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8 signs your sewing machine hates you, plus how to fix them

March 2, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Most of the time, my sewing machine is my bestest friend. But there are days when I swear she is out to get me! I’m not alone. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a list of 8… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Child’s apron and elastic back chef’s hat

February 27, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Veronica from SewVery shows how you can make a child’s apron and matching chef’s hat. She uses her free Sunny Dress pattern to make the apron. She links to the pattern and then tells the modifications to make the apron. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a tablecloth that stays put

February 25, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Amy from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop shows how you can make a tablecloth that stays put. Instead of a flat piece of fabric draped over a table (which can be easily pulled off!), this stay put tablecloth fits snugly around the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Heart mug rug that folds into an envelope

February 20, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Ella and Nesta’s Little Room shows how you can make this heart-shaped mug rug. It folds up to create a little fabric envelope. You could easily tuck a couple of tea bags into it as you’re folding it up. The… Read more ...

Free pattern: Lumberjack hat for a doll

February 16, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Jennie from Wren Feathers shares a free pattern for a doll’s lumberjack hat. It’s made from fleece with a fur lining. The lumberjack hat will fit dolls with 12″ heads, such as American Girl or Maplelea. She created and shared… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Faux fur hat

January 22, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Daria from Kittenhood shows how to make a faux fur hat to keep your head and ears snuggly warm this winter. It has simple lines, which works well with a faux fur. The lining gives a clean finish to the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Pom pom sweater hat

January 20, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shares a tutorial at eHow showing how to make a pom pom sweater hat. The hat is made from a repurposed sweater. Raid your closet for sweaters that have fallen out of favor, or take… Read more ...

Tips for sewing wool garments that aren’t itchy

January 15, 2015 by Anne Weaver

There are lots of reasons to like wool for garments. The first that comes to mind is warmth (probably because it’s super cold outside today). It’s also a durable fabric. But wearing it next to your skin can be uncomfortable. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Common types of zippers, plus how to install a jacket zipper that lines up perfectly

January 15, 2015 by Anne Weaver

The first time you look at the zipper section of the fabric store, you’ll probably notice that they come in a variety of colors and lengths. But look closely at the packaging and the actual zipper workings and you’ll see… Read more ...

Free sewing pattern: Paddington Bear softie, with his hat and coat

January 10, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Becky from Patchwork Posse shares a free pattern for a Paddington Bear

softie, including his signature coat and hat. Paddington is made from a soft minky fur so he’s super sweet and snuggly. His coat and hat are made from… Read more ...

8 signs your sewing machine hates you, plus how to fix them

Sewing Tutorial: Child’s apron and elastic back chef’s hat

Tutorial: Make a tablecloth that stays put

Tutorial: Heart mug rug that folds into an envelope

Free pattern: Lumberjack hat for a doll

Sewing Tutorial: Faux fur hat

Tutorial: Pom pom sweater hat

Tips for sewing wool garments that aren’t itchy

Tutorial: Common types of zippers, plus how to install a jacket zipper that lines up perfectly

Free sewing pattern: Paddington Bear softie, with his hat and coat

Tutorial: No-sew winter hat for a doll

Tutorial: Felt top hat fascinator for New Years Eve

Video tutorial: Super easy fleece winter hat

Free pattern: Aviator style Santa hat and scarf

Tutorial: Pixie hat made from an old sweater