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There is a particular kind of satisfaction in making a Christmas present from fabric you already own. That little floral offcut finally gets its moment, the leftover quilt squares become something useful, and we get to say, “See? I told… Read more ... … Read more ...Dear Crafty Readers, “I run a small sewing business. I sell handmade items that do really well at Christmas. Every year, as soon as November hits, the messages start rolling in. ‘Can you squeeze in one more?’
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Christmas wrapping is one of those expenses that seems small until you add it all up. Paper, sticky tape, gift bags, bows and ribbon can take a surprising little bite out of the budget, especially when you are already trying… Read more ... 
The bag is simple, uses very little fabric (about 2/3rds of a fat quarter), has no fussy inside pockets (although you can add your own if you like), and takes me well less than 30 minutes to print the… Read more ... 
Are you looking to make your first dress or just craving a quick, stylish sewing project? The Simple Shift Dress tutorial from Sew Essential is the perfect starting point! This tutorial walks you through each step of the process, making… Read more ... 
If you love the idea of a Halloween boo basket but would rather give something cosy and useful, this pillowcase BOO bag is such a sweet alternative.
A plain white or cream pillowcase becomes a friendly ghost, complete with a… Read more ... 
You know those little cotton drawstring bags that seem to accumulate in the craft cupboard? The ones left over from party favours, jewellery packaging or a project you were absolutely going to finish? They make surprisingly charming little Halloween ghosts.… Read more ... 
Christmas selling brings out a very specific kind of panic — even in confident sewists.
Suddenly, there’s pressure to be festive, affordable, competitive, and profitable all at the same time. You start second-guessing prices, comparing yourself to everyone else, and… Read more ... 
Some craft supplies announce themselves immediately. Others look suspiciously like something you were supposed to put in the laundry basket.
These fuzzy Halloween socks fall into the second category. With little white ghosts, orange dots, witch hats and cheerful stripes,… Read more ... 
Looking for a cute and creative Halloween costume for your little one? This DIY Pumpkin Costume from Heather Handmade is the perfect choice! Simple to create and absolutely adorable, this costume will make your kiddo stand out in the best… Read more ... 
Halloween bats are one of those projects that always look more impressive than the effort involved.
A bit of black felt, a few wing shapes, some wonky stitching, and suddenly your house looks like you planned your Halloween décor back… Read more ... 
If you’re passionate about sewing, then you won’t want to miss the Books That Have a Sewing Theme post on Pink Hollybush Designs. This carefully curated list of books isn’t just about fabric and thread, it’s about the art and… Read more ... 
There is something slightly ridiculous about how satisfying it is to sew baby shoes.
They use barely any fabric, the finished project fits in the palm of your hand, and somehow a pair of tiny handmade booties can completely steal… Read more ... 
There are some sewing projects that are almost impossible to resist making tiny, and baby booties are definitely one of them.
Give me a couple of pretty fabric scraps and suddenly I am mentally matching booties to bibs, blankets and… Read more ... 
There’s something irresistibly charming about a long, low sausage dog. That stretched-out body, the little legs, the floppy ears — it’s no wonder dachshunds are such favourites. This 60cm long sausage dog softie captures that classic dachshund shape in fabric,… Read more ... 