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Sew a reversible tote bag with this easy sewing tutorial from Trash to Couture! Use it as a market tote or a pool/park bag. When you get tired of one print, just turn it inside out to get a… Read more ... 
This wrist pincushion is the solution for when you need to keep your pins close at hand, but still out of the way. You can make one yourself from scrap fabric and supplies you probably already have on hand. Go … Read more ... 
Tapering wide leg pants is a fairly simple alteration that can totally change the overall look and style of a pair of pants. This article written by Christine Warren provides detailed, step by step instructions on how to taper wide… Read more ... 
Most hot pads are big enough for a sauce pan or small baking dish.
But when you’re using a larger dish, like for casseroles, you need a larger hot pad. This oversized hot pad from Pin, Cut, Sew Studio is… Read more ... 
Freshen up your closet with the Ella Blouse, a modern short-sleeved shirt with a stylish row of buttons all the way down the back. It features a dolman sleeve, which is one of the easiest sleeve styles to sew. Fashion… Read more ... 
A handmade baby bib is always a great gift to welcome a new baby! They’re quick and easy to make, and always appreciated. Coral & Co. has a free sewing pattern you can use to make an easy baby bib. … Read more ... 
Once you’ve sewn a project or two, you realize there are lots of ways to hem a piece of fabric. Which one should you use? Well, that depends on what you’re making and what kind of fabric you’re using. Heather … Read more ... 
If you have always wondered how those cute little bucket hats are made? Wonder no more, because with this free bucket hat sewing pattern you can make hats in various sizes to suit every member of the family. You can… Read more ... 
PDF patterns and detailed instructions can be purchase for these 3 soft toy doll pattern here. 
Replace a work-issued lanyard with one that’s much cuter – and more comfortable to wear! Sew Simple Home has an easy sewing tutorial you can use to sew a simple fabric lanyard to hold your work or school ID. Make… Read more ... 
The Zenki Way: A Guide to Designing & Enjoying Your Own Creative Softies by Trixi Symonds
A perfect sewing project for kids
A big part of my work in the last few years has been coming up with sewing projects… Read more ... 
Patches are a fun way to customize a bag or a garment. You can buy all kinds of cute patches
at the fabric store, or (my preference) collect them as souvenirs from trips and big events. Patches can also be… Read more ... 
Tackle the mess on your bathroom vanity with this easy makeup bag. The round drawstring makeup bag opens wide so it’s easy to find what you need. And when you’re done, it’s quick to cinch closed. Go to Easy Peasy … Read more ... 
This easy sewing tutorial shows you how to make a pillowcase with inner flap. It follows the process that stores use to make pillowcases. Cutting measurements are provided for standard, queen, and king size pillows. It’s a great sewing project… Read more ... 
This women’s long cardigan is an easy extra layer for cooler spring days. It’s also just the right accent to complete an outfit. A t-shirt, a pair of pants, and a long cardigan and you’re all dressed up while still… Read more ...