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Faux fur
is a fun fabric to use for winter sewing projects! It just looks so cozy on pillows and other home decor projects, and it’s a cute trim to add to hats and other accessories. The deep pile can… Read more ... 
Like many people, I carry a key and a prox card around with me at work. My work-issued lanyard was functional, but not so attractive. And when you’re wearing something around your neck every day, it’s nice for it to… Read more ... 
Bias tape is an easy and attractive way to finish curved edges. You can buy bias tape as single or double fold. I prefer the double fold for finishing edges because the edge that folds around the raw edge of… Read more ... 
Turn an old pair of pants into cute skirt overalls! Mary from Sew Much Love, Mary has a tutorial showing how to create this refashion. Starting with a pair of pants lets you keep all of the waistband detailing and… Read more ... 
Seam allowances can add bulk or cause bunching, especially if you’re sewing a tight curve or using heavy fabrics. Heather from Heather Handmade shows how to grade and trim seams to reduce bulk and get corners and curves to lay… Read more ... 
Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how you can sew these fun and pretty quilted pillow covers. They’re made with a quilt-as-you-go technique that’s great for improv piecing and using up your scraps. Pull out your scraps and see what… Read more ... 
Sew an easy poncho wrap to add an extra layer to your winter outfits! Caroline from Sew Can She shows how. You can start with yardage – or with a lightweight blanket! Her blanket poncho has a shawl collar, toggle… Read more ... 
See how easy it is to sew a simple knit pencil skirt! Petro from Easy Peasy Creative has a tutorial showing how to make one. If you’re wanting to learn to make your own clothes, a knit pencil skirt like… Read more ... 
Send a handmade Valentine to friends and family with these fabric Valentine postcards! Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl has a tutorial showing how to make them. Create custom designs using Valentine novelty prints. It’s also a good way to use… Read more ... 
Sew4Home shows how you can sew a classic satchel bag. It’s big enough to pack for a weekend trip, but easy enough to carry to take with you to the gym. It has a pockets on the inside as well… Read more ... 
The great thing about sewing t-shirts is that it’s so easy to adapt them to make different styles of shirts. Hey June Handmade has a great tutorial showing how you can add a button placket when sewing a shirt, turning… Read more ... 
Did you know you can weave your fabrics into beautiful baskets? You can, and Caroline from Sew Can She has a tutorial showing how. The woven strips of fabric are reinforced with a heavy interfacing, so the basket is actually… Read more ... 
Petro from Easy Peasy Creative shows how you can sew these lovely farmhouse style ruffle pillow covers. Raw edge ruffles down both sides of the pillow cover create a rustic, shabby chic look. The envelope style pillow covers are easy… Read more ... 
If you sew, sooner or later you’ll sew the wrong pieces together, or a seam looks wonky, and you’ll need to rip it out. It happens to everyone, even the most seasoned of sewists. And though it’s frustrating to have… Read more ... 
Turn family photos into keepsake ornaments with this tutorial by Stephanie at Swoodson Says! Embroidery and beading and a bit of tulle add sparkle and personality to the black and white photos. You’ll have fun figuring out which details to… Read more ...