Danielle from DIY Danielle shows how to convert a one piece swim suit to a two piece.  It’s an easy bathing suit fix if you have a long torso and the suit isn’t long enough for you, or if you … Read More...

It seems our closets (and donate piles) are filled with old t-shirts.  They’re in such plentiful supply, I’m always happy to see a way to use them as a sewing or craft supply.  Create Kids Couture has a neat idea … Read More...

You can never have too many llama crafts, but these llama ears take it to the next level and allow you to be a llama on demand. This fun llama craft is easy to make with basic sewing skills and … Read More...

Cheryl from Sew Can Do offers a free downloadable pattern & tutorial for a stylish infinity baby bib that also can be used as a burp cloth and lovey blankie.  Saves tons of space in the diaper bag with 1 … Read More...

Turn a bandana into a cute bunny softie!  Stephanie from Swoodson Says shares a tutorial and free sewing pattern.  It’s an easy enough project that kids can make one for themselves!  Her post is part of the Sew a Softie … Read More...

Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can make a girl’s maxi dress.  She makes it easy by starting with a t-shirt.  No sleeves to set in, no neck line to finish off!  Just add some pretty fabric for … Read More...

This roomy tote has a big zip pocket sewn into the front!  How’s that for handy?  I’ve got a tutorial over at Orange Bettie showing how to make this bag.  The zip pocket takes just a few extra steps when … Read More...

This little piggy is an adorable little softie ball – and he’s also a project that kids can make!  Mollie from Wild Olive shares a free pattern and sewing tutorial.  Her project is part of Sew a Softie month.  It’s … Read More...

These colorful tassels are made from…. old jeans!  Not only do these tassels look gorgeous but they are pretty robust too. No chance of them falling apart as they are made from fraying large squares of scrap denim from old … Read More...

Remember how the song goes… “So! (sew)… a needle pulling thread”?  You can stitch that on a little zip pouch with this free hand embroidery pattern that Jessica from Cutesy Crafts is sharing over at Polka Dot Chair.  How cute … Read More...

Know a kid who loves unicorns?  They might need this unicorn hobby horse!  It’s a fun toy and also a cute decorative accent.  Havalah from Sisters, What! shares a free pattern and tutorial showing how you can make one.  It’s … Read More...

We might be seeing ads for back-to-school sales, but summer isn’t over yet and there are still plenty of pool days to be had.  Laura from A Beautiful Mess shows how you can sew this circle swim cover-up perfect for … Read More...

I love a good zip pouch for a quick sewing project.  This makeup pouch would be fun to sew up, and it makes a great gift!  With a wristlet strap and a vinyl lining, this makeup pouch is a step … Read More...

This sweet hedgehog softie is so cute and also easy to sew!  Linda from Sewing Bee Fabrics has a tutorial and video showing how.  She created the project and tutorial as part of Sew a Softie month which is about … Read More...

I’m loving this lemon coin purse for summer!  Amy from Sew Incredibly Crazy shares a tutorial and free sewing pattern at Therm O Web.  She made the little zip pouch with a mix of cute lemon-y yellow cotton prints.  You … Read More...

This fun pillow was inspired by Frida Kahlo’s iconic colourful self-portraits, especially the ones with the flowers in her hair.  Claire from Pillar Box Blue created this fabulous floral Felt Frida Kahlo cushion and she’s got a free pattern and … Read More...

Pam from Threading My Way shows how you can sew a drawstring bag with a divider in the lining.  It’s the perfect size to hold 6 bottles of nail polish (3 on each side of the divider so they don’t … Read More...

These secret pocket hangers, with their secret zippered pocket, hiding away secret treasures, are the perfect gift for you and the travellers in your life.  Libby from Libby’s Lifestyle shows how to make them!  It’s an easy project, great for … Read More...

See how to sew a pair of socks into the cutest little pug softie!  Joanne from Craft Passion shares a free sewing pattern.  I pair of chenille socks will make a soft huggable sock pug.  She also includes a free … Read More...