Tutorial: Faux fur pom pom scarf
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 It’ might be because the style is outdated, or perhaps there’s some damage on it that can’t be repaired.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
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
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
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 ...
Tutorial: Bow tie with adjustable strap
Bow ties can add an element of fun and a spark of personality to dressing up. Melanie from The Littlest Studio shows how you can sew a bow tie. There are so many fun fabrics you could use, and it… Read more ...
Tutorial: Cinch top fabric Lego bucket
Paola from Sweet Julia Boutique shares a tutorial at Crazy Little Projects for making these fabric Lego buckets. They make cleaning up and storing all those Legos a breeze! And made from fun fabric prints, they’re cute too. Handles make… Read more ...
Tips for tackling your mending pile
I’m sure there’s someone out there that enjoys mending, but most of us do not. For me, mending is a task, a job that needs to be done, while sewing is something I do because I want to. But enjoy… Read more ...