Rompers and one piece outfits are easy dressing options for a baby or small child.  That is, until it’s diaper change or potty time.  Then you’ve got to get the whole thing off the child, take care of business, and … Read More...

Jodi from Sew Fearless made a set of leather and cotton belting handles for a bag she’s making.  The core of the handles is the cotton belting, with leather strips sewn on it.  The leather is sewn to both sides … Read More...

Sophie from Cirque Du Bebe shows how you can have it all – at least when it comes to your bathing suit.  Her DIY convertible swimsuit straps attach to the suit with inconspicuous hooks.  When you want your suit to … Read More...

Kate from See Kate Sew shares a free pattern for this pretty ruffle trim baby bib.  This would make a sweet gift for a new baby girl!  Or, if you’re making this for a boy, you could omit the ruffles … Read More...

I am thrilled to be part of Michaels’ Great Pumpkin Challenge!  Second only to Christmas, Halloween is my favorite holiday!

For the challenge, Michaels sent craft bloggers some foam pumpkins, a hot knife to carve them, and a gift … Read More...

Jill from Creating My Way To Success shares a tutorial for making an insulated picnic bag.  It’s a bucket-shaped bag with a zipper around the top.  The top is a separate drawstring compartment and is deep enough to hold some … Read More...

Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl shares a tutorial over at the Therm O Web blog showing how to sew a special Trick or Treat bag.  She pieced together three coordinating prints for the outside.  Inside, it’s fully lined.  Boxed corners … Read More...

This owl softie is more than just a pretty face.  She’s also a sewing notion caddy, sitting at your sewing table and holding your sewing tools at the ready.  Shannon from Shanni Loves shares a free pattern and tutorial for … Read More...

Staci from Crafty Staci shares a free pattern for making this denim coffee sleeve with a miniature jeans pocket.  She sewed the pocket from scratch, but gives it the topstitching and even the tag that you find on a back … Read More...

You might think of burlap as a home dec fabric, but Angelina from JoJo and Eloise shows how you can use burlap to make a might cute purse.  It’s a simple bag with an open top (no closure). She lined … Read More...

Stacie from Yellow Spool shares a tutorial over at Somewhat showing how to turn a basic tote into a convertible tote bag backpack.  She reworks the straps so they can be attached in two configuations.  One will make a tote, … Read More...

Kirsty at Bonjour Quilts makes these zippered vinyl storage bags to organize toys and toiletries and other small items.  The sides are made from a clear vinyl so it’s easy to see the contents.  They’re topped with a fabric print … Read More...

Palak from Make It Handmade shares a tutorial over at Riley Blake Designs showing how to make her Tulika Tote. It’s a roomy tote with oversized grommets attaching the handles.  It’s fully lined and has boxed bottoms.  But even better, … Read More...

When it comes to making doll clothes, it can be easy to get caught up in the world of frills and pink fabrics. But boy dolls deserve to look stylish too! And with the help of these 12 patterns, you’ll … Read More...

Maz from Bee a Crafter shows how you can make a simple pencil pouch out of a scrap of denim.  She got all the fabric she needed from the bottom portion of an old jean’s leg.  It’s quick to sew … Read More...