Forget brown paper bags! Make this adorable oilcloth lunch bag to carry lunch to work or school. It’s easy to make and easy to clean. Use it again and again! These DIY lunch bags are perfect for gift giving and … Read More...

The Essie Bag sewing pattern is for a multipurpose cross bag with a convenient front pocket!

Including a card pocket, a zipper divider pocket and more. With the handy front pocket, you can store your most used belongings with ease.… Read More...

For many readers – particularly Americans – all pin cushions are, in essence, tomato replicas. This blog looks into where the tradition of tomato-shaped pin cushions comes from, and explores the evolution of the pin cushion over time, as … Read More...

Use the free pocket template to add a pocket to any bag! Damjana at AppleGreen Cottage shows you how to sew a pocket on any bag, either on the outer side or in the lining. There’s also a free PDF … Read More...

It’s a great DIY Sewing project that teens and adults alike will enjoy. This sewing pattern is perfect for all ages and great for beginner levels too.  A great first zip sewing project.  Denim crafts are very popular right now … Read More...

In this tutorial I show you how to upcycle jeans to make a simple patchwork jean skirt. This is such an easy to follow patchwork denim skirt tutorial!
I’m steadily trying to sew my way through the giant pile … Read More...

This is the pillowcase party dress, a perfect project for those learning how to sew, yet still elegant enough to show off your new skills in a very flattering way.

The bow is a decorative detail that brings us … Read More...

All you need to make these handy little storage baskets for your craft room is a pair of recycled or upcycled denim jeans and an embroidery hoop. The hoop keeps the baskets open and provides a useful hook to … Read More...

Silk Cami or Camisoles are the perfect way to dress up an outfit and they have to be one of those classic capsule items that everyone should have in their wardrobe. I feel like everyone should have at least one … Read More...

Sweet Pea Hobo Bag
One simple set of sewing instructions: endless possibilities! This step-by-step list of instructions includes helpful pictures and the required pattern pieces. Have beautiful fabrics you’ve been wanting to use?

You can showcase them in a trendy … Read More...

Skirts are one of the easiest beginner projects to sew when you first start sewing your own clothing. It’s easy to fit and easy to sew, so enjoy this list of free skirt patterns and tutorials so you can make … Read More...

This sewing pattern is for a lace style trench coat, Tha lace paneling change the complete look of this trench coat sewing pattern.  It’s a combination of a full-length duster jacket and a kimono and I have to say I … Read More...

Make your own Corgi puppy softie! A simple sewing project for kids using scrap felt and a needle and thread! Such a sweet and simple way to make your own stuffed animal!

Teaching kids to sew is a valuable lesson, … Read More...

Do you love the trend of Boho hanging planters? Here is a very simple way to make your own out of recycled materials. You can make them out of either denim or leather or a combination of them both. … Read More...

Reading books about sewing can be a great way to escape into a different world, while still relating to a hobby or passion you love. These fiction books about sewing offer a variety of different stories, each with their own … Read More...

I recently had the opportunity to sew a pair of wide leg pants using this sewing pattern and I couldn’t be happier with the results. As a pear-shaped individual, I have always had trouble finding pants that fit well and … Read More...

With all the extra button-up shirts that can be found at thrift stores, sew them into something else with one of these button-up shirt refashion tutorials! Or maybe you have some old shirts and you want to use them to … Read More...

Wanna make a super easy but comfy and cute skirt ? This paper bag skirt is just perfect for you! Great beginners project if you’re looking for sewing ideas for beginners, trying getting the kids to make their own skirt … Read More...