
Here’s a pattern for a running belt with pockets and an elasticized adjustable strap so you can tailor it to any waist size. This pouch could also be called a money belt, travel belt or sports belt. Place the pouch… Read more ...
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by Anne Weaver

by Anne Weaver
This adorable sloth plush is a free pattern from Sew Desu Ne? Velcro at the paws lets him hang from your arms – or a bedpost, or anything, really. There are only 5 pattern pieces so it’s easier to sew… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
This vinyl and fabric pencil pocket is big enough to hold a couple of your favorite pens, and is made to fit in your planner or 3-ring binder. BurdaStyle has a free pattern and tutorial for making it. The pocket… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
Head over to Mood Sewciety for a free pattern and tutorial for the Lotus Leggings. With panels pieced into the legs, they’re designed to be fashionable while at the same time giving you that ease of wearing that makes leggings… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
This llama key pouch might be the cutest way to keep up with your keys! Joanne from Craft Passion shares a free pattern and tutorial. The sweet llama face covers your keys so they won’t scratch anything while they’re hanging… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
Have you played around with cork fabric yet? If not, you should! It’s all kinds of trendy right now, and it’s so easy to sew on! I’ve got a tutorial over at Bombshell Bling showing how you can use cork… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
It’s always tricky when I carry my sewing scissors with me to a sewing date or class. They don’t have a carrying case and the sharp point can be dangerous to other items in a bag, or even to the… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
You don’t have to own chickens to appreciate how cute these cheery chicken softies are! Virginia from Gingercake shares a free pattern and a video tutorial showing how to make them. Sew them up from a mix of fabric prints… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shares a free pattern for this adorable bunny purse for a little girl. Sew it today for an Easter surprise! If you have a Cricut maker, she’s got cut files for you to download. But… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
This long raglan sleeve t-shirt is perfect to wear with leggings! Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shares a free pattern and tutorial. The raglan sleeves give it a sportier look (especially if you use contrast fabric on the sleeves), and… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
When I saw this bag pop up in my reader this morning, I was immediately drawn to wonderful handstitching detail. It’s the Boro Cross Body Bag, and it’s a free pattern from Vicky of Vicky Myers Creations. The small bag… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
These knee patch pants are perfect to sew up for a brand new baby! Abby from Sew Much Ado shares a free pattern and tutorial. If you have a Cricut Maker, she’s got a pattern you can download and cut… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
Sew a cute hair accessory in minutes from your fabric scraps!! LiZ from Simple Simon & Co. shows how you can make knotted hair ties. She includes a free pattern for you to use. They’re super fast to sew –… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
Sew yourself a new kimono wrap out of a couple of scarves! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a tutorial showing how . Wear it with a simple tank and a pair of jeans for a casual… Read more ... by Anne Weaver
Life is busy and there’s always some place I need to be or some obligation needing to be met. This mug mat by Staci from Crafty Staci reminds us to take time for ourselves, perhaps with a cuppa tea and… Read more ...