Stephanie from Toastie Studio shares a free pattern on her blog for making this cute little chicken softie. It’s made from felt, so it’s easy to sew and stuff. A couple of ribbon tabs make a cockscomb. Get the free … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruff-Ruffle Dog Collar Embellishment
Madison from Crafty Critique shows how to make her Ruff-Ruffle Dog Collar Embellishment. The construction is super simple – a square of fabric gathered on to a tube of felt – but it looks sooooo cute worn on your favorite … Read More...
Tutorial: Super soft washcloth for baby
Christine from 2 Little Hooligans shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a super soft, super cute washcloth for a baby. The front of the washcloth is a fun woven cotton print, while the back is a … Read More...
Tutorial: Use facings to finish necklines and armholes
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin continues her Sewing 101 series with a tutorial all about making facings. A facing is kind of like a partial lining. The extra layer of fabric is an easy way to finish curved edges, particularly … Read More...
Tutorial: Knotted knit sundress with pleated neck
Jill from Made It On Monday shows how to make this easy breezy knit sundress. The straps are tied in knots at the shoulder. A couple of deep pleats at the neckline add style and some extra fullness to the … Read More...
Tutorial: Bow Button Belt
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shows how to make the Bow Button Belt that accents the t-shirt knit dress that she made for her daughter. The belt is wide at the back but narrows in the front and buttons into … Read More...
Tutorial: Jersey and lace infinity scarf
Melike from A Cup of Sparkle shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make an infinity scarf out of jersey knit and a bit of lace trim. It’s lightweight and lovely! Get the tutorial.
Tutorial: Make a book cover from stretch knit
Teresa VanHatten-Granath from Green Bag Lady shares a tutorial at Sew, Mama, Sew! showing how to make a book cover from stretch knit fabric. It’s a quick, easy project that would be fun for back-to-school. If you can’t find stretch … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Pretty In Pink ruffled dress for a baby girl
Kirstin & Jordan from KojoDesigns show how to make their Pretty In Pink dress for a baby girl. The bodice is trimmed with pleated knit strips, and the dress is covered in layers of ruffles. The base of the dress … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled knit dress from a hoodie dress
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs loved the color of a thrifted purple dress, but didn’t care for the hoodie attached at the neck. In just 30 minutes, she transformed it to the ruffled neckline you see here. She shares a … Read More...
Winner of the Sew Wild book giveaway
The winner of Sew Wild by Alisa Burke is none other than….
(imagine a drumroll here)
…commenter #3, Muireann who said:
I think a jacket like this would look amazing – although I’d probably start with a bag first! Thanks … Read More...
It’s new: PFAFF creative sensation sewing machine
PFAFF® recently announced the latest in their line of sewing machines – the creative sensation™. Its a high-end machine with both sewing and embroidery capabilities, and features exclusive tools including the new-to-industry Shape Creator™ Appliqué, Stacking Stitches and a … Read More...
Free pattern: Mod Color Block Tunic
Elisabeth from Growing Home shares a free pattern and tutorial for making her Color Block Tunic. The contrast banding and deep V gives look so mod! The sleeveless tunic is perfect for the warmer temps in the transition between summer … Read More...
Tutorial: Insert a zipper in the top of a bag or pouch
Bree from My Crafty Crap guest blogs in the Sewing Back-to-School series at Sew Sweetness with a tutorial showing how to insert a zipper at the top of a purse or pouch that you’re making. If you’ve never installed a … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Romantic ruffled strapless maxi dress
Sharon from Sharon Sews shows how to make her romantic ruffled maxi dress. A long ruffle hangs across the bodice, with another long ruffle around the hem. It’s lovely as a strapless dress, but it would be easy enough to … Read More...
Tutorial: Painted canvas chair cushion
Prudent Baby shows how to make painted canvas chair cushions. The handpainted canvas gives an artistic edge to the square cushions. I’m loving her choice of colors – the yellow, the turqouise, and that fabulous pop of pink! Get the … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled denim skirt from upcycled jeans
Sibylle from Funkytime shows how to turn a pair of jeans into this cute ruffled denim skirt. The short rows of ruffles hide the piecing in the front and add some girly flair. Pom pom fringe on the front pockets … Read More...
Tutorial: Pleated necktie t-shirt
McKell’s Closet shows how you can use a man’s tie to make a cool pleated neckline detail on a woman’s t-shirt. You most likely know someone who has a stash of unwanted ties hanging in their closet, but if not … Read More...
Tutorial: Lollipop Skirt
Amy from Peek a Poo Pattern Shop and Nap Time Crafters shares a tutorial showing how to make her Lollipop Skirt. Pleats at the waist are stitched down through the hips to give fullness at the bottom of the skirt … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a Frame Of Mind pincushion
Leigh Ann Tennant from Spincushion shares a tutorial showing how to make this awesome little framed pincushion. The bright colors of the fancy frame and the printed fabric are sooo happy! If you can’t find a brightly colored frame at … Read More...