Sewing Patterns – Page 394

Tutorial: Refashion two tops into one color blocked tee

November 11, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Melissa from Trevor Loves Mommy shows how she combined two tops into one color blocked tee. Her inspiration was a tribal print baby doll top. She liked the print but not the baby doll silhouette. By refashioning it with a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Patchwork Christmas tree skirt

November 11, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Halloween feels barely over and I can’t believe it I’m already starting to think about Christmas decorating. But Thanksgiving will come and go in just a few weeks and it will be time to think about putting up the tree. … Read more ...

A felt birthday crown that holds its shape

November 10, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Jill from Snugglebug University shows the felt crown she made for her daughter’s birthday. You have to see what she used as a frame so it holds its round shape! She also made a matching crown for her to wear.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Pretty fabric napkins

November 10, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Poppies & Polkadots has a tutorial for making these lovely fabric napkins. Make them from a pretty fabric, and then make them even prettier by adding trim. They’re made from two layers of fabric, which creates a more substantial napkin… Read more ...

Tutorial: Preserve your child’s artwork as custom print fabric

November 10, 2015 by Anne Weaver

We treasure our kids’ artwork, but it’s not feasible to hold on to every single piece of paper. Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shares a tutorial at JoAnn Fabric’s blog, The Creative Spark, showing how you can turn your child’s… Read more ...

Tutorial: Cord keeper organizer roll

November 10, 2015 by Anne Weaver

All of our gadgets and electronics sure are handy, but all those cords can turn into a mess. Vicky from Vicky Meyers Creations shares a tutorial for making a cord organizer roll. Inside the roll are 5 cord keepers to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Felt fall leaves table runner

November 10, 2015 by Anne Weaver

This leaf table runner is a quick project you can sew up in an afternoon. Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. shows how you can make it. I’m loving the jewel tone leaves for a nontraditional autumn color palette! She… Read more ...

Tutorial: Faux fur infinity scarf for a doll

November 9, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Anna from Doll It Up shows how you can make a faux fur infinity scarf for a doll. The dimensions she gives will make one to fit an American Girl or other 18″ doll, but you can adjust the dimensions… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple drawstring bag

November 9, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Pam from Threading My Way shows how you can make a simple drawstring bag. They’re quick to sew up and can be put to many uses. Use them to hold toys, or as shoe bags, or sew up a bunch… Read more ...

Tutorial: 3 ways to hem knits on your sewing machine

November 9, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Knit fabrics don’t fray so hemming isn’t necessary, but in general I think the edges look nicer if they are finished. Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shares a tutorial at eHow showing 3 ways you can hem knits on a… Read more ...

Free Sewing pattern: R2D2 Star War Inspired apron

November 9, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Here’s a fun project for all you Stars Wars fans. Deby from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for this R2D2 inspired apron. I hadn’t realized till I saw her project that the shape of an apron is actually… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Fat quarter placemat

November 9, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Steph from The Silly Pearl is over at Blitsy with a tutorial showing how you can make a placemat from fat quarters. You can make one from a fat quarter. A full yard of fabric would make 4 matching placemats.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric coffee sleeve

November 8, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Borei Design shows how you can make fabric coffee sleeves to keep a hot cup of coffee from burning your hands. You can make your own pattern to fit a specific mug or travel cup, or you can use her… Read more ...

Tutorial: Secret pocket lanyard

November 8, 2015 by Anne Weaver

This secret pocket lanyard is an easy way to carry ID and a little bit of cash around with you. You can also use it as a mini wallet inside a larger bag. It’s a great gift idea for teachers,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Folded fabric Christmas ornaments

November 8, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Folded fabric ornaments are a unique and beautiful way to add a touch of elegance to your home decor. These ornaments are made from two circles of fabric that are folded and stitched together to create a mesmerizing and intricate… Read more ...