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Tutorial: Make vintage grain sack sachets from a thrifted curtain

February 2, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Sarah from Sadie Seasongoods created these beautiful grain sack sachets out of a thrifted curtain! She shares a tutorial showing how. She started with a plain linen look curtain and added the classic stripes and faux printing so they look… Read more ...

Tutorial: Burlap and ribbon heart pillow

February 1, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This burlap and ribbon heart pillow is so cute, and so easy to make! Maryann from Domestically Speaking tells how you can do it. The heart is made from ribbon stitched into the front of a burlap pillow. She sewed… Read more ...

Tutorial: Reading pillow with pockets for books

January 30, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Emily at Nap Time Creations shows how you can make a special reading pillow with pockets on it to hold a child’s favorite book (or two, or three). Now they’ll have everything they need to curl up with a good… Read more ...

Free pattern: Fold-up reversible fat quarter baskets

January 26, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Caroline from Sew Can She shares a free pattern for making these fold-up baskets from fat quarters. They’re made as one flat piece, folded up and ends tucked in to create a basket. When not in use, they’ll store… Read more ...

Tutorial: Round fabric baskets in any size

January 24, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine shares a tutorial at Minerva Crafts how you can sew these round fabric baskets. They’re great for organizing all kinds of things – toys, hair accessories, you name it. She tells you how… Read more ...

Tutorial: Hanging sachets

January 24, 2017 by Anne Weaver

These sachets are a great scrapbusting project, and they’ll keep your closet smelling nice. Sew4Home has the tutorial. Each one takes just a few easy seams to sew. Make them as sweet gifts for Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day. Click… Read more ...

Tutorial: Doily and burlap pillow

January 23, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Doilies and burlap were made for each other. The contrast of the delicate doily and the rustic burlap is a beautiful combination. Ann from Duct Tape & Denim shares a tutorial showing how you can make a doily and burlap… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple square pot holder

January 23, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Sara from Alice & Lois shows how you can make a simple square pot holder. They’re made from cotton, with Insul-Bright between the layers to help protect against a hot pan. lIf you can’t find cotton yardage that you like,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Absorbent dish drying mat

January 21, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Kelli from The Willow Market shows how to make an absorbent dish drying mat. The top is a patchwork of pretty cottons, and the bottom is terry cloth. It’s a larger size mat that is roughly 17″ tall x 21″… Read more ...

Tutorial: Hanging pocket organizer

January 20, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Got a space in your house that’s piled with papers? Or maybe it’s your child’s books and art supplies. Abby from Sew Much Ado shares a tutorial at The Creative Spark showing how you can make this hanging organizer. It’s… Read more ...

Video tutorial: No-sew scrap fabric house pillow

January 19, 2017 by Anne Weaver

You can make this fabric house pillow from your fabric and trim scraps without sewing a stitch! Smitha Katti shares a video tutorial showing how. She uses fabric glue in place of sewing, but if you have a sewing machine… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy draft stopper from socks

January 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver

My first apartment was in a historic district. The old building was so pretty – but the windows so drafty! I learned quickly that I needed to put draft stoppers in front of them to keep the cold air out,… Read more ...

Free pattern: Stitched heart pennant banner

January 13, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This little heart pennant banner is so sweet! Especially with all the hand stitches! Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a free pattern at Lil Luna for making it. It’s cute for Valentine’s Day, of course, but hearts don’t necessary have… Read more ...

Free pattern: Round patchwork floor cushions

January 13, 2017 by Anne Weaver

These round patchwork floor cushions would add a pop of color and personality to any room! Caroline from Sew Caroline shares a free pattern! Mix and match color and pattern for maximum fun. Her free pattern comes in three sizes… Read more ...

Tutorial: Cinch top fabric Lego bucket

January 12, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Paola from Sweet Julia Boutique shares a tutorial at Crazy Little Projects for making these fabric Lego buckets. They make cleaning up and storing all those Legos a breeze! And made from fun fabric prints, they’re cute too. Handles make… Read more ...