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Tutorial: No-sew watermelon wreath

July 27, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This watermelon wreath is a super cute no-sew project! Kari from Craft. Create. Cook. shares a tutorial showing how to make one to hang on your front door this summer. The wreath is made of strips of fabric knotted around… Read more ...

Tutorial: Seersucker tea towels

July 26, 2016 by Anne Weaver

These seersucker tea towels! Erin from Francois Et Moi shares a tutorial at Sugar & Cloth showing how you can make them. The summery seersucker contrasts beautifully with bright binding finishing off the edges. 2/3 yard of seersucker will make… Read more ...

Tutorial: Watermelon pom pom picnic blanket

July 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

The House That Lars Buillt shares a tutorial for the cutest watermelon picnic blanket! And though it’s intended as a picnic blanket, how adorable would it be laid over a round table? It’s a low-sew project because you’ll start with… Read more ...

Free pattern: Pineapple oven mitt

July 21, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Pineapples continue to be a hot trend, both in decor and in fashion. Rachel at A Beautiful Mess shares a free pattern for making a pineapple oven mitt. You could certain use yellow and green fabrics to make it match… Read more ...

Free pattern: Sewing machine hot pad

July 20, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This sewing machine hot pad is the hot pad design for the month of July at Crafty Staci I love this! A large button makes a dial on the front of the machine. This is the last in her 18-month… Read more ...

Tutorial: Bed pocket caddy

July 18, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Patti from Garden Matter shows how you can make a handy bed pocket caddy. The fabric organizer hangs from your mattress and gives an easy place to tuck your phone, favorite book, remote control, etc. so it’s always within easy… Read more ...

8 Things to Make with Ric Rac

July 18, 2016 by Larissa Coleman

Welcome to our roundup of sewing projects using ric rac. Ric rac is a versatile and decorative trim that has been around for many years, and it’s a great way to add a touch of texture and color to any… Read more ...

Tutorial: DIY cube pouf ottoman

July 15, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Make a cube pouf for a soft place to put your feet up, or for an extra bit of seating! Aniko from Place Of My Taste shares a tutorial showing how. Her tutorial includes how to create a striped design… Read more ...

Tutorial: Finishing the back of embroidery hoop art

July 15, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Bev from Flamingo Toes shows how you can finish off your embroidery hoop stitch projects beautifully. Finishing off the hoop is about more than just making it look nice. It will also help hide your stitches and even keep any… Read more ...

Tutorial: Double gauze burp cloth

July 13, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Measuring nearly 16″ x 24″, this baby burp cloth provides a lot of coverage! Becky from Patchwork Posse shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. She used a double gauze fabric that’s super soft and also matches a… Read more ...

It’s time for Skirting the Issue 2016!

July 12, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Skirting the Issue 2016 is here, and there’s an awesome addition! First, for those who don’t know, Skirting the Issue is a month-long sewing service project organized by Elizabeth and LiZ from Simple Simon & Co. that encourages sewists… Read more ...

Tutorial: Embroidery hoop wall pocket organizers

July 8, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Hang these embroidery hoop pockets on your wall and gain some extra organizing space above your office or work desk! They are super easy to make, and look oh so cute – especially with that pom pom trim! Click below… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Easy bean bag chair

July 8, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Make a bean bag perfect for curling up with a good book, watching TV, or even a quick nap! Petro from Creative Homemaking has a tutorial for sewing this bean bag chair. It looks like a big project, but really… Read more ...

Tutorial: Oilcloth Summertime Pocket Placemats

July 8, 2016 by Anne Weaver

These pocket placemats are made for summertime outdoor dining! They’re made from oilcloth that wipes clean easily and there’s a pocket where you can tuck a napkin. The pocket keeps your napkin handy but also keeps it from blowing away.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Upcycled denim IKEA chair

July 7, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Oh, this chair!! It’s an IKEA Skruvsta chair recovered in upcycled denim. The IKEA hack is by Claire from Pillar Box Blue, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it. Her method will work with any chair, though… Read more ...