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Tutorial: Upcycled denim photo frames 2 ways

July 12, 2019 by Anne Weaver

If you do much upcycling of old jeans, you probably have a stash of belt loops and side seams. That’s because these bits of the jeans are so thick they’re difficult to sew, but they’ve also got that fading and… Read more ...

Free pattern: Twilight bear softie with a bedtime story

July 12, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Make sweet bedtime memories with this bear and moon felt toy! Miss Daisy Designs has a free sewing pattern for the Twilight Bear, and a story that goes along with it. You can tell the story at bedtime and use… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Reusable Fabric Tote Bag

July 11, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Grab an old tablecloth and turn it into a tote bag! This unlined bag is super easy to make. Pam from Threading My Way has a tutorial showing how. It’s lightweight enough you can fold it up and tuck it… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Easy bowl cozy

July 11, 2019 by Anne Weaver

These fabric bowl cozies keep your soup warm and protect your hands from a hot dish. Heather from Heather Handmade has a tutorial showing how you can sew some bowl cozies. Her tutorial includes two methods, both of them easy. … Read more ...

Free sewing pattern: Wrap maxi dress

July 10, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sew a wrap top maxi dress that’s perfect for summertime! Autumn from It’s Always Autumn has a free pattern and a tutorial for you. This lovely summer dress has short sleeves, a wrap bodice, waist tie, and a maxi length… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Easy plastic bag dispenser

July 10, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Easy plastic bag dispenser

This simple sewing project keeps plastic grocery bags organized and easily accessible. Sewing for Beginners has a tutorial showing how to make it. Step by step photos make this an easy sewing project. Awesome for beginners! Click below for the… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Reading pillow with book pocket

July 9, 2019 by Anne Weaver

What better way to spread the love of reading than by making it comfortable and fun with a cute reading pillow to relax on and to store your favorite books and maybe even your iPad. Libby from Libby’s Lifestyle shows… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Colored pencil roll

July 9, 2019 by Anne Weaver

This colored pencil roll makes it easy to see all your colored pencils and reach for exactly the one you want. No more digging through a pencil pouch to find the right pencil! Caroline from Sew Can She shows how… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Scrapbuster patchwork fabric ribbon

July 8, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Scrapbuster patchwork fabric ribbon

Simple Simon & Co. has a great idea for using your fabric scraps. Turn them into patchwork gift wrap ribbons! The idea is so simple – and so smart! You’ll use up your scraps and you’ll save money on gift… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Personalized flannel and Minky blankets

July 8, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Personalized flannel and Minky blankets

Sew a soft snuggly blanket that’s personalized with your child’s name! Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy has a tutorial showing how to these adorable Minky and flannel blankets. She made hers using some cute Toy Story 4 novelty flannels so… Read more ...

Free pattern: Nautical patchwork snack mats

July 7, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Jessica Dayon shows how to sew these adorable nautical snack mats with applique and patchwork! At 6″x 12″, these patchwork mats are like placemats, but smaller so they’re the perfect size for a mug of coffee and a small snack! … Read more ...

Free pattern: Girls tank top

July 6, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sew a girls’ tank top that’s perfect for vacation and summertime play dates! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom has a free sewing pattern you can use. You can use knit fabric yardage or do like she did… Read more ...

Free pattern: Mini monkey softie

July 5, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sew a cute little monkey softie with this free pattern from Felt With Love Designs! Made from felt, it’s easy to sew with only simple hand stitches. The tutorial is part of the Sew a Softie series organized by Trixi… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Picnic blanket that won’t blow away

July 3, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Picnic blanket that won't blow away

Whether it’s 4th of July fireworks or family reunions or trips to the beach, you’ll probably be spreading out a picnic blanket at least once this summer. Sew a picnic blanket that won’t blow away with this tutorial by Sew4Home. … Read more ...

Free pattern: Girls circle skirt with yoga waist band

July 3, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Circle skirts are so easy to sew! But if you’re not a math person it can be hard to figure out how big to cut the circles! This easy sew circle skirt by Fleece Fun has a free pattern. No… Read more ...