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Sewing Pattern – Origami fabric basket organizer

February 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver

These adorable origami fabric baskets are the perfect solution for organizing your office and craft supplies! Not only do they add a touch of charm to your space, but they are also incredibly functional. Whether you’re looking to tidy up… Read more ...

Tutorial: 10 minute reversible placemat

February 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Hello Creative Family shows how you can sew your own reversible placemats. It’s a quick and easy project. You can make a placemat in just 10 minutes! Of course your probably want more than one placemat, but you can still… Read more ...

Tutorial: Color blocked sweater dress from 2 thrifted sweaters

February 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Melissa from Trevor Loves Mommy made this awesome sweater dress out of a couple of thrifted sweaters! One sweater became the arms, turtleneck, and skirt while the other was used to make the bodice. She shares a tutorial showing how… Read more ...

Tutorial: Stretch stitches for sewing knits

February 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver

You don’t need a serger to sew knits. You can sew knit fabric on your sewing machine BUT you’ll need to use a stitch that will stretch. If you don’t use a stretch stitch, when you stretch your fabric there’s… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a padded laptop sleeve

February 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Emily from Nap Time Creations shows how you can sew a padded laptop sleeve with an easy Velcro closure. You can store pencils and other small accessories in a pocket on the front. She uses a fusible foam for the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Kids reversible fabric crown

February 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Don’t underestimate the power of a crown to make a kids’ celebration that much more special. Crystal from Stitched By Crystal shares a tutorial at Make It and Love It for making a fabric crown. It’s reversible and of course… Read more ...

Tutorial: Matchbook needle books

February 14, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Here’s a last minute Valentine’s gift you can make for all your sewing friends. Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shows how to make the sweetest little matchbook needle books. Scrap fabric and a lace motif give them vintage charm,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric envelope for a Valentine treat

February 14, 2017 by Anne Weaver

A fabric envelope makes pretty presentation for a Valentine or other special gift. And, it’s reusable! Lolly Jane shares a tutorial for making a simple fabric envelope. Tuck a card or a little candy in there for a sweet Valentine… Read more ...

Tutorial: Lined half circle skirt

February 13, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Petro from Creative Homemaking shares a tutorial showing how to make a half circle skirt from a woven fabric. The skirt is nicely finished with a waistband, lining, and zipper. Make it in a floral for a beautiful new skirt… Read more ...

Tutorial: Heart mug rug

February 13, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This heart mug rug is so cute! And it makes a nice spot to park your coffee mug and a little sweet treat for Valentine’s Day. You can get a free template and tutorial at Sewing Secrets. Click below for… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric bias and how to use it

February 13, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Are you biased? I think it’s safe to say that we all have some sort of bias or another. But did you know your fabric has bias as well? And while bias in your personal opinions may not be a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Oversized cross stitch heart on a cane webbing panel

February 13, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Sarah from Sadie Seasongoods made an oversized cross stitch heart on a piece of cane webbing she scored at the thrift store. It makes a fun vintage-inspired Valentine’s decoration! She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. It might… Read more ...

Free pattern: Bell sleeve swing tee for girls

February 13, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This bell sleeve swing tee is a free sewing pattern from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom. It’s loose fit and comfy, and cute worn with a pair of leggings. Make it from a light weight knit for and it’ll… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric button heart art

February 12, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Vicky from Mad for Fabric created this beautiful heart art from scraps of Liberty fabric. The fabric buttons that make the heart are on push pins to they’re easy to place to create the art. I suppose the push pins… Read more ...

Free pattern: Lauren Bag

February 12, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Remona from The Stitching Scientist shares a free pattern for making this beautiful bag. She calls it the Lauren Bag. It has a gusset at the bottom that creates a nice shape for the bag. Use a yard of your… Read more ...