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McCall’s Half-Price Pattern Sale – Starts Friday!

May 8, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Calling all sewing enthusiasts! Whether you’re a seasoned stitcher or just getting started, this is your chance to stock up on your favorite McCall’s patterns at a fraction of the price.

From May 9th to May 26th, Minerva … Read More...

Brother 1034D vs. Juki MO654DE: Which Serger Actually Works for Real People?

May 7, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Let’s cut through the hype. I’m just a hobbyist who wanted to upgrade from my ancient, temperamental serger, and these two machines kept coming up everywhere. After six months with both (yes, I bought both – my credit card still … Read More...

Monday Musings: The Truth About My Sewing Room (And Why It Looks Nothing Like Instagram’s)

May 5, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Let me paint you a picture of my “sewing studio.” In my Instagram posts, you see a beautifully organized corner with neatly folded fabric, a vintage sewing machine, and perfect natural lighting. What you don’t see? The mountain of half-finished … Read More...

Etsy Spotlight: Sweet and Stylish – A Romper Pattern for Every Little One

May 4, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Looking for a sewing pattern that’s as versatile as it is adorable? This PDF Romper Sewing Pattern for both boys and girls might just be your next favorite project. Whether you’re sewing for summer adventures, baby showers, or just everyday … Read More...

How to Eco-Print on Cotton T-Shirts

May 4, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

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I’ve often found myself staring down at the sidewalk while walking my dog, noticing how leaves leave those ghostly stains on the concrete after a bit of rain. You know the ones—delicate outlines, soft colors, little pieces of nature art … Read More...

Sew the Billie Dress: A Creativebug Tutorial Review

May 2, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

So, you’re thinking about making the Billie Dress from Creativebug? I recently tried it out, and here’s my real talk review—no fluff, just the good, the bad, and whether it’s worth your time (and fabric stash).

The tutorial … Read More...

Why Fast Fashion is Killing the Sewing Community – Do you agree?

April 29, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Let’s be real: Fast fashion isn’t just some passing trend. It’s a full-blown monster, growing bigger and hungrier every year. And one of the biggest casualties? The sewing community.

You might think grabbing a $5 t-shirt from a big-box store … Read More...

Make This DIY Police Officer Shirt in Under an Hour – Perfect for Dress-Up or Gifting

April 26, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

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I came across this adorable “Be a Police Officer” T-shirt appliqué pattern, and I just had to share it with you all. I spent some time reviewing the tutorial and really loved how it turned out — … Read More...

30 Faux Leather Handbags You Can Sew: Stylish DIY Patterns for Every Occasion

April 24, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

There’s something undeniably chic about faux leather handbags. They add a touch of edginess and sophistication to any outfit, all while being more affordable and animal-friendly than their genuine leather counterparts.

If you’ve ever admired a friend’s stylish brown faux … Read More...

The Belted Pouch – Free Pattern And Tutorial

April 23, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

T

his belted pouch is large enough for a big mobile phone, a small wallet, car keys and a couple of cards.

Perfect for shopping, hiking, cocktail parties, sports watching, and makes an ideal gift for Christmas, you can’t go … Read More...

Master the Art of Sewing with Vinyl: Tips You Need to Know

April 21, 2025 by Anne Weaver

It’s been on my mind for a while now because my local fabric store has a selection of vinyl, ideally for the local boating industry, but there’s no reason I couldn’t use it to make some awesome bags. I’d heard … Read More...

Etsy Spotlight: Wayfarer Shoes PDF Sewing Pattern Review

April 20, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

 

Ever dreamed of sewing your own shoes? I recently stumbled across this Wayfarer Shoes Adult PDF Sewing Pattern on Etsy, and it instantly caught my eye—not just for the sleek and casual design, but for the practicality of being … Read More...

Free sewing tutorial – Girls Summer Dress

April 19, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Looking for a simple yet adorable sewing project for the little ones in your life? This Free Sewing Pattern for a Girl’s Summer Dress is the perfect addition to your sewing repertoire! Easy to follow and full of playful charm, … Read More...

Lightweight Knit Chemo headscarves Sewing Pattern

April 18, 2025 by Anne Weaver

Kelly from So Much To Make shares a tutorial for making a lightweight knit headscarf. She made it for a friend who is undergoing chemotherapy.  She used a lightweight knit to be comfortable in the warmer weather.  It has a … Read More...

This Sweatshirt Dress Pattern Might Be the Budget-Friendly DIY Version of the Outdoor Oodie Jacket

April 16, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Okay, confession time: I love a good oversized hoodie. And lately, I’ve been eyeing the new Outdoor Jacket Oodie from Oodie.com—the one with the  super snuggly fleece lining? It’s basically a wearable doona you can take on a camping trip … Read More...

The Sweetest Non-Chocolate Easter Gift You Can Sew – Felt Basket & Cookie Pattern Review

April 15, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

If you’re on the hunt for a non-chocolate Easter gift that’s still ridiculously adorable and fun for kids—stop right here because I’ve found the one.

I recently came across this Felt Basket with Easter Cookies PDF tutorial by RaschudesYefairyland… Read More...

Etsy Spotlight: Bunny Basket Sewing Pattern – A Delightful Easter Project

April 13, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Easter is a time for creativity, and what better way to celebrate than by crafting your own festive accessories? The Large Easter Basket Sewing Pattern by JackandDaveyPatterns offers a delightful project that combines functionality with adorable design.?

This digital … Read More...

Hop Into Handmade: A Cuddly Review of the Kullaloo Bunny Easter Basket Sewing Pattern

April 12, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

 Bunny Easter Basket Sewing Pattern

Okay, can we all just take a moment to appreciate how ridiculously adorable this bunny Easter basket pattern from Kullaloo is?!  I stumbled across it while hunting (pun fully intended!) for some fresh DIY Easter ideas, and I instantly fell … Read More...

This Bunny Butt Pillow Sewing Pattern is the Easter Craft I Didn’t Know I Needed

April 11, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

Okay, hear me out—a bunny butt pillow. At first, I laughed. Out loud. Then I bookmarked it. And now? I’m completely smitten. I recently stumbled across this too-cute-to-handle Easter Bunny Butt Pillow Pattern from Kullaloo and I just … Read More...

Sewing Something Sweet: The Carrot Treat Bag Free Pattern from Connecting Threads

April 10, 2025 by Shellie Wilson

You know that feeling when you find a sewing project that’s equal parts adorable, festive, and easy to whip up? That’s exactly what I got when I stumbled upon the Carrot Treat Bag Free Pattern from href=”https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=761208&u=1337193&m=60894&urllink=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Econnectingthreads%2Ecom%2Fcarrot%2Dtreat%2Dbag%2Dfree%2Dpattern%2Fp%2F991719&afftrack=” target=”_new” rel=”noopener” data-start=”450″ … Read More...

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