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Video tutorial: Oversized hot pads for casserole dishes

September 10, 2016 by Anne Weaver

These oversized hot pads are perfect for casserole dishes! They’d come in handy this holiday season and would also make great gifts to give. Danielle from DIY Danielle shares a video tutorial showing how you can make them. You could… Read more ...

Tutorial: How to sew down sequin trim

September 10, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Sequin trim is an easy way to add sparkle and shine to a sewing project! Mostly I see people gluing it down, but you can also sew it down if you prefer. Coats & Clark shows how on their blog,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy fabric pumpkins for fall

September 10, 2016 by Anne Weaver

These soft fabric pumpkins are so pretty for fall, and so easy to make! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how you can make fabric pumpkins. Though they’re soft and squishy and round, they start out as… Read more ...

Free pattern: Shark trick-or-treat bag

September 9, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This shark bag is the perfect trick-or-treat bag to go with a pirate costume! Crystal from Stitched By Crystal has a free pattern and tutorial for making one. I’m loving the big shark mouth with sharp pointy teeth! But don’t… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy flannel coasters

September 9, 2016 by Anne Weaver

These flannel coasters are so cute for fall and winter! They’re a quick and simple sewing project. Katie from View From The Fridge shares a tutorial at Juggling Act Mama showing how you can make them. Make some and then… Read more ...

Tutorial: How to make a Harry Potter robe

September 9, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can make a Harry Potter robe for Halloween – or just because you love Harry Potter and you want to make a robe. You’ll need a basic coat pattern. Her tutorial shows… Read more ...

Free pattern: Woodland fox tote bag

September 8, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This woodland fox tote is soooo cute! Especially for fall, don’t you think? Katie from Punk Projects (and the Indie Crafts editor here at Craft Gossip) shares a free pattern and tutorial over at Seams and Scissors. Her tutorial is… Read more ...

Free Sewing Pattern: Women’s V-neck t-shirt

September 8, 2016 by Anne Weaver

A classic V-neck t-shirt. It’s a wardrobe staple! It’s always cute with a pair of jeans. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a free pattern on her blog. It fits closely through the shoulders, sleeves, and bust… Read more ...

Tutorial: Squishy quilted tote bag

September 8, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine shares a tutorial for making this quilted tote bag. It’s made from 3 fat quarters so it’s stash friendly. Or you could always go buy 3 fat quarters just for this bag,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Felt flower fall wreath

September 8, 2016 by Anne Weaver

See how you can make this beautiful felt flower wreath! Patti from Garden Matter has the tutorial and a free pattern for the flowers on her blog. You can make the flowers with hand sewing and glue, so no sewing… Read more ...

Tutorial: Hooded baby towel

September 8, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Caroline from Sew Caroline shares a tutorial at Harts Fabric showing how you can sew a hooded baby towel. It’s made from a large square of absorbent terry cloth backed with a layer of soft knit fabric. A hood is… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Faux leather passport cover

September 7, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Sew4Home shows how you can make a faux leather cover for your passport. The inside is made from quilting cotton and has two pockets to hold your passport open to the right page. An elastic band makes a simple closure. … Read more ...

Tutorial: 2 methods for sewing bias binding

September 7, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Bias binding creates a pretty finish for neck lines, arm holes, and other curved edges. Once you get the hang of it, it’ll be your favorite method! Rae from Made by Rae shares two methods for sewing bias binding –… Read more ...

Tutorial: Teddy bear sleeping bag

September 7, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Brandy from Gluesticks shares a tutorial showing how to make a sleeping bag for a teddy bear. It’s a super simple and super fast project – one you can do in just 10 minutes! Her cutting dimensions will make one… Read more ...

Tutorial: Boxy floor cushion

September 7, 2016 by Anne Weaver

A boxy floor cushion is an easy way to add seating (and color) to a room. Geneva from A Pair & A Spare shows how you can make one! It’s made using only simple straight seams. So choose a fun… Read more ...