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Icy Cool Neck Wrap – DIY Sewing Tutorial

July 14, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Various parts of the world are experiencing unprecedented heat waves and we all need a way to stay cool. eSheep Designs has a free PDF tutorial showing how to make their Icy Cool Neck Wrap. This is an easy-to-make… Read more ...

Easy Wristlet Key Fob – DIY Sewing Tutorial

July 13, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

These wristlet key fobs are super easy to sew, and make great little gifts! They’re quick to sew and use just some strips of fabric and a swivel hook. Sew Can She shows how you can sew a wristlet… Read more ...

How to Trim and Grade Seams – Sewing Tutorial

July 12, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Trimming and grading seams are both methods for reducing bulk on the inside of a sewn project. But they’re not interchangeable terms. There’s a difference between trimming seams and grading seams. Heather Handmade shares the why and the how for… Read more ...

Pretty Rainbow Pillow – Free Sewing Pattern

July 11, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This pretty rainbow pillow will brighten any room! It would be so cute in a tween’s bedding set, or how about a fun accent for a front porch? Lisa from Love to Color My World has a free pattern and… Read more ...

Tips to Sew Your Own Swimsuit

July 10, 2021 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Sewing a swimsuit is not as impossible as it sounds. In fact, it’s actually quite doable – as long as you know the tricks. Because of the stretch of the fabric, and also the need for your swimsuit to stand… Read more ...

DIY Drop Cloth Pillows with Leaf Prints – Sewing Tutorial

July 9, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Create beautiful leaf print drop cloth

pillows for your home! Drop cloth is a great source of fabric for home decor projects. Not only is it inexpensive but it also has a wonderful linen look that works well with my… Read more ...

Beach Organizer Tote Sewing Pattern

July 9, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This organizer tote is perfect for trips to the beach or the pool! Pockets around the outside hold sunscreen, water bottles, flip flops, and more. Inside there’s room for a couple of towels. But, when summer is over don’t pack… Read more ...

Easy Sew Bolster Pillow – DIY Sewing Tutorial

July 8, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This bolster pillow is easy to sew and is also a clever storage hack. Instead of traditional stuffing, use your extra or off-season duvet as the insert! You get storage and a pretty bedding accent, all in one! Ohoh Deco … Read more ...

Summer Trapeze Dress – Free Sewing Pattern

July 8, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

If you are like me you can never have to many summer or spring dresses. Especially dresses that are simple to sew and fun to wear while keeping you cool on those warm summer days. Happiest Camper shares a free… Read more ...

Plastic Bag Holder from a Shirt Sleeve – DIY Sewing Tutorial

July 7, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

As much as I try to cut down on the number of plastic bags coming into my house, we always seem to have an overabundance. Heather Handmade shows how you can create a plastic bag holder to help keep them… Read more ...

Linen Tunic Dress – DIY Sewing Tutorial

July 6, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Is there any fabric more summery than linen? This frayed edge linen dress is a summertime classic. I Can Sew This shows how you can sew you own linen dress. It’s actually quite easy and you don’t even need a… Read more ...

Upcycled Water Bottle Dog Toy – Free Sewing Pattern

July 5, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Don’t spend a fortune on dog toys – make your own from upcycled materials! Heather Handmade created this fun dog bone toy from old jeans, with an empty water bottle inside to make a crinkly sound. You can easily replace… Read more ...

Gathered Skirt with Pockets – DIY Sewing Tutorial

July 3, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sew a new summer skirt for yourself with this easy DIY sewing tutorial! I Can Sew This shows how you can create a simple gathered skirt with pockets. You can make it in any size, with no sewing pattern required.… Read more ...

Adjustable Crossbody Bag – Free Sewing Pattern

July 2, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Here’s your new favorite crossbody bag! It’s super cute and handy sized, with two slip pockets, zipper pocket, magnetic snap closure and adjustable shoulder strap. There’s room for a mobile phone, plus a tablet and notebook and pen. This free… Read more ...

Ric Rac Flag 4th of July Pillow Sewing Tutorial

July 1, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Ric rac trim gives such a sweet vintage style to your sewing projects. Heather from Heather Handmade used ric rac to create an adorable flag pillow for 4th of July. She used stripes of red

and white ric rac

,… Read more ...