Don’t you hate it when jeans waistband gapes at the back?  There’s an easy fix for that and Heather Handmade shows how to do it.  You can add a bit of elastic to the inside of the waistband so … Read More...

The hardest part of learning to sew is just getting started.  All the new terms and techniques to learn, not to mention how your machine works, can feel like too much.  Is that you?  If so, the “Zero to Hero” … Read More...

15 minutes and one piece of fabric are all you need to create a simple fabric basket.  Use it as an Easter basket or as an organizing basket.  Paper & Stitch shows how to make one!  It takes just a … Read More...

This homemade Easter table decor is such a fun way to dress up your dinner table and give it a cheerful, festive feel. This sewing project is fairly easy and will yield pretty cutlery holders you can use year after … Read More...

Does anyone ever have trouble getting their automatic needle threader to work on their machine? I know I do! It’s so frustrating.  But Deby from Sew Simple Bags shows the trick to make it work.  She has a post … Read More...

Make a darling blanket for new babies! This self binding baby blanket tutorial from Adventures of a DIY Mom is easy to make and the best part is that it binds itself. The back of the blanket wraps toward … Read More...

This zipper pencil case is the perfect place to store your pencils and pens!  Easy Peasy Creative shows how you can sew a round pencil case like this one.  You can use your larger scraps, or use this project as … Read More...

If you need to make a baby quilt in a hurry, cheater fabric can be a huge help.  Heather Handmade has a tutorial showing how to use cheater fabric to make a quick baby quilt.  Instead of piecing together all … Read More...

Turn a twin bed into a sofa with this DIY daybed pillow.  The long cushion sits along the back of a twin bed to create a sofa back and arms.  Vikalpah created this daybed pillow so she could use a … Read More...

Once you start making your own bias tape, you’ll have a hard time using the packaged stuff from the fabric store.  There are just so many more options with colors and patterns when you make it yourself!  One of the … Read More...

Canvas or home dec weight fabric is a great choice for making zipper pouches.  The heavier fabric has more body that holds that shape of the zipper pouch.  Polka Dot Chair shows how you can make a beautiful lined canvas … Read More...

Reduce your use of disposable cleaning products with a reusable Swiffer duster cover.  Instead of using it one time and tossing it, you can wash your reusable cover and use it again and again.  Beth at The Renegade Seamstress shows … Read More...

Keep your books nice, clean, and safe with this practical DIY fabric book cover! If you love reading and you have a bunch of books, you also want them to stay in good condition so that you can enjoy them … Read More...

The more I sew, the more fabric scraps I accumulate!  Some people may feel okay just tossing them, but I like to save them.  You never know when that little bit of fabric is the perfect accent for a design … Read More...

These DIY knotted hair ties are so cute and so easy to sew! Easy Peasy Creative shows how to sew them up.  The knotted ties look just like little fabric bows for ponytails.  They take just a few minutes to … Read More...