I thought that title would get your attention.  Here are the details – Go cast a vote in the Ulimate Sewing Room contest hosted by CraftStylish, and you’ll be entered to win $500 in free fabric from fabric.com.  Deadline … Read More...

Yes, you read correctly.  Christmas 08 is hardly out the door, and we’re already talking about sewing for Christmas 09.  Specifically, CraftApple is announcing an Advent calendar sew-along for Christmas 09.  Every year, I say I’m going to make … Read More...

Does your fabric stash overflow? Is it taking over your closet, your room, your HOUSE?  Then it may be time for some stashbusting.  The new year is an excellent time to think about organizing, cleaning out, and using up your … Read More...

CraftStylish posts instructions for drafting and sewing this one-seam skirt in 30 minutes.  Having read through the instructions, though, I have to admit that the term “one seam” is not entirely accurate.  In addition to the one seam that you … Read More...

 Sewing Stars Blog has a great tutorial for making the ladder stitch.  If you make pillows or softies, the ladder stitch is one of the most useful hand stitches to know.  It can be used to close the stuffing … Read More...

  In honor of the New Year, CraftStylish gives a tutorial on how to make three different types of zippered pouches: a flap, an overlap, and a zipper pouch.  Each type requires only a rectangle of fabric, which also makes this … Read More...

  A flat-fell seam adds such a finished, professional look to a garment.  Heck, just saying the words “flat-fell seam” make me feel finished and professional.  CraftStylish shows us how to sew this very nice finishing seam.  See the tute here… Read More...

Editor’s note: This post was originally published in 2008.  Since then, the blog we linked to has gone away, and the pattern is no longer available on the original site. But we have a PDF version available to download below, … Read More...

CraftStylish shows how to make a handy sewing kit to carry along in your purse.  It’s made from an old candy tin and other bits and bobs you probably already have laying around the house.  Get the tute here, and … Read More...

Laurie is the winner of this adorable pattern and I hope she enjoys it 🙂  Thank you Bette of http://www.tomorrowstreasures.etsy.com

Would you not love to wear this stunning RED Boreal Sweater on Christmas day or any of her FAB outfits?  I think her designs are just awesome and I hope you visit this young lady Shanah’s blog “Little House Clothing” … Read More...

Snow Folks Beanbags!  Who knew snow could have so much personality? These easy-sew beanbags will be happy to spread good cheer as stocking stuffers, ornaments, or package decorations.

Hi all, I am Linda the felting editor, I am doing the sewing column for a while until the editor applications can be sorted out and approved.  We did not want to miss the Holiday season and all the lovely … Read More...

Candi has decided to set sail, Literally! and is off to become a pirate.. ok she is off to work on a cruise ship.

So we need a new sewing editor who is dedicated and devoted to being and Editor.… Read More...

For years, my boyfriend and I have spent Thanksgiving up in the mountains having a picnic. This tradition has been so relaxing and to me such a great way to beat the stress (and excessive food) of this Holiday. But … Read More...

With all the things I have sewn in my life, I have to say that I have never sewn undies. Dancer trunks, yes- but underwear- no. I just never thought about making them. But DIY Style has changed my mind!… Read More...

Part of the fun it seems to me in having babies, is to be able to dress em up. I have visions of myself with my own mini me dressed in matching ensambles lunching at a chic cafe. Ooh, does … Read More...

I found this super Patriotic applique’ from A Treasures Nest.

I can’t think of a better way to remind people of the importance of voting than with sequins!

Craft readers Ana Pires and Joao Silva came up with this absolutely dazzling baby bootie project. Using LED, these sewn booties actually light up! I can’t think of a cooler (or more electric!) gift for a little one.