Free Sewing Patterns, find techniques and craft ideas by CraftGossip

Tutorial: Repurposed jeans denim baskets

March 24, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Tammy from Taylor Made Homestead shows how you can repurpose an old pair of jeans into these denim fabric baskets. Use them as unique and reusable gift bags, or use them around the house to organize your small stuff. You’ll… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple burp cloths with mini pom pom trim

March 24, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Got a baby shower invite and need cute gift inspiration? These burp cloths would make an awesome gift, and they’re easy to make from pre-folded diapers and strips of accent fabric. Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. shares a tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ric rac Easter egg pillow

March 24, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Denise from DIY Crush shows how you can make this ric rac Easter egg pillow. The pillow itself is a simple envelope style pillow cover. The Easter egg applique has rows of ric rac zig zagging across it to make… Read more ...

Tutorial: Midi pencil skirt

March 24, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how she makes a midi pencil skirt. It’s made from knit but she doesn’t rely on just the stretch of the fabric for the shaping. The side seams follow the curves of her hips,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Cute sock bunny softies

March 24, 2016 by Anne Weaver

These sock bunnies are a quick but cute Easter craft. Tina from Miss Daisy Patterns shows how you can make them. You can give them each their own personality by changing up accent colors or adding bows or other embellishments.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Coiled rope handle tote bag

March 23, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can make this tote bag with a coiled rope top and handles. The process for making the top is similar to making a coiled rope basket, but without the… Read more ...

Free pattern: Alice in Wonderland embroidery hoop set

March 23, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Bev from Flamingo Toes makes cute things, and this Wonderland embroidery hoop set is no exception. It’s a set of two applique and embroidered hoops with Alice in Wonderland themed illustrations. The smaller hoop is the rabbit’s watch, and it’s… Read more ...

Free pattern: Breezy Tee Tunic

March 23, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shares a tutorial for making her Breezy Tee Tunic. The simple tunic is long enough to wear with leggings. And for the inevitable spring cold snap, it also layers nicely with a cardigan. She uses… Read more ...

Free pattern: Fabric covered bread basket

March 23, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for making a bread basket cover to keep your rolls warm while you eat dinner. The basket cover is made to fit over an 8″ bread basket, and has insulated flaps… Read more ...

Tutorial: Satin ribbon dahlia

March 23, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Ooooh, this satin ribbon dahlia is so pretty!! There’s a tutorial at The Ribbon Retreat showing how you can make one. A simple hand stitch gathers up the ribbon to make the petals on the flower. Make one for a… Read more ...

Tutorial: DIY toddler dress form mannequin

March 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

File this under something I never thought you could make yourself. But you can! Kim from Bugaboo City shows how you can make your own toddler mannequin. Wow! Her tutorial shows how to create the pattern (from a onesie that… Read more ...

Tutorial: Stitch in the ditch on a waistband

March 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

An from StraightGrain shows her method for stitching in the ditch on a waistband. Unlike the traditional method of just using lots and lots of pins (which tends to create an uneven stitch line), she uses a combination of pins… Read more ...

Free pattern: Oven mitts

March 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

These oven mitts by Ina from Patty Doo are an easy way to add some color to your kitchen decor. Choose a fabric that matches your style and you can whip up a couple of these in an evening. They’d… Read more ...

Tutorial: DIY suspenders

March 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Kristi from SweetKM shows how you can make a pair of suspenders. They’re cute for the boys, but don’t leave the girls out. They’re cute on girls, too. Her tutorial is a guest post at Petit a Petit & Family.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Drawstring Bunny Bags

March 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

These drawstring bunny bags would make the cutest way to gift some Easter treats! Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial at We All Sew showing how you can make them. You still have time to make… Read more ...