Make this strapless t-shirt to wear as a summer top or swim cover-up.  Anne from WobiSobi shows how easy it is!  There’s no sewing required, though if you wanted to tie back with a sewn up back you could do … Read More...

Know a kid who loves trucks?  Stephanie from Swoodson Says has some sewing inspiration for you!  She’s rounded up 25 sewing projects you can make for kids who love trucks.  Her list includes lots of toys, but also quilts, bags, … Read More...

Abby from Sew Much Ado shares a tutorial at The Creative Spark showing how you can make a personalized notebook cover.  It has pockets on the inside to hold a pencil or a small notepad or other small items.  She … Read More...

Keep the harsh summer sun off of their tender young faces with this reversible fabric sun hat.  It’s called the Schoolyard Sun Hat, and it’s a free sewing pattern from Red Brolly.  The fabric hat can be easily tucked into … Read More...

Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shares a free pattern for her Easy Swing Dress.  It’s actually made using her free Raglan Easy Tee pattern, with just a few modifications to make it a dress.  Her free pattern comes in a … Read More...

Emily from Nap Time Creations shares a free pattern for a girls basic tank top.  It has classic lines and a slim fit that makes it a summertime wardrobe staple.  Her free pattern comes in girls’ sizes 18 months – … Read More...

Neoprene used to be just for wet suits, but more and more people are using it to make fasion clothing.  Have you tried it yet?  Check out this video by Tova from Professor Pincushion.  She shows how to cut, sew, … Read More...

Sew4Home shares a free pattern for sewing a toiletry bag with a shape inspired by an Airstream or other vintage camper.  The camper inspired shape is perfect as a travel toiletry bag!  The streamlined design is cute, but you could … Read More...

This tic-tac-toe game on a drawstring bag is a fun little take-along travel game, and it has a vintage charm of a handmade game.  It’s actually a no-sew project that you can put together in a snap!  Alea from Premeditated … Read More...

Here’s a fun purse project for you to make this weekend!  It’s the Springtime Patchwork Purse.  Charise from Charise Creates shares it as a free pattern over at Sew Mama Sew.  The purse measures 10 3/4 x 17″.  There’s a … Read More...

Angela from Handmade in the Heartland shares a free pattern for making this snuggly starfish pillow.  Now, snuggly isn’t normally how I would describe a starfish, but this starfish pillow is made from Cuddle fabric so it’s all kinds of … Read More...

I’m never at a loss for fabric scraps.  The more I sew, the more scraps I have!  Bite Sized Biggie has a great round-up of 4th of July sewing projects that make use of fabric scraps.  Use your red, white, … Read More...

This girls romper is classic summertime!  You can make one using a a free pattern from Purl Soho.  The free pattern fits girls size 2 – 11.  The adjustable tie straps and the elastic waist give it a flexible fit.… Read More...

Omigosh, how sweet is this mason jar pincushion sewing kit?  The top is a pincushion, and the jar makes a great place to hold thread and small sewing notions.  Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial showing how you can … Read More...

No money for designer clothes?   Sew your own!  Riva from Riva la Diva shows how you can create this gorgeous denim wrap, inspired by a similar skirt by Marc Jacobs.  It’s a classic style, sophisticated yet casual, that you can … Read More...

Kristi from Schnitzel & Boo shares a tutorial at Sew Mama Sew for making her All the Essentials tote bag.  It has pockets inside and out to organize all the things you carry around with you.  It would make a … Read More...

I never thought I’d say these words but, wow what a pretty doggy bed!  It’s made from a bright fleece print and fabric from a vintage tablecloth.  Ashlee from My So Called Crafty Life made it for her dog, and … Read More...

This 2-piece sunsuit is adorable! Denise from DIY Crush shares a free pattern for sewing one.  The pattern includes bloomer crotch templates and sizing chart to make them to fit baby girls 0 – 24 months.  Make it from a … Read More...

Mandy from Sugar Bee Crafts shares a free pattern for sewing a pocket tote that would make a perfect library bag!  Of course it would also make a great pool bag or busy bag for a long road trip.  The … Read More...