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15 Sewing Room Hacks

June 1, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Everyone has their own way that they organize and set up their sewing room. Sometimes you do it the way your mom did or the way you think you are supposed to organize. I’ve found some sewing room hacks that … Read More...

Sewing Pattern – Extra-Wide Coffee Cozy

June 1, 2020 by Anne Weaver

This coffee cosy is wider than normal, making it perfect for larger hands or cold hands like mine. These oversized holders are the perfect man cup cozy. These cup cozies make wonderful gifts at Christmas time, pair them with a… Read More...

Sewing Pattern – Non-Slip Sewing Machine Foot Pedal Pad

May 31, 2020 by Anne Weaver

I have a tiled floor and the foot pedal seems to slip further and further away throughout my sewing session, until I have to fish it back again. It’s this sitting with one leg extended, sitting at an angle that … Read More...

Tips On How To Find Time To Sew

May 31, 2020 by Anne Weaver

In between your full-time day job and your home chores, maybe be a couple of toddlers too, you might have lost hope of being able to find time to sew.

It may seem impossible to squeeze in a project with … Read More...

Sewing With Flannel: Tips You Need to Know

May 30, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Flannel has to be on the list of almost everyone’s favorite fabrics. It is soft and fuzzy and makes you think of cuddling up by the fireplace in pj’s. It is readily available at nearly any fabric shop and overall … Read More...

How to make a fabric face mask in ten minutes

May 30, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Do you have a spare 10 mins?  Then you can sew up your own quick face mask. This mask design or sewing pattern is great for anyone who wants to make masks quickly and efficiently.

This is a great step … Read More...

DIY Dog Cooling Mat

May 30, 2020 by Anne Weaver

As my “babies” are growing up and leaving home for college one by one, I find that my dog, Lila, is becoming the recipient of my mom attention. Lila is a fun-loving dog, always the life of the party. I … Read More...

DIY Bilingual Appliqued Placemats

May 29, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Celebrate cultural awareness with these fun DIY Sewing project bilingual placemats with appliqued shapes of plates and silverware labelled in two languages. They’re a great way to teach children how to set the table and learn words in a foreign … Read More...

Sewing Pattern – Small Hooded Poncho Pattern

May 29, 2020 by Anne Weaver

I made this small hooded poncho oval-shaped, as a perfect circle would make a wider poncho. I dislike very wide ponchos due to the fact that I am vertically challenged, at 5’1? tall a very wide poncho makes me feel … Read More...

26 Ways to Sew and Save Money

May 28, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Sewing can be an expensive hobby, but you can also sew and save money and sew to save money. I have used these tips in my sewing practice, and I have saved my family money.  Many years ago fabric used … Read More...

DIY Face Mask – Nose Wire Piece Ideas

May 28, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Did you know that you can greatly improve the fit and the seal of your fabric face masks by adding bendable nose wire? It can be molded over the nose and fit individual face shape better.

Are you making face … Read More...

No Elastic Face Mask with Filter Pocket (for hospital donations)

May 27, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Medical workers prefer masks that tie behind the head as opposed to elastic ear loops as they rub the back of the ears and cause terrible irritation. This super easy face mask uses clothesline/shoelace instead of elastic and is super … Read More...

Summer Blouse FREE Sewing Pattern

May 27, 2020 by Anne Weaver

This summer blouse pattern is a way of remembering a friend and a gift to the many ladies that have been asking for a blouse that can cover the forearms. There are five big requests I get when the weather … Read More...

Quick Tips For Sewing Difficult Fabrics

May 26, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Knowing good basic sewing skills always comes in handy. But sometimes, challenging fabrics can still be too much to handle. Indeed, what may seem like simple tasks of folding and cutting fabric can become frustrating –not to mention the difficulties … Read More...

DIY Surgical Scrub Cap Free Sewing Pattern

May 26, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Anyone else tired of making masks?
Don’t feel guilty – just make something else for a change. Our awesome doctors and nurses also need scrub hats, head bands, ear savers…
If you still want to help, but want a little … Read More...

DIY Bandana/Chemo/Surgical Scrub Hat

May 25, 2020 by Anne Weaver

This is a free surgical scrub hat pattern. Use it to make a bandana hat/ surgical scrub hat/ chemo hat.

It’s a unisex, universal adult size pattern. I think that in the current situation, someone can use the pattern … Read More...

Introduction to using projectors for pdf sewing patterns

May 23, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Using a projector for sewing patterns is quite a new development in sewing pdf patterns. It removed the need for paper and saves time and money. This post is a good introduction for anyone considering getting a projector. Such … Read More...

The Art of Sewing Pin Cushions

May 23, 2020 by Anne Weaver

For many readers – particularly Americans – all pin cushions are, in essence, tomato replicas. This blog looks into where the tradition of tomato-shaped pin cushions comes from, and explores the evolution of the pin cushion over time, as … Read More...

Sewing Tutorial -How to Make Bias Tape

May 23, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Learn how to make bias tape and how to sew bias tape with this beginner sewing tutorial. Bias tape is used in quilting, sewing bags, and sewing clothing. It has also been widely used for making DIY face masks and … Read More...

How To Add A Pocket To Any Bag – Free Sewing Template

May 22, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Use the free pocket template to add a pocket to any bag! Damjana at AppleGreen Cottage shows you how to sew a pocket on any bag, either on the outer side or in the lining. There’s also a free PDF … Read More...

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