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Tutorial: Soft fabric ball Christmas tree ornament

December 10, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Decorating a Christmas tree with small children (or in my case, several bad cats) in the house can be a challenge. So many of the decorations are breakable! Melanie from The Littlest Studio shows how you can make soft fabric… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sweater jacket from a pullover sweater

December 10, 2017 by Anne Weaver

With a separating zipper and some vinyl, you can turn a plain pullover sweater into a sweater jacket. Angela Wolf shares a tutorial at Stitching Sewcial showing how. She used a turtleneck for her refashion. The turtleneck was too tight… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Doodles the Deer softie

December 10, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Doodles the Deer is a cute little deer softie who lives to stay warm all through a cold winter. He’s got a scarf around his neck and socks on his feet! He’d make the perfect handmade gift for the kids… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sweet wool felt pincushion or sachet

December 9, 2017 by Anne Weaver

These wool felt pincushions would make sweet gifts for your sewing friends! And for your non sewing friends, include some lavender or potpourri in the filling to make them pretty sachets. Minki Kim from Minki’s Work Table shares a tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Color blocked pocket tee for an 18″ doll

December 9, 2017 by Anne Weaver

If an American Girl or other 18″ doll is under your tree this year (or scheduled to be delivered by Santa), check this out. Jess from Gracious Threads is sharing a free pattern at Fleece Fun for making a cute… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew an easy pencil or crayon roll

December 9, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Here’s an easy gift you can sew for almost anyone on your Christmas list. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can sew a pencil or crayon roll. Or a knitting needle roll, or crochet needle,… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Sleepyhead Nightgown with a reindeer applique

December 8, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Chelsea from GYCT Designs shares a free pattern for her Sleepyhead Nightgown, and a sew-along to show you how to make it. Her sew-along includes a free applique pattern for a cute little reindeer so you can make this a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Peace and Joy Christmas pillows

December 8, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Who couldn’t use a little more peace and joy in their house, especially during the hectic holidays? Emily from Life Sew Savory shows how you can these Christmas throw pillows with wishes of Peace and Joy on the front. The… Read more ...

Tutorial: Faux fur collar wrap

December 8, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Sew4Home shows how you can sew a faux fur collar wrap is as beautiful as it is warm. It adds extra warmth – and a touch of glamour – to your winter coat. It’s a stand alone scarf style wrap… Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrappy patchwork mini hoop Christmas ornament

December 7, 2017 by Anne Weaver

The more I sew, the larger my scrap bin becomes. I’m always on the lookout for a project to use up my scraps, particularly my smaller ones. Riley Blake Designs has a tutorial showing how to make this adorable patchwork… Read more ...

Tutorial: Felt stove kitchen play mat

December 7, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Kids love play kitchens, but they’re expensive and they can take up a lot of room. If you don’t want to spend the money or you live in a small space, or you just want a play kitchen that you… Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrap fabric Christmas tree

December 7, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Jules Madden shares a tutorial at Alisa Burke showing how to make these awesome scrap fabric Christmas trees. All those colors and patterns – and glitter, too! Plus, she shows how to get your fabric scraps to curl up on… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Christmas stocking

December 6, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Handmade Christmas stockings don’t have to be complicated to be special. Emily from Life Sew Savory shares a free pattern for making a simple Christmas stocking. Choose two cotton prints to suit your decor or the personality of the recipient,… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Farmhouse style ruffle apron and kitchen towel

December 6, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Head over to Blowing Away Out West to see how to make these farmhouse style Christmas aprons and decorative towels. The Christmas apron has three rows of ruffles made from coordinating prints. It would be pretty to wear while hosting… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Snow globe pillow cover

December 6, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Living in the southern US, snow at Christmas has happened maybe twice in my lifetime. But a girl can dream, right? This snow globe Christmas pillow is my little way of having a snowy Christmas even it it’s still 60… Read more ...