One thing that’s certain about taking kids to the pool or beach is that you’ll be carrying lots of towels.  At least one for each kid!  This beach towel tote bag by Coral & Co. is a smart solution!  She … Read More...

Keep a pair of sunglasses handy – and scratch free – in your bag with this easy quilted sunglasses case.  This sewing project is a great way to use up some scraps and sew yourself a cute new accessory in … Read More...

There’s nothing like a freeze pop or ice pop in the summer!  The frozen treats are sure to please on a hot summer day.  Sew Simple Home has a free pattern you can use to sew up these adorable freeze … Read More...

Turn fabric scraps and upcycled denim from old jeans into a fun bean bag game for kids to play!  There are countless ways to create games with bean bags.  Use them for toss games, catch games, juggling, and more.  Take them … Read More...

This simple summer tote is perfect to take with you to the park or pool.  Or take it to the library and fill it up with books to read!  Life Sew Savory shows how you can make this handy tote.  … Read More...

Bucket hats are surprisingly easy to sew!  You can make one in afternoon and you don’t even need any special notions or supplies.  Orange Bettie has a free sewing pattern for creating a bucket hat that’s perfect for keeping the … Read More...

You can make the prettiest girls skirts from scarves!  The lightweight fabric and beautiful prints are perfect for being turned into skirts.  And the fabric is already hemmed so you can skip that step! Heather Handmade shows how.  Whether it’s … Read More...

Anyone who crafts or sews has multiple projects in process at any time.  Audrey Pettit has a tutorial on the Therm O Web blog showing how you can make these clear front project bags that will help you keep up … Read More...

Sewing for tweens can be so difficult!  Not quite little girl, not quite teen… there are few patterns around to fit them.  Sew Can Do has updated their free Sleeveless Sunday Dress to include tween girl sizes.  This is such … Read More...

These shorts are perfect for summertime pajamas or just lounging around the house.  You can sew them yourself with a free pattern from Life Sew Savory.  The women’s lounge shorts are easy to sew.  And they have pockets!  You … Read More...

You can never have too many totes!  This tote is an easy sewing project that even a beginner can make.  Honestly if this is your first sewing project this would be a good one to start with.  Beginner Sewing Projects … Read More...

One seam is all you need to sew this beautiful skirt!  The circle wrap skirt is fast and easy to sew, using just one seam.  It’s made from knit fabric so there’s no need to hem.  Even better, there is … Read More...

Sew a pair of track pants to wear for exercise – or skip the exercise and just wear them because they’re cute.  So Sew Easy has a free pattern you can use to make them.  They’ve got loose fit through … Read More...

Sew a set of cloth napkins to transform a table from the everyday to the special occasion! Visit AppleGreen Cottage for two ways to sew them – quickly! Put a beautiful diy cloth napkin on your table and feel the … Read More...

Do you have a bundle of joy or know someone that is due soon? Then you can sew them these adorable baby blocks that any newborn will love to play with. Happiest Camper has a tutorial showing how to sew … Read More...

Basically, Oodie is a blanket that you can wear and it is made with thick fleece fabric to keep you warm during winter. The original Oodie comes in fun and funky designs.

You can however choose to make your blanket … Read More...

Bring your project up a notch by adding grommets. Installing grommets and inserting eyelets using a grommet installation tool is much easier than you think – even if you’ve never done that yet! Visit AppleGreen Cottage to see how.… Read More...

Needing a new skirt for spring or summer then you have come to the right place! Check out this easy sew ruffle skirt that you can sew this afternoon.  There’s a free pattern and sewing tutorial at Happiest Camper.  … Read More...

A day at the pool or beach is always fun – but what’s not fun is all the stuff you have to tote to and from.  Heather Handmade shows how you can create a convertible towel backpack that will help … Read More...

Sew adorable girls’ dresses and tops with the new Babydoll dress and top pattern by Heather Handmade! This pattern has 3 sleeve options, two bodice lengths, and two skirt lengths to give endless options for dresses, tops, and tunics!  The … Read More...