Here’s a roundup for folks that have a Cricut /Silhouette and love to sew! Stephanie from Swoodson Says has collected a mix of SVG files with a sewing or quilting theme, perfect for DIY shirts and totes.
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by Anne Weaver
Here’s a roundup for folks that have a Cricut /Silhouette and love to sew! Stephanie from Swoodson Says has collected a mix of SVG files with a sewing or quilting theme, perfect for DIY shirts and totes.
Click below to … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Who doesn’t love fresh flowers from the farmers market? Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a free pattern for her charming famer’s market flower embroidery hoop art. She designed the pattern to use her new Auriful thread collection, Vintage Stitching. The … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
See how to turn a frumpy maxi dress into a modern maxi skirt with this sewing & stamping tutorial by Swoodson Says! This is a great beginner sewing project and can be done in a single night. Maxi skirts take … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Need to sew an invisible zipper but don’t have a special invisible zipper presser foot? No problem! An invisible zipper foot is actually not necessary. Heather from Heather Handmade has a tutorial showing how to sew an invisible zipper with … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Patti from Hearth & Vine shows you how to make a pretty flower pincushion with felt and embroidery thread. They are easy to create and make wonderful handmade gifts! They’re made with all hand sewing (no sewing machine required) so … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Make clearing the table more fun with brightly colored elastic bowl covers. No more plastic wrap! Beginner Sewing Projects has an easy sewing tutorial showing how you can make them. You can make them in any size to fit your … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
This tote bag has a nice surface texture and structure created by pin tucks! Minna from The Shapes of Fabric has a tutorial showing how to make it. Sewing the pin tucks requires precision, but the effect is worth it! … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Laura from Trash to Couture shows how to create this U.S. flag t-shirt, with no sewing required! It would be so cute to wear to 4th of July picnics and fireworks! She uses strips of fabric to create a woven … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
How adorable are these knotted turban style baby hats? Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy has a step-by-step tutorial showing how you can sew them. She uses her free Top Knot Baby Knit Hat pattern, making a few easy adjustments to … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Want to live in a more sustainable way? Want to stop using plastic? Learn how to sew reusable produce bag and get rid of plastic bags.
These reusable bags are quite fast to make, you can use them week after … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Getting a great finish on a knit neckband using your serger can be easy if you know a few tricks and tips. Lisa from Pink Hollybush Designs is here with a video and blog tutorial to walk you step by … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Create fun checker board effects with this lovely denim woven pillow! Claire from Pillar Box Blue has a tutorial showing how. Use the leftover scraps from other repurposed projects for this throw pillow cover. Make a lovely pattern by using … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Sew this jazzy paneled skirt for your little one, using your leftover scraps. This cute skirt is easy to whip up and plenty of options to customize. Sew Crafty Me has a tutorial showing how to make it. The tutorial … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Sew a snappy case to keep your sunglasses scratch-free in your purse! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews has a tutorial for you. It features a snap top that opens when you pinch the ends – and you … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Petro from Easy Peasy Creative shows how you can use webbing to create beautiful corded bag handles. The webbing is sturdy to use for handles. There are no raw edges so you can use them as is – no turning … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Kids love baking – whether it’s in a play kitchen or helping out in a real kitchen! Brandy from Gluesticks shows how you can sew a simple apron for the little baker in your home. It’s designed for both boys … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Kick the plastic snack bag habit! Heather from Heather Handmade shows how you can sew fabric snack bags that can be used over and over. No more one-use plastic bags in your trash! Plus, the kids can pick out the … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Sew a pretty ruffle dress for summer! Marissa from One CrafDIY Girl has a tutorial showing how. Made from a red gingham, it’s so cute for 4th of July! She traced around a dress that fits her to get her … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
When I talk about my “sewing scissors” I’m usually referring to my fabric shears. But those are by no means the only pair of scissors in my sewing room. Scissors will have different shapes and different types of blades depending … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Who doesn’t love a maxi dress for summer? Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how you can sew a shirred maxi dress – IN JUST 20 MINUTES! There’s no pattern required and the sewing is super easy.… Read More...