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Tutorial: Upholstery sample patchwork tote

November 7, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This tote is made from a patchwork of upholstery fabric samples, and is finished off with a lace trimmed linen cuff. I’ve got a tutorial over at Bombshell Bling showing how to make it. It’s my new favorite bag and… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Embroidered mini banner Christmas ornament

November 6, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This embroidered mini banner makes the sweetest little Christmas ornament! Stephanie from Swoodson Says shares a tutorial and free pattern. I’m loving the combination of the plaid and the twig for the hanging dowel! Her tutorial is part of a… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Autumn pumpkin pincushion

November 6, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This little pumpkin makes an adorable little autumn pincushion! Diane from Butterfly Threads Quilting shares a tutorial at Craftsy showing how you can make one. They’re quick to make and are the perfect spot to park your pins and needles… Read more ...

Tutorial: Round Dresden patchwork pillow

November 6, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Annie from Rocky Mountain Bliss shows how you can create a round patchwork pillow using a Dresden plate quilting ruler. I don’t have one of those rulers (yet), but now I’m wanting to add one to my sewing tool… Read more ...

Tutorial: Rustic felt and wood Christmas trees

November 5, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Make these rustic Christmas trees from felt and twigs and branches! Katie from Little House of Four shows how. In a grouping, the trees make an adorable little forest. Or, individually, cute accents for a mantel or side table. Click… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Baby French terry hoodie and track pants

November 5, 2017 by Anne Weaver

These little baby track suits are adorable! And guess what? Kate from Sew Kate Sew has a free sewing pattern for you! Her pattern includes the hoodie and the track pants. She used French terry fabrics to make several hoodie… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Smiling mouth tooth fairy pouch

November 5, 2017 by Anne Weaver

A tooth fairy pillow doesn’t have to be girly. I’m loving this felt smiley mouth tooth fairy pouch! The mouth can hold a tooth and also a coin in exchange. Melissa Gaggiano shares a tutorial and free pattern at My… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sewing machine mat and organizer

November 4, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Mayra from So Sew Easy shows how you can sew a sewing machine mat and organizer. Pockets at the front give you place to store small notions – and being from clear vinyl you can see what’s inside the pockets. … Read more ...

Cricut Tutorial: Felt pocket Advent calendar

November 4, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Counting down to Christmas is fun with this cute Advent calendar! Each pocket has a different felt design and can hold a small treat or scripture reading. Kim from Sweet Red Poppy created it with her Cricut machine, and she’s… Read more ...

Tutorial: Soup bowl cozy from charm squares

November 4, 2017 by Anne Weaver

These soup bowl cozies would make great handmade gifts this holiday season! Susan from Super Mom No Cape shows how you can make them from charm squares. The cozy fits around the bottom of a soup bowl, with corners sticking… Read more ...

Tutorial: Felt letter Christmas banner

November 3, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This festive banner has a Christmas greeting sewn from stuffed felt letters. So cute! Trimcraft has a tutorial on their blog, The Craft Blog. They’ve got a free template for the letters to spell ‘Merry XMas”. If you want to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Patchwork mug rug

November 3, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Crystal from Hello Creative Family shows how you can sew a patchwork mug rug from your fabric scraps. The mug rug makes a pretty place to park your coffee cup and a small treat. They make great gifts, plus they’re… Read more ...

Tutorial: DIY tassel fringe trim

November 3, 2017 by Anne Weaver

What do you do when you want to add fringe trim to a project but you can’t find it in the colors you like or need? You make your own! Alicia from Sew What Alicia has a tutorial showing how. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Refashion a winter scarf into a kilt or poncho

November 2, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Laura from Trash to Couture shows two ways you can transform a large plaid scarf

into winter fashion. The first is a mini skirt length kilt made using sew on buckles. The second is a loose fit layering poncho made… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Sweet Rose Dress for little girls

November 2, 2017 by Anne Weaver

The Sweet Rose Dress by Life Sew Savory is the perfect little girls’ dress for fall and winter. And it’s a free pattern! It’s a long sleeved dress with a loose fit bodice and a gathered skirt. It can be… Read more ...