Kids love helping out in the kitchen!  Keep a handle on the mess with these fun mommy and me aprons.  Sweet Red Poppy has a free sewing pattern you can use.  Make a set for your whole family!  You can … Read More...

This felt reindeer makes such a sweet Christmas ornament!  Stitch one up for your tree, or make some to give as gifts.  Swoodson Says has a free pattern you can use to make them.  Go to Swoodson Says to get … Read More...

Sew a pretty patchwork pillow for Christmas with a free pattern from Flamingo Toes.  You can choose from a Christmas tree or a Christmas present, or sew them both because they’re just so cute!  Especially when sewed up in her … Read More...

Sew a beautiful quilted stocking to fill with Christmas treats!  Heather Handmade has a tutorial and free pattern you can use.  The pattern is designed for quilting cottons which are available in a wide of colors and patterns so you … Read More...

This cute, high collar party dress for the 5″ Chelsea dolls in Barbie’s world whips up in no time! It only calls for a little ribbon, and can be for any occasion.  DIY Barbie Blog shows how you can make … Read More...

I am a little late to the Christmas sewing this year, I don’t know if I thought Christmas was going to come a little slower or if I am just unorganized and unprepared this year. But I still think there … Read More...

Sew a zipper pouch for holding all your crayons or pencils or other art supplies!  The long curved edge makes it easy to see (and reach for) what’s inside.  Sweet Red Poppy has a step-by-step tutorial showing how to make … Read More...

Sewing a Christmas stocking is a fun way to get started sewing for the holidays.  This free pattern from Fleece Fun includes 4 variations for making your Christmas stocking – classic style, patchwork classic style, curly toes, and a patchwork … Read More...

Did you know that the cuffs of an old sweater are perfect for making a mug cozy? Heather Handmade created this cool upcycle that uses just the cuffs from an old sweater.  This is a great idea for using up … Read More...

Celebrate the holidays with this adorable sewing project. You can sew a Christmas Advent pillow and have fun with this family counting down the days. This is a great way to teach your kids about Advent, and it’s a great … Read More...

This flannel and sherpa fleece blanket makes a cozy addition to your home!  It would also make a nice Christmas gift.  The flannel and sherpa blanket is so warm and snuggly!  Head over to Heather Handmade for the DIY sewing … Read More...

Half Yard Gifts is the latest title from sewing guru Debbie Shore, and the next book in her best-selling half yard series. It contains 22 projects to sew and give away, each made using less than half a yard of … Read More...

When you sew patterns intended for knit fabrics, you need to take the amount of stretch in the knit into account.  Often your pattern will indicate how much stretch a fabric needs to have.  But how do you figure out … Read More...

This fabric reindeer gift bag is a way to wrap up a Christmas gift.  And it’s reusable, too!  It would also make a fun decoration if you just filled it with old newspaper or stuffing to fill it out.  Polka … Read More...

These fabric mushrooms would make delightful Christmas ornaments!  Pillar Box Blue shows how you can sew fabric mushrooms out of scrap fabrics.  This is perfect for decorator fabric samples and other small pieces of richly textured fabrics.  Go to Pillar … Read More...

These DIY hand warmers make great gifts for holidays!  They’re quick to make, and use inexpensive supplies, so you can sew up a bunch for friends and family.  Heather Handmade has a tutorial showing how to make these easy hand … Read More...

Make something adorable for your pet! This cute dog bandana collar with pattern is simple to make with a free pattern from Beginner Sewing Projects. The pattern makes it easy to cut out the shapes you need and you … Read More...

You can make Christmas stockings to match any decor or personal style when you sew them yourself!  Heather Handmade shows how to sew a Christmas stocking, and has a free sewing pattern you can download.  Stockings are such a fun … Read More...

Fat quarters are the new way to sew, I have featured a few fat quarter or scrap fabric books in the last few months as they are really gaining popularity. One of the biggest appeals with fat quarters is they … Read More...

Got some old stained pillowcases you need to replace? Sew your own simple pillowcase in about 15 minutes with this simple tutorial from Beginner Sewing Projects! This is a super-easy way to update your linen closet without breaking the bank. … Read More...