Sew a messenger bag that hangs from a bike’s handle bars! Caroline from Sew Can She has a tutorial showing how to make it. It’s like the bike baskets from years gone by, but made from fabric and with a … Read More...
Tutorial: Create a travel sewing kit
If you’ve got travels planned for this summer, you may want to bring a sewing project with you. It can help pass the hours of a road trip, or be entirely enjoyable to get some stitching in while sitting by … Read More...
Sewing sewing pattern: Mermaid tail backpack
This mermaid tail backpack is perfect for trips to the pool! Melissa from Polka Dot Chair has a free pattern and tutorial showing how you can make one for your favorite little mermaid.
Click below for her free pattern and … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Girls A-line dress or top
Sew an easy A-line dress for little girls! Emily from Life Sew Savory has a free sewing pattern for you. In the longer length, it’s a beautiful dress. But shorten the pattern and it’s a cute top! Her free sewing … Read More...
Summer quilt patterns you’ll love
Quilts may not immediately come to mind when you think about summer sewing, but the summer months are filled with inspiration for beautiful quilt designs! Stephanie from Swoodson Says shares a curated list of quilt tutorials and patterns that are … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Girls’ rash guard and boy shorts swimsuit
If you’ve ever wished that girls’ swimsuits offered just a little bit more coverage, whether for modesty or to just protect their tender skin from the sun, Chelsea from Sew Simple Home has a free sewing pattern for you! Her … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew fabric tassel garland
See how you can make this fabric tassel garland – with no sewing required! Emily from Life Sew Savory has a tutorial for you. Each of the tassels is made from a fat quarter of fabric, which makes this a … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Fanny pack
I still can’t quite get over fanny packs being back in style – but they are. Just ask my 15-year-old daughter, she’ll tell you that they’re actually quite trendy. BurdaStyle shows how you can sew your own fanny pack out … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Off the shoulder boho top
This off the shoulder boho top is actually quite easy to sew. That wide decorative band around the top is actually elastic. Head over to the Dritz blog, Make Something, to see how to make it.
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Free sewing pattern: Yoga shorts for women
These yoga shorts are great for exercise, or just comfortable loungewear! Mayra from So Sew Easy has a free sewing pattern and tutorial showing how to make them. Her free pattern comes in women’s sizes 4 -12. This project is … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Sleeveless pleated blouse
Sew a pretty pleated blouse with this free pattern Petro from Easy Peasy Creative. It’s soft and summery from a lightweight chiffon but if you want to sew on an easier fabric it would also be nice made up in … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Mini fabric basket
This little fabric basket makes a cute plant pot! Stephanie from Swoodson Says has a free tutorial showing how you can make one. It’s the perfect size for a small plant. Or, use it in your sewing room to hold … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Fabric napkins with speed method mitered corners
Fabric napkins are an eco-friendly alternative to paper napkins, plus they just look and feel so much nicer than the paper napkins. Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can sew them with her speed method for creating neat … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Lip balm holder keychain
These lip balm holders will help keep your lip balm
handy! Carry one on a keychain or hook them to a zip pouch so you’ll always know where it is, no digging through your bag! Amy from Ameroonie Designs has … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Quilted patchwork pillow
If you like patchwork but don’t want to tackle a project as large as a quilt, a pillow is a good project for you. You can play with fabrics and patchwork on a small project you can make in a … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Blueberry pincushion
This blueberry pincushion by Crafty Staci is a fun twist on the classic tomato pincushion. I don’t know about you, but it has me craving some plump juicy blueberries all of a sudden. She has a tutorial showing how you … Read More...
Free printable: Sewing practice sheets
Just like handwriting, your sewing gets neater with practice. Alicia from Sew What Alicia has a set of sewing practice sheets you can download and print. The sheets include straight lines, as well as more challenging shapes like rectangles and … Read More...
Free pattern: One seam wrap skirt
Sew a beautiful wrap skirt using this free pattern from Heather Handmade! It uses just one seam, plus bias tape to finish the edges and make the ties. It’s a half circle skirt which creates a lovely silhouette. The long … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Beach bag with a mesh pocket
Sew a tote to carry with you to the beach this summer! Emily from Life Sew Savory has a tutorial showing how to make this beach tote with mesh pocket to hold those sandy beach toys. And on the other … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Convertible gardening apron
Sew a convertible gardening apron that’s perfect for tending and harvesting your home garden! Chelsea from Sew Simple Home shares a free sewing pattern and tutorial. Worn one way, it’s a simple apron to protect your pants from dirt while … Read More...