Sewing Patterns – Page 443

5 things to check before taking your sewing machine for repairs

May 31, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Sooner or later, every sewing machine is going to misbehave. Sometimes the fix is simple, but sometimes it’s something that requires a professional. Agy from Green Issues shares 5 things you can check before taking your machine in for repairs. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Rustic flag banner from lace and ribbon

May 31, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial at The Ribbon Retreat showing how you can make this rustic USA flag banner from lace and ribbon. An embroidered square of fabric makes the field of blue and stars, and the red… Read more ...

Tutorial: Elastic thread shirring

May 31, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Elastic thread shirring is an easy way to add stretchy gathers to a garment. Use it for a waistband, a bodice, a neckline, or wrist cuffs. Rows of stitching with elastic thread in the bobbin creates the stretchy gathers. Modkid… Read more ...

Tutorial: Flag football belt

May 31, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Kim from Sew Spot shows how you can make a flag football belt. This is a great project to get the kids outside and active! It has three fabric “flags” attached with Velcro. The goal is to take other… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sewing notions zippered pouch

May 30, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Sarah from The Last Piece shares a free pattern for these sewing themed zipper pouches. They’re simple zippered pouches – with a pretty curved shape – with sewing themed appliques. Make one for your favorite sewing friend – or yourself. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrap fabric wreath brooch

May 30, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Anna from Journey Into Creativity shows how you can make this scrappy fabric wreath brooch. You can use your smallest scraps for this project. The mix of color and pattern, and the frayed raw edges, makes me happy. Click the… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew rest or reading mat

May 30, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Kerry from Pink Lemonade shares a tutorial at Fairfield World showing how you can make this , with no sewing required. All you need is a piece of foam and some fleece. It could make any nook or corner in… Read more ...

Tutorial: Rainbow baby toy

May 30, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Stephanie from Swoodson Says shows how you can make this happy rainbow toy for a baby. It’s a larger toy, measuring approximately 6.5″ tall X 9″ wide, with a rattle insert so it makes noise when you shake or move… Read more ...

Tutorial: Bias tape placemat

May 29, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Stef from Girl. Inspired. shows how you can make a simple bias tape placemat. They’re quick to make, and don’t use much fabric as they are made from just a single layer. The bias tape finishes off the edges. If… Read more ...

Free pattern: Girls Easy Breezy Halter Dress

May 29, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern for making her Easy Breezy Halter Dress for girls. It’s an A-line dress with a gathered halter neck. It’s made from t-shirt weight knit fabric with color blocking… Read more ...

Video tutorial: Easy way to turn a fabric tube

May 29, 2015 by Anne Weaver

A narrow fabric tube doesn’t seem like a difficult thing to sew. One long straight seam, right? But turning that tube right side out can prove to be a challenge. Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shows her method for turning… Read more ...

Tutorial: Yarn tied baby blanket

May 29, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Kate from See Kate Sew shows how you can make a simple yarn tied baby blanket. It’s made from two layers of quilting weight cotton, with batting sandwiched between. You’ll have fun picking just the right fabric print combo for… Read more ...

Free pattern: Ladybug hot pad

May 29, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Staci from Crafty Staci shares a free pattern for a ladybug hot pad. It’s the latest in her Hot Pad of the Month series. May’s ladybug hot pad has polka dot wings and stitched antennae. She would be so cute… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy freezer pop koozie

May 28, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Popsicles are a favorite summertime treat. Freeze pops that come in plastic tubes are an easy and relatively mess free way to give your kids a frozen treat. Fynes Designs shows how you can make Freezie Koozies that wrap around… Read more ...

Guy’s guide to surviving a trip to the fabric store

May 28, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Like many husbands of sewing enthusiasts, my sweet hubby will do just about anything to avoid accompanying me to the fabric store. I say the word “JoAnn” and he starts looking around for ways to be busy. But sometimes it… Read more ...