Lindsey from Fort Worth Fabric Studio show how to make a lip gloss cozy. It’s a small fabric pouch just big enough to hold a tube of chapstick
or lip gloss. She shows it on a keychain, but I think … Read More...
Tutorial: Appliqued apple pillow
Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl shares a tutorial at Therm O Web blog showing how you can make this appliqued apple pillow. The rectangular pillow has three apples appliqued on it, with bites taken out of them as they you … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage cloth baby book bunting
Ashlee from My So Called Vintage Life uses a vintage cloth baby book to make the sweetest bunting. Each of the flags in the bunting is made from a page in the book. It would make a special gift for … Read More...
Tutorial: Slouchy backpack
Donatella from Inspiration & Realisation shows how you can make this awesome slouchy backpack. The look is more sophisticated than what you normally get in a backpack. It’s made from a heavy linen fabric, with cotton for a lining. Extra … Read More...
Free pattern: Felt Spock softie
Here’s a project for all you Star Trek fans. A little felt Spock softie that you can sit on your desk. How cute is he!!! Alicia from Felt With Love Designs guest blogs at Punk Projects with a free pattern … Read More...
Free pattern: Girls swing tank top
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern to make a girls swing tank. The swingy A-line silhouette and pointed hem are a popular style for girls (and womens) wear right now. Pair it with leggings, … Read More...
Tutorial: Pincushion organizer and thread catcher
Elizabeth Hartman from Oh, Fransson! shares a downloadable PDF showing how you can make this pincushion organizer and thread catcher. The weighted pincushion sits on the side of a table, or perhaps the arm of a couch, with pockets hanging … Read More...
Cricut Tutorial: Leather cut out clutch purse
The construction of this leather clutch that Erin from Sewbon made is super simple – just two seams. What makes it stand out is the cut out design on the front flap. She shares a tutorial showing how she did … Read More...
Video tutorial: 3 steps to make an apron
You can make this stylish apron in just three easy steps. Simple Simon & Co. shares a video tutorial showing how to do it. The bottom of the apron is actually a tea towel, so the only sewing is making … Read More...
Tutorial: Color blocked drawstring bag
Nienke from Pienkel shows how to make a color blocked drawstring bag. She made this one for her son to take to school. He’ll use it to hold his gym clothes. Drawstring bags can also be used to organize toys, … Read More...
Tutorial: Beaded throw pillows without sewing any beads
Mark Montano shows how you can make these throw pillows with large beaded designs. And get this – no beading is required. Think of how long it would take to stitch all of those beads down by hand! Instead of … Read More...
Tutorial: Kids art caddy
Lindsey from Fort Worth Fabric Studio shares a tutorial showing how you can make this child’s art caddy. It has small pockets that hold pencils and crayons, and larger pockets to hold drawing pads. With a handle at either end, … Read More...
Tutorial: How to attach a sew-in purse frame
If you’re making a purse with a metal frame closure, your last step will be to attach the frame. Frames are either the glue-in or the sew-in variety. If you’re using a sew-in frame, Red Brolly shares a tutorial showing … Read More...
Lingerie supplies shopping guide
Just the other day, a friend asked me if I’d considered making my own bras. Her question came after my 10-minute rant about how larger retailers rarely carry bras in my size. My response was that finding the materials suitable … Read More...
Tutorial: sewVery Simple Envelope Pillowcases
Veronica from SewVery shows how you can make a pillowcase with an envelope end to keep your pillow tucked inside. The piecing is a fun way to incorporate several prints, and it also allows her to use a 1/2 yard … Read More...
Tutorial: Kimonos for the whole family
Mary from Zips & Darts shares a reproduced vintage magazine article showing how to make kimonos for the whole family. Mom, dad, brother, sister – all can have a hand made kimono! Kimonos are easy to make, requiring no pattern … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilted Pencil Box Pouch
Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. shares a tutorial at The Ribbon Retreat blog for making her Quilted Pencil Box Pouch. It’s a boxy zippered pouch made from a quilted fabric. Pack it with pencils and markers for back-to-school. Or, … Read More...
Free pattern: Little girls fancy detachable collar
Bernadette from Daisies and Dresses shares a tutorial at The Sewing Rabbit showing how you can make a fancy detachable collar for a little girl. Her tutorial includes a free pattern. Put it on a plain cardigan to make it … Read More...
Tutorial: Jessica sleeveless V-neck dress
Daniela from On The Cutting Floor is killin’ it with free dress patterns! Her latest pattern is the Jessica dress, which I think I may be in love with. It’s a loose fitting V-neck sleeveless knee length dress, nipped in … Read More...
Free pattern: Smart Like a Fox book bag
Heather from The Sewing Loft shows how you can make this Smart Like a Fox book bag, perfect for toting books to and from the library. She shares a free pattern for the cute fox applique, which is sewn down … Read More...