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Tutorial: 3-D felt flower hoop art

January 11, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how you can make pretty felt flower embroidery hoop art that will brighten up any gray winter day. The fluffy bloom is made from felt circles with an embroidered stem and appliqued leaf. She… Read more ...

Tutorial: Tartan poncho with faux fur lining

January 11, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Looking for a warm but stylish wrap to wear out in the cold weather? Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shares a tutorial at We All Sew showing how you can make a faux fur lined tartan poncho. Wear it belted or… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sashiko denim patchwork clutch

January 11, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This patchwork clutch by Lindsey Crafter combines raw edge denim and sashiko stitching to create a richly textured surface. She shares a tutorial showing how she made it! She uses purchased jean patches for the patchwork accents, but you could… Read more ...

Tutorial: 3 ways to make your own buttons

January 10, 2017 by Anne Weaver

With the wide selection of buttons available at chain and specialty fabric stores, you’d think finding the perfect button for your sewing project would be a piece of cake. But sometimes you know exactly what you want, but can’t find… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Soup bowl cozy

January 10, 2017 by Anne Weaver

The Soup Bowl Cozy by Happy Hour Stitches is the perfect solution for anyone who wants to protect their hands from getting burned on a warm bowl after it’s been microwaved. Whether you’re warming up a bowl of soup, stew,… Read more ...

Free Sewing pattern: Fleece ear warmer headband

January 10, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Cold ears are no fun! Cat from Mary Martha Mama shares a free pattern for making a fleece ear warmer headband. The wide headband covers your ears to keep them warm and toasty even when you have to be out… Read more ...

Free pattern: A-line skirt with wide tie waistband

January 10, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Daniela from On the Cutting Floor shares a free sewing pattern over at We All Sew. It’ a beautiful design, with a wide waistband that ties, a zipper closure for a good fit, and large round patch pockets sewn at… Read more ...

Free pattern: Hexi coin purse

January 10, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Melanie from The Littlest Studio shares a free pattern for making this cute little hexi coin purse. It looks like it would be a perfect little pouch for your earbuds. It’s easy to make from leather or faux leather because… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy fix for a stuck separating zipper

January 9, 2017 by Anne Weaver

As the name would suggest, a separating zipper is made to come apart. You’ll often find them on jackets, where you need the zipper to separate completely in order to take off or put on the jacket. But sometimes the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Pom pom and fleece infinity scarf

January 9, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Add some fun – and warmth – to a cold winter day with this cute pom pom infinity scarf! Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. The fleece will keep your neck warm,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple card holder wallet

January 9, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This card holder wallet is so easy to make! Lucy from Charm About You shares a free pattern and tutorial. The pattern is just 3 pieces and there’s no need to finish the edges. The card pockets have an optional… Read more ...

Free pattern: Womens kimono robe

January 9, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Jess from Gracious Threads shares a free pattern at Fleece Fun for making a simple kimono robe. It has cut on sleeves, and belt loops to keep the waist sash from getting lost. Make it from a lightweight, drapey fabric. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Fleece boot liners

January 9, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Rain boots will keep your feet dry on a wet day, but they do little to keep out the cold… unless you have a pair of boot liners inside them! Then, they’ll keep your feet dry AND warm. Coats and… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Refashion a hood into a sailor collar

January 8, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Lina from Sew Historically shows a clever refashion for a hooded shirt. She changes the hood into a sailor collar. The hood is not comfortable for her to wear and it gets the in way of her hair. But with… Read more ...

Video tutorial: How to hem pants

January 8, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Bonnie from Whisk ‘Em shares a video tutorial showing how to hem your own pants. Her tutorial shows how to do a simple hem on pants made from a woven, a simple hem on pants made from a stretch fabric,… Read more ...