Don’t throw out your favorite jeans once they start showing wear! Use some creative methods to mend those rips and worn spots instead. The Creative Sewist Blog has some great ideas for doing just that. The techniques range from practical … Read More...
Easy Sew Star Ornaments – DIY Tutorial
No Christmas tree is complete with some star ornaments! The best part about this easy sew craft project is you can do it or you can get the kids involved in making this fun craft. You can let them choose … Read More...
Euro Sham Pillow Sewing Tutorial
Looking to update your bedding ensemble? Dans de Lakehouse can show you how to make beautiful euro shams. The large square pillows look beautifully arranged across a headboard. They’re easy to sew and will add a custom look to your … Read More...
How To Fix Kids’ Pants That Are Too Big – Sewing Tutorial
Elizabeth Made This shows how to create an adjustable waistband with this easy buttonhole elastic tutorial. It’s a simple sewing alteration you’ll use again and again for your kids.
As parents, we all know the struggle of trying to find … Read More...
Sisu Dragon Costume DIY Sewing Tutorial
For a child who loves Raya and the Last Dragon, you can make this cute Sisu the dragon costume. Heather Handmade shows how in an easy to follow tutorial. Starting with a purchased hoodie makes this an easy Halloween or … Read More...
6 Pocket Origami Pouch Sewing Tutorial
Make a fun pouch with lots of pockets from a couple of squares of fabric! This is a quick sew project based on a popular paper origami technique. The result is a nifty little pouch with six pockets that can … Read More...
Book Review – Wayward Threads: Techniques and Ideas for Upcycling Unloved or Discarded Garments
Better than recycled—up-cycled!Basic sewing skills are all you need to turn unloved or discarded clothing into creative opportunities of your own expression.
With Wayward Threads as your guide, you will create your own fun-to-wear garments that are not only fresh … Read More...
Adjustable Bag Straps Sewing Tutorial
One of my favorite features to add to a bag is an adjustable strap. It takes just a little bit more fabric and an extra bit of hardware, but it adds so much to your bag. So Sew Easy has … Read More...
Sewing Pattern – Nativity Advent Garland
Make your own felt Nativity Advent Garland (individual decorations approximately 11-13cm tall), perfect for twiggy trees or in a group strung along with ribbon as a garland.
Once made, the full set of 24 decorations can be used as an … Read More...
Halloween Bat Tulle Skirt DIY Sewing Tutorial
You’ll go batty for this fun Halloween skirt! Lex at What the Craft created this tulle skirt covered in bats. It’s perfect for Halloween parties or just to show your Halloween spirit! Go to What the Craft for the tutorial.… Read More...
Felt Owl Cold Pack DIY Sewing Tutorial
Help soothe away a bump or bruise with these felt owie owls! You can keep them in the freezer so you’ve always got a cold pack to put on an owie. Handmade Heather shows how you can make them from … Read More...
Raccoon Costume Pattern Hack – Sewing Tutorial
When you’re sewing costumes, sometimes you have to get a little creative. There’s not always a ready-made pattern for exactly the costume you want to make. Cheryl at Sew Can Do created this adorable raccoon costume, but used a basic … Read More...
Make Your Own Bias Binding DIY Tutorial
When binding a quilt or blanket, bias binding is your friend. Because it’s cut on a 45 degree angle, the binding easily stretches around curves for a nice smooth finish. You can buy bias binding, but I think it’s more … Read More...
Loose Fit Gathered Sleeve Pattern Hack
Once you have a basic t-shirt pattern that you love, it’s easy to make small adjustments to create a variety of different looks from that pattern. Emily at Life Sew Savory shows a loose fit gathered sleeve hack for long … Read More...
No-Sew Elf Hoodie DIY Tutorial
Elves have been helping Santa for years now. From the workers in his toy shop to the Elf on the Shelf reporting back about who is naughty or nice, it’s not the holiday season without a few of these little … Read More...
Sewing Pattern – Christmas Gnomes
Sew your own Christmas gnomes cloth dolls using the digital PDF sewing pattern and DIY tutorial. It will be a wonderful Christmas decor and gift for you, and for anyone who adores these amazing Scandinavian gnomes!
The Christmas plush toy … Read More...
Easy DIY Pirate Vest Free Sewing Pattern
You can sew an awesome pirate costume for your kids with this free pirate vest sewing pattern. It’s easy to sew and you won’t even need to hem because it’s made from felt. You can get the free pattern from … Read More...
Book Pillow DIY Sewing Tutorial
Got book lovers in your life and want to make them an easy to sew gift? Learn to make this DIY reading pillow using a free book pillow pattern from Elizabeth Made This. This simple pocket pillow has space … Read More...
Ladybug Halloween Costume Sewing Tutorial
This child’s ladybug costume is so cute! Sewing for a Living has a tutorial you can use to make this adorable costume. The costume is made from three parts – a ladybug hat, a dress, and a set of wings. … Read More...
Frankenstein Hat Free Sewing Pattern
This Frankenstein hat makes an easy Halloween costume! The fleece hat has the hair and the bolts that Frankenstein is known for, so all you need to round out the costume is some loose fitting clothes from your closet. Go … Read More...