Debra from Creative Ramblings shows how to turn a Mason jar into a handy pincushion and sewing kit.  A little batting on the lid creates a spot for your pins, while the clear jar underneath allows you to store (and … Read More...

The folks at The Celebration Shoppe show how to make these owl softies.  I love their examples sewn up in bright, busy fabrics!   Get the how-to.

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Quirky Dolls from Sew Simply Handmade makes these unique pincushion dolls.  She gives each one a name and a unique personality, and then accessorizes them accordingly.  Want one of your own?  You can purchase them from her Etsy shop.… Read More...

A baby sling provides a hands-free way to carry your baby around with you and still keep them snuggled up close.  Elizabeth from Elizabeth, You Were Born to Play That Part shows how to make a reversible baby sling.  There’s … Read More...

A blind hem is actually a fairly simple hem to create on your sewing machine.  Jennifer from Window-Valence-Patterns.com shows how to do it in a video tutorial.  Go to the video tutorial.

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The craft begins shows how to make this sweet bunting from vintage hankies.  If you’ve got a collection of vintage hankies, this would be a great way to display them.  Get the how-to.

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Care from Obsessively Stitching shows how to make a goofball, a soft baby taggy ball.  This would make an awesome baby gift! Get the tutorial.

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Linen is the perfect choice to complement the simple lines of this pop.  The hem band is embroidered with outlines of pears.  Find out how to make one with a tutorial from Living Creatively.  Go to the tutorial.… Read More...

Welcome autumn with a colorful pumpkin patch on your mantel or by your door.  Amy from The Idea Room shows how with this tutorial for soft fabric pumpkins.   I love the warm autumn tones in her fabric choices!  Go to … Read More...

You can grab a sneak peek at Amy Butler’s newest line over at The Fat Quarter Shop.  The name of the line is Love, and it’s due out in December.  I know what’s going on my Christmas list…    Link to … Read More...

In their article, Understanding Filler Materials, the folks at Sew4Home discuss the many options for stuffing handmade pillows.  Go to the article.

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Have you seen those snuggle chairs and sensory beanbags such as Kloudsac that … Read More...

Christine from Christine Sews made this flirty peasant top from a man’s dress shirt.  The grosgrain ribbon adds a feminine touch to the more masculine fabric.   Get the tutorial.

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Help usher in the new fall season with this a pretty fall garland.  Roots and Wings Co. shows how to make one with fall leaves and fabric pumpkins.  Get the tutorial.

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The next time you have a special present for someone, try gifting it in a pretty little fabric gift bag.  Not only can the bag be kept and reused, the fact that it’s handmade lends a more personal feel.  Nikki … Read More...

Small Dreamfactory shares a pattern and tutorial for making this super cute whale softie.  Go to the pattern and tutorial.

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Su from Vively Online created this unique two-sided lunch bag for her daughter.  There are two identical lunch bags stitched together in the middle, one for each snack that her daughter will need at school.  Brilliant.  Read more about her … Read More...

Christine from Christine Sews shows how to add a clasp to a purse.  This little detail is easy to add to your next handmade purse.  Go to the tutorial.

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CraftStylish shows how to make this cool interlocking scallop detailing for a skirt front.  The success of the project hinges on sewing accurate curves, so this is probably best suited for someone with more advanced sewing skills.  Go to the … Read More...

Jenny from The Kerr Family Blog shows what can be done with an 80’s style child’s dress when the fabric is lovely but the dress is… not.  She turned a fashion villian into this Little Hardy Heroine jacket.  Brilliant!!  Read … Read More...