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Tutorial: Fabric covered Easter eggs, no sewing required

March 5, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Use your fabric scraps to make these pretty Easter eggs! Cintia from My Poppet Makes shows how you can make fabric covered Easter eggs, with no sewing required. They’d be so pretty sitting in a bowl or hanging from the… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Make a hoodie for your dog

February 25, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Make a hoodie for your dog

What is it about animals wearing people clothes that reduces me to a puddle? It’s just. so. cute!! Rachel at Confetti Fix created this monogrammed hoodie for her dog. AND she’s got a tutorial showing how she did it!! She… Read more ...

Sewing Free pattern: Fleece pet igloo for cats and small dogs

February 14, 2019 by Anne Weaver

My kitties love to have small places they can snuggle into when they want a nap. (Sometimes they don’t, because cats are like that….) Cheryl from Sew Can Do has a free sewing pattern for making a pet igloo perfect… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Make An Adjustable pet collar

February 3, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sew a custom collar for your dog (or other collar-wearing pet) that stands out from the rest! Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can sew an adjustable pet collar. It’s easy to sew, and it doesn’t take much… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Tip for getting sharp corners

January 23, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Tip for getting sharp corners

I don’t know that most of us really pay much attention to corners on pillows or little zip pouches, but they do have an effect on the overall look of a sewn piece. Sharp corners just look so crisp and… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Easy fabric lanyard or pet leash

January 15, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Easy fabric lanyard or pet leash

Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can sew a fabric lanyard or pet leash. You’ll need long skinny strips of fabric, which this a perfect project for using up scraps of fabric left over after quilting a quilt. … Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Bulk-free elastic join

January 14, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Petro from Easy Peasy Creative shows how you can join the ends of elastic without adding bulk. Because who likes having a little lump in their waistband where the elastic ends get joined? This method creates a smooth finish that’s… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Fabric heart bookmarks

January 6, 2019 by Anne Weaver

These heart shaped bookmarks make a sweet friend gift for Valentine’s Day! They’re easy to make and you can use your scraps. They slide over the corner of a book or journal to mark your place. Petro from Easy Peasy… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Sewing double fold bias tape

January 3, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Sewing double fold bias tape

Bias tape is an easy and attractive way to finish curved edges. You can buy bias tape as single or double fold. I prefer the double fold for finishing edges because the edge that folds around the raw edge of… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Knit pencil skirt

December 30, 2018 by Anne Weaver

See how easy it is to sew a simple knit pencil skirt! Petro from Easy Peasy Creative has a tutorial showing how to make one. If you’re wanting to learn to make your own clothes, a knit pencil skirt like… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Farmhouse style ruffle pillow cover

December 26, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Farmhouse style ruffle pillow cover

Petro from Easy Peasy Creative shows how you can sew these lovely farmhouse style ruffle pillow covers. Raw edge ruffles down both sides of the pillow cover create a rustic, shabby chic look. The envelope style pillow covers are easy… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Angel finger puppets that kids can sew

December 13, 2018 by Anne Weaver

A sweet and simple first sewing project for kids, this Angel Finger Puppet craft is an easy and safe project perfect for Christmas! Jennifer at Sugar Spice and Glitter has a tutorial showing how to make them, plus tips for… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Christmas tree throw pillows

December 9, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Christmas tree throw pillows

These Christmas tree pillows add an element of fun to your Christmas decor! Petro from Easy Peasy Creative shows how you can sew them up. You can make one in about 15 minutes. Make one or a bunch! I think… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Fabric cutlery holder

November 23, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Set a pretty holiday table with these cutlery pockets! Petro from Easy Peasy Creative shows how you can sew these fabric cutlery pockets. Sew them from a festive Christmas quilting cotton print! They’re quick to sew so you can make… Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrap fabric wrapped Christmas ornaments

November 13, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Use your scrap fabrics to make colorful ornaments for your Christmas tree! Cintia from My Poppet turned her scrap fabric into fabric twine, which she then used to make these fun ornaments. She has a tutorial showing how she did… Read more ...