read More...
Tutorial: How to replace a broken zipper
A busted zipper doesn’t have to send your garment to the trash bin. Heather from The Sewing Loft shows how you can replace the zipper and salvage the garment. Her tutorial shows two methods for replacing a zipper – one … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled duvet cover

This ruffled duvet cover is absolutely dreamy! Stef from Girl. Inspired. made it for her daughter’s bedroom. She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. She started with a plain white duvet cover and added the rows of ruffled … Read More...
Free pattern: Girls Everyday Boho Dress
Jen from iCandy Handmade shares a free pattern for her Everyday Boho Dress for girls. This is the perfect play dress for spring and summer! It’s a tunic dress gathered on to a straight toke, with cut on short sleeves. … Read More...
Tutorial: Zippered pocket tote
A tote bag is a good project for showing off a pretty fabric print, like the poppy print that Lindsey from Fort Worth Fabric Studio used in this bag. She shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. It’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Daddy Diaper Clutch
Years ago dads may have escaped from diaper duty, but modern dads are expected to change their fair share of dirty diapers. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to make a diaper clutch that dads won’t … Read More...
Tutorial: Shirred fabric layered waistband
Denise from DIY Crush shares a tutorial for making a pretty shirred fabric layered waistband. The waistband is shirred before it’s applied to the dress. A ruffle at the bottom of the waistband gives it a layered look. She shows … Read More...
Tutorial: Retro Diner Bucket Bag
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for their Retro Diner Bucket Bag. It’s a sleek structured tote with a cool chevron accent. They used sparkle vinyl just like you’d find covering the seat cushions of a retro diner. On the inside it’s … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew necklace tee
Anne from WobiSobi shows how you can make this no-sew Necklace Tee. All you need is a t-shirt and a pair of scissors. The cut outs at the neck can end up low cut, but you can layer it over … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple fleece quillow
Becky from Patchwork Posse shows how you can make a fleece quillow, a blanket that folds up into a pillow. It’s a quick, easy project when you use fleece, and it makes a great gift. Use it as a pillow … Read More...
Free pattern: Casserole carrier
Patty Young from Modkid shares a free pattern for making her Picnic Time Casserole Carrier. It’s fully insulated to keep your dish warm (or chilled) until time to be served. It has padded and reinforced handles for easy carrying, and … Read More...
An inexpensive but effective fabric marking tool
Fabric marking pens are expensive, y’all. At least the ones you find on the notions wall at the fabric store. Lauren from Pattern Workshop and Baste and Gather shares her fabric marking pen find. They’re inexpensive, widely available, and come … Read More...