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Fringed handles are easy to make once you use the right type of fabric.
The best fabric for this type of handle is one that ravels easily with think weft and warp yarn-dyed threads woven to make a design.
The… Read more ... 
Make a DIY Minion Tote Bag that is perfect for trips to the pool, a library tote, or even a preschool book bag. The kids drew pictures of their favorite Minion characters and I thought it would be fun to… Read more ... 
This cuddly plush rug is perfect for spring sewing. It’s made with minky
(aka cuddle) fabric to be super soft and has a foam interior to be extra cushioned underfoot. I’ve provided free downloadable patterns for all the appliqués to… Read more ... 
Make some statement sleeves with these cute bow cuffs! They are simple and can be added to any sewing pattern with a cuff! It’s such a cute little detail to add a little bit of something extra to an otherwise… Read more ... 
Discover why professional sewers rely on their sergers for garment construction, decorative techniques, home decorating, quilting and so much more. Whether you are a longtime serger owner or someone who has recently purchased a serger (or removed it from your… Read more ... 
This sewing pattern is by LittleLizardKing or LLK as their customers refer to them.
These patterns are adorable and the photos to go with them look like they are straight out of a modelling catalogue. You don’t get to 54,000… Read more ... 
Make your best ever market tote bag using the free market bag sewing pattern by AppleGreen Cottage – make sure to check out what it can be transformed into! This is a great looking tote in 3 sizes you can… Read more ... 
Fabric baskets come in many shapes and sizes making them a great storage solution. Easy to sew, they can be made in the size and colours to match any decor or room in your house. Great for using up Fabric… Read more ... 
Last week we shared a undies pattern with you that got so much attention we knew we had to hunt down some more designs. These Panel undies are perfect for mom tums that need a little extra support. Finding a… Read more ... 
I was looking for a tutorial for corded handles, but they all seem to require a speciality presser foot (called the “narrow presser foot
“) because of the tight sewing alongside the bulky cord. This process of wrapping the… Read more ... 
An easy foldover clutch you can make in a sitting and take it out after. The combination of striped fabric and leather brings this simple pattern up a notch. It’s a great project for learning zip placement and working with… Read more ... 
The Heyday Dungarees pattern combines comfort with a funky sense of style.
This pattern includes ten sizes, from XXS up to 5XL.
This is a relaxed fit dungaree/overall. It has tie straps which don’t need undoing in order to take… Read more ... 
Now that you’re learning to sew, you’ll need a place to keep all of your pins. Here is a simple DIY felt pincushion shaped like a sugar cookie! Complete with your favorite flavor of frosting and colorful sprinkles! A… Read more ... 
Learn all these sewing and alterations you can do yourself to make your wardrobe fit well and make it last longer. A great life lesson to know and to teach your kids and teenagers. Don’t pay for these alterations learn… Read more ... 
Cute, decorative little bowls. Great for a desk, sewing table, drawer storage and organization. Finished sizes: large 5″W x 2 1/4″H; small 4″W x 1 3/4″H.
These intricate organizers look far more complicated than they are. You can modernise… Read more ...