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Kick the plastic snack bag habit! Heather from Heather Handmade shows how you can sew fabric snack bags that can be used over and over. No more one-use plastic bags in your trash! Plus, the kids can pick out the… Read more ... 
Sew a pretty ruffle dress for summer! Marissa from One CrafDIY Girl has a tutorial showing how. Made from a red gingham, it’s so cute for 4th of July! She traced around a dress that fits her to get her… Read more ... 
When I talk about my “sewing scissors” I’m usually referring to my fabric shears.
But those are by no means the only pair of scissors in my sewing room. Scissors will have different shapes and different types of blades depending… Read more ... 
Who doesn’t love a maxi dress for summer? Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how you can sew a shirred maxi dress – IN JUST 20 MINUTES! There’s no pattern required and the sewing is super easy.… Read more ... 
Gina Michele shares a free pattern for making these double top knot baby hats! They make the cutest baby gifts! Sew some up in soft stretch knit fabric and you’ll be ready for the next baby shower invite that comes… Read more ... 
These mommy & me bags are so fun! Stephanie from Swoodson Says has a tutorial showing how to make a simple tote in child and adult sizes. The bags are easy to sew, and fun to customize! Finished bag dimensions… Read more ... 
This doorway puppet theater is made to hang with a tension rod! It also folds up for easy storage and provides hours of imaginative play! Brandy from Gluesticks has a tutorial showing how you can sew this doorway puppet theater. … Read more ... 
If you bought a sewing machine eager to take on a new hobby, but are letting it sit idle because you don’t know how to thread it – you’re not alone. You wouldn’t believe the number of people who tell… Read more ... 
These double drawstring bags are a great way to keep suitcases organized when traveling! They’re also a super easy project for someone new to sewing. Pam from Threading My Way has a tutorial showing how you can make theses double… Read more ... 
Pillowcase dresses are so cute on little girls – and they’re easy to sew! Habiba from Craftify My Love has a tutorial showing how you can make one. There’s just one pattern piece and just a few seams to sew. … Read more ... 
Coasters are fun scrappy projects that make for great gifts! Stephanie from Swoodson Says has rounded up 12 free coaster sewing tutorials that use your fabric scraps. Patchork or applique, or just simple squares – there are lots of ways… Read more ... 
Sew4Home has a tutorial showing how you can sew this triangle zipper pouch. The long skinny pouch is perfect for holding pens and pencils, but it would also make a nice toiletry pouch. Get some cute fabrics and sew a… Read more ... 
Finding the perfect tote bag can be a difficult process. This bag by Chelsea from Sew Simple Home is the perfect size for carrying around planners, laptops and all those baby diapers. She has a tutorial showing how you can… Read more ... 
These gathered skirts for little girls are so cute! And you can make one from a fat quarter! Heather from Heather Handmade has a tutorial showing how. The sewing is easy enough for a beginner, and fast enough… Read more ... 
This kids laundry bag is perfect for small spaces! Instead of taking up precious floor space, it hangs on the wall or the back of a door. Brandy from Gluesticks has a tutorial showing how to make one. The large… Read more ...