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Sewing pattern: Flounce sleeve peasant dress

May 10, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing tutorial: Flounce sleeve peasant dress

Change up the look of a basic peasant dress by adding flounces to the sleeves! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom has a tutorial showing how, plus she’s got a free sewing pattern to make a girls’ peasant… Read more ...

100 free sewing patterns for Tote Bags

May 10, 2018 by Shellie Wilson 8 Comments

These sewing patterns are all of the totes or large bags. All of these links will take you directly to the sewing pattern and the sewing tutorial. The sewing projects vary from easy to hard, so make sure you check… Read more ...

Mother’s Day embroidery patterns to stitch for mom

May 10, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

When it comes to expressing love and appreciation on Mother’s Day, there’s nothing quite like a handmade gift. It carries a special touch and thoughtfulness that can’t be replicated by store-bought presents. If you’re looking for some last-minute inspiration, fear… Read more ...

Tutorial: Stacked patchwork pincushions

May 9, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

These stacked patchwork pincushions are not only utterly adorable, they’re also a great scrapbusting project! Sew4Home has a tutorial showing how to make them. Make them extra cute with mini pom poms around the edges and buttons or pom poms… Read more ...

Tips for sewing your own swimsuit

May 9, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing your own DIY swimsuit. It sounds impossible, doesn’t it? It’s not, really. It’s actually easier than you think, but there are some differences from sewing everyday clothing. Heather from Heather Handmade shares some tips for sewing your own swimsuit. … Read more ...

Tutorial: How to Sew a Velvet Lips Pillow

May 9, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Holly from Club Crafted shares a fun sewing project based on a pillow from Urban Outfitters! Made with velvet fabric, the lips pillow is ideal for teens or adults. It makes a cute accent for a chair or bedding set.… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Girls’ flat front knit shorts

May 8, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Emily from Life Sew Savory shares a free sewing pattern for making a pair of shorts for girls. They’ve got a stylish flat front and pleated pockets. They’re made from knit to be comfortable and easy to move around in. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple drawstring bag for beginners to sew

May 8, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

A simple drawstring bag makes a great first sewing project – it’s easy to make and useful, too! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to sew one. You can make them in any size, but if… Read more ...

Tutorial: Lace applique tea cozy

May 8, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Tanya from Dans le Lakehouse shows how you can sew this pretty tea cozy. It’s made from linen with beaded lace appliques scattered across it. Place it over your teapot to keep it warm while you enjoy a cup of… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Road Trip Pillow Bag

May 7, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Is it a bag or a pillow? It’s both! This is the Road Trip Pillow Bag, a pillow you can carry like a bag and with a pocket to hold a favorite book. fat quarter Shop has a tutorial on… Read more ...

Free sewing pattern: Girls hi-low t-shirt

May 7, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This simple girls knit tee is has a fun hi-low hem. With a short sleeve and a long sleeve option, your little diva is going to look great all year long. Chelsea from GYCT Designs has a free sewing pattern… Read more ...

Tutorial: Lace bowls made from doilies

May 6, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

These lace bowls make the perfect little accents for your home! The delicate designs are so pretty holding a votive candle… or how filling it with some spanish moss and a ceramic bird to make a little bird nest? Amy… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy DIY T-shirt dress

May 6, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Kids grow out of their clothes so fast! See how you can turn an outgrown t-shirt into a cute new dress. Shelly from Coral & Co. shows how to do it. This project is simple and can be made quickly… Read more ...

Tutorial: How to sew button holes using a buttonhole foot

May 5, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Every time I teach a sewing class, I have someone ask me what the long flat plastic presser foot is for. And when I tell them it’s a buttonhole foot, their eyes glaze over. Petro from Easy Peasy Creative shows… Read more ...

sewing tutorial : Make a child’s tee from an adult t-shirt

May 5, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

One of my favorite things to sew for a child is a t-shirt made from an adult sized shirt. The graphics are always so oversize on a small body! Gina Michele has a tutorial showing how to do it. All… Read more ...