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Tutorial: DIY bobbin clips from clear tubing

July 13, 2016 by Anne Weaver

You could buy bobbin covers or clips, but that can get expensive if you have very many bobbins. Erin from Schlosser Designs shows how you can DIY some bobbin clips using clear tubing. Clear tubing is an inexpensive hardware store… Read more ...

7 tips to help a teen start sewing

July 13, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Know a teen who wants to learn to sew? Or perhaps you want your teen to want to learn how to sew? Sew4Home shares 7 great tips for encouraging teens to sew. I do disagree with them a little on… Read more ...

Tutorial: Double gauze burp cloth

July 13, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Measuring nearly 16″ x 24″, this baby burp cloth provides a lot of coverage! Becky from Patchwork Posse shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. She used a double gauze fabric that’s super soft and also matches a… Read more ...

Free pattern: Tiered summer tank

July 13, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This tiered tank is perfect for summer days! Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shares a free pattern for making one. Her free pattern fits a size 34-36 bust. If you need another size, you should be able to adjust it… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Felt pug pillow or softie

July 12, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This adorable felt pug pillow could be your first sewing project!! (Or a quick afternoon project if you already know how to sew.) Wendy from Woo Jr. shares a free pattern and tutorial. Click below for the pattern and tutorial:… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: How to clean your iron

July 12, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Got a gunked up iron? It doesn’t matter how much I try to keep it clean, it always ends up a big ol’ dirty mess. Beth from SunnyGal Studio shares a tutorial at Craftsy showing how you can get your… Read more ...

It’s time for Skirting the Issue 2016!

July 12, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Skirting the Issue 2016 is here, and there’s an awesome addition! First, for those who don’t know, Skirting the Issue is a month-long sewing service project organized by Elizabeth and LiZ from Simple Simon & Co. that encourages sewists… Read more ...

Tutorial: Add an adjustable waistband to kids’ jeans

July 12, 2016 by Anne Weaver

An adjustable waistband is a must for kids’ pants – especially if your child has a longer or leaner build! Not all kids’ pants have adjustable waistbands, but that is easy to add. Stef from Girl. Inspired. shares a tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy rope handle tote bag

July 12, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This rope handle tote bag is easy to make and so cute for summer! Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial at Lil Luna. The handles are so easy to make from rope and jumbo grommets. Pockets on the inside… Read more ...

Free pattern: Perfect sleeveless summer top

July 11, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This may be the perfect summer top! Sleeveless and high neck, and shaped at the sides. It’s the Pam top by Daniela from On The Cutting Floor, and she’s sharing the pattern for free! Her free pattern comes in women’s… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Ultimate Pool Bag

July 11, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Bonnie from Whisk ‘Em shares a tutorial for her Ultimate Pool Bag. It carries like a backpack and has towel loops on the back. Inside the bag are pockets to hold sunscreen, swim diapers, and more. The zipper goes around… Read more ...

Free sewing pattern: 1-Yard Magic Apron

July 11, 2016 by Anne Weaver

1 yard of fabric is enough to make an apron! Caroline from Sew Can She shares a free pattern from Lecien fabrics. It’s one of their 1-Yard Magic patterns that show how much you can do with just 1 yard… Read more ...

Free pattern: Sheep softie

July 11, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This sheep softie is so cute and huggable! Stephanie from Swoodson Says shares a free pattern! He’s made from a soft fleece and is the perfect size to snuggle. Finished measurements are 9.5″ high x 8.5″ wide. Click the link… Read more ...

Tutorial: DIY neck cooler

July 10, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Keep your cool this summer with a neck cooler! You can make one using a tutorial at Sarah Jane’s Craft Blog. It’s a fabric tube filled with water storing crystals (gardening supplies) so it can stay wet for a long… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric tangram game

July 10, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This fabric tangram game is a perfect addition to a busy bag! Beauty All Around shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. You can adjust the complexity of the patterns to make it appropriate for all ages. Older… Read more ...