More Sewing Patterns – Page 264

Tutorial: Make zipper tabs to cover the ends of your zippers

January 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Rarely do I have a zipper the exact length I need when making a zipper bag. That’s okay, though, because you can easily shorten a zipper to make it fit. Damjana from Apple Green Cottage shows how to shorten zippers… Read more ...

Tutorial: 2 ways to sew an elastic waistband

January 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

An elastic casing is an easy way to put a gathered waistband on a skirt or pair of pants. Heather from The Sewing Loft shares two methods for sewing an elastic waistband. Both use a casing; one has you sew… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a bomber jacket from a men’s flannel shirt

January 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Cathi from Scratch and Stitch created this awesome bomber jacket out of a men’s flannel shirt! She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. The flannel shirt had a quilted lining so she was able to turn it inside… Read more ...

Tutorial: Faux fur pom pom scarf

January 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a tutorial for sewing a luxe faux fur scarf with pom pom ends. The faux fur looks so soft and warm! The scarf has a slit in one where the other end of the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy draft stopper from socks

January 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

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: Easy 15-minute feece cat ear hat

January 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

I had been wanting to make a cat ear hat for a while now, because I’m a crazy cat lady and think everything is better with cat ears. But I kept putting it off because my “want to make” list… Read more ...

Tutorial: Zipper top casserole carrier

January 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Emily from Nap Time Creations shows how to sew a casserole carrier with a zip top. The insulated carrier wraps around and over a casserole dish, zips closed, and has sturdy handles to make it easy to carry. She has… Read more ...

Tutorial: Colorful scrappy fabric flower brooch

January 14, 2017 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Use your fabric scraps and button stash to make these colorful brooches! You can find a tutorial at Olann and showing how. You won’t be able to make just one, but that’s okay because they make great little “I thought… Read more ...

Tutorial: Shorten your jeans but keep the original hem

January 14, 2017 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

So you need to shorten your jeans, but you don’t want to lose the original hem… Jeans just don’t look right without the slight fading and wear that appears on the hem. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Fabric lunch bag

January 14, 2017 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

If your New Years resolution includes bringing your lunch rather than buying it out, here’s a tutorial you’ll want to see. Nicole from Dear Handmade Life shares a tutorial at We All Sew showing how you can make a reusable… Read more ...

Create a sewing space in your small house

January 13, 2017 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

We’ve all seen photos of drool worthy sewing studios. All the space! And the organization and decorative touches. Who wouldn’t want to create in there? But don’t go thinking you HAVE to have a spacious dedicated room in order to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a bucket bag from an old leather jacket

January 13, 2017 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Got an old leather jacket you’re not wearing any more? It’ might be because the style is outdated, or perhaps there’s some damage on it that can’t be repaired. Beth from The Renegade Seamstress has a tutorial at eHow showing… Read more ...

Free pattern: Stitched heart pennant banner

January 13, 2017 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

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 Leave a Comment

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 ...

Sewing Tutorial: Twist Apron

January 12, 2017 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Leah from Sew Spoiled shares a tutorial for making her Twist Apron. It has a unique gathered wrap top that is completely adjustable. The gathered top is actually a long strip of fabric that is attached on one end to… Read more ...