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A quillow is pillow when it’s folded up, a blanket when it’s not. The pillow blanket is handy for storing a blanket when not in use. Just fold it up and use it like a throw pillow! And when you… Read more ... 
Fleece blankets are fun to make and make great gifts. With so many colors and prints available, it’s easy to make a blanket to suit someone’s personality or decorating style. There are lots of ways to make fleece blankets. Heather… Read more ... 
Update your living room decor with some new throw pillows! Cami at Tidbits has a tutorial showing how to make a beautiful DIY quilted pillow cover. The simple diamond quilting design on a solid fabric creates an elegant accent for… Read more ... 
Upcycling is a great way to give new life to old items and reduce waste in the process. And what better way to upcycle than by using old men’s neckties to create fun and creative new designs? Neckties are perfect… Read more ... 
With these quilted potholders, you can make square potholders that are both stylish and functional in no time. If you were on the lookout for simple quilted potholder patterns, this free pattern from Easy Peasy Creative is it! Once you… Read more ... 
This mini Christmas stocking garland is an easy sewing project that adds a festive touch to your holiday decor. Coral & Co. has a free sewing pattern you can use to make one. It’s quick to make, which is always… Read more ... 
If you love a hot bowl of soup but not burning your fingers, you need a bowl cozy. Just sit the bowl inside the bowl cozy and your hands are protected from the hot dish. It’s easy to sew a… Read more ... 
But don’t let the limited selection discourage you, these monkey-themed sewing patterns are sure to bring a smile to your face and add a touch of fun to any project. Whether you’re looking to make a plush toy for a… Read more ... 
Leave the one time use produce bags at the store! Use a reusable mesh produce bag instead! Sew Simple Home shows how you can sew a simple drawstring produce bag that you can use over and over. Go to Sew … Read more ... 
Sew a pillowcase with side ties so the pillow doesn’t slide out the end! You can find a tutorial over at I Can Sew This. You can make this cover for any size pillow. These would be beautiful for… Read more ... 
Primitive dolls/folk art doll is a broad type of folk art that includes elements of naïve and outsider art. The primitive folk art style is associated with the historical or early Americana era. Primitive crafts are typically rough and unsophisticated… Read more ... 
These oval quilted pot holders are a fun sewing project you can make in afternoon! They make great gifts, or make some for your own kitchen. They have pockets to better protect your hands from a hot pan, and hanging… Read more ... 
I know it’s not quite Christmas, but someone has to push you into the Christmas Crafting mindset. By the time the rest of the world is thinking about Christmas, you have lost valuable Christmas sewing time. These Christmas tree skirt… Read more ... 
Here’s a fun something you can sew for your favorite gamer! Sew Simple Home has a free sewing pattern to make this video game controller plushie or pillow. This would make a fun accent piece for a kid’s or teen’s… Read more ... 
This quilted fabric trivet is a quick project you can make for your kitchen! Craft Passion has a tutorial showing how to make one. These quilted trivets also make great gifts! They’re made from quilting weight cotton, which are available… Read more ...