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Sewing pattern: Off-the-shoulder top from a man’s button up shirt

June 7, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Off-the-shoulder top from a man's button up shirt

Refashion a man’s button up shirt to create the off-the-shoulder look that’s so popular this summer! Chickie from I Can Work With That has a tutorial showing how to do it. If you don’t have an old button up shirt… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Ultimate guide to sewing a t-shirt

June 5, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Ultimate guide to sewing a t-shirt

T-shirts are probably my favorite type of clothing to sew. They’re quick to make and so versatile! Mike from The Crafty Gentleman shares the ultimate guide for making a t-shirt. His tutorial includes everything you need to know to make… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Beach tote from a towel

June 3, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Beach tote from a towel

Going to the beach or pool means usually bringing lots of stuff with you. Brandy from Gluesticks shows how you can create a cute beach tote – out of a beach towel! The edges are already finished so it’s super… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Upcycled shirt pocket sachets

May 31, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Upcycled shirt pocket sachets

Sarah from Sadie Seasongoods shows that sachets aren’t just a gift to give at Mother’s Day. They can also make great Father’s Day gifts when they’re made from upcycled men’s shirt pockets. Brilliant! I’m loving this because I’ve got a… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Women’s cross back tank, with free sewing pattern

May 30, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Women's cross back tank, with free sewing pattern

It’s always so satisfying when I sew clothing for myself. I get the exact fit and fabric that I want! This cross back tank by Emily from Life Sew Savory is going on my list! It’s a free pattern (yay!)… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Men’s button-up refashion

May 12, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Men's button-up refashion

Men’s button up shirts are easy to find at any thrift store! You may even have some outgrown or unloved button up shirts in your own home. Stephanie from Swoodson Says shows how to transform a mens plain button up… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: 1 hour quilted tote bag

May 11, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: 1 hour quilted tote bag

1 hour is all you need to sew this pretty tote bag! Lindsay from Lindsay Sews shares a tutorial at Craftsy showing how. The outside of the bag is quilted, and the inside is lined. Finished dimensions are 13″ x 13″,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple drawstring bag for beginners to sew

May 8, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

A simple drawstring bag makes a great first sewing project – it’s easy to make and useful, too! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to sew one. You can make them in any size, but if… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial and pattern: Small quilted clutch bag

March 17, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Caroline from Sew Can She shares a free pattern for making this quilted wristlet clutch bag. It’s big enough to hold your phone but small enough to tuck into your back pocket. Or, carry it on your shoulder or cross… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial and pattern: Women’s spring t-shirt

March 13, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sew yourself a new t-shirt (or three) for your spring wardrobe! Emily from Life Sew Savory shares a free pattern and tutorial for her Women’s Spring Tee. Her spring tee has a contrast yoke, drop shoulders, and three-quarter sleeves. Her… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial and pattern: Men’s long sleeved t-shirt

February 26, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sew a men’s long sleeved t-shirt with this free pattern from Emily of Life Sew Savory! While a lot of menswear is more difficult to sew than women’s or kids’ clothing because of the tailoring or details, t-shirts are just… Read more ...

Tutorial: Little girls flat front skirt with a faux button placket

February 13, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This flat front skirt by Sweet Red Poppy has all the cute of a button front gathered skirt for little girls, but none of the frustration of actually trying to button the skirt. That’s because the button front is purely… Read more ...

Tutorial: Hot handle sleeve

February 10, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Slide this insulated fabric sleeve around the hot handle of a pot or pan for a handle-sized hot pad! Sew4Home shows how you can make one. It’s quick to make and great for using up scraps! Finished dimensions are approximately… Read more ...

Tutorial: Quilted pillbox pouch

January 16, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

These quilted pillbox pouches provide cute and handy storage for small sewing notions or office supplies. Caroline from Sew Can She shares a tutorial for making them. Finished dimensions are 4″ x 6″. It’s a great scrapbusting project for your… Read more ...

Cricut Tutorial: Fabric organizing baskets for your craft room

January 1, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can sew some simple fabric baskets to organize your smaller craft and sewing supplies. She uses her Cricut Maker to cut the fabrics, and she’s got a free cut file for you. … Read more ...