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Sewing pattern: Sock pig softie

February 5, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

his little sock pig softie is so cute for Chinese New Year! (2019 is the year of the pig.) It’s also a cute little softie just because. Joanne from Craft Passion shows how you can make one. The sock… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Chiffon little black dress refashion

February 5, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Chiffon little black dress refashion

This step by step tutorial will walk you through how to bring new life to a classic fashion staple: the little black dress. Creative Fashion Blog shows how to refashion a basic sleeveless black dress into one with a layered… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Knot scrunchie

February 4, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Abby from Sew Much Ado shows how you can sew your own knot scrunchie. She’s got a free pattern for you to download and a video showing how to sew it together. It’s a great project to use your scraps… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: DIY weighted blanket

February 4, 2019 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Many people say that weighted blankets have a calming effect. My daughter has one and loves it! Lindsay from Shrimp Salad Circus shows how you can sew your own weighted blanket. Making it yourself lets you choose your fabrics and… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Sewing notions zipper pouch

February 4, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Sewing notions zipper pouch

This flat zipper pouch would be perfect for storing sewing notions, don’t you think? Of course, it would also be great for storing school supplies or toiletries or other small items. Damjana from AppleGreen Cottage has an easy sewing tutorial… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Make An Adjustable pet collar

February 3, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

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 tip: Hidden storage in your spool of thread

February 3, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Domenica from Easy Sewing for Beginners shares a handy feature that may be hidden in your spool of thread. If you use Gutermann thread

, your thread spool may double as a needle holder! Perfect for sewing emergencies! Go to… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: How to sew collars that lie flat

February 2, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: How to sew collars that lie flat

Collars are one of those things that can make or break a shirt. A collar that flips up will make your shirt look homemade, while a collar that lies flat will look professional. Heather from Heather Handmade shows how to… Read more ...

Free sewing pattern: Doll pajama pants

February 1, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Kids love being able to change their dolls’ clothes! Emily from Life Sew Savory has a free sewing pattern to make a pair of doll pajama pants, perfect for getting dolly ready for bedtime. If you make a pair of… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Fabric match box

February 1, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This matchbox style box isn’t made of cardboard; it’s made from fabric! eSheep Designs has a tutorial showing how you can make one. Stiff interfacing allows you to create a project that’s normally made from paper or cardboard! Think of… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy fat quarter backpack

January 31, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Use 4 fat quarters to sew up a drawstring backpack, fast and easy! Barbara Esposito shares a tutorial at Moda Bake Shop. It’s a great project for beginners, or for a quick project to make for the kids or… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Nail polish bottle zipper pouch

January 31, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Nail polish bottle zipper pouch

Transform a few glittery vinyl pencil bags from the dollar store into a bag shaped like a realistic nail polish bottle. It would make a cute bag to hold toiletries or makeup! Michelle from Michelle’s Romantic Triangle has a video… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Striped heart mini quilt or table topper

January 31, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Striped heart mini quilt or table topper

This little quilt is a great size to use as a wall hanging, table topper, or placemat. The heart makes it nice for Valentine’s Day, but could really be used any time of the year! Staci from Crafty Staci has… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric Heart Rag Scrap wreath for Valentine’s Day

January 30, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Tutorial: Fabric heart wreath for Valentine's Day

This heart-shaped rag wreath is so cute for Valentine’s Day! Use scrap fabric or rag strips to create this DIY rag wreath tutorial Simple Simon & Co. shows how to make one, and you don’t even have to know how… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Easy circle skirt dress

January 30, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Easy circle skirt dress

Bonnie from Bonnie and Blithe shows how you can make a circle skirt dress. It’s a cute style to wear, perfect for school or church or play. And the circle skirt is so much fun to twirl!! It’s also a… Read more ...