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Tutorial: Two tone tote bag handles

October 20, 2015 by Anne Weaver

It’s the details that make a handmade bag something special. Like these two toned handles in this tote. The orange on the inside is an unexpected pop of color – and it coordinates with the lining and the piping at… Read more ...

Tutorial: Witch hat Halloween headband

October 19, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Terra from Mama Says Sew shares a tutorial at Make It and Love It showing how you can make this witch hat headband. The itty bitty witch hat is made from felt and perches on top of the headband. Cute… Read more ...

Free pattern: Girls basic leggings

October 19, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Leggings are a wardrobe must-have for girls. They layer under dresses and skirts so they can be worn on the playground and in the cooler months. Caroline from Sew Can She shares a free pattern for making girls’ leggings. Her… Read more ...

Free pattern: Owl softie

October 19, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Katie from Peche Patterns has a free owl softie pattern for you if you sign up for her newsletter. The softie is easy to so, and oh so cute! Make him from an old sweater to give him huggable shape… Read more ...

Tutorial: Dirndl and lederhosen costumes for little kids

October 19, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Whether it’s for Octoberfest or Halloween or book character dress-up at school, these little kids’ dirndl and lederhosen costumes are the cutest! Jess from The Sewing Rabbit has the DIY. They’re cute as individual costumes, but put them together and… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew fall wreath banner

October 19, 2015 by Anne Weaver

You can make a festive fall banner for your house, and you don’t have to sew a stitch. Donna at Purl3agony shows how you can do it. The banner base is made from felt, with a wreath of faux leaves,… Read more ...

Tutorial: The best pressing tools and how to use them

October 18, 2015 by Anne Weaver

The only time I use my iron is when I’m sewing, and then I’m kind of fanatical about it because pressing can make all the difference in getting the proper shape. Irene from Serger Pepper blogs at So Sew Easy… Read more ...

Free pattern: Adorable raindrop softie

October 18, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Into each life a little rain must fall. That’s okay if the rain is as cute as this raindrop softie. Lisa from We Are Scout shares a free pattern and tutorial for making one. Give it sweet stitched eyes and… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sewing room busy basket for a toddler

October 18, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Believe it or not, you CAN get some sewing time in when you have little kids in the house. It’s just a matter of keeping them occupied (and monitored) while you’re sewing. Carolynn from Indigo Stitches created a busy basket… Read more ...

Free pattern: Easy no-sew felt superhero mask

October 17, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Amy from Positively Splendid shows how you can make an awesome superhero mask, with no sewing required. She shares a tutorial and a free pattern. It’s made from felt, with elastic straps threaded through grommets at the side. Make it… Read more ...

Tutorial: Turtleneck sweater with side vents, and a matching skirt

October 17, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can make a turtleneck sweater with side vents. It’s an easy alteration to her cowl neck sweatshirt pattern, which she offers for free (link in her post). Her tutorial also includes the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Play ‘n Snuggle Mini Blanket

October 17, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Sherri from Thread Riding Hood shows how you can her Play ‘n Snuggle Mini Blanket. If you know someone expecting a baby, this would make a wonderful gift to welcome the wee one! The small blanket measures 20″ x 22″,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Chenille scarf

October 16, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Hancock Fabrics shows how you can make a cozy chenille scarf over at their blog, The Stitch. A scarf like this would make a great Christmas present! Or perhaps just an extra special treat for yourself. The chenille is made… Read more ...

Tutorial: Polka dot pumpkin pillow

October 16, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how to make this adorable Halloween with a white and gold polka dot pumpkin. The white and gold palette works for all autumn long, not just for… Read more ...

Tutorial: Hamburger zippered pouch

October 16, 2015 by Anne Weaver

This hamburger zippered pouch is killin’ me! It’s so cute!! Sammy from Live It. Love It. Make It. shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. The cylinder shaped pouch is perfect for pens & pencils, toiletries, or other… Read more ...