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If you love the look of a scrunchie but prefer to wear barrettes in your hair, then the scrunchie barrette is for you! It looks like a scrunchie, but the fabric is gathered on a barrette
instead of elastic. I’ve… Read more ... 
Even if you don’t have a lot of time to sew, you can still make a dress for your daughter. This pillowcase dress takes just one hour! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom has a tutorial and a… Read more ... 
Combine fabric and leather to sew a beautiful new bag! Mayra from So Sew Easy has a tutorial and free sewing pattern for you. Her fabric and leather bag is suitable for a confident beginner or intermediate sewist and is… Read more ... 
Simple Simon & Co shows how to make this hanging dish towel. It’s a super quick, super easy project because you start with a kitchen towel and a hot pad. It takes just a few easy steps to turn it… Read more ... 
Teaching kids to sew is a rewarding experience for both kids and adults! It’s activity you can both enjoy doing together, plus it teaches some good hand-eye coordination and problem solving skills. But teaching kids to sew is a lot… Read more ... 
This sling bag is a simple sewing project you can make for the kids – or WITH the kids! Amy from Ameroonie Designs has a tutorial showing how to make this pretty bag. The sling bag has a fold over… Read more ... 
Quilted leather (or faux leather) adds an edgy look to an outfit or bag. If you’re lucky, you may be able to find some quilted leather in the fabric store, but it tends to be pretty expensive and the selection… Read more ... 
If you struggle with creating even seam allowances, a seam guide can be your best friend. You can buy special seam guides to place on your sewing machine, but you can also make your own. Petro from Easy Peasy Creative… Read more ... 
Make a bandanna picnic blanket! Brandy from Gluesticks has a tutorial showing how. So easy and quick and perfect for picnics, the beach, or keeping cozy on a cold day! To simplify it even more, tie the blanket instead of… Read more ... 
Everything is made better with pockets – particularly aprons. I know I’m always looking for a handy place to put my phone while I’m working in the kitchen. This apron by Crafty Staci has pockets but you can’t see them… Read more ... 
Let there be no doubt which scissors your can use, and which are the fabric scissors that they can’t touch! Vanessa from Tried & True created this cute scissors case and has a tutorial on her blog showing how. Make… Read more ... 
I’m loving the stuffed fabric letters that Sew Jahit made for her son’s bedroom! They’re a sweet accent for a wall shelf or bedding set. She has a great tutorial on her blog showing how she made them – plus… Read more ... 
Does your sewing space need a good clean-up? Whether you’ve got a dedicated sewing room or do your sewing on the dining room table, a good organizing and decluttering goes a long way to boosting your productivity and creativity. Often,… Read more ... 
Create a door stop from denim upcycled from old jeans! Vicky Myers Creations has a tutorial showing how. She mixed denim scraps from several pairs of jeans which creates a cool effect with the different washes. A leather strap on… Read more ... 
Summer’s just around the corner and for many of us, that means travel plans! Sew up this cute quilted travel case to keep up with your cash and important documents while you’re out exploring the world. Caroline from Sew Can… Read more ...