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Valentine’s Day Fabric Envelope Sewing Tutorial

February 2, 2023 by Anne Weaver

These fabric Valentine envelopes are the perfect wrapping for a small treat or sweet Valentine note! They’re quick to make and an easy way to upgrade a small gift or note into something really special. You can see how to… Read more ...

12 Warm Winter Hats to Sew for Kids

January 30, 2023 by Anne Weaver

Being outside in the cold is no fun when your ears are cold! Keep winter outdoor play fun (and warm) with cute hats the kids can wear to keep warm. We’ve collected up 12 warm winter hats to sew for… Read more ...

Sew Your Own Reusable Shopping Bags

January 24, 2023 by Anne Weaver

It seems like we collect plastic bags everywhere we go! Reusable shopping bags can help reduce the number of plastic bags you bring into your home. Life Sew Savory has a tutorial showing how you can sew your own reusable… Read more ...

12 Cuddly and Cozy Blankets to Sew for your Home

January 20, 2023 by Anne Weaver

Who doesn’t love a cozy blanket to cuddle under when it’s a little chilly? Whether it’s because of cold winter days, or just air conditioning on a warm summer night, it’s easy to take the chill off by reaching for… Read more ...

9 Ways to Sew Skirts With Pockets

January 16, 2023 by Anne Weaver

Skirts are fun – but skirts with pockets are perfection! You get all of the dressy of a skirt but with pockets to hold your keys and phone. I’m not sure why it’s so hard to buy a skirt with… Read more ...

Shorten Button Up Shirt Sleeves – Sewing Tutorial

January 11, 2023 by Anne Weaver

Isn’t it annoying when the sleeves of your button up shirt are too long? Mine seem to always be about inch too long. Sure, you can roll them up but it’s nicer if the sleeves are actually the right length. … Read more ...

Camera Lens Cap Pouch – Free Sewing Pattern

January 10, 2023 by Anne Weaver

Always misplacing your camera lens cap? I know I am! Somehow it always ends up in the front pocket of my jeans, and then I forget about it and later wonder where my lens cap has run off to. This… Read more ...

Drape Cardigan from Knit Fabric DIY Sewing Tutorial

January 8, 2023 by Anne Weaver

Sew a beautiful drape cardigan from knit fabric! The lightweight cardigan is super easy to make using a tutorial from Heather Handmade. The loose fit drape cardigan makes a perfect extra layer for cooler days, and makes a simple t-shirt… Read more ...

Scrap Fabric Patchwork Coasters Sewing Tutorial

January 7, 2023 by Anne Weaver

These patchwork pinwheel coasters are a great way to use up your fabric scraps! There’s a tutorial over at Bombshell Bling showing how to make them. The patchwork design is made from half square triangles, which you can arrange several… Read more ...

Easy Cord Keeper Sewing Tutorial

January 5, 2023 by Anne Weaver

Tangled cords are no fun! But these cord keepers will help keep them neat and tidy. Cord keepers are easy sew from small scraps of fabric. Sew Simple Home has an easy DIY tutorial showing how to make them. … Read more ...

Basic Tote Free Sewing Pattern in 5 Sizes

January 2, 2023 by Anne Weaver

Tote bags are easy to sew and useful for so many purposes! Sweet Red Poppy has a free sewing pattern you can use to make a basic tote bag. The pattern comes in 5 sizes. Make an oversized bag as… Read more ...

Easy Fabric Gift Card Holder Sewing Tutorial

December 31, 2022 by Anne Weaver

You can make these easy gift card holders from your scrap bin! You Make It Simple shows how you can sew these simple fabric gift card envelopes. They’re quick to sew and a great way to use up those fabric… Read more ...

Easy Pillow Blanket Quillow Sewing Tutorial

December 30, 2022 by Anne Weaver

A quillow is pillow when it’s folded up, a blanket when it’s not. The pillow blanket is handy for storing a blanket when not in use. Just fold it up and use it like a throw pillow! And when you… Read more ...

Easy Knitting Project Bag Sewing Tutorial

December 28, 2022 by Anne Weaver

Keep your knitting or crochet projects organized and ready to go with this knitting bag! The bag has a wide bottom to give room for your skeins of yarn. It’s easy to grab and go to take your knitting or… Read more ...

Use Fabric to Wrap Gifts

December 23, 2022 by Anne Weaver

You don’t necessarily need wrapping paper or paper gift sacks to wrap gifts. You can wrap presents with fabric! It’s a fun way to wrap gifts, and you can reuse it year after year. And because the fabric stays a… Read more ...