Free Sewing Patterns, find techniques and craft ideas by CraftGossip

Tutorial: Phases of the moon t-shirt

May 10, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shares a tutorial for making this moon phase stenciled t-shirt. If you stencil the design on a purchased t-shirt, there’s no sewing required. I think it would be an awesome on throw pillows and tote… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy way to make floor length drapes

May 10, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Floor length drapes add drama to a room. Delia from Delia Creates shows an easy way you can make them yourself. Making them yourself allows you to choose exactly the fabric you want, which is a huge advantage over the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make narrow tucks with a quarter inch presser foot

May 9, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Quilters love a quarter inch seam presser foot to get perfect seam allowances. Sew4Home shows another use for this foot. They show how to make perfect narrow tucks using the quarter inch seam presser foot. Use the tucks as a… Read more ...

13 ways to reuse your empty thread spools

May 9, 2016 by Anne Weaver

What do you do with your empty thread spools? Don’t just throw them away! Empty spools are craft supplies! Crafting a Green World has some ideas for you, 13 of them to be exact. From home decor to holiday fun… Read more ...

Tutorial: Flat out microwave bowl holder

May 9, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Make a bowl holder to protect your hands from a hot bowl after its been in the microwave! Joy from Joy’s Jots, Shots, & Whatnots shares a tutorial showing how to make one. They’re made to store flat, but the… Read more ...

Free pattern: Easy summer tunic

May 9, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Mayra from So Sew Easy shares s free pattern for her Easy Tunic. It’s the perfect day for a warm spring or summer day. Wear it alone as a short dress, or pair it with leggings or skinnies as a… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Twisted turban headband

May 9, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Repurpose an old t-shirt into a twisted turban headband! Anni from We Must Be Dreamers shares a tutorial showing how to do it. It’s super easy to do and keeps an old t-shirt from ending up in a trash can. … Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew pom pom umbrella

May 7, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Everything is made cuter with pom pom trim, and this umbrella is no exception. So cute you might actually be hoping for a rainy day just to carry this around! Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can make… Read more ...

Sewing kit essentials, and the items you can do without

May 7, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Want to learn to sew, but overwhelmed by all the tools and notions? Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine has some help for you. She gives a list of the must-have items for a sewing kit. But she doesn’t… Read more ...

Tutorial: Thread rack for your thread cones and larger spools

May 7, 2016 by Anne Weaver

While most thread racks hold smaller spools, this thread rack is made for your larger spools and cones of thread. And it has an industrial, almost rustic look, that is quite awesome. Anna from Plan B shows how you can… Read more ...

Free pattern: 2 in 1 baby blanket and cuddle toy

May 7, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Is it a baby blanket or a cuddle toy? Actually, it ‘s both! Maya from SewToy shares a free pattern for making this 2 in one baby blanket and cuddle toy. It’s a simple fleece and cotton baby blanket, but… Read more ...

11 sewing tools from household or hardware items

May 6, 2016 by Anne Weaver

By definition, sewists and crafters are creative people. It’s no surprise then that we improvise sewing tools from unconventional sources. Heather from The Sewing Loft shares 11 household or hardware items that you can put to use in your sewing. … Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: T-shirt maxi dress

May 6, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Riva from Riva la Diva shows how you can sew a t-shirt maxi dress. It fits like your favorite t-shirt through the bodice but extended at the bottom to maxi length. Her tutorial shows how to make your own… Read more ...

Tutorial: Chalk cloth placemats

May 6, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Send a message (literally) with your place setting with these chalk cloth placemats! It’s Just Sewing shares a tutorial showing how you can make them. Use them for everyday and write sweet (or snarky, if you’re so inclined) messages to… Read more ...

Free pattern: Strawberry applique painted pillow

May 6, 2016 by Anne Weaver

When strawberries are in season, I turn into a strawberry eatin’ fool. Strawberries with cream, strawberries in my salad, strawberries, strawberries, strawberries. Carolyn from Black Walnut Stitch Studio shares a tutorial for making a fun springtime pillow with a big… Read more ...