Sewing pattern: Zipper racerback tank
Loose fit, open back tanks are all the rage right now. Laura Pifer from Trash to Couture shares a tutorial at Sewing Secrets showing how you can use a metal zipper to create this cool racer back tank. The partially… Read more ... Sewing pattern: Kid-sized mini messenger bag
Kids love to carry bags! It gives them a place to carry their little treasures hands-free, which is always a big help. Amber from Crazy Little Projects shows how you can make a kid-sized mini messenger bag. The long strap… Read more ... Sewing pattern: Passport wallet with lots of pockets
This terrific passport wallet includes places for two passports, paper money, and credit cards. Everything you need to take on a trip abroad comes in this neat little package. Get a free sewing pattern and tutorial over at Sew Very… Read more ... Sewing pattern: Canvas fabric hammock chair
This hammock chair is the perfect place to spend a lazy summer afternoon! Emily from Life Sew Savory shows how you can make one yourself! Use a canvas or outdoor fabric to make this fun summer sewing and DIY project!… Read more ... Sewing pattern: Scrapbusting pinwheel coasters
Sew4Home shows how you can sew your fabric scraps into these fun pinwheel coasters. They’re a great project to get you started quilting, as they use a basic half-square triangle to make the pinwheel designs. Use bright prints and colors… Read more ... Sewing pattern: Beginners guide to applique
Applique is an easy way to personalize a sewing project, from clothing to bags to home decor. You can even applique on items you’ve purchased, like a t-shirt or plain tote or dish towel, to make a quick and easy… Read more ... Sewing pattern: Perfect patch pockets
Patch pockets are both easy and difficult to sew, depending on the placement and purpose of your pocket. On the inside of a tote bag, they’re super easy to add because you don’t have to worry so much about the… Read more ... Sewing pattern: Color block tote bag
See how you can sew a gorgeous tote from burlap! This color blocked tote is a great project for beginner sewists. Petro from Easy Peasy Creative has a tutorial showing how you can make one. The burlap is especially fun… Read more ... Sewing pattern: DIY luggage tags
These are the perfect DIY luggage tags to make any luggage stand out in a crowd. Sew Very Crafty shares a tutorial showing how you can sew some up for yourself! They are easy to make and require just a… Read more ... Sewing pattern: Wet swimsuit bag
A wet swimsuit can make a mess out of the inside of a pool or beach tote! Make a waterproof swimsuit bag to tote your wet suit home from the pool. Crystal from Stitched By Crystal shares a tutorial at… Read more ... Sewing pattern: Game board and mug mat
Sewing pattern: Quilted strawberry coasters, with free pattern
One of the many things about summer I look forward to are the strawberries being in season. These quilted strawberry coasters have me dreaming of summer strawberries! Nadra from Ellis & Higgs guest blogs at Diary of a Quilter with… Read more ... Sewing pattern: Tips to Sew a Beautiful Button Placket
Buttons and buttonholes give apparel sewists fits! But anyone can sew a beautiful button placket with the right tools and a few little tips. Mac from Sew Altered Style shares her best tips for sewing buttonholes that look great, plus… Read more ... Sewing pattern: Mini cork fabric wallet
These little cork fabric wallets are so easy to make, and Caroline from Sew Can She shows how! Cork fabric doesn’t fray so there’s no need to finish the edges. A snap makes a quick and easy closure. Add a… Read more ...