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Keep it, sell it, donate it: What to do with your old sewing machine

February 23, 2017 by Anne Weaver

I’m still sewing on my first sewing machine, a Bernina 1008 I scored at an estate sale years ago, but most of us will probably upgrade our machines at least once as we get a better idea of the features… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Workout pants with lace up detail

February 23, 2017 by Anne Weaver

These workout pants have a cool lace up opening on the back of the legs. Kate from See Kate Sew shares a tutorial and a pattern for making them. Leggings are actually fairly easy to sew. The lace up opening… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: No-sew sock bunny softie

February 23, 2017 by Anne Weaver

These sock bunnies are a fun Easter craft to make with the kids! Crystal from A Pumpkin & A Princess shares a tutorial showing how to make them. There’s no sewing required, though you could stitch the pieces instead of… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: 3 ways to finish a knit neckline

February 23, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Finishing the neck is one of the last steps in sewing a t-shirt, and it’s probably the one most likely to give you trouble. There’s nothing more frustrating than a wonky neck finish on an otherwise perfect t-shirt! Melissa from… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy 10-minute pillow covers

February 22, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Sew up a fresh new look for your sofa with this easy pillow cover tutorial from Tatertots & Jello. You can make one in just 10 minutes and a few easy seams. You could sew up a stack of them… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a raglan shirt

February 22, 2017 by Anne Weaver

If you’re looking for a cute style of shirt to make that’s also easy to sew, the raglan shirt (or baseball tee) is the way to go. Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shows how easy it is to make a… Read more ...

Tutorial with pattern: Cat pillow

February 22, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Make a cat shaped pillow to add an element of fun to your living space. Or channel your inner crazy cat lady and make a bunch of them! Idle Hands Awake shares a free pattern and tutorial showing how. She… Read more ...

Tutorial: Clutch bag with a serged zipper

February 22, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Did you know that you can install zippers using your sergers? I didn’t – until I saw this post at TrashN2Tees. Jenelle shows how you can make an easy serged clutch, including inserting the zipper. You can even use the… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Reusable fabric snack pouches

February 21, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Packing a school lunch every day uses a lot of baggies – especially if you have more than one lunch to pack each day! Emily from Nap Time Creations shows how you can sew reusable snack pouches that will help… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Felt Rogue One Stormtrooper Doll

February 21, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Mollie from Wild Olive created this felt Rogue One stormtrooper doll as a present for her nephew. She’s sharing the pattern and a tutorial on her blog. It’s sewn entirely with hand stitches. The flat (not stuffed) limbs are poseable. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Donut pillow with pom pom sprinkles

February 21, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This donut pillow is perfectly adorable! Valerie from Élégantine shares a tutorial at Make It and Love It showing how you can sew it. You can use any fabrics but a fleece or Cuddle fabric would make them extra soft… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Celeste bikini panties

February 21, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Sarah from Ohhh Lulu shares a free version of her Celeste bikini panties pattern. The pattern includes women’s sizes XS – XXL. The free version shows how to finish them with lace trim and fold over elastic for the waist. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffle edge baby blanket

February 20, 2017 by Anne Weaver

A cute blanket always makes a nice baby gift! You can never have too many blankets. Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making a ruffle edge baby blanket. It’s made from two layers of fabric with batting in between, and of… Read more ...

Tutorial: Wrist cuff pincushion

February 20, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This wrist cuff pincushion keeps your pins right where you need them for sewing. Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shares a tutorial at We All Sew showing how you can make one. If you’re worried about accidentally pushing a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a slouchy sweatshirt, with pattern

February 20, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shows how you can sew a slouchy sweatshirt that’s perfect for the last bit of winter and the early spring. The loose fit shirt is comfortable to wear for hanging around the house or for… Read more ...