
Sewing with elastic thread is fun, so don’t be scared to try it. If you are about to make your first attempts to shirr fabric, here are the steps to follow. Find out some of the most common issues… Read more ...
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by Anne Weaver

by Anne Weaver
Make your own Corgi puppy softie! A simple sewing project for kids using scrap felt and a needle and thread! Such a sweet and simple way to make your own stuffed animal!
Teaching kids to sew is a valuable lesson,… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
Reading books about sewing can be a great way to escape into a different world, while still relating to a hobby or passion you love. These fiction books about sewing offer a variety of different stories, each with their own… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
This is a new mask design that’s easy, comfortable, faster and cheaper to make. It’s worn on the ears without buying elastic or acquiring Tshirts to make yarn. It fits as tight as you need and does not slip off.… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
This free face mask pattern is for anyone who is making the three pleat masks for charity.
You can see the full pattern here. The main aim of a fabric mask is to prevent YOUR bodily fluids from being… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
Invisible zippers are considered a challenge by many. Here is how to master them with a step by step tutorial on a dress with no lining and no facings.by Anne Weaver
By now, most countries have some sort of shortage of face masks. So what can you do if you can’t get your hands on one? With this super simple face mask you can help protect yourself and those you care… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
by Anne Weaver
Working in a hospital and don’t have a safe place to put your contaminated equipment to take it home and wash it? Here is a super easy tutorial for making a fast DIY laundry bag out of a pillowcase.… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
If you’re anything like me you’ve probably never thought that much about washing your clothes. You probably just throw them inside the washing machine, wait until their done, dry, iron, and fold them away. However, today with the uncertain threat… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
This picture tutorial shows how to make a simple pillow case type dress (or nightgown) with a decorative side bow for standard or curvy Barbie. It’s great for beginning sewers because it only requires six seams and all of them… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
We all have limited time for sewing. Check out this list of easy-to-implement tips for making the most of the time you’ve got. Lot’s of people have been pushing out DIY Sewing masks for the current pandemic and have you… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
by Anne Weaver
Another easy quick project that we can make, gift and donate to protect our loved ones and people who need it. The tutorial comes with free printable Pdf File with full-scale pattern and step by step photos to guide you… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
Learn different ways to reuse and find elastic from common items found around the home. There’s lots of ways to get cheap and free elastic! Why do we need to find it? With all the masks being made during this… Read more ...