There are a few sewing mistakes that almost feel like a rite of passage, and sewing a pouch shut with the zipper still closed is definitely one of them. If you have ever finished stitching the last seam, reached for… Read more ... Forgot to Open the Zipper Before Sewing? Try This Easy Fix
There are a few sewing mistakes that almost feel like a rite of passage, and sewing a pouch shut with the zipper still closed is definitely one of them. If you have ever finished stitching the last seam, reached for… Read more ...
I’ve sewn a lot of bags over the years, and if I’m honest, most of them end up being “too nice” to use. This one doesn’t. This polka dot gym bag is sturdy, washable, roomy, and practical enough to be…
There’s something about Easter that makes sewing feel extra satisfying. Maybe it’s the soft colours, the excuse to pull out floral fabrics, or the fact that these projects don’t need to be perfect to be loved. A handmade Easter basket…
Patches are one of those sewing jobs that look simple… until you actually sit down to do it. I’ve seen beautifully made jackets ruined by puckered stitches, melted iron-on glue, or patches sewn slightly crooked that you can’t unsee once…
There’s something about sewing for Easter that feels calmer than the rest of the year. Maybe it’s the softer colours, maybe it’s knowing this isn’t a project that needs to last forever or survive teenage growth spurts. A fabric Easter…
There’s something wonderfully grounding about hand sewing a small felt bunny. It’s the kind of project that pulls you out of your head and back into your hands. No machines, no rushing, no perfection required. Just felt, thread, and a…
If sewing patterns came with warning labels, half of them would say something like “Looks easier than it actually is” or “You will need more patience than you think.” We’ve all been there — falling in love with a pattern…
If your kids are desperate for a play kitchen but you’re sh
ort on space (or patience for giant plastic toys), this Pizza Shop Chair Slipcover is one of those ridiculously satisfying DIYs. You’re turning an everyday dining chair into…
Joy from xoxo Grandma shares a free pattern for sewing a doll sized shopping bag. The bag is made from felt so it’s easy to sew. A tan felt will look like the kraft paper used for shopping bags! She…
We all know someone like my Aunt Mae. Walk into her house, and you’ll find entire walls of fabric—bolts of vintage floral cotton, stacks of designer wool, and enough quilting cotton to outfit a small country. Need a specific print…
If your idea of holiday joy includes cozy evenings, twinkling lights, and a needle and thread in hand, then you’re in the right place! We’ve gathered 30 of the cutest Christmas hand-sewing projects that will fill your home (and your…
There is something ridiculously charming about gingerbread crafts at Christmas, isn’t there? They have all the cosy nostalgia of holiday baking without the sticky fingers, collapsing cookie roofs, or that one child who eats half the decorations before they make…
If you’ve ever worked with a
Because our furry best friends deserve festive cheer too! If you ask me, the holidays aren’t just for the humans in the house. The twinkling lights, cozy blankets, and cheerful music? Our dogs feel it too — or at least,…
There’s something truly magical about cozying up on the couch during the holiday season, surrounded by twinkling lights, warm drinks, and the soft comfort of festive throw pillows. If you’re a sewist with a soft spot for Christmas, then you’re…