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You can sew a pillowcase in 15 minutes or less. Cat from Mary Martha Mama has a tutorial showing how to do it. You’ll need just a yard of cotton fabric to make a standard pillowcase. (For larger or fluffier… Read more ...
If your kids are helping in the kitchen, then a kid apron just for them will help keep their clothes clean in all the mess. Learn to make a kid’s apron with just ONE fat quarter of fabric! Heather from… Read more ...
Sew your fabric scraps into a cute case to hold your sunglasses! Courtney from Sweeter Than Cupcakes shares a tutorial showing how to make these quilt-as-you-go sunglasses cases. The quilting adds shaping and also helps protect the lenses of your… Read more ...
These secret pocket hangers, with their secret zippered pocket, hiding away secret treasures, are the perfect gift for you and the travellers in your life. Libby from Libby’s Lifestyle shows how to make them! It’s an easy project, great for… Read more ...
See how to sew a pair of socks into the cutest little pug softie! Joanne from Craft Passion shares a free sewing pattern. I pair of chenille socks will make a soft huggable sock pug. She also includes a free… Read more ...
These knit harem pants are so cute, and so practical for little kids! The roomy legs are comfortable for all that active play. They’re quick and easy to sew! You can get a free sewing pattern from Sew It’s Made. … Read more ...
This unique table lamp is made from repurposed materials. The see-through base is a large old pickle jar. The drum shade is made from weaving the seams and hems of old denim jeans. Claire from Pillar Box Blue shares a… Read more ...
This hexagon mug mat gives the maker a chance to stretch those English paper piecing muscles, but it’s still quick to sew up because it’s finished on the machine. Staci from Crafty Staci has a tutorial and a free English… Read more ...
Summer hair is easy with this wired fabric headband. Petro from Easy Peasy Creative shows how you can make one. It’s cute and practical and easy to sew. She’s even got a free pattern for you!
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Love to repurpose your old jeans but not sure what to do with the waistbands? Then this denim cushion cover is for you. Vicky from Vicky Myers Creations has a tutorial showing how to make it. Making the most of… Read more ...
These super simple stuffed dog bones are so easy to make that even children or inexperienced adults can hand sew them! Get the free pattern for this fun accessory for fluffy toy doggies! Lisa from Cucicucicoo has a tutorial and… Read more ...
Small children and a Christmas tree full of keepsake breakable ornaments is a bad combination. Save your sanity by making a set of kid friendly fabric ornaments! Pack the breakable ones away for a few years until the kids are… Read more ...
Keep your trash bags right where they’re handy with this trash bag dispenser! Emily from Life Sew Savory shows how you can make one. It’s easy to make, with just a few seams! You can hang it from a door… Read more ...
Sewing rooms are creative spaces, and with the creativity often comes a mess. Whether it’s unfinished projects or extra fabrics, it’s easy for the sewing room to get out of control. Sherri from A Quilting Life has some help for… Read more ...
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how you can make a tiered pillowcase dress. It’s just like a regular pillowcase dress through the bodice and neck, but the dress has three tiers that make it extra twirly. … Read more ...