I’m always tempted by the pretty velvets at the fabric store.  So much texture!  And the way the fibers catch the light!  But sewing on velvet is trickier than you’d think.  That nap that lends beautiful texture also likes … Read More...

I am just smitten with this felt gingerbread house bag.  This would make such a sweet special Christmas accessory for a kid.  It’s a free pattern at Benzie Design, designed by Gracie from Hello Gracie Makes.  It’s packed with … Read More...

One of my favorite Christmas tree themes is a cozy woodland vibe.  Deer and foxes and little snowy owls just make me feel like I’m having Christmas in a cozy cabin in the woods.  We’ve rounded up 13 woodland Christmas … Read More...

Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for.  There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home!  There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations.  You can … Read More...

The L + C Amarena Dress presents a blend of relaxed sophistication and timeless elegance, offering comfort and style in equal measure. Here’s what you can anticipate from this versatile pattern.  This classic pull-on dress boasts a gentle A-line silhouette, … Read More...

It doesn’t matter whether you sew by hand or by machine, you need a pincushion.  You need a spot to parks pins and needles and keep them within easy reach for when you need them again.  There are a lot … Read More...

Christmas pajamas are such a fun holiday tradition!  Whether it’s just cute pajamas for the kids or coordinating Christmas jammies for the whole family, they make movie night or a Christmas bedtime story that much more cozy.  We’ve rounded up … Read More...

If you love scrappy sewing projects, I’ve got a great Halloween sewing project to share with you today.  This scrappy black cat throw pillow over at Therm O Web makes use of your black and orange fabric scraps to make … Read More...

Here’s a fun Halloween decoration you can make for your house.  It’s a fleece gravestone pillow.  A Girl and a Glue Gun has a tutorial and free cut file you can use to make one (or several).  These would be … Read More...

The True Bias Calvin Dress & Top Paper Pattern offers a timeless silhouette with a modern twist. With its wrap design and exposed bias binding, this pattern allows you to create both a chic dress and a stylish top, perfect … Read More...

Looking for a fun and eco-friendly way to repurpose old denim clothing? Tringa Osmani, the creative mind behind DIY Clothes, shares her tutorial for transforming a thrifted denim shirt into a trendy tote bag. With just a few simple materials … Read More...

I do love wearing a pretty dress, but they’re strangely hard to find in the stores.  And even more difficult to find one that fits.  The bodice is either too long or the shoulders too short, the waist too low … Read More...

With Halloween coming up, kids and parents are all thinking about costumes.  I’ve always enjoyed a DIY costume.  It’s fun to make your own costume and choose all the colors and details yourself.  Chelsea at Sew Simple Home shows how … Read More...

The core of Halloween is kids knocking on your door and asking for candy.  So cute Halloween themed door seems kind of a must, no?  Something that lets folks know you’ve got the Halloween spirit at your house!  We’ve rounded … Read More...

The L+C Cannes Wide-Legged Trouser pattern offers a timeless yet contemporary silhouette, featuring classic high-waisted design with pleated fronts and ultra-wide legs that exude sophistication and elegance.

Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these trousers boast a range of refined … Read More...

Have you noticed how quickly jeans wear out?  It seems I’m always having to replace a pair of worn out jeans!  Claire of Pillar Box Blue shows how you can turn those worn out jeans into a door stop that’s … Read More...