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I don’t change the needle on my sewing machine that often (I know I should, but I’m lazy…). But when I do change my needle I’ve got to dig through a pile of those little plastic boxes the needles come… Read more ... 
The shape of a neckline has a huge impact on the overall look of a garment. It frames the neck and face and creates style lines for the bodice. Not surprisingly, there are many neckline styles to choose from. I’m… Read more ... 
This puppy coin purse is enough to make even a cat lady say, “Awwww…” Joanne from Craft Passion shares the free pattern and tutorial. The puppy on the pouch is a Boston Terrier. I’m loving those little curled ears and… Read more ... 
Alicia from Sew What Alicia shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how you can make these simple face warmers. They’re made like cowls, but they’ve got more body so they stand up on their own rather than draping… Read more ... 
15 minutes is all you need to make a special birthday number t-shirt for the birthday boy or girl. Crystal from Hello Creative Family shows how you can add a large fabric number to a plain t-shirt. Your child will… Read more ... 
V necks may seem complicated to sew because of the tricky shape! Petro from Creative Homemaking shows how to sew a V neck on a dress the easiest and simplest way. Her tutorial is a video so you can just… Read more ... 
Extra surface space for organizing can be hard to come by in a craft room (or office, or your kids’ room.) When you don’t have any more table space for baskets to organize your small stuff, look to your walls. … Read more ... 
I see lots of pretty chiffon prints at the fabric store, but I rarely buy them because I don’t know a quick, easy project to make from them. Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy has a great idea for those chiffon… Read more ... 
Don’t you hate it when most of you is all warm and snuggly under a blanket, but your feet keep popping out the bottom and getting cold? The Blipper will keep that from happening. A fleece blanket with a foot… Read more ... 
Look at this cute sweatshirt tunic you can sew for a little girl! Emily from Life Sew Savory shares a free pattern and tutorial. It has the loose fit and comfort of a sweatshirt, but the three-quarter sleeves and contrast… Read more ... 
Amy from Positively Splendid shows how you can sew a portable first aid kit so you’re always prepared for life’s little emergencies. It’s a roll-up organizer with pockets to hold band-aids, tissues, ointments, etc. It rolls up and ties shut… Read more ... 
These felt love note envelopes are a cute way to decorate for Valentine’s Day! Amy from Ameroonie Designs shares a tutorial and free pattern at Polka Dot Chair. Her pattern includes 4 designs for envelope backs, 4 envelope fronts, and… Read more ... 
Transform a plain composition book into a sleek, modern journal! Sara from Sew Sweetness shares a video tutorial for making a simple composition book cover from cork or leather (or any fabric that won’t fray). She includes a pattern you… Read more ... 
Katie from Skunkboy shares a tutorial at A Beautiful Mess showing how you can make this gathered half apron. Choose two coordinating fabrics – one for the main apron, and a contrast for the band and pockets – and sew… Read more ... 
This hexagon coaster makes the prettiest spot to park a mug of coffee or hot tea. It makes a great gift, too, if you can bring yourself to part with it. Stephanie from Swoodson Says shows how you can create… Read more ...