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The Pheobe Phone & ID Case is a free PDF pattern from Clover & Violet. Isn’t it adorable? It’s a great project for using your scraps! There are two pockets and a little angled flap that buttons over them to… Read more ... 
Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how you can make a Minky baby blanket. Minky is an unbelievably soft cuddly fabric, but it can be a challenge to sew. It stretches, it shifts, it sheds. But Alicia’s got some tips… Read more ... 
This apron is so cute with a sprinkle donut for a pocket! Mallory from A Beautiful Mess shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. Sew one up to make a sweet gift for friends or family, or make… Read more ... 
This paper pieced Eiffel Tower is fabulous! Michelle from creativeblonde has a free pattern and tutorial for us over at Sew What Alicia. The block would make a beautiful pillow or tote bag front! Or, wrap it around a canvas… Read more ... 
Harry Potter fans, this tutorial is for you! Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shows how you can make a Golden Snitch costume. I love it! Her tutorial is part of her annual Harry Potter craft series so be sure to… Read more ... 
This rainbow pom pom skirt is making me wish I was a little girl again just so I could twirl it round and round! Annika from Näh-Connection created it and she’s got a tutorial for us. Her tutorial is part… Read more ... 
There’s nothing more frustrating than putting the time and fabric into making a piece of clothing only to put in on when you’re done and find out that it doesn’t fit. I’ve done that more times than I care to… Read more ... 
I love a good baked potato, but rarely do I plan far enough ahead to actually bake one in the oven. The microwave will cook them quickly but they tend to get dried out. Becky from Patchwork Posse shows how… Read more ... 
Sherri from Thread Riding Hood shows how you can make these fold-n-go pocket placemats for your next picnic. The quilted placemats have a pocket on the side to hold flatware and a napkin. They fold up and button closed to… Read more ... 
Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine shows how you can sew a reversible wrap skirt. You get two looks from one simple A-line skirt! It’s a quick project and easy enough for a beginner to make. Plus, if your… Read more ... 
A handmde pillowcase is always special. But a handmade pillowcase with a pocket to hold a favorite stuffed toy is even more special! Bev from Flamingo Toes shows how you can make one. Her tutorial is part of Skirting the… Read more ... 
This sturdy tote is ready for any summer adventure! Caroline from Sew Can She has a tutorial at Hatch. She’s also got a free machine embroidery file for the flip flops if you sign up for a 1 month subscription… Read more ... 
Stephanie from Swoodson Says used shibori indigo dye to add color and pattern to a pair of plain white curtains. I’m loving how they turned out! She’s got a tutorial showing how she did it. If you’ve got some white… Read more ... 
Use your leftover bits of lace trim to make a pretty cuff bracelet! Maya Kuzman has a tutorial showing how. If you don’t have any scraps of lace trim, you could always buy some by the yard at the fabric… Read more ... 
Bonnie from Bonnie and Blithe has a free pattern and tutorial for making this little girl’s play dress with a flouncy ruffle at the neck and shoulders. It’s made from knit fabric so it’s comfortable and easy for a little… Read more ...