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It doesn’t take much to make a cute handmade gift for a new baby. Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how you can sew a burp cloth. They have a strip of quilting cotton sewn on the top so you… Read more ... 
Fall is a good time to sew up a flannel nightgown. Not only is the cooler weather perfect for a cozy flannel nightgown, but fabric stores often put their flannel on discount. Jess from Gracious Threads shares a free pattern… Read more ... 
Do you know what a planket is? I’ll give you a hint: It’s similar to a quillow, but with a blanket instead of a quilt. If you still don’t know what one is, a planket is a blanket that folds… Read more ... 
These Santa hats are adorable! And you can get a free sewing pattern and tutorial at the Cotton + Steel blog. The outside is made from a quilting cotton, so go a little crazy with color and print and pattern. … Read more ... 
This car caddy will help keep your car organized and clutter free! There’s a waste bin in the center to keep the trash off the floor, and pockets around the side so there’s no hunting around for your phone or… Read more ... 
Mary from Sew Much Love, Mary refashioned a plain denim jacket into a distressed hoodie jacket. The jacket in its original form wasn’t bad, it just wasn’t great. Her quick refashion brings it on trend for this season’s look. She’s… Read more ... 
These felt star ornaments would add a touch of fun – and color – to a Christmas tree! They’d also make cute tie-on embellishments for wrapped gifts. AppleGreen Cottage has a tutorial and free pattern for making them. Sew some… Read more ... 
Stuffed animals are always fun to give to kids, but we parents know that there’s only so much space to store all those stuffed animals. Caroline from Sew Can She has a solution. She sewed a bean bag chair that… Read more ... 
Cold weather brings sniffles and runny noses. Be prepared by keeping a travel pack of tissue in your purse! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can sew a travel tissue holder with a button and… Read more ... 
A favorite family recipe printed on a tea towel makes a heartfelt and treasured gift, especially when the recipe is written in grandma’s (or other loved family member’s) handwriting.
Autumn from It’s Always Autumn gives the run-down on three methods… Read more ... 
Jill from Snugglebug University created a soft fabric version of an Elf on the Shelf doll, and she’s got a free pattern and tutorial for you over at Make It and Love It. The little fabric elf is wearing a… Read more ... 
Have a child in dance or gymastics? Practice gear can be expensive! Tosha from Create Kids Couture shows how you can create one of a kind leotards for little girls from upcycled t-shirts. The mix of color and pattern and… Read more ... 
Now is the time of the year that we all start thinking about how to make quick little handmade gifts. Sherri from A Quilting Life shows how you can make a patchwork key fob. It’s perfect for teacher and neighbor… Read more ... 
A basic raglan sleeve t-shirt is a must when sewing for kids. The style is easy to sew and allows for fun color combos and fabric print mixing. Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern… Read more ... 
This fleece scarf does more than just keep your neck warm. There’s also a zippered pocket to hold a phone, keys, or other small items you might need to keep with you while out for a walk or hike. Sew4Home… Read more ...