When you order knit fabrics online, it can be hard to know if they will be the right thickness for your project. Most online stores will use descriptions like “lightweight” or “medium weight” but that’s kind of subjective. A more … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern: Starfish pillow
Sew4Home shares a free pattern for making this starfish pillow. They made theirs from a fabric with a coral print, in keeping with the nautical theme. Buttons accent each arm. There are a lot of curves on this pillow, but … Read More...
Tutorial: Covered button hair pins
Christina Williams shows how you can make these cute covered button hairpins. It’s a fun way to use up your smaller scraps of fabric. Clip 2 or 3 of them on some cardstock to make a pretty gift.
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Free pattern: Baby boy romper or Jon Jons
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a free pattern for a baby boy romper, also called Jon Jons or John Johns. The romper is an easy-to-wear one-piece outfit for baby, with buttons at the shoulders and snaps… Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric organizing bins or flower pots
An from StraightGrain shows how you can make these sturdy little fabric bins, great for organizing or home décor. They’re made from quilting weight cottons. What makes them sturdy is that they cover a container like an empty metal can … Read More...
Free pattern: Kids superhero accessories
When you’re a kid, all it takes is a little bit of imagination to become a superhero. But being a superhero is even more awesome when you’ve got the right accessories. Rebecca from Hugs Are Fun! shares a template you … Read More...
Free pattern: Divided tote bag
Sherri from Thread Riding Hood shares a free pattern for making this divided tote. It’s so pretty sewn in happy spring florals! Though I can also see it being quite sharp out of solids. The curved top is a nice … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girls ruffle trim nightgown
Cheryl from Sew Can Do shares a tutorial showing how you can make a little girl’s ruffle trim nightgown. The short sleeve, knee length nightie is perfect for spring and summer nights. It’s made from a knit fabric so it … Read More...
Tutorial: Spring tassel scarf
Lindsay from Shrimp Salad Circus shows how you can make a pretty spring tassel scarf. It’s made from a lightweight floral fabric, with handmade tassels stitched across either end. Her tutorial shows how to make the scarf and the tassels. … Read More...
Tutorial: How to set snaps
After nearly 15 years of sewing, setting snap
s still makes me nervous. I get confused about which pieces go where, and I have yet to master squeezing the pliers to get uniform pressure. I make my husband do it … Read More...
Tutorial: Linen and leather zippered pouch
Kelli from True Bias shows how to make her Linen and Leather Pouch. They’re zippered pouches with leather corner accents. What you use them foe is up to you. How about a cosmetics bag, pencil pouch, or small clutch. Finished … Read More...
Free pattern: Kids scalloped bucket hat
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shares a free pattern at eHow for making this scalloped bucket hat. It’s perfect to wear with a spring dress, or to the pool or the beach to keep the sun off her face. Her … Read More...
Tutorial: Sundress for an American Girl or 18″ doll
Surayya from Blissful Sewing shares a free pattern for making an easy sundress for an American Girl or other 18″ doll. It has an elastic casing top and shoulder straps, and uses only simple straight seams. You can cut the … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a crossbody tote from vintage quilt squares
Ashlee from My So Called Crafty Life shows how she created this awesome tote out of some vintage quilt squares. It has two sets of handles so it can be carried in your hands or across the body. The quilt … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew ombre halter top that can be worn 4 ways
This ombre halter top can be worn 4 ways. You can make one yourself, with no sewing required. Anne from WobiSobi shares a tutorial at I Love To Create showing how to do it. Her tutorial shows how to cut … Read More...
Free pattern: Cover for a Brother 1034D serger
Many of us have pretty dust covers for our sewing machines, but what about your serger? Sergers need love, too! There are all kinds of nooks and crannies for dust to settle in. Deby from So Sew Easy created a … Read More...
Tutorial: Pintuck mini wallet
These pintuck wallets look like they’d be a fun project to make. Heather from The Sewing Loft shares a video class over at Babylock’s Sew at Home site showing how to make them. Small wallets like this are always good … Read More...
Tutorial: Pleated midi skirt
Geneva from A Pair & A Spare shares a tutorial for making a pleated midi skirt. I think it looks quite smart and chic. Use a fabric with more body to create more dramatic pleats, or a drapier fabric for … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Curtain tie backs
Bekki from The Creativity Cauldron demonstrates how you can easily create a set of custom curtain tie backs to enhance your home décor. Whether you’re looking to add a personal touch to your living room, bedroom, or kitchen, these tie … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a kids name pillow
Little kids (at least the ones I know) love stuff with their name on it. Marni from Haberdashery Fun shares a tutorial for making pillows that are personalized with a child’s name. Make one as -a cute finishing touch for … Read More...