Bre from Brepurposed shows how you can make this awesome faux fur pumpkin, with no sewing required. They’re actually made from craft store foam pumpkins, which she covers with the faux fur. The way she covers them creates the ridges … Read More...
Free pattern: Fringed toddler boots
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a free pattern for making the cutest fringed toddler boots. They’re tall boots, coming up over the ankle and probably midway up the shin, with long fringe around the top. You can make them … Read More...
Tutorial: Reverse applique leather pouch
RaeAnna from Sewing Mama RaeAnna shares a tutorial at The Sewing Rabbit showing how you can make a reverse applique leather pouch. The small leather or vinyl pouches have a simple tab closure and are lined with a cotton fabric. … Read More...
Free pattern: Doll purse and shoes from an old wallet
Joy from xoxo Grandma shows how an old wallet can become a new purse and a pair of shoes for a doll. She also shares a free pattern for making them. They’re both simple patterns and quick to sew. The … Read More...
Tutorial: Seam allowance direction does matter
Seam allowances might just seem like they’re just hanging out there on the inside of your garment, but the direction you press them really does matter. Pam from Off the Cuff Sewing Style demonstrates with a gathered sleeve cap. With … Read More...
Tutorial: Cute cat pencil pouch
This cute cat pencil pouch combines two of my favorite things – cats and school supplies. Our sister site CraftBits shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. One end of the round pencil pouch is the kitty’s face, … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric tortilla warmer
Whether it’s taco night or garlic bean burritos or fajitas, some form of southwest style food is on our menu at least once a week. And if the meal involves tortillas, we always warm them up first. Renee from The … Read More...
Sewing machine maintenance tips from a sewing machine technician
Proper sewing machine maintenance at home is key to keeping your machine in healthy running order. The latest podcast by Domenica from Easy Sewing for Beginners focuses on just that. For her podcast, she interviews a sewing machine technician to … Read More...
Tutorial: The Quintessential Plaid Tote
The Quintessential Plaid Tote by Sew4Home has me dreaming of crisp autumn days and leaves crunching under my feet. It’s an oversized tote – measuring in at a generous 17″ high x 18″ wide x 5″ deep – made from … Read More...
Tutorial: Travel makeup pouch & brush roll all in one
What do you get when you combine a makeup bag and a makeup brush roll? You get this clever bag! So Sew Easy reader Anke came up with this idea, and she shares a tutorial on So Sew Easy showing … Read More...
Tutorial: Flour Sack Towel Euro Sham Covers
Larissa from Just Another Day In Paradise shows how you can make a Euro sham cover that looks like it’s made from a vintage flour sack. Instead of using a vintage flour sack, she started with a brand new flour … Read More...
Tutorial: Linen & rayon quilted and fringed throw
Sew4Home shows how you can make a luxurious linen & rayon quilted and fringed throw. It’ll keep the chill off when you snuggle down on the couch watching movies or reading books on the cooler autumn nights. It’s made with … Read More...
Tutorial: How to sew exposed seams on knit fabrics
The exposed seam look is quite trendy right now. Andrea from Go To Patterns and Andrea’s Notebook shows how you can create exposed seams when sewing your own knitwear. The knit fabric won’t fray so there’ no worrying about raggedy … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric baskets to keep small things organized
Erin from Sewbon shows how you can make these fabric organizing baskets. The small baskets can be used for many organizing needs. You can easily adjust the dimensions to make them in any size.She shows them holding jewelry on top … Read More...
Tutorial: Folded ribbon flower 3 ways
The Ribbon Retreat contributor Cherie shows how you can a gorgeous folded ribbon flower hair accessory, in three variations. The folded and gathered ribbon creates beautiful textured petals. A fancy button is the perfect embellishment for the center. Put them … Read More...
Tutorial: Fun fabric pinwheels
Autie from iCandy Handmade shows how you can make these pretty fabric pinwheels. They don’t spin but they sure are cute yard decorations. She used the free pattern by Heather Bailey, but instead of making them from paper she made … Read More...
Free pattern: Felt ladybug coin purse
Red Brolly shares a free pattern for making the cutest felt ladybug coin purse! The ladybug body is the purse, with its head as the flap that covers the opening. She suggests using a higher quality felt for this project … Read More...
Free pattern: Little girls military inspired peplum jacket
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a free pattern for making her Lizzy Peplum, a little girls military inspired peplum jacket. The gathered sleeve caps and a gathered ruffle are girly elements, while the vinyl stripes and buttons across the … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy infinity scarf
Making your own infinity scarf is a quick, easy project. Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a tutorial showing how. You can use any lightweight, drapey fabric. Each scarf takes just 2/3 yard. Make a couple for … Read More...
Tutorial: Snap tape pillow closure
I usually think of snap tape as a crotch closure for babies’ onesies and jumpsuits, but Deby from So Sew Easy shows how you can use it to create a snap closure for a removable pillow cover. You can cut … Read More...