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Baby Lock Sewing Machines Labor Day Sale – Save 10%

September 1, 2026 by Shellie Wilson

If a new sewing or embroidery machine has been sitting on your wish list, this might be the little nudge you needed. The Baby Lock Labor Day Sale is on now, with 10% off qualifying machines and accessories through September … Read more ...

Barrel Pants for Women: 12 Summer Bottoms Sewing Patterns

August 30, 2026 by Shellie Wilson

Barrel pants are having one of those fashion moments that makes complete sense once you actually try a pair on. They are loose through the hips and legs, gently curved around the knees, and narrower again at the ankle. Basically,… Read more ...

AITA for Charging Extra for Rush Orders (Even Though I Work From Home)

August 27, 2026 by Shellie Wilson

Dear Crafty Readers, “I run my sewing business from home. I don’t have a shopfront. I don’t clock in and out. I just sew in my own space, around my own schedule. And because of that, people assume I’m endlessly

12 Sleep Eye Masks You Can Sew

August 24, 2026 by Shellie Wilson

Looking for a way to block out the world and get some peaceful sleep? A cozy, DIY sleep eye mask could be just what you need. Whether you’re crafting it for yourself or as a thoughtful gift, these 12 unique… Read more ...

The Ultimate Free Women’s Top Pattern – Perfect for Any Season

August 19, 2026 by Shellie Wilson

A simple and comfy women’s top pattern that is great to wear with jeans or leggings. With and nice flowy cut and longer length in the back, this is a great top for all body shapes. Pattern comes in sizes… Read more ...

Charming Tea Towel Clutch Purse – Free Sewing Tutorial

August 17, 2026 by Shellie Wilson

This Charming Tea Towel Clutch Purse is such a clever upcycling project, and I love that it turns something as simple as a tea towel into a pretty handmade accessory. It is one of those sewing ideas that feels practical,… Read more ...

Washed Linen Is 2026’s Hottest Fabric – What To Sew With It This Fall

August 16, 2026 by Shellie Wilson

I have always had a soft spot for linen, but washed linen is having a serious moment in 2026 — and this is one fabric trend that actually makes sense for those of us who sew. Etsy named Washed Linen … Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Saturday Review: Bookworm Tablet Sleeve Sewing Pattern

August 15, 2026 by Shellie Wilson

Sewing Pattern Saturday is where I take a closer look at Etsy sewing patterns that feel genuinely useful, well designed, and satisfying to make. Each review is written from a practical sewist’s point of view, focusing on how the pattern… Read more ...

DIY Emotional Support Chicken Plush Pattern

August 11, 2026 by Shellie Wilson

This Support Chicken sewing pattern is such a cheerful little project, and honestly, it is hard not to smile at it. Part plush toy, part comfort buddy, and part silly handmade gift, this chicken has exactly the kind of quirky… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Saturday: Comfort Blanket 2-in-1 Sewing Pattern Review

August 8, 2026 by Shellie Wilson

There’s something especially meaningful about sewing for babies — and comfort items sit right at the top of that list. The Comfort Blanket 2-in-1 sewing pattern stood out because it’s designed to become that item. The one that gets carried… Read more ...

Statement Patchwork Garments Are Taking Over in 2026

August 7, 2026 by Shellie Wilson

There was a time when the words patchwork sewing immediately brought to mind neatly matched squares, carefully pressed seams and a quilt spread across the spare bed. Lovely, certainly, but not necessarily something you would wear to lunch. That has… Read more ...

How to Sew a Bubble Hem Skirt: The Puffball Skirt Trend Made Wearable

August 5, 2026 by Shellie Wilson

Bubble skirts are back, and this time they are not being saved for flower girls, dance costumes or the more adventurous corners of our wardrobes. The modern bubble hem skirt—also called a puffball skirt—can be soft and wearable, especially when… Read more ...

Sewing for Seniors: A Roundup of Practical Patterns for Aged Care and Dementia

August 3, 2026 by Shellie Wilson

As a caregiver to an elderly parent navigating the challenges of aging and dementia, I’ve found myself on a mission to create thoughtful, practical items that assist in everyday care while maintaining a sense of dignity and comfort. Over the… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Saturday Review: Snood with Ears Beanie Hat Sewing Pattern (PDF)

August 1, 2026 by Shellie Wilson

Sewing Pattern Saturday is my way of spotlighting independent Etsy designers who are creating sewing patterns that are clever, wearable, and genuinely useful. These are honest reviews written from a real sewist’s perspective, focusing on how the pattern works in… Read more ...

Craft Fair vs Etsy: Where Beginners Actually Make Their First Sales

July 29, 2026 by Shellie Wilson

If you’re thinking about selling your handmade sewing items, this is usually the first big question that pops up:
Should I start with a craft fair… or open an Etsy shop? It sounds like a simple choice, but it’s… Read more ...