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Free pattern: Baby moccasins

March 5, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a free pattern for making the cutest little baby moccasins. The moccasins are a variation on the cloth sneaker pattern she shared last week. She basic shapes are similar, though the mocs are made… Read more ...

Tutorial: Alphabet Block Pincushion

March 5, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Staci from Crafty Staci shows how you can make an alphabet block pincushion like this one. The 2″ fabric cube is a bigger (and softer) version of the blocks we all played with as kids. If you have a fabric… Read more ...

Tutorial: Reusable snack bags

March 5, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Carli from Simply Notable shows how you can make your own reusable snack bags. You can wash and reuse them over and over. They’ve got Velcro closures at the top that are easy to install, and easy for young hands… Read more ...

Free pattern: Baymax superhero fleece hat

March 4, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Stephanie from The Tip Toe Fairy shares a free pattern for making a fleece hat like Baymax from Big Hero 6. Made from red fleece with pointed ear wings, it shows him in his superhero form. If you’ve got a… Read more ...

What’s the difference between retro, vintage, and antique?

March 4, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Retro… vintage… antique… These terms get thrown around quite a bit, and it can be hard to tell exactly what the difference is between them. What makes a piece of fabric vintage vs. antique? Or a pattern retro instead of… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Convertible leather tote

March 4, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a tutorial for making a convertible leather (or faux leather) tote. This is such a cool design! The straps are attached in a such a way that the bag can either… Read more ...

Tutorial: 10-minute poncho cardi

March 4, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Carissa from Carissa Miss shares a tutorial at Made From Pinterest showing how she made this simple poncho cardi. It’s super simple to make and a great layer for the spring weather – which cannot come soon enough! If you… Read more ...

You could win a ticket to SNAP!

March 4, 2015 by Anne Weaver

I have two bits of exciting news to share with you today. First, I’m going to SNAP Conference this year. I know, this is more happy news for me than for you, but I’m just so excited I feel the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Use masking tape to sew in a zipper

March 4, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Agy from Green Issues uses masking tape to help sew in a zipper. The tape holds the zipper in place while she sews it down. She shares a tutorial showing how she does it. She shows the technique with hand… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easter Bunny ears napkin rings, no sewing required

March 4, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Landee from Landeelu shares a tutorial at Eighteen 25 showing how you can make these Easter Bunny ears napkin rings, with no sewing required. A length of wire is inserted between the layers of fabric so the ears hold their… Read more ...

Tutorial: Little girls summer jumpsuit

March 3, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Wen from What’s Mummy Up To? shows how you can make a summer jumpsuit for a little girl. You’ll use your favorite shorts pattern (she links to a free pattern and a tutorial for drafting your own), adding a simple… Read more ...

Tutorial: Magnetic needle minders

March 3, 2015 by Anne Weaver

These needle minders by Bev from Flamingo Toes are as adorable as they are practical. She shares a tutorial showing how to make them. The fabric covered buttons are magnetic so they’ll hold a needle (or a couple of straight… Read more ...

Free pattern: Kenna Tote

March 3, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Leah from Sew Spoiled shares a free pattern for her Kenna Tote. It’s a medium sized bag perfect for everyday running around, whether it’s errands or school pickup or work. It’s made from a sturdy canvas, and lined with a… Read more ...

Free pattern: Boys slim fit sweat pants

March 3, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a free pattern for making slim fit sweat pants for boys. The slim fit, and details like a faux fly and cargo pockets give them trendy styling. But they’re still comfortable… Read more ...

Tutorial: Round make-up bag with inside pockets

March 3, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Remona from The Stitching Scientist shows how you can make a round make-up bag like this one. It’s quilted so the sides hold their shape. And on the inside, there are pockets sewn around the sides to hold your cosmetics… Read more ...