Add puff sleeves to any t-shirt or dress pattern with this easy pattern hack! Emily at Life Sew Savory shows how to make puff sleeves from a basic t-shirt sleeve. It’s an easy pattern variation that you can use to … Read More...
Twisted Fabric Headband – Free Sewing Pattern
Sew yourself a new hair accessory for spring! This twisted fabric headband would be so pretty sewn up in spring florals. All you need is a half yard of fabric and a bit of elastic. Go to Orange Bettie for … Read More...
Carrot and Bunny Garland – Free Sewing Pattern
Sew a cute carrot and bunny garland to celebrate spring! It’ll be pretty hanging from a mantel or cheering up a front porch or patio. Chelsea at Sew Simple Home shows how you can sew one quick and easy – … Read More...
Upcycled Kids Leggings and Shorts Sewing Pattern
You can save a lot of time (and money) sewing kids’ clothes when you upcycle. Instead of buying yardage, repurpose the fabric from adult sized clothes that you no longer wear. Heather Handmade sells a pattern that you can use … Read More...
Adding Colorblocking to a Sewing Project
Colorblocking is a fun way to change up the look of a favorite sewing pattern or project. Melly Sews has a tutorial showing how to do it. Colorblocking not only adds color, but also shows off different parts or features … Read More...
Chapstick Holder – Free Sewing Pattern
Keep your lips protected from the cold and wind with this DIY chapstick holder! This project is simple and fun, and it takes less than fifteen minutes of your time, which makes it a great afternoon pastime when you have … Read More...
Clear Vinyl Zip Pouch – Sewing Tutorial
A clear vinyl zip pouch is great for organizing small things! The clear vinyl lets you see inside, and the zipper closure keeps things from falling out. All Erika Mulvenna has a great tutorial showing how to make a clear … Read More...
Easy Lace Headband – DIY Sewing Tutorial
Sew up a cute new headband for spring! This easy lace headband is quick to make and looks so pretty! You can make one in just 15 minutes or less. Head over to Easy Peasy Creative to see how to … Read More...
Felt and Fabric Bunny – Free Sewing Pattern
These bunnies would be so cute to tuck into an Easter basket or gift bag with some chocolates and other goodies! Gee’s Projects has a tutorial and free pattern you can use to make a simple felt and fabric bunny. … Read More...
Easy Fix for Jeans Waistband Gap – DIY Sewing Tutorial
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...
Book Review – Crafting With Flannel
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Crafting With Flannel is filled with creative ways to use flannel to make adorable accessories, home décor, bags, and … Read More...
2 Week Beginner Sewing Challenge
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-Minute Fabric Basket – Easy Sewing Tutorial
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...
Burlap Bunny Utensil Holders – DIY Sewing Tutorial
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...
Using the Needle Threader on Your Sewing Machine – Tutorial
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...
DIY Dog Bandana – Free Sewing Pattern
This DIY dog bandana is easy to sew and would look so cute on your favorite good boi! You can make one from a fat quarter or from larger scraps of fabric. Head to Heather Handmade for a free … Read More...
Bunny Softie – Free Sewing Pattern
This bunny softie would make a cute Easter gift! Lauren from Molly and Mama shares a tutorial and free pattern over at the Therm O Web blog for making these sweet little bunny softies.
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Self Binding Baby Blanket – DIY Sewing Tutorial
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...
Fabric Easter Egg – Free Sewing Pattern
Jazz up your Easter home décor with these adorable fabric Easter eggs! Get the free easter egg pattern from Hellosewing, and use your your adorable fabric scraps with this easy sewing project.
Be warned though, making them is addictive! … Read More...
Round Pencil Case – DIY Sewing Tutorial
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...