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This rope handle tote is perfect for busy moms! It’s roomy to hold all the stuff you need to keep with you throughout the day. You can sew one for yourself using the free pattern from Caroline at Sew Can… Read more ... 
Vicky from Vicky Meyers Creations sewed together 5-6 pairs of jeans to make this denim floor cushion. But before she sewed them together, she did a little shibori style bleach magic on them. She’s got a tutorial showing the process,… Read more ... 
When you’re pulling fabric from your stash, it’s hard to know exactly what you’re using. We buy fabric with the best of intentions, and maybe we even check the end of the bolt for important information like fabric type, care… Read more ... 
This piggyback circus clown and bear costume is cracking me up, and that’s just seeing the photos. I’m sure it’s even better in person! Ashley from Make It and Love It created it for her son, and she’s got a… Read more ... 
Skirts might be pretty on little girls, but they can limit the type of play they can do. It’s hard to jump or twirl flips when you’re afraid of your underwear showing! Emily from Life Sew Savory shows how you… Read more ... 
Even small treats can be made special when you take some care with the presentation. Jodie & Jen from Eighteen 25 show how you can make these black cat pouches to hold Halloween treats. You won’t believe what they use… Read more ... 
This pumpkin patch applique design is cute for Halloween and all the way through Thanksgiving! Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shares a tutorial and a free pattern. Stitch it out and frame it up for a pretty piece of… Read more ... 
Aprons make quick – and easy – handmade hostess gifts! Jess from Gracious Threads shows how you can sew an apron. It’s a half apron with pockets on the front and long waist ties. With the holiday season coming, go… Read more ... 
Check out the cool woven back on this tank! Anne from WobiSobi created the tank – and the woven detail – from a basic t-shirt. She’s got a tutorial on her blog showing how to do this refashion. There’s only… Read more ... 
Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl shares a tutorial at Them O Web for making this beautiful fall pillow with a rustic pumpkin applique. It’s made from a mix of prints in a neutral palette, with the word “fall” stitched across… Read more ... 
Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how you can make this adorable lion costume for baby! The costume includes a romper with a tail and faux fur chest, and a matching furry hood for the mane. And since… Read more ... 
Plastic wrap is an easy way to cover your leftovers, but it’s wasteful. You can use it once and then it goes in the trash, and then to a landfill. Petro from Creative Homemaking shows how you can fabric bowl… Read more ... 
Allison at A Glimpse Inside shows how to make gathered ribbon medallions that make perfect wreath accents! I think they’d also make cute hair accessories or, glued to a long loop of elastic, reusable gift bows. Use your imagination and… Read more ... 
Pam from Threading My Way shows how you can sew an easy elastic waist skirt with a pretty lace ruffle at the hem. The simple gathered skirt is super versatile – it can go dressy or casual and is comfortable… Read more ... 
This gorgeous medieval princess costume looks like it came from one of those high-end (and quite pricey) costume catalogs, but it didn’t. Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom created it for her daughter. And though it is a… Read more ...