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...

Sew a beautiful tulle skirt using just one seam!  I Can Sew This shows how you can make this DIY fluffy one-seam tutu skirt.  You can make them in any size you like because it’s all based on your measurements. … Read More...

These gnome Christmas ornaments are so cute and so easy to make!  Make some to hang on your tree or as a special add-on to gifts you give.  Go to Easy Peasy Creative to get the free sewing pattern.

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If you love a hot bowl of soup but not burning your fingers, you need a bowl cozy. Just sit the bowl inside the bowl cozy and your hands are protected from the hot dish.  It’s easy to sew a … Read More...

Welcome to our article on how to sew mittens from upcycled sweaters! In today’s world of fast fashion, it is easy to accumulate a large wardrobe of clothes that we no longer wear or need. Instead of letting these clothes … Read More...

Sew a long sleeved blouse that’s perfect for pairing with jeans!  The Camilla Blouse by So Sew Easy is a free blouse pattern that features loose fit elastic sleeves, a slit collar, and a hi-low hem.  Make it from lightweight … Read More...

You can make this awesome skeleton halloween costume with no sewing required!  All you need are a black t-shirt & pants, plus some heat transfer vinyl.  Heather Handmade has a tutorial showing how to make it, and has a … Read More...

Create a cosmetic bag personalized with an embroidered design on the outside!  Melly Sews has a tutorial showing how you can make one.  The embroidered design protected from water and stains by a layer of vinyl.  She also used a … Read More...