Learn different ways to reuse and find elastic from common items found around the home. There’s lots of ways to get cheap and free elastic! Why do we need to find it? With all the masks being made during this … Read More...
Sewing Pattern – Face Mask with Eye Shield Protection
Level up your mask protection with an eye shield! These fabric face masks can be used when going out in public and while wearing a homemade face mask will not prevent you from catching a respiratory virus, it can help … Read More...
DIY Upcycled Flannel Hankies
Reduce waste by turning an old flannel shirt into reusable handkerchiefs. This sewing project couldn’t be easier, and you’ll find yourself reaching for them again and again. The are so soft on the nose and with all the shortages … Read More...
Easy Surgical Scrub Cap Sewing Pattern
This free sewing project is an easy surgical scrub cap pattern. It is for protecting your family, and for donating to the health workers who are having a hard time fighting the coronavirus pandemic.
It is now becoming widely … Read More...
Easy Surgical Scrub Top Sewing Pattern
Here’s an easy surgical scrub top pattern to match a scrub pants we’ve published. The complete set is made for at-home use (in case you need to care for an infectious family member), or to be donated to healthcare workers. … Read More...
DIY Make Your Own No Elastic Face Mask Pattern
This fabric face mask is the perfect accessory to wear whenever face coverings in public are necessary! Made with a filter pocket, this reusable face mask doesn’t use an elastic so it’s easy to sew with materials you most likely … Read More...
Face Mask Sewing Patterns Roundup
Given the recent outbreak, many have realized the benefits of using face masks when going out in public. This has even been mandated in many countries already and it seems like it may only be a matter of time before … Read More...
DIY Face Mask Sewing Patterns 2 Types
Learn how to make a DIY mask in 2 different styles. This comprehensive article includes lots of photos, videos and suggestions for variations. Make the face mask with or without a filter pocket.
A fabric DIY mask will not … Read More...
Sewing Pattern – Darth Vader Sock Doll
May the 4th is here and some of us have been waiting to find an excuse to make Starwars foods, crafts and of course dolls! This Sock Doll is made using, yep Socks! This Darth Vader is adorably cute and … Read More...
Sewing Pattern – Pretty Scrub Hat Pattern
If you’re looking for ways to help the medical community, this scrub cap pattern is a free printable pdf file. It is a great project to sew! Together with a fun face mask and a headband with buttons, this scrub … Read More...
Simple Face Mask With Visor Free Sewing Pattern and Tutorial
This free sewing pattern for a surgical medical mask has a visor that acts as a shield, stopping your hands from reaching your eyes, or in case someone is close to you, reducing the number of droplets that get in … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Easy curtains with tabs or rod pocket
Curtains cost a lot of money to buy, so you’d think they’d be hard to sew. But… they’re not! They’re actually quite easy. Gemia at Phat Quarters has a tutorial showing how, including how to figure out how big to … Read More...
Sewing Tips to Sew a Face Mask
With everything going on in the world and not enough medical grade face masks to go around, there might be a need to make your own. There are lots of free patterns and tutorials to make your own, but here’s … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Fabric makeup remover pads
Cut down on waste by sewing a set of super easy reusable makeup remover pads! AppleGreen Cottage has both a brand new video and photo tutorial for DIY makeup removing wipes. Make a great zero-waste self care gift – and … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Easy tea towel drawstring bag
Make an easy drawstring bag from a tea towel and a couple of seams! Vicky Myers Creations has a DIY sewing tutorial showing how. It’s a perfect project for beginners! You can use these simple drawstring bags to organize just … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Basic clothes mending techniques
Don’t toss that shirt just because it lost a button! You can mend it and it will be good as new. Mayra at So Sew Easy shows some basic mending techniques that will save you money and keep textiles out … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Easy felt pencil case
Take your art with you with these felt crayon or pencil rolls! Havalah from Sisters, What! shows how to sew them. Use felt to make this a super easy project, perfect for first time sewists. Or, use leather (or faux … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Faux leather card wallet
Creating a sleek and functional card wallet has never been easier, thanks to Jennie Masterson’s free sewing pattern and tutorial. With just a piece of faux leather and a single seam, you can craft a handy wallet to securely hold … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Neighborhood Bear softie
Are your neighbors playing the Bear Hunt game, where families drive around trying to spot homes with a bear in the window? If you’d like to play along, but don’t have a stuffed bear handy, make your own Neighborhood Bear … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Tea towel book bag with dividers
Tea towels are pretty for the kitchen, but they also make great shortcuts for sewing! Julie of Sum of Their Stories has a DIY sewing tutorial showing how you can use three tea towels to make this book bag. Using … Read More...