Greta one the hosts of “Squishy Cute Designs” has a projects for the kids to make mom for Mother’s Day. This is an easy hand-sewing project designed Greta; her “Heart Bookmarks”! She has a nice tutorial and pattern for you … Read More...
Video tutorial: Sock cat softie
Sock monkeys are cute, but being a crazy cat lady I tend to think that sock kitties are even cuter. Professor Pincushion shares a video tutorial showing how you can make one. You can make him from the traditional brown … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Faux leather bow sunglass case
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how to make a sunglass case to keep your cute new sunnies from getting scratched in your purse. (I have done that too many times to count!!) It’s made from faux leather, with a … Read More...
Tutorial: 15-minute reversible tote bag
Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings show how you can whip up a reversible book tote in just 15 minutes. It has long straps so you can carry it cross-body, which is particularly helpful when you’ve got it loaded full of … Read More...
Free pattern: Sock dragon softie
Joanne from Craft Passion shares a free pattern for making this sock dragon softie. He has the cutest little wings and spikes down his tail! He’s made from two pairs of socks – one for the body and one for … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Leather and bow fold over clutch
Bev from Flamingo Toes shows how to make this leather fold over clutch with a fabric bow accent. The fold over top has a zipper to keep all your belongings inside. It’s awesome made from leather, but it would also be nice from faux leather … Read More...
Free pattern: Ultimate Catch-All Bib
Amy fromPeek-a-Boo Pattern Shop shares a free pattern for her Ultimate Catch-All Bib. It has a pocket at the bottom to catch bits of food that don’t quite make it into baby’s mouth. The pocket has a wide mouth … Read More...
Free pattern: Strapless maxi beach dress
Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shows how to make her Beach Dress. It’s a strapless maxi-dress that would make a great cover-up for beach days or trips to the swimming pool. You can make it without a pattern, using … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern: The Slouchy Shirt
So last week I promised a free pattern of my Slouchy Shirt. I had hoped to get it up on Friday, but several straight days with major headache prevented me from getting it done. Thankfully, the headaches lifted this … Read More...
Free pattern: Vintage Puss in Boots felt doll
Vintage Pattern Marketplace share a free circa 1950s pattern for making this Puss in Boots doll. He’s made from felt, with an embroidered face and ric rac trimmed cape. The completed doll is roughly 10″ tall. You won’t need to … Read More...
Tutorial: Zippered pouch from a reusable shopping bag
Marni from Haberdashery Fun is over at Momtastic showing how you can make a awesome little zippered pouch of a reusable shopping bag. It’s a fun way to pare down your reusable bag stash, or perhaps to extend the life … Read More...
Free sewing pattern: Dolly diapers
Maggie from Maggie from Smashed Peas and Carrots shares a free pattern at Riley Blake Designs showing how to make dolly diapers. They’ll fit most stuffed animals, including Build-a-Bear, as well as American Girl dolls. They’re made with a fun … Read More...
Tutorial: Horse softie taggie toy
Lucy from The Things We Do shows how to make this super cute spotted horse taggie toy for a baby. The small horse softie is packed with textures and colors for young fingers to explore. He has a mane made … Read More...
Free pattern: Tablet carrier bag
Joanne from Craft Passion shares a free pattern for making this tablet carrier bag. It looks and carries like a chic tote, but it’s sized to hold your an iPad or other tablet. The top closure has two options – … Read More...
Free pattern: Easter Bunny Ear drawstring pouch
Karen from Listen to the Birds Sing shares a free pattern for making these sweet Easter bunny ear drawstring pouches. The bunny faces form the body of the bag, with their long floppy ears sticking up at the bag. They’re … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Easter Bunny ears pillow
A bunny face painted on a pillow makes a special Easter Eve tradition, and also an incredibly cute photo prop. Jennifer Perkins shares a tutorial over at I Love To Create showing how you can make her bunny ears pillow. … Read More...
Tutorial: 10-minute gathered t-shirt shrug
Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shares a tutorial at eHow showing how to refashion a plain t-shirt into this gathered shrug. It’s a super fast, super easy project. She says it can be done in just 10 minutes! It make … Read More...
Tutorial: Reversible horse blanket for an American Girl horse
Over at Arts and Crafts for your American Girl Doll, you can get a free pattern for making a reversible horse blanket for an American Girl horse. It’s an easy project to make. Her pattern will fit an American Girl … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew doll-sized fabric Easter basket
Doll It Up shows how you can make this doll-sized Easter basket. Even though it’s made from fabric, there’s no sewing required. Phoomph gives it body and it’s held together with hot glue. I’m loving how she used a small … Read More...
Tutorial: Easter hen egg warmer
Birgit from By Number 19 shares a tutorial showing how to make these sweet Easter hen egg warmers. This would be a fun project for using up your cotton scraps. You can mix and match pattern and print, and the … Read More...