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Tutorial: Cinderella-inspired bird bed canopy

February 29, 2016 by Anne Weaver

There’s something about a canopy that feels so fancy for a girl’s room. But check out this bird canopy that Jill from Snugglebug University made for her daughter. Inspired by Cinderella’s bird helpers, it’s held in place above the bed… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple infinity scarf

February 29, 2016 by Anne Weaver

An infinity scarf makes a great gift (or a nice accessory for youself!) and is easy to sew. You can use any soft drapey fabric to make one, and it takes just a few simple straight seams. Lisa from Cucicucicoo… Read more ...

Tutorial: Tie front belt with buttons

February 29, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making a tie front belt with buttons at the front. The belt is made from quilted cotton fabric, with ends made scraps of suede. Cord and buttons on the suede tabs make a tie closure.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Bias tape magnetic photo frames

February 29, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Abby from Sew Much Ado shows how you can make these bias tape magnetic photo frames. It’s a great way to use up scraps of bias tape left over from other projects! If you’re making the tape just for this… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple braided fabric basket

February 29, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Do-It-Yourself Danielle shows how you can use your fabric scraps to make a simple braided basket. It’s all hand sewn, so no need for a sewing machine.What you use the basket for is totally up to you. She’ll use hers… Read more ...

Tutorial: Serger thread catcher

February 28, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Most sergers come with a little plastic bin that attaches to the front to catch the scraps cut off by the serger knife. But, those little plastic bins don’t hold that much and mine is always – always – on… Read more ...

Tutorial: Key ring essential oil pouch

February 28, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This small key ring pouch is made to hold essential oils. Elastic pockets on the inside hold the small bottles so you don’t have to dig through a jumble of bottles to find the one you need. Nicole from No… Read more ...

Free pattern: Women’s pajama shorts

February 28, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Emily from Nap Time Creations shares a free pattern for women’s pajama shorts. They are easy to sew up and great for lounging! Her free pattern includes two length options (2″ inseam and 6″ inseam) and is available in women’s… Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrap Fabric beads A great way to use up odd fabric

February 28, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Anna from Journey into Creativity uses scrap fabric and thread to make these beautiful and colorful fabric beads. They’d make gorgeous jewelry! Her blog is written in Greek but you can use see from the photos what to do, or… Read more ...

Tutorial: Vintage-inspired baby burp cloth

February 27, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This vintage-inspired burp cloth makes a sweet gift for a new baby. Hancock Fabrics shares a tutorial and a free pattern for making one on their blog, The Stitch. Make it from a vintage-y fabric and trim it out cute… Read more ...

Tutorial: Powder dye color explosion

February 27, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Those Tulip tie dye kits are so much fun! Everything is all ready to go, with powdered dye already in squeeze bottles. Just add the water and you’ve got fabric dye ready to go. But Jade from Jaderbomb shows the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a fun patchwork fabric from your tiniest scraps

February 27, 2016 by Anne Weaver

I’m a little obsessive about saving my fabric scraps. I’ll save just about anything big enough to accommodate 1/4″ seam allowances on all sides. Heather from The Sewing Loft shows how you can take your tiniest of scraps and piece… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy peg bag

February 26, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Cintia from My Poppet shows how you can make this simple peg bag to hold your clothespins while you put your laundry out on the line. It’s super fast to make – she was able to make this one in… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy knit pencil skirt

February 26, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Petro from Creative Homemaking shows how easy it is to make a simple knit pencil skirt. The stretch of the knit fabric means you won’t have to fiddle with a zipper or other kind of closure. You won’t even need… Read more ...

Tutorial: How to fold your fabric into perfect stacks

February 26, 2016 by Anne Weaver

There’s something about stacks of folded fabric that gets my creative juices flowing. All the colors and patterns, the crafty potential just waiting to be tapped. The perfect stacks don’t happen by accident. You’ve got to fold all those fabric… Read more ...