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Tutorial: Rainbow St. Patrick’s Day Headband

February 17, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Wear this cute rainbow St. Patrick’s Day headband and avoid all that nasty pinching business! Jessica from Cutesy Crafts shares a tutorial showing how you can make it. The headband is wrapped in a rainbow of ribbon and is finished … Read more ...

Tutorial: Modern leather laptop sleeve

February 17, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Rachel Teodoro shows how you can sew a modern leather laptop sleeve. Being made from leather, it looks sophisticated but the simple lines actually make this an easy project to sew. Sewing on leather does require extra care, but her… Read more ...

Tutorial: Cozy blanket that’s easy to make

February 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Jill from Snugglebug University shows how you can sew a cozy blanket – and it’s not hard at all! Use a flannel for the top and a fleece, Minky or Cuddle fabric for backing. It’ll be so cozy to cuddle… Read more ...

Tutorial: Snap mini-wallet

February 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Susi from Loganberry Handmade shares a tutorial for making a simple mini-wallet with a snap closure. It’s a great project for using scraps of fabric! The edges are finished with bias tape. Use handmade bias tape from patterned fabric for… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easter bunny bag

February 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Amber from Crazy Little Projects shares a free pattern for making an adorable Easter bunny bag! A bunny face is stitched on to the front of the bag, and the handles are the bunny’s ears. How cute!! Click below for… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric zippy toy for toddlers

February 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This zipper toy can keep small hands busy with some quiet play! Stephanie from Swoodson Says shares a tutorial showing how to make one. The toy is a rainbow fabric panel with a matching color zipper in each stripe. Your… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern – Origami fabric basket organizer

February 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver

These adorable origami fabric baskets are the perfect solution for organizing your office and craft supplies! Not only do they add a touch of charm to your space, but they are also incredibly functional. Whether you’re looking to tidy up… Read more ...

Tutorial: 10 minute reversible placemat

February 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Hello Creative Family shows how you can sew your own reversible placemats. It’s a quick and easy project. You can make a placemat in just 10 minutes! Of course your probably want more than one placemat, but you can still… Read more ...

Tutorial: Color blocked sweater dress from 2 thrifted sweaters

February 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Melissa from Trevor Loves Mommy made this awesome sweater dress out of a couple of thrifted sweaters! One sweater became the arms, turtleneck, and skirt while the other was used to make the bodice. She shares a tutorial showing how… Read more ...

Tutorial: Stretch stitches for sewing knits

February 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver

You don’t need a serger to sew knits. You can sew knit fabric on your sewing machine BUT you’ll need to use a stitch that will stretch. If you don’t use a stretch stitch, when you stretch your fabric there’s… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a padded laptop sleeve

February 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Emily from Nap Time Creations shows how you can sew a padded laptop sleeve with an easy Velcro closure. You can store pencils and other small accessories in a pocket on the front. She uses a fusible foam for the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Kids reversible fabric crown

February 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Don’t underestimate the power of a crown to make a kids’ celebration that much more special. Crystal from Stitched By Crystal shares a tutorial at Make It and Love It for making a fabric crown. It’s reversible and of course… Read more ...

Tutorial: Matchbook needle books

February 14, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Here’s a last minute Valentine’s gift you can make for all your sewing friends. Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shows how to make the sweetest little matchbook needle books. Scrap fabric and a lace motif give them vintage charm,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric envelope for a Valentine treat

February 14, 2017 by Anne Weaver

A fabric envelope makes pretty presentation for a Valentine or other special gift. And, it’s reusable! Lolly Jane shares a tutorial for making a simple fabric envelope. Tuck a card or a little candy in there for a sweet Valentine… Read more ...

Tutorial: Lined half circle skirt

February 13, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Petro from Creative Homemaking shares a tutorial showing how to make a half circle skirt from a woven fabric. The skirt is nicely finished with a waistband, lining, and zipper. Make it in a floral for a beautiful new skirt… Read more ...