Have you ever sewed a softie? They’re so much fun to make! As you put the pieces together you can see their little bodies and personalities take shape. Stephanie from Swoodson Says has collected a list of 50 (or more) … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Clear vinyl stadium bag
If you’ve got plans to go to a football game this fall, you may find yourself looking about for a clear bag. More and more stadiums are adopting a clear bag policy. Melissa from Melly Sews and Blank Slate Patterns … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Fabric covered needle book
These little fabric covered needle books are just the thing for taking a stitching project with you! Sedef Imer from Down Grapevine Lane has a tutorial at Diary of a Quilter showing how to make these simple fabric covered needle … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Drawstring makeup bag that opens flat
Beth at The Renegade Seamstress shows how you can sew this drawstring makeup bag. With the drawstring you can go from flat fabric mat to cinched up bag in just seconds. Just put your makeup and accessories out on the … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easy sweater pillows
These sweater pillows are so cozy for fall and winter! And they’re so easy to make! Jen at Tatertots and Jello has an easy sewing tutorial showing how to make them. If you have some old sweaters in your closet … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Scrapbusting fabric coasters
Sew your fabric scraps into coasters that are perfect for gift giving! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom has a tutorial showing how to create these pretty scrap fabric coasters. It’s a quick and easy and practical way … Read More...
Tutorial: Butterfly Halloween costume, no sewing required
Skip To My Lou shows how you can create this beautiful butterfly costume, with no sewing required! Think of how much fun your child will have running and letting those colorful fabric wings flutter behind them! Even better, your child … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Binder pencil case
This easy zippered pencil case can attach inside a 3-ring binder using small grommets. Danielle from DIY Danielle has a tutorial showing how you can sew one. It’s an easy sew and perfect for back to school for the kids!… Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew adaptive sweatshirt for wheelchair users
If you or someone you love uses a wheelchair, then you know how difficult it can be to find adaptive clothing. The styles are limited in either pre-made clothes or sewing patterns. Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how she … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Tabletop sewing notions caddy
This tabletop sewing notions caddy has all the pockets you need to organize your sewing tools and keep them at the ready. Sew4Home has a tutorial showing how you can make one. With handles to carry, it’s perfect for taking … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easy knot headband
Create a knot headband from fabric scraps and fusible fleece! Alicia from Sew What Alicia has a tutorial over at Therm O Web showing how to make this easy sewing project. It’s made with quilting weight cotton fabrics so it … Read More...
Free pattern: Wool felt autumn pumpkin banner
This autumn pumpkin banner is so cute for fall! Amy from Ameroonie Designs has a post at Polka Dot Designs with a free pattern and tutorial for making it. It’s made from wool felt with gorgeous dimensional wool felt flowers … Read More...
Free Sewing pattern: Women’s boyfriend t-shirt
T-shirts are easy to sew and sure to get lots of wear! Emily from Life Sew Savory has a free sewing pattern you can use to create a women’s t-shirt. It has a looser “boyfriend” fit that’s comfortable and stylish. … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Recycled denim luggage tags
Don’t throw out your old jeans when they get worn out! That old denim is perfect for sewing and upcycling projects! Cathi from Scratch and Stitch shows how to recycle denim from old jeans to create these luggage tags. The … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Corduroy fanny pack or purse
Like many fashion trends from the 80s, fanny packs are back! Havalah from Sisters, What! shows how you can sew a fanny pack or hip bag that converts to a purse. The little corduroy bag can be carried either way, … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Lace trim raglan sleeve detail
Raglan sleeve shirts are easy to sew, and so much fun to customize! You can easily add interest by just using contrast fabric for the sleeves, but you can make it even cuter by adding trim to the seam. Emily … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easy journal bookmark
This easy journal bookmark holds a pen, pencil, or three. It’s easy to sew from scrap fabric! Danielle from DIY Danielle has a tutorial showing how you can make one. Attach it to a brand new journal and it’s the … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Felt Halloween ornaments
Create cute felt ornaments to hang on a spooky Halloween tree! Felt With Love Designs has free patterns to create a witch, spider, and ghost ornament. They’d also be cute embellishments for a Halloween wreath! They’re quick to sew, and … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Quilted baby bib
It’s so much fun to sew for a new baby! Glenis from Gee’s Projects has a free pattern to sew this lovely quilted baby bib that would make a great gift for new parents. The bib is big enough to … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Side panel t-shirt refashion
It’s no fun when a top fits a little too snug! I’m always tugging it this way or that, trying to get it to lay smooth. Stephanie from Swoodson Says has a solution for that. She adds contrast fabric panels … Read More...