You don’t necessarily need wrapping paper or paper gift sacks to wrap gifts.  You can wrap presents with fabric!  It’s a fun way to wrap gifts, and you can reuse it year after year. And because the fabric stays a … Read More...

Always on the lookout for a good hat knitting pattern?  The book 10,000 Knitted Hats by Jo Allport has you covered!

This interactive pattern book breaks a knitted hat into three sections – the crown, the body, and the brim … Read More...

Make a fabric bow in any size to accessorize your sewing project and put your scraps to use.
This cute fabric bow is a beginner-friendly project to squeeze in less than half an hour.  Head over to Sewing For A … Read More...

How cute would your pupper be wearing an elf bandana at Christmas?  My Golden Thimble has a free sewing pattern you can use to whip one up. This Christmas elf dog bandana is easy to sew and so adorable!  Go … Read More...

A satin lined beanie like this one would make a wonderful Christmas present! On the outside it’s a warm sweater beanie, but on the inside there’s a soft satin lining.  You can sew one using a tutorial from Melly Sews… Read More...

An old wool sweater is all you need to make a pair of mittens!  Life Sew Savory has a free pattern you can use to make these upcycled sweater mittens.  The pattern is just one piece and it’s super easy … Read More...

Fleece blankets are fun to make and make great gifts.  With so many colors and prints available, it’s easy to make a blanket to suit someone’s personality or decorating style.  There are lots of ways to make fleece blankets.  Heather … Read More...

Use your fabric scraps to sew a pretty patchwork Christmas tree pillow!  Amy Latta Creations has a tutorial showing how to make this scrap patchwork Christmas tree pillow.  You can use your smallest scraps to create a colorful tree to … Read More...

This knot strap bag is so pretty!  And it’s also an easy sewing project, using just one pattern piece.  And it’s reversible! Melly Sews has a tutorial and a free sewing pattern you can use.  Choose two cotton prints and … Read More...

A snuggly soft robe makes a great gift for kids!  Robes are easy enough for a beginner to sew. Heather Handmade has a tutorial and free pattern you can use.  You can personalize the fabric to your child’s personality so … Read More...

These felt reindeer gift bags are a cute way to wrap up a Christmas gift. Plus, they’re reusable!  These reusable felt gift bags are easy to sew.  Kids will love seeing a reindeer bag with their name on it under … Read More...

Add a gathered sleeve to the next sweatshirt you sew!  Life Sew Savory shows how to make this fun sleeve variation when sewing a sweatshirt.  Her tutorial shows how to make this sweatshirt in both children and adult sizes.

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Sew your fabric scraps into an adorable quilted patchwork zipper pouch!  Amy Latta Creations has a tutorial showing how to make this cute project.  The patchwork is sized perfectly to use precut squares from a mini charm pack, or you … Read More...

When the weather turns cold, you can never have too many pairs of mittens!  Especially with kids in the house.  Heather Handmade has a free sewing pattern you can use to make fleece mittens.  This is a great project for … Read More...

Update your living room decor with some new throw pillows!  Cami at Tidbits has a tutorial showing how to make a beautiful DIY quilted pillow cover.  The simple diamond quilting design on a solid fabric creates an elegant accent for … Read More...

This pretty half apron is perfect for holiday baking!  It’s an sewing project and Sweet Red Poppy has a tutorial showing how to make one.  The tutorial includes instructions for making them in adult and child sizes so everyone … Read More...

A sleeper gown makes a great baby shower gift!  Melly Sews has a tutorial and a free pattern you can use to sew a newborn baby gown.  1 yard of knit fabric is enough to make a gown and a … Read More...

These felt Christmas trees would be so cute sitting on a mantel or decorating a side table! Heather Handmade shows how you can make them.  The stuffed felt trees are on acyrlic stands so they’re easy to place where you … Read More...

These knot bow hair ties make the cutest hair accessories!  And they’re easy to sew up from your fabric scraps! I Can Sew This has a step-by-step tutorial showing how, including a free pattern with three different bow shapes to … Read More...

Kids have outgrown their favorite t-shirts?  Don’t throw them away!  Stephanie at Swoodson Says has an easy sewing tutorial showing how to upcycle an old t-shirt into a cute drawstring bag.  And unlike a t-shirt, your child will never outgrow … Read More...