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Sewing Tips – How to clean your sewing machine

May 21, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Regular cleaning and maintenance of a sewing machine is essential, to extend its life and ensure silky smooth sewing. This guide will tell you everything you need to know to keep your machine working perfectly! Remember to maintain your machine … Read More...

Pillowcase Party Dress FREE Sewing Pattern and Tutorial

May 20, 2020 by Anne Weaver

This is the pillowcase party dress, a perfect project for those learning how to sew, yet still elegant enough to show off your new skills in a very flattering way.

The bow is a decorative detail that brings us … Read More...

What is interfacing in sewing?

May 20, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Interfacing in sewing relates to adding a layer inside of those parts of the garment that need to be stiffened. You can use it on a collar, plackets, cuffs, etc.
Usually, there are instructions on the pattern where you should … Read More...

How To Make The Best Fabric Face Mask For Your Kids

May 19, 2020 by Anne Weaver

This article is great for moms to make face masks for their kids with a color coding system so that the kids can easily identify 1 mask for every outing and they don’t reuse the same mask twice without washing … Read More...

Tutorial – Printing on fabric with your home ink printer

May 19, 2020 by Anne Weaver


Just as you can print designs onto paper and then transfer onto fabric for applique or embroidery this is tutorial shows you how to print directly onto fabric.

This can be done at home using your ink printer, I use … Read More...

Easy to sew face masks even your kids will want to wear

May 17, 2020 by Anne Weaver

In this tutorial, I give step-by-step instructions on how to make an easy to sew face mask with a filter pocket, removable nose wire, and options for a plain front or animal faces to make wearing a mask fun! The … Read More...

Sewing with elastic thread – make a shirred dress

May 16, 2020 by Anne Weaver


Sewing with elastic thread is fun, so don’t be scared to try it. If you are about to make your first attempts to shirr fabric, here are the steps to follow. Find out some of the most common issues … Read More...

Corgi Puppy Softie Sewing Pattern for Kids

May 14, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Make your own Corgi puppy softie! A simple sewing project for kids using scrap felt and a needle and thread! Such a sweet and simple way to make your own stuffed animal!

Teaching kids to sew is a valuable lesson, … Read More...

13 Must Read Fiction Books about Sewing

May 14, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Reading books about sewing can be a great way to escape into a different world, while still relating to a hobby or passion you love. These fiction books about sewing offer a variety of different stories, each with their own … Read More...

Simple Slip Knot Tie Face Mask Sewing Pattern and Tutorial

May 14, 2020 by Anne Weaver

This is a new mask design that’s easy, comfortable, faster and cheaper to make. It’s worn on the ears without buying elastic or acquiring Tshirts to make yarn. It fits as tight as you need and does not slip off. … Read More...

Pleated Fabric Mask with Filter Pocket Tutorial

May 12, 2020 by Anne Weaver

This free face mask pattern is for anyone who is making the three pleat masks for charity.

You can see the full pattern here. 

The main aim of a fabric mask is to prevent YOUR bodily fluids from being expelled … Read More...

How to sew an invisible zipper on a dress

May 11, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Invisible zippers are considered a challenge by many. Here is how to master them with a  step by step tutorial on a dress with no lining and no facings.
If you don’t have an invisible zipper foot, you can … Read More...

Super Simple Face Mask Pattern For Adults And Kids

May 11, 2020 by Anne Weaver

By now, most countries have some sort of shortage of face masks. So what can you do if you can’t get your hands on one? With this super simple face mask you can help protect yourself and those you care … Read More...

10,000 Face Masks Sewing Project

May 11, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Right now the health services are in desperate need of masks, so Create Room have developed a community project to get us crafters sewing masks. The aim is to get to 10,000 to help our essential staff and workers stay … Read More...

DIY Homemade Hospital Staff Laundry Bag

May 10, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Working in a hospital and don’t have a safe place to put your contaminated equipment to take it home and wash it? Here is a super easy tutorial for making a fast DIY laundry bag out of a pillowcase.… Read More...

Different Ways to Disinfect Clothes

May 10, 2020 by Anne Weaver

If you’re anything like me you’ve probably never thought that much about washing your clothes. You probably just throw them inside the washing machine, wait until their done, dry, iron, and fold them away. However, today with the uncertain threat … Read More...

Easy Pillow Case Dress for Barbie -Picture Tutorial

May 9, 2020 by Anne Weaver

This picture tutorial shows how to make a simple pillow case type dress (or nightgown) with a decorative side bow for standard or curvy Barbie. It’s great for beginning sewers because it only requires six seams and all of them … Read More...

Ultimate List of Tips to Sew Faster

May 8, 2020 by Anne Weaver

We all have limited time for sewing. Check out this list of easy-to-implement tips for making the most of the time you’ve got. Lot’s of people have been pushing out DIY Sewing masks for the current pandemic and have you … Read More...

How to Sew Three Layers Fabric Face Mask

May 8, 2020 by Anne Weaver

We found this pattern for a 3 layer style face mask which is better for filtration purposes. You can use this mask without an actual filter if you wish to do so, as the three layers act as a filter. … Read More...

Sewing Pattern – DIY Plastic Face Shield

May 8, 2020 by Anne Weaver

Another easy quick project that we can make, gift and donate to protect our loved ones and people who need it. The tutorial comes with free printable Pdf File with full-scale pattern and step by step photos to guide you … Read More...

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