Carmen from Adopt Your Clothes shows how you can turn last year’s dress into a cute two piece set that’s trendy for this year, and perfect for spring! It’s a super easy DIY that you can complete in an hour … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Felt mother’s day bookmark
Show mom how she fills the house with love with this DIY felt Mother’s Day bookmark! Stephanie from Swoodson Says has a tutorial and free pattern for making it. It’s easy to make from felt and scrap fabric. An elastic … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Upcycled denim chevron rug
Don’t throw away your family’s old worn jeans! Use them to sew an upcycled denim rug. Claire from Pillar Box Blue has a step-by-step tutorial showing how. Making the rug in a chevron designs enables you to show off all … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Plush Easter bunny basket
This plush Easter bunny basket is so cute – and you can make one yourself using a free pattern and tutorial from Cheryl at Sew Can Do! The basket is nice and deep so it can hold plenty of treats. … Read More...
Sewing pattern: How to read a paper sewing pattern
The first time you open a printed sewing pattern can be overwhelming. All those diagrams – they’re everywhere and unless you know what you’re looking at, they make no sense! Chelsea from GYCT Designs takes you through a printed pattern, … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage wool coat refashion
What to do when a vintage coat is worn on the cuffs and collar? Heather from Heather Handmade decided a refashion was in order. The coat was an old Hudson Bay wool coat from her grandmother, and she kept most … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Long romper
This long romper is a stylish go-to outfit perfect for wearing to work, or a party, or brunch with your friends. Mayra from So Sew Easy has a free sewing pattern for making it! The tie straps are perfect for … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easter mini quilt
This Easter bunny mini quilt is adorable! The small quilt features an Easter bunny – with pom pom tail! – and colorful Easter eggs down the sides. Cherry from Cherry Blossoms shares a tutorial over at We All Sew showing … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easy wrap skirt
A wrap skirt is easy to sew, and you won’t even need a pattern! Carmen at Adopt Your Clothes shows how to make one based on your measurements. She used fabric from a thrift store dress to make her skirt, … Read More...
Tutorial: Denim hanging wall vase
Don’t throw away those denim scraps – use them to make a unique wall vase! Add to the rustic farmhouse feel to the vase by making it in the shape of a mason jar. Also, use a piece of scrap … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Upcycled leather bag
Sometimes the best material for a sewing project doesn’t come from the fabric store. In this upcycle, Stephanie from Swoodson Says got all the leather she needed (and then some) from an old leather jacket. The result is a chic, … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Sewing machine mat and cover
With just a few simple buttons, this sewing machine mat turns into a sewing machine cover. Staci from Crafty Staci shares a tutorial at Sew Can She showing how you can make it. It’s such a smart design! When the … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Easy burp cloth
A burp cloth makes a great gift for a new parent! Luckily, they’re easy to sew, so you’ve always got a quick handmade gift to make to welcome a new baby. Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how to make … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Tote bag with a pleated motif
Sew a tote bag with a striking pleated panel! The Shapes of Fabric has a tutorial showing how, and even has a free PDF pattern you can download. The large pleated square plays with the diagonal stripes created by the … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easy quilted potholder
Courtney from A Little Craft in Your Day shows how you can sew a simple potholder. The simple lines give it a modern look, but it also makes it a great first sewing project. It introduces a lot of basic … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Fitted crib sheets with French seams
When you’re putting together a baby’s nursery, you want everything to be perfect. Julie Herman from Jaybird Quilts shows how you can sew your own fitted crib sheets. Sewing them yourself allows you to pick exactly the prints you want … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Ballet inspired tie leggings
The ballet inspired ankle ties on these leggings are such a pretty detail! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a sewing tutorial showing how you can make them. It’s an easy addition to make when sewing a … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt Easter bunny frame
Use a frame and some fabric to make this cute Easter bunny wall decoration! Donna Herron shares a tutorial at Felt Magnet. It makes a fun decoration for a front door!
Click below for her tutorial:
Free pattern: Sew a sleep mask
Sew your own DIY sleep mask using the free sewing pattern at AppleGreen Cottage and make it easier to relax! It makes a great DIY gift for a new mom, a college student, anyone who can benefit from a quick … Read More...
Free pattern: Women’s board shorts
Summer will be here soon enough, and that means trips to beach or to the pool! Emily from Life Sew Savory has a free sewing pattern for women’s board shorts. The drawstring shorts have patch pockets on the sides to … Read More...