Tackle the clutter in your house – and freshen up your space while you’re doing it – with this fabric organizer basket. Sew4Home has a tutorial showing how to make one. There are pockets around the outside and the inside … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Paper bag pants
Paper bag pants are a classic style for a spring and summer wardrobe. Dressy but also easy-going they’re perfect for when you want to look nice but not too formal. Sew a pair of yourself using a free sewing pattern … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Using a rotary cutter for easy and accurate fabric cuts
One of my most-reached-for sewing tools is my rotary cutter. I use it often enough that I keep it, my cutting mat, and my acrylic ruler out on my cutting table at all times. It makes cutting your fabric – … Read More...
Sewing pattern: 15-minute pencil pouch
Sew a zipper pencil pouch in just 15 minutes! It’s a quick and easy project that’s fun for all levels of sewists to make. Brandy from Gluesticks has a tutorial showing how to make one. It makes a great gift … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Pom pom dish towel pillow cover
Using a dish towel with fun trim is an easy way to get a custom pillow without having to do any extra sewing. It’s a quick cheat with fabulous results! Kim from Exquisitely Unremarkable has a tutorial for this easy … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Mini fabric Easter basket
This little basket is perfect when you need to hold just one egg or some candies. Great decor for your Easter table! Staci from Crafty Staci has a tutorial showing how you can make one. Or a bunch, because this … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Dimensional rose zipper pouch
Creative smocking makes the dimensional rose on this gorgeous zipper pouch. The Shapes of Fabric has a tutorial showing how to make it. The small pouch is the perfect project to try out the rose smocking technique! The satin she … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Framed felt chick
The opening of an oval frame creates the body of this cute felt Easter chick. Donna Herron has a tutorial at Felt Magnet showing how you can make one. You can use any size and style of oval frame. She … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Fat quarter placemats
Simple Simon & Co. shows how you can sew a quilted placemat from a couple of fat quarters of your favorite fabric prints. Use different prints for the front and back to make it reversible. It takes just 6 … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Hand quilted patchwork pillow
Bev from Flamingo Toes shows how you can use half square triangles to make pretty patchwork pillow. Most quilters are familiar with half square triangles, as they’re a staple of many a patchwork design. This project combines the half square … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Cozy fleece dress with pockets
This fleece dress combines comfort with style. Marissa from One CrafDIY Girl has a tutorial showing how you can sew one. Fleece is easy to work with and great for all skill levels. And besides, who doesn’t love a good … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Little bunny hats for Easter eggs
These little eggs in bunny hats make the cutest Easter decorations! You can use real eggs in an Easter basket, or wooden eggs
for home decor accents. Ama from Ohoh Decor shows how you can sew the little bunny hats … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY Sesame Street Bean Bags
These Sesame Street 
character bean bags are the cutest! I’m partial to Oscar. He was my favorite when I was a kid, and also my daughter’s favorite when she was little. Brandy from Gluesticks has a simple pattern for these … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Campfire play set from upcycled socks and shirts
Would you believe that this adorable campfire play set is made from upcycled socks and shirts? It is! Jenna from Making Things is Awesome has a tutorial showing how you can make one. The stones and twigs and marshmallows are … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easy drawstring eyeglass case
An eyeglass case is an easy sewing project that’s great for beginners! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom has a tutorial showing how to make them. They’re made from fleece, which is soft on the glasses lenses and … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Easy upcycled frame pincushion
An old picture frame gets new life as a pretty pincushion for your sewing room! Petro from Easy Peasy Creative has a tutorial showing how to make this pretty and easy project. You can place it flat on your table, … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Fleece top dog bed
Dog beds don’t have to be plain or ugly. You can make a super cute dog bed coordinates with your decor by following this tutorial by Cat from Mary Martha Mama. The top is made from a soft fleece that … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Picnic liner for a mini bushel basket
A quick sewing project turns a basic mini bushel basket into a sweet basket for your picnic treats! Sew4Home has a tutorial showing how to make one. The fabric liner includes a little double pocket that can hold cutlery or … Read More...
Tips for sewing a swimsuit
It may be just March, but swimsuits are already showing up in the stores. In fact, they’ve been there for a while. If your sewing plans for this spring/summer include making a swimsuit, check out these tips from Lisa of … Read More...
Sewing pattern: Double sided tissue pouch holder
Cold and flu season is no fun! This two-sided tissue holder has what you need when you catch a cold or bug. One side holds a pack of tissue, and the other has a pocket that can hold a mini … Read More...