These knit harem pants are so cute, and so practical for little kids!  The roomy legs are comfortable for all that active play.  They’re quick and easy to sew!  You can get a free sewing pattern from Sew It’s Made.  … Read More...

This unique table lamp is made from repurposed materials. The see-through base is a large old pickle jar. The drum shade is made from weaving the seams and hems of old denim jeans. Claire from Pillar Box Blue shares a … Read More...

Love to repurpose your old jeans but not sure what to do with the waistbands? Then this denim cushion cover is for you. Vicky from Vicky Myers Creations  has a tutorial showing how to make it.  Making the most of … Read More...

These super simple stuffed dog bones are so easy to make that even children or inexperienced adults can hand sew them! Get the free pattern for this fun accessory for fluffy toy doggies!  Lisa from Cucicucicoo has a tutorial and … Read More...

Small children and a Christmas tree full of keepsake breakable ornaments is a bad combination.  Save your sanity by making a set of kid friendly fabric ornaments!  Pack the breakable ones away for a few years until the kids are … Read More...

Keep your trash bags right where they’re handy with this trash bag dispenser!  Emily from Life Sew Savory shows how you can make one. It’s easy to make, with just a few seams!  You can hang it from a door … Read More...

Sewing rooms are creative spaces, and with the creativity often comes a mess.   Whether it’s unfinished projects or extra fabrics, it’s easy for the sewing room to get out of control.  Sherri from A Quilting Life has some help for … Read More...

Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how you can make a tiered pillowcase dress.  It’s just like a regular pillowcase dress through the bodice and neck, but the dress has three tiers that make it extra twirly.  … Read More...

The scrunchie is making a comeback, and you’re in luck because I’ve got a tutorial on how to make them! These scrunchies are not only stylish but also practical, and you can use them to tie your hair back, keeping … Read More...

How cute are these fruit bags for summer!  Would you believe you can DIY them?  Melissa from Polka Dot Chair has a tutorial and free SVG cut files for making them.  She used her Cricut Maker, which can cut vinyl.  … Read More...

This fun Christmas stocking is a wonderful way to make your own unique stockings for your family. It’s also a great way to use up random pieces of Christmas fabric that you might have in your stash! Merissa from Little … Read More...

A hard sided glasses case makes the perfect sewing kit!  Susan from Super Mom No Cape shows how you can make one.  Her tutorial comes with complete step-by-step instructions to make the tiny 2″ round pincushion, matching tri-fold needle book … Read More...

Make an and easy and chic tote bag to carry all your essentials. Use canvas for strength and stability and use leather to add sophisticated leather handles. The leather really sets this bag apart!  French seams allow you to keep … Read More...

This adorable bug softie is a cute little project that kids can make.  Trixi from Coloured Buttons kicks off Sew a Softie month with a free pattern and tutorial.  The pieces are easy to assemble with a simple running stitch.  … Read More...

Emily from Life Sew Savory shares a free pattern for this swing tee in girls’s sizes.  Put it with shorts or leggings for a cute (and comfortable) playwear.  Make it from a solid or a print, or customize it with … Read More...

A pair of walking shorts like these is a summertime classic.  Mayra from So Sew Easy offers this walking shorts sewing pattern for FREE!  Not only that, there’s a sew-along to take you through sewing all the details on these … Read More...

This red scalloped skirt is perfect for 4th of July, and the rest of the days of the year, too!  Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy shows how you can sew one.  The scallop hem is such a pretty detail! I’m … Read More...

These mer-kitties are the cutest!  Half kitty, half mermaid, and totally adorable.  Choly Knight from Sew Desu Ne? shares a free sewing pattern for making one.  Her pattern includes machine embroidery files to stitch the details like eyes and mouth … Read More...

Chelsea from GYCT shows how you can make a simple drawstring backpack with a couple of deep pockets on the front.  It’s an easy bag to make and a great first sewing project! The pockets are just the right place … Read More...

If one bottle of wine is good, two are better!  This bag makes it easy to carry two bottles of wine or beer with you to parties and get togethers.  Staci from Crafty Staci has a tutorial showing how you … Read More...