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These quilted flannel coasters are perfect for fall with their soft flannel texture, fluffy edges, and adorable pumpkin appliques. Beth from Renegade Seamstress has a tutorial at eHow showing how you can make these pretty fall pumpkin flannel coasters. Mix… Read more ... 
Sew a wrap skirt with a beautiful flounce detail. This free sewing pattern from So Sew Easy can be as dressy or as casual as you like, depending on how you accessorize. The flounce adds drama, while the waistband has… Read more ... 
Hang a stocking for your pet so Santa can leave him some dog treats
for Christmas morning! This dog paw Christmas stocking by Heather Handmade is a cute stocking for your furry friend. You can make it from quilting cottons… Read more ... 
Cold feet and toes are no fun! But you can sew a pair of fleece slippers to keep your kids’ feet warm this winter. Chelsea at Sew Simple Home has a free sewing pattern and tutorial to sew these kids… Read more ... 
There’s nothing cozier than a handmade stocking hung by the chimney with care! You can easily sew a simple Christmas stocking with a free pattern from Life Sew Savory. And just because the pattern is simple, doesn’t mean it has… Read more ... 
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 ... 
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 ... 
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 ... 
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 ... 
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 ... 
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 ... 
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 ... 
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 ... 
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 ... 
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 ...