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Best Fabrics for Sewing Clothes

April 23, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Key to sewing clothes that look how you like is starting with the right kind of fabric. Some types of clothes look best sewn from lightweight, drapey fabrics while others look best from fabrics with more structure. With so many… Read more ...

Easy Wrist Pincushion – DIY Tutorial

April 22, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This wrist pincushion is the solution for when you need to keep your pins close at hand, but still out of the way. You can make one yourself from scrap fabric and supplies you probably already have on hand. Go … Read more ...

How To Easily and Quickly Taper Wide Leg Pants

April 22, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Tapering wide leg pants is a fairly simple alteration that can totally change the overall look and style of a pair of pants. This article written by Christine Warren provides detailed, step by step instructions on how to taper wide… Read more ...

Oversized Hot Pad for Casserole Dishes – DIY Sewing Tutorial

April 21, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Most hot pads are big enough for a sauce pan or small baking dish.

But when you’re using a larger dish, like for casseroles, you need a larger hot pad. This oversized hot pad from Pin, Cut, Sew Studio is… Read more ...

Sewing Class- The Ella Blouse

April 21, 2021 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Freshen up your closet with the Ella Blouse, a modern short-sleeved shirt with a stylish row of buttons all the way down the back. It features a dolman sleeve, which is one of the easiest sleeve styles to sew. Fashion… Read more ...

Easy Baby Bib – Free Sewing Pattern in 4 Sizes

April 21, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

A handmade baby bib is always a great gift to welcome a new baby! They’re quick and easy to make, and always appreciated. Coral & Co. has a free sewing pattern you can use to make an easy baby bib. … Read more ...

7 Ways to Sew a Hem – Sewing Tutorial

April 20, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Once you’ve sewn a project or two, you realize there are lots of ways to hem a piece of fabric. Which one should you use? Well, that depends on what you’re making and what kind of fabric you’re using. Heather … Read more ...

1 Hour Bucket Hat – Free Sewing Pattern

April 19, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

If you have always wondered how those cute little bucket hats are made? Wonder no more, because with this free bucket hat sewing pattern you can make hats in various sizes to suit every member of the family. You can… Read more ...

3 Pattern Bundle, PDF pattern and tutorial Rabbit, Bear, Cat, Toy sewing pattern

April 19, 2021 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

PDF patterns and detailed instructions can be purchase for these 3 soft toy doll pattern here.
Bear, Cat and Rabbit 50 x 15 cm, 19´´ x 6´´ For 1 toy you will need:
main fabric 40 x 40 cm
additional… Read more ...

Sew a Simple Fabric Lanyard – DIY Tutorial

April 19, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Replace a work-issued lanyard with one that’s much cuter – and more comfortable to wear! Sew Simple Home has an easy sewing tutorial you can use to sew a simple fabric lanyard to hold your work or school ID. Make… Read more ...

Book Review – The Zenki Way: A Guide to Designing and Enjoying Your Own Creative Softies

April 18, 2021 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

The Zenki Way: A Guide to Designing & Enjoying Your Own Creative Softies by Trixi Symonds A perfect sewing project for kids A big part of my work in the last few years has been coming up with… Read more ...

3 Ways to Sew on a Patch – DIY Tutorial

April 18, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Patches are a fun way to customize a bag or a garment. You can buy all kinds of cute patches

at the fabric store, or (my preference) collect them as souvenirs from trips and big events. Patches can also be… Read more ...

Circle Sundress for Girls and Dolls – Free Sewing Pattern

April 17, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This breezy sundress for girls is perfect for twirling! Emily at Life Sew Savory has a free sewing pattern you can use to create a matching circle sundress for girls and dolls. Made from knit fabric, it’s easy to sew… Read more ...

Drawstring Makeup Bag – Sewing Tutorial

April 16, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Tackle the mess on your bathroom vanity with this easy makeup bag. The round drawstring makeup bag opens wide so it’s easy to find what you need. And when you’re done, it’s quick to cinch closed. Go to Easy Peasy … Read more ...

Pillowcase with Inner Flap – Sewing Tutorial

April 16, 2021 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This easy sewing tutorial shows you how to make a pillowcase with inner flap. It follows the process that stores use to make pillowcases. Cutting measurements are provided for standard, queen, and king size pillows. It’s a great sewing project… Read more ...