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Tutorial: DIY Sesame Street Bean Bags

March 19, 2019 by Anne Weaver

character bean bags are the cutest! I’m partial to Oscar. He was my favorite when I was a kid, and also my daughter’s favorite when she was little. Brandy from Gluesticks has a simple pattern for these… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Campfire play set from upcycled socks and shirts

March 18, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Campfire play set from upcycled socks and shirts

Would you believe that this adorable campfire play set is made from upcycled socks and shirts? It is! Jenna from Making Things is Awesome has a tutorial showing how you can make one. The stones and twigs and marshmallows are… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Easy drawstring eyeglass case

March 18, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Easy drawstring eyeglass case

An eyeglass case is an easy sewing project that’s great for beginners! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom has a tutorial showing how to make them. They’re made from fleece, which is soft on the glasses lenses and… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Easy upcycled frame pincushion

March 17, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Easy upcycled frame pincushion

An old picture frame gets new life as a pretty pincushion for your sewing room! Petro from Easy Peasy Creative has a tutorial showing how to make this pretty and easy project. You can place it flat on your table,… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Fleece top dog bed

March 17, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Dog beds don’t have to be plain or ugly. You can make a super cute dog bed coordinates with your decor by following this tutorial by Cat from Mary Martha Mama. The top is made from a soft fleece that… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Picnic liner for a mini bushel basket

March 16, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Picnic liner for a mini bushel basket

A quick sewing project turns a basic mini bushel basket into a sweet basket for your picnic treats! Sew4Home has a tutorial showing how to make one. The fabric liner includes a little double pocket that can hold cutlery or… Read more ...

Tips for sewing a swimsuit

March 15, 2019 by Anne Weaver

It may be just March, but swimsuits are already showing up in the stores. In fact, they’ve been there for a while. If your sewing plans for this spring/summer include making a swimsuit, check out these tips from Lisa of… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Double sided tissue pouch holder

March 15, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Double sided tissue pouch holder

Cold and flu season is no fun! This two-sided tissue holder has what you need when you catch a cold or bug. One side holds a pack of tissue, and the other has a pocket that can hold a mini… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Mini barn star quilt

March 14, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Don’t have time or space for a barn quilt? This small fabric version is a good substitute, and is made entirely with half square triangles! Staci from Crafty Staci has a tutorial showing how you can make it. Finished dimenions… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Create scalloped edging using your sewing machine

March 14, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Create scalloped edging using your sewing machine

Scalloped edging is an easy and simple way to add a couture touch to your next sewing creation. In this tutorial, Lisa from Pink Hollybush Designs shows you how to create this special detail using the blind hem stitch of… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Strawberry coin purse, with free pattern

March 13, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Strawberry coin purse, with free pattern

This little girls’ strawberry purse is adorable! Delia from Delia Creates show show you can make, and includes a free sewing pattern for you to use. It’s made from vinyl (or faux leather) and has a zipper opening on the… Read more ...

Free sewing pattern: Boho maxi skirt

March 13, 2019 by Anne Weaver

A lightweight Boho maxi skirt is the perfect spring and summer skirt! Easy and breezy, it looks dressed up but is super comfortable. It can be as casual or as dressy as you like. Mayra from So Sew Easy has… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Easy sleep mask

March 13, 2019 by Anne Weaver

If lights around the room or outside your windows are keeping you up at night, a sleep mask might be just what you need. Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse has a tutorial showing you can make one. It’s an quick,… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Flat front skirt

March 12, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Heather from Heather Handmade shows how you can sew a gathered skirt with a flat front waistband. The back of the waistband is elastic, which makes it easy to sew (no zipper!) and also easy to fit. But the front… Read more ...

Tutorial: Upcycled denim and sweater placemats

March 12, 2019 by Anne Weaver

Don’t throw out those old scraps of denim or sweaters from your craft projects! Use them to make some fabulous fabric placemats. Claire from Pillar Box Blue has a tutorial showing how to make them. Denim can be difficult to… Read more ...