Can’t find a laundry hamper you like? Cat from Mary Martha Mama shows how you can make your own laundry hamper. It’s an easy sewing project, requiring just 7 steps. Choose the exactly the fabrics you like so you get … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Quilted mini tote
Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can sew these adorable quilted mini totes! They’re the perfect size to hold a phone and wallet, and maybe a pair of sunglasses. There’s a large pocket on the outside, and smaller … Read More...
What is a sewing machine vs serger
If you’re new to sewing, you may be wondering what the difference is between a sewing machine and a serger. Alicia from Sew What Alicia has a great post explaining how each of these types of machines work so you … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easel organizer for sewing table or desk
I don’t care how big your sewing table is, whether it’s a dedicated 6 foot table or just the end of your dining table – there’s never enough space for all the things you need to keep handy while sewing. … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Sewing metal snaps with a sewing machine
When I made my daughter a bodysuit last year, I was nearly brought to tears sewing on those KAM snaps
. Everything else went so smoothly, but those little metal snaps at the crotch were such a pain to sew! … Read More...
Sewing pattern: How to bag a coat lining
When you’re making a coat, the “bagged” method is an easy way to attach the lining. Tilly from Tilly and the Buttons shows how. Her tutorial includes a video so you can watch to see what to do. It also … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easy fabric key fob
Petro from Easy Peasy Creative shows how you can make your own fabric key fobs. They’re quick to make – and easy, too! The edges are finished with pinking shears
so there’s no need to worry about finishing edges. The … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Zip pouch from a candy wrapper
How cute is this little zip pouch made from a candy wrapper! Joan Hawley from Lazy Girl Designs shows how you can make one. Though I’d recommend making a bunch of them because that gives you an excuse to buy … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric covered plant pots
Brighten up your spring porch or patio with plants in colorful fabric covered pots! Angie from Country Chic has a tutorial showing how you can make this easy spring craft. There’s no sewing involved, but you do get to use … Read More...
Sewing pattern: How to use a seam ripper
Your seam ripper
is probably NOT your favorite sewing tool, but it’s one that most of us reach for quite often. Petro from Easy Peasy Creative has a tutorial showing how to use a seam ripper effectively so you can … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Add sleeves to a store bought dress
Have you noticed that most dresses in stores are sleeveless? It can actually be quite difficult to find a dress with actual sleeves. Heather from Heather Handmade shows how you can add sleeves to a dress. Her tutorial includes instructions … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Make a quilt from vintage handkerchiefs
Vintage handkerchiefs are so charming! It can be hard to know exactly what to do with them, though. Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can use them to create a beautiful quilt. Each block features a different vintage … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Self-binding fabric napkins from fat quarters
Ina from Crafty For Home shows how you can sew these beautiful fabric napkins from fat quarter. They’re made from two layers using a self-binding technique that creates a contrast trim around the front of the napkin. Use coordinating … Read More...
Fresh fabric scrap tutorial round-up
I always love a good scrap sewing project! It seems the more I sew, the more scraps I have and I can’t bear to throw them away! Especially not when you can sew those scraps into cute things. Stephanie from … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Kids apron from a dish towel
Whether helping in a real kitchen, or playing in a pretend kitchen, kids will love wearing this apron! Simple Simon & Co. shows how you can make one from a dish towel. The towel is the perfect size for a … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Embroidered doily throw pillow
Vintage doilies are so sweet and delicate, but what do you do with them? Bev from Flamingo Toes has a wonderful project that makes use of a vintage doily. She embroiders some spring flowers on one and then uses it … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Trinket tray and pencil holder
Use this free pattern by AppleGreen Cottage to make the best pencil holders and trinket trays to keep all your supplies close at hand! This easy and fast project requires very little supplies, and is beginner friendly. Simple design, very … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt flowers and bunny Easter cloche
Leanna from Faeries & Fauna shows how you can create this lovely Easter cloche, including how to make those pretty felt flowers. Her tutorial shows how to make three kinds of flowers – a rolled felt rose, a petal flower, … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Color block tote bag
This big tote bag has room to carry everything you need, whether for a day at the beach, a weekend trip, or just a day packed full of errands. Caroline from Sew Can She has a tutorial and free sewing … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Pixelated Easter egg throw pillow
This fun and festive Easter pattern is easy to sew and is also a great way to use up fabric scraps! Claudia from Creating with Claudia has a free pattern for making this patchwork pillow cover. Pull out your scrap … Read More...