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Pie Slices Quilted Table Topper – Sewing Tutorial

November 4, 2021 by Anne Weaver

What’s your favorite kind of pie? This quilted table topper has them all! Each section of the hexagon topper is a different yummy flavor of pie. Heather Handmade has a tutorial showing how you can sew this fun table topper… Read more ...

Metal Frame Purse with Embroidered Fabric – Free Sewing Pattern

November 3, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Sometimes the perfect fabric doesn’t come from the store. For this project, Mayra at So Sew Easy created her own custom fabric for a beautiful metal frame purse. Would you believe this fabric started out as a plain canvas? She… Read more ...

Santa’s Workshop Felt Advent Calendar – Free Pattern

November 3, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Create an Advent calendar that will become a family keepsake! This felt “Santa’s Workshop” Advent calendar is timeless. Each day in Advent, you pull a felt toy shape out of a pocket and place it on the design above. By… Read more ...

DIY Reusable Produce Bags Sewing Tutorial

November 2, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Reduce the amount of single use plastic in your house with these reusable mesh produce bags! You can sew them yourself using a tutorial from I Can Sew This. The mesh bags are so handy! You can make them… Read more ...

Reindeer and Deer Sewing Pattern

November 1, 2021 by Shellie Wilson

These Reindeer and deer felt toys are perfect for decorating your home or for gifting to friends and family. This sewing pattern comes with an adaptation so you can turn them into Christmas tree ornaments too. Once you start making… Read more ...

Fun Ways to Mend Ripped Jeans

October 31, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Don’t throw out your favorite jeans once they start showing wear! Use some creative methods to mend those rips and worn spots instead. The Creative Sewist Blog has some great ideas for doing just that. The techniques range from practical… Read more ...

Easy Sew Star Ornaments – DIY Tutorial

October 30, 2021 by Anne Weaver

No Christmas tree is complete with some star ornaments! The best part about this easy sew craft project is you can do it or you can get the kids involved in making this fun craft. You can let them choose… Read more ...

Euro Sham Pillow Sewing Tutorial

October 29, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Looking to update your bedding ensemble? Dans de Lakehouse can show you how to make beautiful euro shams. The large square pillows look beautifully arranged across a headboard. They’re easy to sew and will add a custom look to your… Read more ...

How To Fix Kids’ Pants That Are Too Big – Sewing Tutorial

October 29, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Elizabeth Made This shows how to create an adjustable waistband with this easy buttonhole elastic tutorial. It’s a simple sewing alteration you’ll use again and again for your kids. As parents, we all know the struggle of trying to find… Read more ...

Sisu Dragon Costume DIY Sewing Tutorial

October 28, 2021 by Anne Weaver

For a child who loves Raya and the Last Dragon, you can make this cute Sisu the dragon costume. Heather Handmade shows how in an easy to follow tutorial. Starting with a purchased hoodie makes this an easy Halloween or… Read more ...

6 Pocket Origami Pouch Sewing Tutorial

October 27, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Make a fun pouch with lots of pockets from a couple of squares of fabric! This is a quick sew project based on a popular paper origami technique. The result is a nifty little pouch with six pockets that can… Read more ...

Book Review – Wayward Threads: Techniques and Ideas for Upcycling Unloved or Discarded Garments

October 26, 2021 by Shellie Wilson

Better than recycled—up-cycled!Basic sewing skills are all you need to turn unloved or discarded clothing into creative opportunities of your own expression. With Wayward Threads

as your guide, you will create your own fun-to-wear garments that are not only fresh… Read more ...