Free Sewing Patterns, find techniques and craft ideas by CraftGossip

Tutorial: Pretty ruffle top backpack

November 15, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Amy from Ameroonie Designs shares a tutorial for making this pretty ruffle top backpack. It’s a drawstring backpack that’s actually very easy to make! The ruffle at the top adds a girly touch! It’s also a fun project for mixing… Read more ...

Tutorial: Turkey headband

November 15, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shows how you can make a turkey headband in just 15 minutes. The design is based on her rosette headband, but she adds feathers and a turkey face to make it the perfect Thanksgiving accessory! … Read more ...

Great tips for sewing on knit fabrics

November 14, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Knits are not difficult at all to sew on, but you do need to understand they don’t behave like wovens. Simple Simon & Coshares some great tips for sewing with knit fabrics. Go to their post to read their… Read more ...

Tutorial: Camera lens cap cozy

November 14, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This lens cap cozy makes a great gift for any photographers on your Christmas list! Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shares a tutorial at Skip To My Lou showing how you can make one.The small pouch will hold your lens… Read more ...

Free pattern: Vintage mother tattoo Christmas stocking

November 14, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Christmas stockings are a fun way to celebrate the personalities of each person in your family. Here’s a stocking project with tons of fun personality! Allison from Dream a Little Bigger shares a free pattern at Tattooed Martha for making… Read more ...

Free Sewing Pattern:: Twirly Dress for little girls

November 14, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Emily from Nap Time Creations shares a free sewing pattern for making her Twirly Dress for little girls. It’s made from a t-shirt knit fabric and has a high-low hem, a hood, and a gathered back. Her free pattern comes… Read more ...

Tutorial: 1 hour fringed table runner

November 14, 2016 by Anne Weaver

A table runner is an easy way to add color and personality to your table setting. And Mayra from So Sew Easy shows how you can sew a fringed table runner in just one hour! With a project that quick,… Read more ...

Free pattern: Girls basic leggings, capris, and shorties

November 13, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Leggings are a staple of every girls’ wardrobe. They’re comfortable, easy to fit, and are perfect for layering. They’re easy to make from knit fabric! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern to make girls… Read more ...

Tutorial: Waxed canvas gift pouch

November 13, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Gift cards and cash are always welcome gifts at Christmas (especially for teens and young adults who are so hard to buy for), but wrapping them up can present a challenge. Sara from Radiant Home Studio shares a tutorial showing… Read more ...

Tutorial: Bury your serger thread tails

November 12, 2016 by Anne Weaver

On a sewing machine, you can use a simple back stitch to keep seams from getting pulled apart at the ends. On sergers, there’s no back stitch and so you have to find a way to finish off or bury… Read more ...

Tutorial: Upcycled flannel shirt drink bottle cozy

November 12, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Sasha from Tattooed Martha shows how you can make a beer (or other bottled drink) coozie out of an old flannel shirt. More specifically, the pocket of a flannel shirt. She uses fabric glue to make it a no-sew project,… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Faux leather book cover

November 12, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Ginger from Gingersnap Crafts shares a tutorial for making a faux leather book cover with a simple button and thread closure. You can make them in any size to fit any blank journal or book. She uses faux leather from… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fleece and flannel scarf

November 11, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial at Skip To My Lou showing how you can make a cozy fleece and flannel cowl scarf. It’s so pretty and warm for winter and would make a wonderful handmade Christmas gift! And… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffled coffee cozy

November 11, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Tamara Tripodi shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how you can make a ruffled coffee cozy. It makes a great Christmas gift – if you really like the person you also include a coffee gift card! Personalize it… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew rainbow fleece scarf

November 11, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Meaghan from The Decorated Cookie shows how you can make this rainbow fleece scarf – with no sewing at all! It’s easy enough that you could make this with your kids – you cutting out the shapes and them weaving… Read more ...