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Tutorial: Boxy zip pouch

February 25, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Svetlana from Sotak Handmade shows how you can make a boxy zip pouch. Contrast fabric pieced around the zipper is a fun detail that makes these bags stand out. The boxy bags are perfect for cosmetics or shave kits. They’re… Read more ...

Tutorial: Steampunk journal with zipper binding

February 24, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Zippers don’t always have to zip. The metal teeth make them an edgy embellishment even when you don’t need the functionality of a zipper. This steampunk style journal uses zippers as a binding and for a closure. You can get… Read more ...

Video tutorial: Felt dahlia

February 24, 2017 by Anne Weaver

See how you can make a felt dahlia like this one! Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a video tutorial on her blog. This flower is showy enough to stand on its own as an individual bloom,… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Basket tote bag

February 24, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Caroline from Sew Can She shares a tutorial for making this beautiful basket tote. This is a perfect everyday bag! Easy to carry and plenty of room for all your stuff. You can’t see it in this photo, but there’s… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Toddler’s hooded robe

February 24, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Whether it’s after bath time or just on a cool night, little kids love wrapping up in a snuggly robe! Abby from Sew Much Ado shares a tutorial – and a free pattern – at The Creative Spark for sewing… Read more ...

Tutorial: Drawstring pencil case, no zipper needed

February 23, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This drawstring pencil pouch is a great first sewing project! Unlike most other pencil pouches, this pencil pouch does not require a zipper. Pam from Threading My Way shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. It’s a perfect… Read more ...

Keep it, sell it, donate it: What to do with your old sewing machine

February 23, 2017 by Anne Weaver

I’m still sewing on my first sewing machine, a Bernina 1008 I scored at an estate sale years ago, but most of us will probably upgrade our machines at least once as we get a better idea of the features… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Workout pants with lace up detail

February 23, 2017 by Anne Weaver

These workout pants have a cool lace up opening on the back of the legs. Kate from See Kate Sew shares a tutorial and a pattern for making them. Leggings are actually fairly easy to sew. The lace up opening… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: No-sew sock bunny softie

February 23, 2017 by Anne Weaver

These sock bunnies are a fun Easter craft to make with the kids! Crystal from A Pumpkin & A Princess shares a tutorial showing how to make them. There’s no sewing required, though you could stitch the pieces instead of… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: 3 ways to finish a knit neckline

February 23, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Finishing the neck is one of the last steps in sewing a t-shirt, and it’s probably the one most likely to give you trouble. There’s nothing more frustrating than a wonky neck finish on an otherwise perfect t-shirt! Melissa from… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy 10-minute pillow covers

February 22, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Sew up a fresh new look for your sofa with this easy pillow cover tutorial from Tatertots & Jello. You can make one in just 10 minutes and a few easy seams. You could sew up a stack of them… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a raglan shirt

February 22, 2017 by Anne Weaver

If you’re looking for a cute style of shirt to make that’s also easy to sew, the raglan shirt (or baseball tee) is the way to go. Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shows how easy it is to make a… Read more ...

Tutorial with pattern: Cat pillow

February 22, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Make a cat shaped pillow to add an element of fun to your living space. Or channel your inner crazy cat lady and make a bunch of them! Idle Hands Awake shares a free pattern and tutorial showing how. She… Read more ...

Tutorial: Clutch bag with a serged zipper

February 22, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Did you know that you can install zippers using your sergers? I didn’t – until I saw this post at TrashN2Tees. Jenelle shows how you can make an easy serged clutch, including inserting the zipper. You can even use the… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Reusable fabric snack pouches

February 21, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Packing a school lunch every day uses a lot of baggies – especially if you have more than one lunch to pack each day! Emily from Nap Time Creations shows how you can sew reusable snack pouches that will help… Read more ...