Whether you call it a clothespin bag or a peg bag, this bag will brighten up laundry day. Hang it by your clothesline and keep your clothespins handy when hanging up your laundry to dry. Beginner Sewing Projects has a … Read More...
Easy Contoured Burp Cloth – Free Sewing Pattern
This burp cloth makes a great baby shower gift for new parents! The fabric is super absorbent, and the contoured shape of this burp cloth conforms to the curves of your shoulders and neck. Brooke Starts Sewing has a free … Read More...
What Happens When You Cut Paper With Fabric Scissors
We’ve all seen the memes about not letting family members use our fabric scissors
on paper. I know at my house it’s a pretty important rule: Don’t use mom’s fabric scissors to cut anything else but fabric! But if you’ve … Read More...
Tote Bag with Fold Up Pocket – DIY Sewing Tutorial
Sew a DIY tote bag that’s easy to store in your purse or glove compartment until it’s needed! This handy tote folds up into a pocket so it doesn’t take up much room when you’re storing it. Then, when you … Read More...
Best Tips for Sewing Beautiful Buttonholes
Sewing buttonholes can be a frustrating experience that causes anxiety for sewists. A messed up buttonhole can ruin the look of an otherwise perfectly sewn garment. And they’re such a pain to rip out! Here are gamechanger tips from Elizabeth … Read More...
Sew a Scrunchie – Easy Sewing Tutorial
A DIY scrunchie, especially one that can be made to match your dress or blouse, is a “must have” accessory for any girl with long hair. It is difficult to find hair accessories to match all outfits, but with this … Read More...
15 Minute Drawstring Backpack – Easy Sewing tutorial
You can use a DIY drawstring backpack for any occasion where you want casual yet convenient luggage. They are great for kids as well because they are light and practical. This drawstring backpack tutorial by Hellosewing will allow you to … Read More...
Fabric Book Cover – DIY Sewing Tutorial
Create a one-of-a-kind fabric covered journal from upcycled fabric! La Creative Mama shows how to make this padded book cover using fabric scraps and fabric from repurposed clothes. You can create fun designs on the cover to personalize it for … Read More...
Use a rotary cutter to cut out your sewing patterns – Tutorial
How do you cut your fabric? Are you team scissors or team rotary cutter? I am a mix of both. I use my rotary cutter for straight cuts, but prefer my scissors for cutting curves or small pieces. I know … Read More...
Scrap Fabric Pumpkin Pillow – Sewing Tutorial
Fall is almost here! Get into the fall spirit with this cute pumpkin applique pillow made from scraps of orange and green fabric. Heather from Heather Handmade has a tutorial showing how to make it. It’s easy enough for beginners … Read More...
Easy Fanny Pack – Free Sewing Pattern
Sew a trendy fanny pack or waist bag with this free sewing pattern! Don’t let the zipper fool you – it’s actually an easy beginner friendly pattern you can make in under and hour. Finished dimensions are approximately 10″ long … Read More...
Stitched Book Page Envelope – DIY Sewing Tutorial
These beautiful stitched envelopes are made using pages from an old book! Old book pages and decoupage designs give them a lovely vintage style. Use them to hold a sweet note or to wrap a small gift. Head over to … Read More...
Little Girls Flutter Sleeve Peasant Top – Free Sewing Pattern
Flutter sleeve peasant tops are so cute for little girls! They’re also easy to sew, so that’s a win-win for me! Violet at I Can Sew This has a free sewing pattern you can use. Sew it from quilting cottons … Read More...
DIY Face Mask and Hand Sanitizer Holder – Sewing Tutorial
Learn how to make this three pocket pouch, designed for clean face masks, used face masks and hand sanitizer. The finished pouch measures 6 1/2″ by 4 1/2″. There are three pockets so you can carry clean masks, hand sanitizer, … Read More...
Women’s Racer Back Sports Bra – Free Sewing Pattern
Sew your own sports bra with this free pattern from So Sew Easy! The racer back sports bra is made with a front facing for extra comfort and to create a place for optional pad inserts. A 1″ band … Read More...
Fabric Baskets in 2 Sizes – Free Sewing Pattern
Not only is this large basket handy for holding whatever you need, it’s also a great project to use a large-scale fabric print because it doesn’t get chopped up. The base measures about 8 x 12”, and its 12” tall … Read More...
Doll Dress Up Quiet Book – Free Sewing Pattern
La Creative Mama shows how you can sew a child’s doll dress-up quiet book. The pages of the book are filled with flat felt dolls and little clothes kids can use to dress them up. Go to La Creative Mama … Read More...
Add an Elastic Waistband to a Dress – DIY Sewing Tutorial
An elastic waistband is an easy way to add shaping to a loose fit dress. The Creative Sewist has a tutorial showing how. There are step by step instructions as well as a video showing what to do. This works … Read More...
How to Sew Pretty Gathers – Sewing Tutorial
Gathering fabric is super easy, but getting perfect gathers takes a little more care. And when you’re making a little girl’s dress, details like getting even gathers are important. Chelsea at Sew Simple Home shares her method for gathering fabric… Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern: Multipurpose Nursing Cover
This multipurpose nursing cover is lightweight and easy to wear, and would make a great present for a new mom! In addition to being a nursing cover, it can also be used as a carseat cover or a shopping cart … Read More...