Sewing Patterns – Page 175

Tutorial: Easy upgrade for a basic thread rack

August 26, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Look what Marie from The Inspiration Vault did to upgrade a plain thread rack! She got the thread rack from the thrift store. A few simple changes makes it so much prettier and more useful, too. I don’t want to… Read more ...

Free sewing pattern: Felt apples for fall

August 26, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Are you ready for fall? I know I am!! Get into the fall spirit by sewing up some of these sweet felt apples. Make them from red or green felt using this free pattern and tutorial from American Felt and… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Christmas house ornaments

August 25, 2018 by Anne Weaver

These soft fabric houses make the cutest Christmas tree decorations! Carla from Creatin’ in the Sticks shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how you can make them. They’re a great project for using scraps, especially for the windows… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Easy textbook and notebook covers

August 24, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Easy textbook and notebook covers

These waterproof notebook and textbook covers are made of a surprisingly cheap material, and they only take about 10 minutes to make. Daniela from Curly Made has a tutorial showing how. Click below for her tutorial: DIY Textbook and Notebook … Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Flying geese quilted pillow

August 24, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Flying geese quilted pillow

I love patchwork but I don’t have the focus to stay with a large piecing project like a quilt. Kimberly from Fat Quarter Shop shares a tutorial on their blog showing how you can make this quilted flying geese pillow. … Read more ...

10 household items that make great sewing tools

August 24, 2018 by Anne Weaver

The best sewing notions aren’t necessarily found on the notions wall in your craft store. They’re not necessarily even found in a craft store! Kate from See Kate Sew shares her 10 favorite sewing supplies that are actually household or… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Sew your own summer slippers

August 23, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Sew your own summer slippers

I rarely wear shoes in my house, but I also don’t always want to be completely barefoot. For those times, a pair of slippers is perfect. Especially if they’re lightweight and slip on, like these summer slippers by Melissa from… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Quick vinyl needle case or ear bud pouch

August 23, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Quick vinyl needle case or ear bud pouch

Here’s a quick little project you can sew that’s super cute and super useful. Natalie from Sew Hungry Hippie shows how to make a simple little needle case. It’s made from vinyl and uses only a couple of seams plus… Read more ...

Free sewing pattern: Reversible fabric and vinyl tote bag

August 22, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sew a tote that gives you two looks in one! Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free sewing pattern for making a reversible fabric and vinyl tote bag. One side is made from vinyl for a more polished look,… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Gathered fabric flower fall wreath

August 22, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Gathered fabric flower fall wreath

You can easily make this beautiful fabric flower fall wreath from strips of scrap material or cheap remnants from the fabric store. Patti from Hearth & Vine shows how you can make one. It’s great for any time of year! … Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Cool repurposed denim world map floor cushion

August 22, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Cool repurposed denim world map floor cushion

This large world map floor cushion would be a great gift for anyone with wanderlust! The map itself is made from scraps of old jeans. Claire from Pillar Box Blue shares a tutorial and free pattern. You can personalize the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Stencil bleach designs on denim and jeans

August 21, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shows how you can embellish a pair of jeans with bleach and a stencil. You can add stencil bleach designs to the ankles, like she did, or to accent the pockets or legs of the… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Hemming stretch fabrics

August 21, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Hemming stretch fabrics

Sewing knit fabric is easy, though hemming can be tricky. The stretch of the fabric can make it difficult to get a smooth hem. Emily from Life Sew Savory has a post all about hemming knits – stitches, tips, techniques! … Read more ...

Free sewing pattern: Back to school backpack

August 21, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Make back-to-school a little more special with a handmade backpack for your child! Alicia from Sew What Alicia shares a free sewing pattern and tutorial showing how. The quilted backpack is made from quilting weight cotton – with so many… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Vintage pillowcase bed caddy

August 20, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Vintage pillowcase bed caddy

It takes just a few easy seams to turn a vintage pillowcase into a handy bed baddy! I’ve got a tutorial over at Bombshell Bling showing how. The bed caddy has two rows of pockets so you can hold books,… Read more ...