Cheryl from Sew Can Do is giving away a bundle of Pellon bag making goodies. One of her readers will win 2 yards each of :
–SF101 Shape-Flex®. 100% cotton woven fusible interfacing. 20” wide.
–987F Pellon® Fusible Fleece. 100% … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy adjustable no-slip fabric bookmark
Tyra from Domessticated shows how to make her Easy, Adjustable No-Slip Fabric Bookmark. It wraps all the way around the book so it doesn’t slip out and lose your place. It’s made with just a scrap of fabric, a hair … Read More...
Read all about it: Masking tape as an unconventional sewing tool
The notions wall at the fabric store isn’t the only place you can find helpful sewing tools. There are all kinds of sewing tools and gadgets to be found in unconventional items. For example, Rikka from Ricochet and Away! uses … Read More...
Winner of The BurdaStyle Handbook giveaway
The winner of The BurdaStyle Handbook
giveaway is commenter #135, Danielle, who said:
I love getting inspiration from friends or just people on the street. That way I know a real-world person can afford & wear it.
Congratulations, Danielle!!
If … Read More...
Free pattern: Urban Jungle Bag
Sara from Sew Sweetness shares a free pattern for making her Urban Jungle Bag. Oh my goodness, do I love this bag!!! It’s big and boxy (9.5″ x 14″) and made from a bright happy print. It’s zippered across the … Read More...
Tutorial: Romantic ruffled lace skirt
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how to make a skirt that’s all romance and lace and ruffles. It’s beautiful worn on its own as a skirt, but you could also use it as a layering slip or petticoat to … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a throw pillow cover in just 10 minutes
Heidi, the creative mind behind HoneyBear Lane, invites you to embark on a quick and easy crafting journey with her tutorial on making a throw pillow in just 10 minutes! With her clear instructions and innovative techniques, you’ll learn how … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Boys’ cuffed pants
Kirstin from Kojodesigns guest blogs at Project Run and Play with a tutorial showing how to make a pair of boys’ pants with contrast-y cuffs at the bottom. It’s an easy adjustment to make and it gives the pants a … Read More...
Tutorial: Footie pajama pants
When I was a child, my absolutely favorite pajamas were the ones with the footies. They’re not that easy to find, though. Melissa from Melly Sews shows how to add a pair of footies to the next pajama pants you … Read More...
Tutorial: Appliqued mitten pocket t-shirt
Jen from My Own Road shows how to add a cute mitten pockets to a plain t-shirt. The design is perfect for winter!! The stitched ribbon makes it look like the mittens are hanging from around the neck, when in … Read More...
Tutorial: Journaled Burlap Bags
Melony from Mel Designs shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Journaled Burlap Bags with a lovely collage effect. The bags are made from burlap and painted canvas, with journaling words stitched to the front. Fabric … Read More...
Tutorial: Make toddler leggings from a .scarf
Amy from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop and Naptime Crafters shows how she created a pair of sweater leggings for her toddler girl. She didn’t knit a stitch. Instead, she made the leggings from a thrifted scarf. Brilliant! Get the tute to … Read More...
Free pattern: Infant peasant dress, size 0-3 months
Abby from Sew Much Ado shares a free pattern and tutorial for making a peasant dress for an itty bitty baby. The pattern is for babies 0-3 months, perfect for making as a baby gift. It’s an easy style of … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s Evelyn top with kangaroo pockets
Jess from Bits for Baby and Craftiness Is Not Optional shows how to make her Evelyn top for little girls. This is SUCH a cute top!! The long-sleeved tunic top is made from a fun cotton print with a contrast … Read More...
Tutorial: Mod petal appliqued tote bag
Vanessa from V and Co. shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to use hand applique techniques to add a sunburst of mod petals to a plain tote bag. The varying shades of pink (LOVE!) give it an ombre … Read More...
Tutorial: Recycled Denim Jeans pocket pot holder
Jill from Jembellish and Creating My Way To Success shows how to make a potholder out of an old jeans pocket. The pocket is a cute embellishment – and practical, too, since it’s just the right size for your hand. … Read More...
Tutorial: Baby’s taggie cube toy
Abby from Things for Boys guest blogs at All for the Boys with a tutorial showing how to make a baby’s taggie cube toy. The soft fabric cube has bits of ribbon sticking out from the sides for a baby’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Hanging garment cover
Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shows how to make a garment cover to keep a favorite dress or nice outfit dust-free while hanging in the closet. She made hers to protect the dress her daughter wore for her first … Read More...
Tutorial: How to hem your jeans
I’m a little on the short side, so any jeans I buy tend to be at least an inch too long. How about you? I could pay to have them altered, but I don’t want to spend the money. Sew … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Busy book for small hands
Adrienne from drienny and A + A = Z created a busy book to keep her young daughter occupied during a long plane trip. Each page was created with a different type of activity or discovery in mind. One page … Read More...