Anne Weaver

Free pattern: Wool felt autumn pumpkin banner

September 23, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This autumn pumpkin banner is so cute for fall! Amy from Ameroonie Designs has a post at Polka Dot Designs with a free pattern and tutorial for making it. It’s made from wool felt with gorgeous dimensional wool felt flowers… Read more ...

Free pattern: Women’s boyfriend t-shirt

September 22, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

T-shirts are easy to sew and sure to get lots of wear! Emily from Life Sew Savory has a free sewing pattern you can use to create a women’s t-shirt. It has a looser “boyfriend” fit that’s comfortable and stylish. … Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Recycled denim luggage tags

September 21, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Don’t throw out your old jeans when they get worn out! That old denim is perfect for sewing and upcycling projects! Cathi from Scratch and Stitch shows how to recycle denim from old jeans to create these luggage tags. The… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Corduroy fanny pack or purse

September 20, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Like many fashion trends from the 80s, fanny packs are back! Havalah from Sisters, What! shows how you can sew a fanny pack or hip bag that converts to a purse. The little corduroy bag can be carried either way,… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Lace trim raglan sleeve detail

September 19, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Raglan sleeve shirts are easy to sew, and so much fun to customize! You can easily add interest by just using contrast fabric for the sleeves, but you can make it even cuter by adding trim to the seam. Emily… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Easy journal bookmark

September 19, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This easy journal bookmark holds a pen, pencil, or three. It’s easy to sew from scrap fabric! Danielle from DIY Danielle has a tutorial showing how you can make one. Attach it to a brand new journal and it’s the… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Felt Halloween ornaments

September 18, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Create cute felt ornaments to hang on a spooky Halloween tree! Felt With Love Designs has free patterns to create a witch, spider, and ghost ornament. They’d also be cute embellishments for a Halloween wreath! They’re quick to sew, and… Read more ...

Free sewing pattern: Quilted baby bib

September 18, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

It’s so much fun to sew for a new baby! Glenis from Gee’s Projects has a free pattern to sew this lovely quilted baby bib that would make a great gift for new parents. The bib is big enough to… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Side panel t-shirt refashion

September 17, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

It’s no fun when a top fits a little too snug! I’m always tugging it this way or that, trying to get it to lay smooth. Stephanie from Swoodson Says has a solution for that. She adds contrast fabric panels… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Stitching in the ditch

September 16, 2019 by Anne Weaver 2 Comments

If you want to finish off a lining or a cuff, stitching in the ditch is your friend. If you’ve never tried this technique before, you’ll love it for creating a clean finish in a short amount of time! Melissa… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Easy ghost Halloween costume

September 15, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Create an easy ghost Halloween costume with this tutorial by Heather Handmade! The sheer ghost cape can be worn over regular clothes, making this a great last minute costume! Add a fake chain around the neck for a ghostly accessory.… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: DIY Receiving Blanket

September 14, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Receiving blankets make great gifts for new parents, and if you know how to sew you can make them yourself. Rachel from Adventures of a DIY Mom has a tutorial showing how to sew a simple receiving blanket. You can… Read more ...

Free pattern: Cat shaped neck pillow

September 13, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Attention all cat lovers! This cat-shaped neck pillow is perfect for travelling in comfort and fun style! Lisa from Cucicucicoo has a free pattern and sewing tutorial. The FREE pattern has two sizes, a carry strap, and cat features (tail,… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Mermaid tail skirt

September 12, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This mermaid tail skirt is so cute for little girls! Heather from Heather Handmade has a great tutorial showing how you can make one. Who wouldn’t love pretending to be a mermaid in one of these fun skirts? They’re lll… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: 3 ways to add a pocket to a t-shirt

September 11, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

See how to cover up stains or just punch up the look of a plain tee with fun pockets! Stephanie from Swoodson Says has 3 free template styles to download and sew with a full tutorial. It’s a quick, easy… Read more ...

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