This fabric book weight and bookmark set will hold your spot in a book! The book weight will keep the pages propped open so you can read hands-free, and the bookmark will mark your page when you have to put … Read More...
Sewing pattern: DIY fabric mouse pad
Create a custom mouse pad for your office space! Heather from Heather Handmade has a tutorial showing how to sew a fabric mouse pad. It’s an easy sewing project and makes a great back-to-school project!
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Sewing pattern: Simple drawstring bag
See how to sew a drawstring bag in minutes, without raw seams! Stephanie from Swoodson Says has a tutorial showing how. These simple unlined bags have no raw edges but are still easy to sew quickly. This is great for … Read More...
Sewing pattern: How to lengthen a pants pattern
If you’re taking the time to sew a pair of pants for yourself, you want them to fit just right! If the pants pattern is too short, lengthening the legs is an easy alteration. Mayra from So Sew Easy has … Read More...
Free pattern: Little monster zipper pouch
This little monster is more than just a cute face. He’s also a pretty handy little pouch to hold your earbuds, USB drive, or loose change. I’ve got a tutorial and free sewing patter for you over at Orange Bettie. … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Reversible mini mat
Make this beautiful reversible mini mat using English paper piecing and a free template from Crafty Staci! She shares free templates and a tutorial on her blog. She made hers from cute Christmas prints on one side and fall … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Hand Sewn Scrunchie
Embrace your inner 80s child by hand sewing your own scrunchie hair elastics! Lisa at Cucicucicoo has a tutorial showing how. These are easy even for beginner sewists and are great gifts. Make them for you and your daughter, and … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Add a lining to a tote bag
Not only is a lining a nice finish for a tote bag, it also adds strength and durability. If your tote bag doesn’t have a lining, it’s easy enough to add one. Petro from Easy Peasy Creative shows how you … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Whole cloth baby quilt
A baby quilt doesn’t have to be pieced from a thousand pieces of fabric to be special. These whole cloth baby quilts by Simple Simon & Co. are beautiful in their simplicity. And because there’s no piecing, they’re relatively quick … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Boxy toiletries bag
You can make up a useful toiletries bag in no time at all following this tutorial by Mary Martha Mama. Made from a sturdy fabric like denim or canvas, it’s great to toss in a backpack or suitcase when you … Read More...
Sewing pattern: DIY felt iPad sleeve
Learn how easy it is to sew a felt cover for your iPad or tablet using thick, durable felt with a contrast zipper detail! Mike from The Crafty Gentleman shows how in this easy to follow tutorial. The thick felt … Read More...
Free pattern: Fleece sea turtle softie
This fleece sea turtle softie is so adorable and would make a sweet softie for a child! It’s soft so it’s good for snuggling while watching a favorite movie or reading some books. Cathi from Scratch & Stitch has … Read More...
Free pattern: Girls off the shoulder top
This girls’ off the shoulder top is so cute for summer! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom has a free sewing pattern you can use to make one. It’s easy to sew and will become a favorite part … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Mesh beach bag
The sand at the beach feels so good under your toes – but not so good when it gets trapped in the bottom of your bag. Chelsea from Sew Simple Home shows how you can sew a mesh beach bag … Read More...
Free pattern: Easy felt dachsund softie
Duchy is a sweet dachsund softie perfect for kids and beginner sewists! Trixi from Coloured Buttons has a free sewing pattern and tutorial showing how to sew him. Her pattern is designed to be easy enough for a child or … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Upcycled t-shirt braided rug
Turn old t-shirts into a pretty braided rug! Staci from Crafty Staci shows how she created this braided rug from 6 old t-shirts. I’m pretty sure we all have at least 6 old t-shirts hanging around the house. Why not … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Shirred maxi sundress
I do love a maxi dress for summer! from Farmhouse on Boone shows how you can sew one yourself, using elastic thread shirring to make a stretchy bodice. The maxi length dress has sundress straps, a waist tie, and a … Read More...
Tutorial: Upcycled denim photo frames 2 ways
If you do much upcycling of old jeans, you probably have a stash of belt loops and side seams. That’s because these bits of the jeans are so thick they’re difficult to sew, but they’ve also got that fading and … Read More...
Free pattern: Twilight bear softie with a bedtime story
Make sweet bedtime memories with this bear and moon felt toy! Miss Daisy Designs has a free sewing pattern for the Twilight Bear, and a story that goes along with it. You can tell the story at bedtime and use … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Reusable Fabric Tote Bag
Grab an old tablecloth and turn it into a tote bag! This unlined bag is super easy to make. Pam from Threading My Way has a tutorial showing how. It’s lightweight enough you can fold it up and tuck it … Read More...