Tarrah McLean punched out a bunch of squares from blue, brown and white pattern papers, cut them on the diagonal and piece them together to form a wonderful quilt background for her layout. By stitching between each square she added … Read More...
15 Minute Drawstring Backpack – Easy Sewing tutorial
You can use a DIY drawstring backpack for any occasion where you want casual yet convenient luggage. They are great for kids as well because they are light and practical. This drawstring backpack tutorial by Hellosewing will allow you to … Read More...
Scrap Fabric Pumpkin Pillow – Sewing Tutorial
Fall is almost here! Get into the fall spirit with this cute pumpkin applique pillow made from scraps of orange and green fabric. Heather from Heather Handmade has a tutorial showing how to make it. It’s easy enough for beginners … Read More...
Easy Fanny Pack – Free Sewing Pattern
Sew a trendy fanny pack or waist bag with this free sewing pattern! Don’t let the zipper fool you – it’s actually an easy beginner friendly pattern you can make in under and hour. Finished dimensions are approximately 10″ long … Read More...
Little Girls Flutter Sleeve Peasant Top – Free Sewing Pattern
Flutter sleeve peasant tops are so cute for little girls! They’re also easy to sew, so that’s a win-win for me! Violet at I Can Sew This has a free sewing pattern you can use. Sew it from quilting cottons … Read More...
Women’s Racer Back Sports Bra – Free Sewing Pattern
Sew your own sports bra with this free pattern from So Sew Easy! The racer back sports bra is made with a front facing for extra comfort and to create a place for optional pad inserts. A 1″ band … Read More...
Fabric Baskets in 2 Sizes – Free Sewing Pattern
Not only is this large basket handy for holding whatever you need, it’s also a great project to use a large-scale fabric print because it doesn’t get chopped up. The base measures about 8 x 12”, and its 12” tall … Read More...
Balloon Bundle Layout
Wow, check out this amazing layout from Paige Taylor Evans! I love the super clever idea of having her daughter appear to look as if she’s holding a bunch of balloons and then she add her own handmade balloon bouquet … Read More...
Doll Dress Up Quiet Book – Free Sewing Pattern
La Creative Mama shows how you can sew a child’s doll dress-up quiet book. The pages of the book are filled with flat felt dolls and little clothes kids can use to dress them up. Go to La Creative Mama … Read More...
Sewing Pattern – Easy Lunch Tote Bag
With a fabulous step by step directions and lots of pictures, this is a great pattern to start creating your first tote. The tutorial is over on the sewing section of our sister craft site Craftbits.com You can grab the … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern: Multipurpose Nursing Cover
This multipurpose nursing cover is lightweight and easy to wear, and would make a great present for a new mom! In addition to being a nursing cover, it can also be used as a carseat cover or a shopping cart … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern: School Supplies Tote
This school supplies tote makes it easy to keep all your supplies with you! That’s particularly important this year when so many kids are doing school from home. And I’m looking at this little tote and thinking it’s the perfect … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern: Reusable Mop Pads for Wet or Dry
Learn how to make your own reusable mop pads in minutes! Instead of buying disposable pads from the store, why wouldn’t you switch to using these DIY swiffer pads? They are easy to make, don’t require a lot of work, … Read More...
Summer Fruits Layout
Maryam Perez created her own chevron pattern for the background of this colorful Summer Fruit layout. She created this design by cutting thin strips of pattern paper and sewing them down at angles to create the pattern. I love how … Read More...
DIY Bum Bag or Fanny Pack – Free Sewing Pattern
See how you can DIY a trendy bum bag or fanny pack! Those of us who are old enough will recognize these bags as a 80s trend that has made its way back around. Now That’s Peachy has a tutorial … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern – Women’s Shorts Pockets
Everything is made better with pockets! Sew 4 Bub has a free sewing pattern you can use to add pockets to the next pair of women’s shorts you sew. She designed the pattern to go with the Thread Faction Multi-Knit … Read More...
Christmas Stocking Wine Dispenser – DIY Sewing Tutorial
This Christmas stocking is perfect for holiday parties! It dispenses boxed wine so holiday cheer is at the ready! Beginner Sewing Projects shows how you can make this fun Christmas DIY. It’d make a great hostess gift for Christmas parties!… Read More...
Retro Ruffled Apron Free Sewing Pattern
This retro apron is perfect for all that cooking and baking we’re doing now! Crafty Staci has a free pattern you can use to sew this adorable apron. The ruffle and tie make the back even cuter than the front!… Read More...
Baby Bib with Square Corners – Free Sewing Pattern
A handmade baby bib always makes a thoughtful gift for a new baby! Mary Martha Mama has a tutorial and free pattern for making this baby bib with square corners. Use a fun cotton fabric for the front, and a … Read More...
Women’s Elastic Waist Shorts Free Sewing Pattern
Sew a pair of summer shorts with this free pattern from So Sew Easy! The elastic waist shorts are gorgeous made from linen, but you could also use a high quality, loose weave cotton. There are optional slanted patch pockets … Read More...