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...
DIY sewing tutorial: Easy key fob
You can sew an easy key fob with just fabric scraps and some basic hardware. Emily at Life Sew Savory has a DIY sewing tutorial that shows how. It’s easy enough for beginners to make because it takes just a … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Cloth napkins with fringe
Be eco-friendly with these pretty DIY cloth napkins with fringes! Lisa of Cucicucicoo has a tutorial showing how to make them. This project is perfect for beginners because it’s really fast and easy, with just four straight lines to sew! … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Easy glasses case
Scratched glasses are no fun! Sew a simple glasses case to keep them protected. Chelsea of Sew Simple Home has a DIY sewing tutorial showing how. This is a great sewing project for beginners and for kids learning to sew. … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Easy popsicle holder
The best projects for teaching kids to sew are ones that create things they get to use. Monica at SookEe Designs shows how to make a popsicle holder that’s perfect for a first sewing project! After they’ve made their popsicle … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Easy knit headband for beginners
You can make a cute DIY knit headband from scraps of knit fabric! It’s an easy project that’s great for beginners. If you don’t have knit fabric yardage, you can always repurpose fabric from old t-shirts or knit dresses. Go … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Easy drawstring backpack with hanging loop
Easy enough for a beginner to make, this drawstring backpack is a simple sewing project you can make in an afternoon. I’ve got a DIY sewing tutorial for you over at Orange Bettie. The lined backpack measures approximately 12″ wide … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Patchwork heart pincushion
Do you ever get in the mood to make a scrappy patchwork project, but don’t want to tackle an entire quilt? This little heart-shaped pincushion by Crafty Staci is the perfect solution! It’s also a great scrap buster, as the … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Ear savers for fabric masks, 3 ways
This is a highly requested tutorial on how to sew an ear saver to prevent ear irritation. Kim from Sweet Red Poppy shows three ways you can sew ear savers. Go to Sweet Red Poppy to see how with free … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Expandable storage bag in 3 sizes
Grab this free pattern for a DIY storage bag and keep everything neatly organized – a great shoe storage bag, DIY project bag, fabric storage and hanging home organizer – all you need for DIY storage! The pattern comes in … Read More...
Tips to help kids learn to sew during lockdown
So you’re in lockdown – or at least social distancing – and you’re looking for something for the kids to do with all their boredom? Take this time to teach them to sew! You don’t need a lot of special … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Faux button placket skirt
The faux button placket on this skirt is a neat detail! Heather from Heather Handmade has a DIY sewing tutorial showing how to add a faux button placket to the next skirt you make. With a faux button placket, you … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: DIY scrub cap
Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy has a free sewing pattern you can use to make a scrub cap. It’s made from two layers of quilting weight cotton. The lining creates a clean finish on the inside, no raw edges. Go … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Rainbow umbrella pillow
There’s nothing like a rainbow to brighten the day. And I think we could all use some rainbows right now. Amy from Ameroonie Designs has a tutorial and free sewing pattern over at Therm O Web. It’s such a cute … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Little felt bunny
Stitch up this little felt bunny with a free pattern from Laura at The Yellow Birdhouse! It takes just a little bit of felt and some simple hand stitches. There are so many cute ways to use them! Tuck them … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Rainbow pennant banner
A crafty spin on the rainbow window trend! Learn how to make a simple fabric pennant, with a rainbow design – and customize it in any colors you choose. Mike from The Crafty Gentleman has a DIY sewing tutorial showing … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Easter egg pillow
This Easter egg pillow is a pretty way to decorate your house for spring! The Easter egg appliques are a great way to use up scrap fabrics or feature a favorite print. Amy of Ameroonie Designs has a free pattern … Read More...
DIY sewing tutorial: Reusable face wipes
Sew your fabric scraps into reusable face wipes! It’s a bright and fun scrap sewing project that is eco friendly and so easy everyone can try! Lorelei Jayne has an easy DIY sewing tutorial showing how to sew resuable face … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Unisex scrubs pants
Sew a pair of scrub pants using this free pattern from Mayra of So Sew Easy! Her scrubs pants feature a large patch pocket on the side and an elastic waistband with ties. They’re comfortable and roomy and easy to … Read More...