A big bag will carry lots of stuff. But a big bag full of lots of stuff can also be uncomfortable with straps that dig into your shoulder. Sara from Sew Sweetness shares a tutorial on her blog showing how … Read More...
Free pattern: Wear Everywhere Skirt
Deby from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for her Wear Everywhere Skirt. The Wear Everywhere Skirt is a straight skirt with a single inverted center pleat. It’s a versatile skirt, one you can get much mileage from. With … Read More...
How much do fabric designers earn?
Fabric designers are the rock stars of the sewing world. Make pretty designs that get turned into fabric that everyone drools over – sounds like a glamorous life, no? Abby Glassenberg from While She Naps, and author of Stuffed … Read More...
Tutorial: Sweater pom pom hat
Laura from A Beautiful Mess shows how you can create an awesome pom pom hat out of an old sweater. Well, an old sweater and some yarn for the pom pom. They’re quick to make because the hem of the … Read More...
Tutorial: Falling leaves felt pillow
The beautiful falling leaves on this felt pillow have me embracing the cooler weather that has rolled in. Sachiko from Tea Rose Home created it for the Gift Items challenge at Crazy Little Projects, and she shares a tutorial on … Read More...
Tutorial: Burlap and lace table runner
Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial at The Ribbon Retreat blog showing how you can make this beautiful burlap and lace table runner. It’s the perfect mix of rustic and romantic. The burlap table runner is accented with stripes … Read More...
Tutorial: Makeup brush roll-up organizer
Lindsey from Fort Worth Fabric Studio shows how you can make a makeup brush roll. Or, adjust the dimensions and the pocket size and it could be a knitting or crochet needle roll, or a paintbrush or pencil roll. Whatever … Read More...
Tutorial: Troubleshoot your sewing machine before taking it in for repairs
Nothing can stop your sewing mojo like your machine needing to be serviced. You could easily be out of commission for several weeks, and that no fun! Annette from She’s a Sewing Machine Mechanic shares a list of things you … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s 1920s style flapper dress costume
Wen from What’s Mummy Up To? shows how you can make a flapper style dress for a little girl. She created the dress for a dance performance at her daughter’s school, but her daughter thinks its fun to wear just … Read More...
Choosing the right sewing pattern brand for your body type
We all know that pattern sizes differs greatly from ready-to-wear. Pattern sizing also differs greatly between pattern brands. And like ready-to-wear clothing, the best match for your body will depend on how that pattern brand defines their sizes. Rachel from … Read More...
Tutorial: Color blocked fingerless gloves
Surayya from Blissful Sewing shows how you can make these color blocked fleece fingerless gloves. They keep your hands and wrists warm but your fingers are free so you can grip a doorknob or a car key (or type on … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy ruched lace scarf
Stef from Girl. Inspired. shares a tutorial at Skip To My Lou showing how you can make this lovely lace scarf. It’s made from a soft drapey lace. Ruching at the center of the scarf shapes it nicely where it … Read More...
Tutorial: Color blocked zippered pouch
Ellen from The Long Thread shares a tutorial in the Holiday Bake Craft & Crochet Series at Skip To My Lou today, showing how to make a simple color blocked zippered pouch. Zippered pouches are a good all-purpose gift to … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make Roman shades for French doors
Cynthia from Meringue Designs and Deep Thoughts by Cynthia shows how you can make a Roman shade for your French doors. They’re made just like regular Roman shades, though with French doors you can’t use a 1″ x 2″ header … Read More...
Tutorial: Wool blanket coat
An cold snap had us all digging out our winter coats this weekend. It feels so early to be thinking about cold weather, but here we are thinking about cold weather. Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shares a tutorial at … Read More...
Tutorial: Drawstring fabric gift pouch
Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shares an updated version of her Fabric Gift Pouch tutorial. Originally published in 2011, her tutorial is now updated with better photos. The small fabric pouches are made with 2 8.5″ squares of fabric, … Read More...
Tutorial: Airplane Tray Activity Center
If your holiday plans include traveling with small children, this Airplane Tray Activity Center might be what you need. Trina from Will Cook for Shoes shares a tutorial at Sew Mama Sew showing how to make one. It slides over … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilted Wrap-and-Go Casserole Carrier
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making their Quilted Wrap-and-Go Casserole Carrier. The insulated carrier wraps around a casserole dish to keep it warm. Handles on the outside make for easy carrying. They give dimensions that will fit a 9″ x … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux fur vest
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a tutorial showing how you can make a faux fur vest. A faux fur vest adds drama (and warmth) to a fall or winter outfit, and they’re actually quite easy to sew. She made … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a keyhole neck to a blouse pattern
Jen from iCandy Handmade shares a tutorial for making a blouse with a keyhole opening at the front neck. You’ll need a basic blouse pattern. She shows how to adapt that pattern to give it a keyhole neck. It takes … Read More...