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Tutorial: Upcycled jeans bike pannier backpack

April 19, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Misako Mimoko shares a tutorial at Handmade Charlotte showing how to make a bike pannier backpack out of old jeans or sturdy pants.  The military-style bag attaches to the back of your bike. Or, if you leave off the straps… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Maternity t-shirt sewing pattern adaptation

April 19, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Adrianna from Hey June patterns shows how you can adapt a basic t-shirt sewing pattern to make it a maternity shirt.  It keeps all of the casual styling of a fitted t-shirt, but with extra room for a pregnant belly.  … Read more ...

Free pattern: Cat bed shaped like a cat

April 19, 2016 by Anne Weaver

I make no secret that I love cats.  I am truly a crazy cat lady.  So when I see a tutorial for making a cat bed THAT’S SHAPED LIKE A CAT, you know I’ve got to share it out to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric book cover with an elastic strap

April 11, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Nina from Nina Makes shows how you can make a cloth book cover with an elastic strap.  Just wrap the strap over the cover to keep the book closed when you’re not using it.  She gives dimensions to make them… Read more ...

Free pattern: Flamingo tote

April 11, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This flamingo purse is making me smile today!  Such a fun design for spring and summer!  You can make one using a free pattern that Carolina Moore shares at Therm O Web.  The body of the penguin is the circle… Read more ...

Tutorial: How to make salwar pants

April 11, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Sarina from Sew Guide shows how you can make your own salwar pants.  They’re part of a Punjabi suit, or salwar kameez, which is traditional dress of Punjabi women.  The pants have a very loose fit through the legs, with… Read more ...

Tutorial: Jumbo piping throw pillow

April 11, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Jumbo Piping PillowNiki from Roonie Ranching shows how you can make a throw pillow with jumbo piping.  The large piping really stands out, especially if you use a contrast color like she did.  Her tutorial includes how to make your own piping… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew faux hexagon quilt tote

April 11, 2016 by Anne Weaver

You can get the look of a tote made from a hexagon quilt fabric – without sewing a stitch! Allison from Dream a Little Bigger shares a tutorial at I Love To Create showing how.  You’ll start with a plain… Read more ...

Listen to Vickie Howell’s podcast with Spoonflower’s Stephen Fraser

April 10, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Spoonflower opened up a world of design possibilities for sewists, quilters, and crafters.  With their custom printed fabric, we can have exactly the fabric our project requires (or really really wants).  Stephen Fraser, co-founder of Spoonflower, is the guest for… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Reusable flip top fabric snack bags

April 10, 2016 by Anne Weaver

A packed lunch or snack doesn’t have to generate lots of waste.  You can reduce the number of plastic baggies and packages that go into the trash bin by using reusable snack bags.  Ellen from Cutting Tiny Bites shows how… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy scrappy dish towel

April 10, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Are you tired of hoarding your fabric scraps and never finding a use for them? Well, it’s time to dust off your scrap bin and get ready to create something beautiful and useful! Katie from Bite Sized Biggie has shared… Read more ...

Tutorial: Yard banner from a drop cloth

April 9, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Rachel from Holy Craft shows how you can make your own yard banner from drop cloth fabric.  If you have a Silhouette or other electronic cutter, adding a cute saying is easy as pie.  You won’t need very much of… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy sunglasses case

April 9, 2016 by Anne Weaver

You’ve got your cute new sunnies, now where to store them?  Don’t just tuck them in your purse or they’ll get all scratched up!  Emily from Nap Time Creations shares a tutorial showing how you can sew up an easy… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy baby hat from knit fabric

April 9, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Shelly from Coral and Co. shares a free pattern for making a baby hat from knit fabric.  They’re so cute and so easy to make.  It fits snug around the head and has a cuff that can be worn down… Read more ...

3 tips for sewing with vintage patterns

April 8, 2016 by Anne Weaver

You can’t beat a vintage sewing pattern for beautiful details!  BurdaStyle gives 3 tips for sewing with vintage patterns.  These three easy tips will help make it easier to handle the pattern and to end up with a project you’re… Read more ...
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