Stephanie from Swoodson Says guest blogs at So Sew Easy with a tutorial showing how to make this scrappy heart pincushion.  The heart in the middle is made with a reverse applique technique and a patchwork of small fabric scraps.  … Read More...

Everyone’s wearing infinity scarves these days.  Why not your child’s doll?  Karin from Leigh Laurel Studios shows how to make a miniature version of the infinity scarf that fits an American Girl or other 18″ doll.  You won’t need much … Read More...

This Retro Overnight Bag is a free pattern by The Crafty Kitty, shared in a guest post at Birch Fabrics.  The shape is inspired by vintage bowling bags.  It’s a good sized bag that would be good for sleepovers.  The … Read More...

Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shows how you can make a set of quilted hot pads, with cute sewing themed appliques.  She gives a template for a pair of scissors, a dress form, and a sewing machine to applique on … Read More...

Emily from Nap Time Creations shares a free pattern for making a pair of kids’ sweatpants.  Is there anything more comfy to wear on a cold winter day?  Or how about a lighter weight version to wear in the spring.  … Read More...

How long has it been since you cleaned your iron?  It’s been waaaay too long for me, and the soleplate on my iron shows it.  Professor Pincushion shares a video tutorial showing several simple ways you can clean your iron, … Read More...

Autie from iCandy Handmade shares a free pattern for making a pair of girl’s gymnastic shorts.  The short stretchy shorts are made to be worn over a leotard for gymnastic or dance class.  They’re not hard at all to make, … Read More...

You can make a 1950s style hostess apron out of just 1 yard of fabric.  Catherine from Frisky Scissors shares a free vintage project sheet at the Pattern Patter blog for making one.  You could make this an all-vintage project … Read More...

Jess from The Sewing Rabbit has just added another project to my must-sew list.  It’s her Poncho Shirt, a long drapey top that’s perfect paired with leggings or skinnies.  She shares the free pattern and a tutorial showing how to … Read More...

Karin from Leigh Laurel Studios shows how you can make a set of pattern weights that double as pincushions.  The walnut shell (lizard litter) filling gives them weight and will also hold your pins.  The ones she made are made … Read More...

Denise from DIY Crush shares a tutorial showing how you can make a little girl’s crinkle skirt.  Made in a bright red fabric, it’s could be part of a cute Valentine’s Day outfit.  Most of the detail is in the … Read More...

Stephanie from Swoodson Says made this play crown for her child out of a denim upcycled from an old pair of jeans.  Cute, isn’t it?  She shares a free pattern and a tutorial for making one in a guest post … Read More...

If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to add a little charm to your wardrobe, Kirstin from Kojodesigns has just the project for you! She shares a tutorial on how to make a pretty corsage tee — and … Read More...

Nesta from Ella & Nesta’s Little Room shows how you can make a two-sided magnetic pincushion.  The top of the pincushion is a stuffed block where you can stick your pins and needles, and grab them back out when you … Read More...

Stephanie from Swoodson shows how you can make this child’s threading game for a busy bag.  This is such a cool idea!  The fleece shapes are threaded on a curvy straw.  It’s a quiet game that also helps build hand-eye … Read More...

Whoooo loves you?  This Valentine’s Day owl does!  Nancy from Do Small Things With Love shares a free pattern at Crafts Unleashed for making him.  He’s made from felt and is made with hand stitching, so no sewing machine required.… Read More...

Making softies often involves sewing small parts to a body.  You might think that hand sewing is best for this step, but Abby Glassenberg from While She Naps, and author of Stuffed Animals: From Concept to Construction recommends sewing them … Read More...

As a Crazy Cat Lady, I go a little nuts whenever I see anything cat-related.  And  cat-related sewing?  That makes my heart skip a beat.  Like this sleepy cat pocket by Meream from Bored & Crafty.  Isn’t it the cutest?  … Read More...