Jen from iCandy Handmade shows how you can sew a girl’s pom pom trimmed kimono for girls.  Loose and flowy, it’s the perfect summer layer.  Use a lightweight fabric for this project, like a rayon challis.  It’s super easy to … Read More...

This foxy zippered bag is so cute!  It would make a fun little bag to hold your phone and keys or spare change, or any other small items that you want to keep up with. Mark Montano shares a tutorial … Read More...

You can make this convertible beach towel bag using a tutorial by Pam Hastings on the Coats and Clark blog.  When it’s a bag, you can use it to carry sunscreen, sunglasses, and maybe some magazines. There’s a zippered pocket … Read More...

Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a free pattern for making this fabulous tie back dress.  Made from a lightweight knit, with wide cut outs on the back, it’s got summertime style. Her free pattern makes a … Read More...

Here’s a super cute way to recycle your empty thread spools.  Mollie from Wild Olive  shares a free printable at Handmade Charlotte for you to make these cute Mix ‘Em Up Animals from your empty thread spools. Just print, cut, … Read More...

Lauren from Baste and Gather shares a tutorial at Janome showing how you can make this classic color block canvas tote.  It’s made sturdy to stand up to heavy loads and repeated use.  Make it from a white canvas with … Read More...

This tropical wrap maxi dress has me dreaming of the beach!  Deby from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for making it.  It’s actually a variation on her Wrap Dress (free pattern).  She lengthens the dress and changes the … Read More...

Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern for making her Easy Breezy Halter Dress for girls.  It’s an A-line dress with a gathered halter neck.  It’s made from t-shirt weight knit fabric with color blocking … Read More...

Staci from Crafty Staci shares a free pattern for a ladybug hot pad.  It’s the latest in her Hot Pad of the Month series. May’s ladybug hot pad has polka dot wings and stitched antennae. She would be so cute … Read More...

Popsicles are a favorite summertime treat.  Freeze pops that come in plastic tubes are an easy and relatively mess free way to give your kids a frozen treat. Fynes Designs shows how you can make Freezie Koozies that wrap around … Read More...

Jenn from A Jennuine Life shares a free pattern for a 1940s inspired Victory Headscarf for girls.  You can make it from one fabric for a solid colored bow, or two fabrics for a two-toned bow.  Her pattern fits head … Read More...

Emily from Nap Time Creations shares a free pattern for making a summer tote out of pleather (or leather, if you prefer).  It’s a great bag to take along on your summer outings – to the pool or the library … Read More...

Sewing notions don’t always have to be used for sewing.  Steph from The Silly Pearl shares a tutorial at Blitsy showing how you can make this braided zipper bracelet.  Metal zippers will work best because the shiny teeth stand out … Read More...

Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shares a free pattern for making a sun visor.   Her pattern works equally well for men or women. This would make a great handmade Father’s Day gift!   Or make one for yourself to wear to … Read More...

Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a free pattern for making this adorable long ear bunny softie.  The pattern is inspired by a stuffed bunny she had when she was a child. Make one (or a pair) as a special … Read More...

With some grommets and rope, you can turn a plain canvas tote into this cinched nautical tote.  There’s a tutorial posted at The Things She Makes showing how to do it.  You can purchase a plain tote at the … Read More...

LiZ from Simple Simon and Company shows how you can make this serged patchwork beach towel.  She got all those squares of terry cloth from a pack of washcloths at the discount store. She used 15 washcloths to make one … Read More...

Melissa from A Happy Stitch shares a tutorial at Andrea’s Notebook showing how you can make this flirty summer skirt.  The short full skirt has a flat front yoke to minimize fullness at the hip. The back is gathered on … Read More...