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This kitty loves knitting! She’s peeking her head through a knitted wreath, and she’s got a ball of yarn to play with. Donna Herron created this felt kitty ornament for an ornament exchange with her knitting friends, and she’s sharing… Read more ... 
In a perfect world, I’d be sewing up a new quilt every week. But life is busy and I have a hard time maintaining momentum on long-term sewing projects. But this quilt design by Caroline from Sew Can She looks… Read more ... 
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how you can take an old sweater that you don’t wear any more and turn it into warm winter wear for your dog. This refashion works best for smaller dogs and her free pattern… Read more ... 
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern and tutorial for making a fleece beanie hat. These hats are easy to sew (perfect for beginners!) and can use up those scraps of fleece that somehow seem… Read more ... 
Staci from Crafty Staci has a free pattern for this cute snowman embroidery hoop art. He’s actually made from two hoops, attached together to create his snowman body. He’s wearing a scarf around his neck and fluffy pom pom muffs… Read more ... 
This felt camper mini embroidery hoop art would be so cute on a Christmas tree! The little retro camper looks so happy and cozy parked in the snow. Bev from Flamingo Toes has a free pattern for making one. I… Read more ... 
Sew a fleece robe for a cozy and special Christmas gift for a child! Jess from Gracious Threads shares a tutorial and free pattern at Fleece Fun. The knee-length robe has a hood and large pockets, and an attached belt.… Read more ... 
My dreams of a 90s fashion revival are coming true this year! Velvet is back, though with a modern twist. Friday Pattern Company shares a free pattern for making a beanie hat, and it’s awesome made from a low pile… Read more ... 
Heather Handmade shares a free sewing pattern and tutorial for making this loose fit drape cardigan with an asymmetrical hem. Make it from a knit fabric for a lightweight wrap. With the loose fit, one size will fit most people. … Read more ... 
Delia from Delia Creates shows how you can create this lovely clutch bag embellished with small leather blooms. The bag is just beg enough to hold a phone and wallet, perfect for an evening out. The leather anemones are cut… Read more ... 
These felt gnomes are so cute, with their big fluffy beards and tall gnome hats! Sharon from Crafts ‘n Coffee shares a tutorial showing how you can make them. They’re made from felt and yarn, but there’s no sewing required.… Read more ... 
The Tilda Studio blog is excited to bring you a fun and festive DIY project just in time for the holiday season – fabric birds! These charming little creatures are sure to add a touch of whimsy and warmth to… Read more ... 
Lisa from Cucicucicoo shows how you can make a Christmas tree skirt from a tablecloth. That’s such a great idea! It’s usually pretty easy to find a tablecloth at a thrift store or discount housewares store, and it will usually… Read more ... 
Caroline from Sew Can She created this little Tiny Bag as a scrapbusting project. She’s got a free pattern and tutorial for us! The bag is small, just big enough to hold a phone and wallet, but it has little… Read more ... 
These magenta sweater Christmas trees were my present to my swap partner in the 2017 Ornament Exchange blog hop. I’ve got a free pattern and tutorial over at Orange Bettie. They’re quick and easy to make using just one pattern… Read more ...