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Metal Frame Purse with Embroidered Fabric – Free Sewing Pattern

November 3, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Sometimes the perfect fabric doesn’t come from the store. For this project, Mayra at So Sew Easy created her own custom fabric for a beautiful metal frame purse. Would you believe this fabric started out as a plain canvas? She… Read more ...

Santa’s Workshop Felt Advent Calendar – Free Pattern

November 3, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Create an Advent calendar that will become a family keepsake! This felt “Santa’s Workshop” Advent calendar is timeless. Each day in Advent, you pull a felt toy shape out of a pocket and place it on the design above. By… Read more ...

DIY Reusable Produce Bags Sewing Tutorial

November 2, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Reduce the amount of single use plastic in your house with these reusable mesh produce bags! You can sew them yourself using a tutorial from I Can Sew This. The mesh bags are so handy! You can make them… Read more ...

Fun Ways to Mend Ripped Jeans

October 31, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Don’t throw out your favorite jeans once they start showing wear! Use some creative methods to mend those rips and worn spots instead. The Creative Sewist Blog has some great ideas for doing just that. The techniques range from practical… Read more ...

Easy Sew Star Ornaments – DIY Tutorial

October 30, 2021 by Anne Weaver

No Christmas tree is complete with some star ornaments! The best part about this easy sew craft project is you can do it or you can get the kids involved in making this fun craft. You can let them choose… Read more ...

Euro Sham Pillow Sewing Tutorial

October 29, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Looking to update your bedding ensemble? Dans de Lakehouse can show you how to make beautiful euro shams. The large square pillows look beautifully arranged across a headboard. They’re easy to sew and will add a custom look to your… Read more ...

How To Fix Kids’ Pants That Are Too Big – Sewing Tutorial

October 29, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Elizabeth Made This shows how to create an adjustable waistband with this easy buttonhole elastic tutorial. It’s a simple sewing alteration you’ll use again and again for your kids. As parents, we all know the struggle of trying to find… Read more ...

Sisu Dragon Costume DIY Sewing Tutorial

October 28, 2021 by Anne Weaver

For a child who loves Raya and the Last Dragon, you can make this cute Sisu the dragon costume. Heather Handmade shows how in an easy to follow tutorial. Starting with a purchased hoodie makes this an easy Halloween or… Read more ...

6 Pocket Origami Pouch Sewing Tutorial

October 27, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Make a fun pouch with lots of pockets from a couple of squares of fabric! This is a quick sew project based on a popular paper origami technique. The result is a nifty little pouch with six pockets that can… Read more ...

Adjustable Bag Straps Sewing Tutorial

October 26, 2021 by Anne Weaver

One of my favorite features to add to a bag is an adjustable strap. It takes just a little bit more fabric and an extra bit of hardware, but it adds so much to your bag. So Sew Easy has… Read more ...

Halloween Bat Tulle Skirt DIY Sewing Tutorial

October 24, 2021 by Anne Weaver

You’ll go batty for this fun Halloween skirt! Lex at What the Craft created this tulle skirt covered in bats. It’s perfect for Halloween parties or just to show your Halloween spirit! Go to What the Craft for the tutorial.… Read more ...

Felt Owl Cold Pack DIY Sewing Tutorial

October 23, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Help soothe away a bump or bruise with these felt owie owls! You can keep them in the freezer so you’ve always got a cold pack to put on an owie. Handmade Heather shows how you can make them from… Read more ...

Raccoon Costume Pattern Hack – Sewing Tutorial

October 21, 2021 by Anne Weaver

When you’re sewing costumes, sometimes you have to get a little creative. There’s not always a ready-made pattern for exactly the costume you want to make. Cheryl at Sew Can Do created this adorable raccoon costume, but used a basic… Read more ...

Make Your Own Bias Binding DIY Tutorial

October 20, 2021 by Anne Weaver

When binding a quilt or blanket, bias binding

is your friend. Because it’s cut on a 45 degree angle, the binding easily stretches around curves for a nice smooth finish. You can buy bias binding, but I think it’s more… Read more ...

Loose Fit Gathered Sleeve Pattern Hack

October 19, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Once you have a basic t-shirt pattern that you love, it’s easy to make small adjustments to create a variety of different looks from that pattern. Emily at Life Sew Savory shows a loose fit gathered sleeve hack for long… Read more ...