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...

With these quilted potholders, you can make square potholders that are both stylish and functional in no time. If you were on the lookout for simple quilted potholder patterns, this free pattern from Easy Peasy Creative is it!  Once you … Read More...

This mini Christmas stocking garland is an easy sewing project that adds a festive touch to your holiday decor.  Coral & Co. has a free sewing pattern you can use to make one.  It’s quick to make, which is always … Read More...

This holiday gnome would make a cozy addition to your holiday decor!  Sweet Red Poppy shows how you can sew a gnome for your home, and has a free sewing pattern you can use.  The pattern includes two sizes – … Read More...

A recessed zipper is a nice finish for a bag.  A zipper across the top of the bag keeps your things secure, but you might not want to have the zipper sitting right there on top.  If that’s the case, … Read More...

Sew a fleece hat to keep your ears warm on a cold winter day!  They’re easy to make using a free sewing pattern from Heather Handmade.  The free pattern comes in child, teen, and adult sizes so you can … Read More...

These mini stockings would be so cute hanging on a tree or from a garland!  Sew Simple Home has a free pattern for making a Christmas mini stocking.  They’re cute as decorations but you can also use them to hold … Read More...

This crossover baby bib makes a great baby shower gift!  You can sew them easily using a free pattern from So Sew Easy.  The cross front allows you to use two fabrics if you like.  It’s reversible, too! Edges are … Read More...

Create a fun and unique Advent calendar for your kids!  This zipper pouch Advent calendar is made up of 24 triangle zipper pouches.  You can hang them from a garland or on a Christmas tree, or just pile them all … Read More...

Sew a pouch from a shirt cuff with this easy DIY tutorial from Heather Handmade!  Shirt cuffs are often left over from other upcycled shirt sewing projects so why not put them to use as handy little pouches?  It takes … Read More...

Many of us use little notebooks in our everyday lives, so this is a project that has broad appeal. But unlike the usual DIY fabric notebook covers you’ve seen in the past, this one offers new functionality with the addition … Read More...

If you love knitting as much as I do, you’ll love these DIY knitting bags! It is that time of year to break out all your knitting supplies so I can make all the cozy scarves and hats – for … Read More...