Kathleen from Grosgrain and The Tumtum Tree shows how to give a throw pillow a facelift – in just five minutes.  Her trick for keeping the pillow out of the way while stitching the cover closed is brilliant!  Get the … Read More...

 Keyka Lou shares an article on their blog all about the types of thread available for machine sewing.  Read all about it at the Keyka Lou blog.

[phtoo from Keyka Lou]

Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how to fancify a plain pair of socks with a bit of gathered lace trim.  A cameo button in the center gives a romantic, Victorian look.  Get the how-to.

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Kelli from Pretty Lil Posies plays on the “you scream, I scream” poem with this super cute onesie. The words “I Scream” appear below an appliqued ice cream cone.  Wouldn’t this make an awesome baby gift?  She shares a template … Read More...

Katie from Punk Projects shows how to make a pillow with an interchangeable front panel.  The panels are attached to the pillow body by buttons.  To change them out for the season (or your mood), just unbutton the one and … Read More...

Vanessa from Punkin Patterns shows how to make a cowl from knit fabric.  Pair it with a plain long-sleeved t-shirt for an easy winter outfit.  Get the tute.

[photo from Punkin Patterns]

Luvinthemommyhood shares a tutorial for an Infinity & Beyond Scarf.  It’s a versatile scarf that can be worn at least different ways to suit your mood, your outfit, or the weather outside.  Made from a soft flannel, it’s snuggly for … Read More...

Jacinda from Prudent Baby shows how to make this pretty oilcloth tote bag with edges finished with bias tape.  Get the how-to.

[photo from Prudent Baby]

Sabra from Sew a Straight Line shares a free pattern and tutorial for making this pretty and practical bag.  She calls it “Not Just Another Pretty Purse,” and the name is accurate.  It’s roomy enough to carry everything you need, … Read More...

Sneezerville shares a tutorial for making this versatile cardigan wrap.  It’s a shorter version of this longer wrap dress by gaia conceptions.  Made from a soft knit fabric and closed with a drawstring, it can be worn any number … Read More...

Sew4Home shows how to make this cool purse out of a placemat.  The straps are attached to the bag with jumbo grommets, like you’d use for making curtains.  Go to the tutorial.

[photo from Sew4Home]

Susan from Crafterhours thought her dressform should get a makeover, and so she created a new cover for it.  She also wrapped the pole and covered the base to complete the new look.  Ahhh, much better!  She shares a tutorial … Read More...

Ashley from Lil Blue Boo shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she created a template for marking perfect hems.  Instead of either just eyeballing the hem, or taking the time to keep measuring the hem against a seam … Read More...

Your Style Rocks shares the first of their user-designed sewing patterns.  The winning design from their “Sunday, Lovely Sunday” contest is the Paperbag Ensemble Dress from jens.  This is such a lovely dress!  It’s packed with subtle design features … Read More...

Tricia from Leafy Treetop Spot guest blogs over at Holy Craft with a tutorial showing how to make her Go Fish: Fishing Hole game.  The fish are always biting at this felt fishing hole, and the little worm at the … Read More...

Wendy from Old Days – Old Ways shows how to make a pretty flower embellishment from gathered fabric and a circle cut from an old sweater.  A bit of beading in the center adds a bit of sparkle for the … Read More...

Farah from Craft A World shows how she made this lovely tray mat.  She stenciled the flower designs in the corner, then added ribbon pass cotton lace and a border with mitered corners.  Go to the tutorial to find out … Read More...