Teresa from Dandelion Drift shows how she made this maxi dress out of a jersey knit sheet. It has short sleeves, a blouson bodice, and a full gathered skirt. She used the sheet because it’s an inexpensive source of knit … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux button placket
When you want to add the look of a button placket but you don’t need the functionality, a faux button placket may be the way to go. Amy from Sews N Bows shows how you can make one. The faux … Read More...
Idea file: Quilted faux leather patches on a sweatshirt
Liz from Cotton & Curls shows an easy way to update a plain sweatshirt. She sewed quilted faux leather patches to the sleeves. She didn’t have to do a lick of quilting, though. The faux leather came pre-quilted, so all … Read More...
Tutorial: Trick or treat bag with a Velcro spider web
Merriment Design shows how to make a trick or treat bag with a Velcro spider web embellishment. It’s a sturdy tote bag, fully lined, with boxed corners. The bottom has a plastic (or cardboard) insert to help it hold its … Read More...
Free pattern: Sequined bolero
Anna from Plan B celebrates her 1 year blogging anniversary with a free pattern for this gorgeous sequined bolero. Holiday parties will be here before you know it, and this would be just the thing to wear to add a … Read More...
Tutorial: Boy’s Henley with repurposed placket and collar
The placket and collar on this boy’s Henley top are actually repurposed from a man’s shirt. Heather from Feather’s Flights shows how to do it. She used a man’s shirt with snap closures, but this work equally well with a … Read More...
Tutorial: House slipper flip flops
Onelmon shows how she turned a pair of house slippers into flip flops. They keep the soft soles of the slippers, but the flip flops are more comfortable for her to slip on and wear around the house. The straps … Read More...
Free pattern: Fleece kitty cat hat
Jen from iCandy Handmade shares a free pattern for making a child’s fleece kitty cat hat. It’s sooo cute!! She made it as part of her daughter’s cheetah costume for Halloween. It covers the ears and ties under the chin, … Read More...
Tutorial: Color blocked sweatheart neck sweater
Marta from 2nd Funniest Thing made this color blocked sweetheart neck sweater out of three thrifted sweaters. I love it! The piecing gives the impression of a plunged sweetheart neck, but it remains a warm long-sleeved layer for winter. She … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s mermaid costume, for Halloween or dress-up
Celina from Petit a Petit & Family shares a tutorial over at The Sewing Rabbit showing how to make a mermaid costume for a little girl. The mermaid tail is a wrap skirt covered in iridescent scales cut from shimmery … Read More...
Tutorial: Wine tote from an old t-shirt
We’re closing in on Halloween, and Thanksgiving and holiday party going will be here before you know it. A bottle of wine is a favorite hostess gift. Jane from Maiden Jane shows how you can make a wine tote out … Read More...
Tutorial: Tea bag pouch shaped like a tea cup
Katie from Punk Projects shares a tutorial for making her “My Cup of Tea” tea bag pouch. It’s a zippered pouch shaped like a tea cup that will hold a selection of tea bags to take with you. She made … Read More...
Tutorial: Organize your sewing patterns like the fabric stores do
I collect far more sewing patterns than I could ever actually use. I buy them when they’re on sale, or snag them from estate sales, or order them online with full intention of sewing them up right away. Riiiiight. But … Read More...
Free pattern: Cuffed pajama pants for toddlers
Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional guest blogs over at Birch Fabrics with a free pattern for making a pair of cuffed pajama pants for toddlers. They’re made from a soft flannel. They work equally well for boys or for … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a faux fur collar to a t-shirt
Vanessa from Punkin Patterns shares a PDF tutorial over at Pellon showing how to add a faux fur collar to a t-shirt or blouse. It’s a cute look for fall and winter wear. Her tutorial shows how to draft a … Read More...
Tutorial: Midi circle skirt
Liz at Cotton and Curls shares a tutorial for making a midi circle skirt. The midi length comes just below the knee. A circle skirt flares from the waist out to the hem, so the longer length means a fuller … Read More...
Free pattern: Fox coffee sleeve
Staci from Crafty Stacishares her free coffee sleeve pattern for the month. This month, it’s a cute fox that wraps around your coffee cup to keep your hands from getting burned. LOVE!! It would make a great gift for … Read More...
Tutorial: Decorative stitch sampler pillow
The decorative stitches on my machine are awful pretty but rarely used. 99.999% of the time, I stick to functional stitches like straight stitch, zig zag, or blind hem. This color blocked throw pillow puts those decorative stitches to use. … Read More...
Free pattern: Little girl ruffled skirt with attached leggings
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shares a free pattern for making a little girl’s ruffle skirt with leggings attached. The skirt has three rows of ruffles for maximum twirl and flounce, and the attached leggings keep her daughter’s legs warm … Read More...
Tutorial: Patchwork serger mat with a thread catcher
Tonya from The Crafty Mummy shows how to make a pretty patchwork mat that sits underneath your serger or overlocker and has a bag attached to catch your scraps. This would also be a nice accessory for a regular sewing … Read More...