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A zipper pouch like this one makes a fun Valentine’s gift. The pouch by itself makes a nice gift, but you can fill it with all kinds of treats – cute pens, candies, even small toys – to make it… Read more ... 
Sew a pair of jogger style sweatpants with a free sewing pattern from Melly Sews! They’re easy to sew and use just 3 pattern pieces. They even have pockets! If you’ve never sewn stretch knits before, this is a good… Read more ... 
Turn a plain pillow into a beautiful Valentine’s Day pillow with this heart applique pillow wrap! A velvet heart embellished with a mix of old buttons gives it a vintage style. The wrap has an easy hook and loop tape… Read more ... 
While ideas for makeup remover pads that you can wash and reuse have been around for awhile, most are round or square shaped. Most also have issues with the layers separating and rolling around when you use them. But eSheep… Read more ... 
Cold floors are no fun in the winter! But you can sew these easy fleece slippers for kids using a free pattern from Heather Handmade. They’re made from two layers of fleece, so no more cold feet! The pattern pieces… Read more ... 
Create this beautiful quilted tote from some pretty quilting cottons. Sew4Home shows how with a step by step tutorial. The quilted fabric creates a sturdy bag and adds a fun texture to regular quilting cotton. And with roomy pockets on… Read more ... 
These wide leg pants lend an easy elegance to an outfit. The wide legs look like a skirt but are actually pants. You can easily sew a pair for yourself using a free pattern from So Sew Easy. The shirred… Read more ... 
This kids ear warmer will keep their ears warm when they’re outside on a cold day. You can get a free pattern for it from Heather Handmade. It’s a beginner friendly pattern so you could even let the kids… Read more ... 
If you’ve ever stepped on a tiny toy car in the middle of the night, you already understand why soft toys are sometimes the superior option.
When my kids were little, we had plastic tracks that clipped together… and unclipped… Read more ... 
Make something cute and fun with this DIY hair bow sewing tutorial! This is a simple and quick project perfect for beginners. These you can make these with hair bands or hair clips depending on what style you prefer. You… Read more ... 
This felt dinosaur play mat makes an awesome toy for kids! The dinosaur softies and backdrop is great for imaginative play. And because the pieces are all felt, it’s also a good quiet time activity. There are handles attached to… Read more ... 
Take your favorite meal with you on the go with this simple casserole carrier. Great for potlucks, meal trains, and anytime you want to share your favorite dish with a friend. This little carrier is just the thing to transport… Read more ... 
Don’t get rid of a sweater just because it has a hole. You can mend that sweater and keep on wearing it! Heather Handmade shows how to mend a hole in a sweater. It takes just a little bit of… Read more ... 
Tame the mess in your kid’s bedroom or playroom with these clear vinyl storage bags. Life Sew Savory shows how you can make them yourself. The clear zipper bags make it easy to sort and store all those small toys… Read more ... 
This hooded poncho or cape for Barbie is a quick craft for winter doll play. Using a recycled old sweatshirt means no hems, and with only one or two seams, it’s a great beginner project to help kids learn to… Read more ...