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Tutorial: Washcloths with scrappy patchwork binding

April 23, 2016 by Anne Weaver

These washcloths with scrappy patchwork binding are a fun and useful way to use up your smaller fabric scraps. Sew4Home shares a tutorial showing how you can make them. It’s a good project to make in multiples, so make some… Read more ...

Tutorial: Peplum hem pencil skirt

April 23, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Melanie from The Littlest Studio shows how you can make a pencil skirt with a dramatic peplum hem. It’s fitted through the waist, hip, and thighs but then flares out beautifully at the bottom with a peplum. You’ll need a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Roll up back pack from an old blazer

April 23, 2016 by Anne Weaver

You can make a roll top back pack like this one out of an old wool blazer and three leather belts. Delia from Delia Creates shares a tutorial at Baby Lock’s Totally Stitchin’ blog showing how. You should be able… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew open back summer tee

April 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Anne from WobiSobi shows how you can refashion a basic t-shirt to be an open back t-shirt. There’s no sewing required, just a few cuts with a pair of fabric scissors. The open- back t-shirt is split up the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Pot holder and oven mitt

April 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Brigitte from By Number 19 shares a tutorial for making a pot holder and oven mitt. They make great housewarming or wedding gifts. Or make a set for yourself for a quick update to your own kitchen. (The link to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Clutch purse with a bunting applique

April 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Cheri from Living DIY Style shows how you can make a clutch purse with a whimsical bunting applique. It’s made from two fabrics, plus scraps to make the garland or bunting applique. The color blocked purse has a button closure… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a pillow cover like a pro

April 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Pillow covers are a quick and satisfying sewing project. And if you take a little extra care when sewing them, they’ll look like a million bucks. Elizabeth at Simple Simon & Co shares her tips for sewing a professional looking… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ring sling doll carrier

April 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Little kids love to take care of their dolls, showing the same attention to them that they see their parents give to themselves or to siblings. Crystal from Stitched by Crystal shares a tutorial at Make It and Love It… Read more ...

Freebie: Sewing coloring pages

April 21, 2016 by Anne Weaver

The coloring page trend shows that coloring is not just for the kids. It’s also fun – and relaxing – for the grownups. Kate from See Kate Sew shares some coloring pages just for us sewists. One has a cute… Read more ...

Free pattern: Hippo hot pad

April 21, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This cute hippo is the hot pad of the month by Staci from Crafty Staci. His goofy, happy face makes this a fun project for a kids’ table, baby shower, or maybe just for the fun of it. I’m… Read more ...

Free pattern: Tricia fitted halter dress

April 21, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shares a free pattern for her Tricia dress. It’s a fitted dress with a halter neck and an A-line knee length skirt. It’s shaped with bust and waist darts and has a zipper at… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Pillowcase with a hidden pocket

April 21, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Monica from It’s Just Sewing shares a tutorial for making a pillowcase with a most fun addition – a hidden zippered pocket! You can tuck a sweet note or special treat it in it. Or, use it as a tooth… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy grommet curtains

April 21, 2016 by Anne Weaver

A new set of curtains can dramatically change the look of a room. But they’re expensive to buy, and the colors and styles are usually very limited. Frankie from Get Into Yoga shares a tutorial at So Sew Easy showing … Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Reusable snack bags to reduce lunchtime waste

April 20, 2016 by Anne Weaver

School lunches and take-along snacks produce a lot of waste. All those plastic baggies get used one time and end up in the trash. Shelly from Coral & Co. shows how you can make reusable snack bags. You can wash… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple beach tote

April 20, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Summer’s going to be here before you know it. Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how you can make a beach tote for days at the pool or summer vacations at the beach. The simple design makes it easy to… Read more ...