Get a better night’s rest with a sleep mask to help block out the light.  Chelsea at Sew Simple Home has a free pattern you can use to sew your own DIY sleep mask.  It’s a great project for using … Read More...

It’s easy to sew your own DIY twisted headband!  All you need is some knit fabric and a sewing machine.  Heather Handmade has a tutorial showing 2 ways to make a twisted headband – one has two pieces of knit … Read More...

This loose fit cowl neck sweater is just what you need for a stylish winter look.  You can make one for yourself, and it doesn’t require any knitting.  Mayra at So Sew Easy has a free sewing pattern you can … Read More...

Pants a little too short?  Heather Handmade shows how you can lengthen pants using a bias tape hem.  By using bias tape to sew the hem, you can use that fabric that is typically turned to the back for the … Read More...

This felt heart pouch is a fun little Valentine’s project that kids can make!  It can be sewn on a sewing machine or by hand, perfect for beginners!  You can find the easy sewing tutorial over at Sew a Softie… Read More...

AppleGreen Cottage shows how you can sew a lined tote bag in 2 handy sizes.  There are beautiful details inside and out, from a patch pocket on the lining to the double layer handles.  Finished dimensions of the small tote … Read More...

Tea towels make great gifts! People can always use another tea towel, and they’re so fast and easy to make.  Heather Handmade shows an easy way to make a tea towel from a fat quarter of cotton fabric.  She used … Read More...

This cute felt pig softie is a fun project for the kids!  Brandy at Gluesticks has a free pattern for this felt pig softie that kids can sew. It’s a great introduction to sewing.  With just a few pieces and … Read More...

I love the look of a sheer chiffon blouse, but I don’t much like having to worry about my bra showing through.  This double layer chiffon blouse solves that problem!  The top layer is a cute sheer chiffon, light and … Read More...

If the sweatshirt you bought is too long for your torso, it’s easy to crop it to get the right fit!  Cropped sweatshirts are also super popular right now, and you can DIY the look by cropping your own sweatshirt … Read More...

If you want to partner to ooze the 007 charm then check the tutorial and watch this video to learn how to make a bow tie in a few minutes using this easy bow tie pattern. Chances are your partner … Read More...

Shortening sweater sleeves may seem difficult because of the cuffs, but it’s actually not hard to do at all.  Heather Handmade shows an easy to to shorten sweater sleeves so they’re the right length for you.  And you can keep … Read More...

Use a fat quarter to sew a pretty tea towel that’s perfect for a last minute Christmas gift!  Melissa at Polka Dot Chair has a tutorial showing how to sew a simple fat quarter tea towel.  With a ribbon loop … Read More...

You can make this cowl neck pullover top in just a couple of hours and have a new basic to add to your wardrobe!  So Sew Easy has a free sewing pattern you can download.  The loose fit pullover top … Read More...

Add a turtleneck to a t-shirt to make it warm for winter!  Emily at  Life Sew Savory shows how to add a turtleneck to a shirt that you sew.  It’s an easy adaptation you can make to any basic t-shirt … Read More...