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This roll up pencil pouch has places for all the pens and pencils you might need for school – or maybe just for an art project. There are enough pockets to hold a whole set of markers or colored pencils. … Read more ... 
What is a reading pillow? Also called a book pillow or pocket pillow, it’s a pillow to help you get more comfortable so you can read longer! What is better than reading in bed?
Here’s a great project to gift to an aspiring ballerina in your life! If the sequins scare you, don’t worry! Her dress can be sewn entirely in quilting cotton. Her ballerina slippers come together easily with felt and ribbon. Her… Read more ... 
How cute is this itty bitty bag! The Mini Boston Bag looks just like a smart city bag, but on a much smaller scale. Measuring just 4″ tall x 4 1/2″ wide x 1 3/8″ deep, it’s the perfect size… Read more ... 
This velvet hair bow is made even prettier with sequins sprinkled on it! Making Things is Awesome shows how you can create a beautiful sequin hair bow. The texture of the velvet is the perfect backdrop for the sparkle of… Read more ... 
When sewing clothes to take with you on vacation, think about what kinds of fabrics will travel well in a suitcase. After all, who wants to deal with wrinkly clothes or (even worse!) IRONING while on vacation? So Sew Easy… Read more ... 
This Dakota coat is the most gorgeous little overcoat and is practical all year round you will not want to miss out on.
Kids’ costumes are so cute, but rarely are they made to be worn for longer than a couple of hours. But these mermaid skirts that Heather Handmade created for her daughters are super cute, and also made to be worn… Read more ... 
Have your kids ready for lunch at school with these reusable snack bags! Stop using plastic or paper packaging for sandwiches or snacks and replace them with a more sustainable alternative.
Upcycle a couple of old sweaters into an adorable acorn pillow for fall! Claire at Pillar Box Blue created this project and I think it is so cute! I love how the texture and ribbed hem band create the details… Read more ... 
You can sew a purse quick and easy when you start with a placemat. Emily at Life Sew Savory made this cute little bag from a placemat, and she’s got a tutorial showing how. It’s super easy, requiring just… Read more ... 
A silk scarf makes a beautiful fashion accessory, and you can make your own with this tutorial from Heather Handmade. All you need is a yard of silk! If you’ve never sewn on lightweight silk before, this is a… Read more ... 
Sew a DIY kids mask in under 10 minutes! This kids face mask sewing tutorial by Hellosewing is fun and easy, which makes it great for both sewing beginners and experienced enthusiasts. To make this easy child sized mask, you… Read more ... 
Create a fabric pumpkin topiary for your fall decor! Fabric pumpkins are easy to make, requiring only basic sewing skills. Donna Herron has a tutorial showing how you can make a stacked pumpkin topiary like this one. Each pumpkin takes… Read more ... 
Sew a mini zip pouch perfect for holding ear buds or spare change! It’s easy to do with this tutorial from Heather Handmade! The small pouch has a clip so you can attach it to a bag or key ring. … Read more ...