Trick or treating for candy is the best Halloween fun for many kids. But what if you’re a child with food allergies, and can’t eat the candy? The Teal Pumpkin
Project encourages folks to stock up on some non-candy treats … Read More...
Easy Laptop Sleeve – DIY Sewing Tutorial
With virtual, distance, and blended learning going on right now, there are a lot of kids carrying around a lot of laptops these days! Chelsea at Sew Simple Home shows how you can sew an easy laptop sleeve to help … Read More...
Draw Strap Backpack – Easy Sewing Tutorial
This draw strap backpack is an easy sewing project, and it’s an economical & comfortable design only using a yard and half of fabric. NO zippers, buttons or any closing notions are needed, but can be added if desired. You … Read More...
Fitted Face Mask for Glasses – DIY Sewing Tutorial
If you wear glasses, you’ve probably struggled with them fogging up when you wear a face mask. La Creative Mama has a free pattern for sewing a face mask made for folks who wear glasses. It’s fitted over the nose … Read More...
Stitch these Spooky (but Cute!) Spiders for Halloween!
These little spooky spiders can’t wait for you to stitch them into a paper embroidery card for Halloween! Paper embroidery, also known as card stitching, lets you combine your passion for sewing AND papercrafts in one project! Crafts With Sarah … Read More...
Reversible Crossbody Bag – Free Sewing Pattern
Sew a crossbody bag that’s reversible so you get two looks from the one bag! The strap is removables so it can also be carried as a clutch. So Sew Easy has a free sewing pattern you can use to … Read More...
Easy Reversible Fabric Placemats – Sewing Tutorial
A simple placemat is easy to sew, and is a great project for beginner sewists. They take just a handful of easy straight seams. And if you use different fabrics for the front and back, they’re reversible! Beginner Sewing Projects … Read More...
Spool of Thread – Easy DIY Sewing Themed Costume
This sewing themed costume would be so much fun for Halloween! Heather at Heather Handmade created this DIY spool of thread costume that shows off your favorite hobby. She’s got a DIY for it here. It’s a quick project that … Read More...
Ruffle Scrunchie DIY Sewing Tutorial
This ruffle scrunchie is a fun variation on a basic scrunchie, and would be super cute worn around a bun or ponytail! Violet at I Can Sew This has a tutorial showing how to make one. The scrunchie has … Read More...
How to Make Piping – Sewing Tutorial
Piping is used in a wide variety of sewing projects, from pillows to bags to clothing, because adds a nice finish, and sometimes a fun pop of color, to the edges. You can buy pre-made piping at the fabric store, … Read More...
How to Sew a Phone Pillow Stand – DIY Sewing Tutorial
Are you tired of having to hold your phone while watching a video? Then watch Hellosewing’s video tutorial and learn how to make a DIY phone pillow stand that will hold your phone for you from now on! This phone … Read More...
Blanket Scarf DIY Sewing Tutorial
A flannel blanket scarf will keep you warm and cozy even in cold weather. They’re easy to make from plaid flannel fabric with this tutorial by Heather Handmade. The sewing part is actually quite fast, and the rest you … Read More...
DIY Fabric Bow – Sewing Tutorial
You can a fabric bow quickly with a sewing machine or by hand! Use them to create cute hair accessories and more. Beginner Sewing Projects shows how to make them. They’re easy enough for beginners to make.
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Roll Up Pencil Pouch – DIY Sewing Tutorial
This roll up pencil pouch has places for all the pens and pencils you might need for school – or maybe just for an art project. There are enough pockets to hold a whole set of markers or colored pencils. … Read More...
Easy Reading Pillow Sewing Tutorial
What is a reading pillow? Also called a book pillow or pocket pillow, it’s a pillow to help you get more comfortable so you can read longer! What is better than reading in bed?
This DIY reading pillow tutorial by … Read More...
Micro Boston Bag Zipper Pouch – Free Sewing Pattern
How cute is this itty bitty bag! The Mini Boston Bag looks just like a smart city bag, but on a much smaller scale. Measuring just 4″ tall x 4 1/2″ wide x 1 3/8″ deep, it’s the perfect size … Read More...
Beautiful Sequin Velvet Hairbow – DIY Sewing Tutorial
This velvet hair bow is made even prettier with sequins sprinkled on it! Making Things is Awesome shows how you can create a beautiful sequin hair bow. The texture of the velvet is the perfect backdrop for the sparkle of … Read More...
Best Fabrics for Sewing a Travel Wardrobe
When sewing clothes to take with you on vacation, think about what kinds of fabrics will travel well in a suitcase. After all, who wants to deal with wrinkly clothes or (even worse!) IRONING while on vacation? So Sew Easy … Read More...
Kids Dress-Up Mermaid Skirt DIY Sewing Tutorial
Kids’ costumes are so cute, but rarely are they made to be worn for longer than a couple of hours. But these mermaid skirts that Heather Handmade created for her daughters are super cute, and also made to be worn … Read More...
How to Sew Reusable Snack Bags and Sandwich Bags – Tutorial
Have your kids ready for lunch at school with these reusable snack bags! Stop using plastic or paper packaging for sandwiches or snacks and replace them with a more sustainable alternative.
This DIY reusable sandwich bag tutorial by Hellosewing is … Read More...