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DIY Yarn Hair Hats for Halloween – Tutorial

October 13, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

These DIY yarn hair hats are great for Halloween costumes and dress-up! Unlike store-bought wigs that tend to be scratchy and uncomfortable, these yarn hats are easy to wear. Just put on the hat and you’ve got a head full… Read more ...

The Little Book of Sewing

October 13, 2020 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Looking for inner calm this Christmas? The Little Book of Sewing is your pocket-sized guide to creating your own zen with nothing more than a needle and thread. This little book is packed with essays, anecdotes, quotes, how-to guides and… Read more ...

Spiderweb Halloween Pillow – DIY Sewing Tutorial

October 13, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Normally I try very hard to avoid spiders, but this spiderweb Halloween pillow is so cute for your Halloween decor! Beth at The Renegade Seamstress has a DIY sewing tutorial and video showing how you can make one. Her… Read more ...

DIY Sock Monkeys

October 12, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Learn how to make a sock monkey that your kids will go crazy for with the help of this free sewing pattern and video tutorial! These toys are cute, unique, and colorful, and because of that, most children fall… Read more ...

DIY Face Mask Pouch – Free Sewing Pattern

October 12, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Keep a face mask handy (and clean!) with this face mask zipper pouch! Just put a mask in the pouch and toss it in your purse, so you’ve always got a mask when you need one. Petro from Easy Peasy… Read more ...

Lobster Costume from a Hoodie – DIY Sewing Tutorial

October 11, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

I am loving this DIY lobster costume that Heather Handmade created! Believe it or not, it’s actually an easy sewing project! She has a tutorial showing how she created this awesome lobster costume from a hoodie and some craft felt.… Read more ...

Downton Duffle Coat: Winter Coat Pattern

October 11, 2020 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Add some class to your little one’s winter wardrobe with the Downton Duffle Coat! The Downton features a classic toggle closure with optional hidden zipper, a 3-piece hood, front pockets, and optional shoulder and elbow patches. The Downton is fully… Read more ...

DIY Hanging Kitchen Towel – Sewing Tutorial

October 11, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Make a DIY hanging kitchen towel with potholder fast and easy with the help of this tutorial. Hanging kitchen towels are ideal for everyone who likes to cook and needs to have a towel ready for wiping hands or grabbing… Read more ...

Twist Front Halter Top – Free Sewing Pattern

October 10, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This twist front halter top is a great top for when you want to be a little more dressed up. You can get the free sewing pattern from So Sew Easy. The twist neck halter and keyhole front are… Read more ...

Fleece Cat Softie with Halloween Costumes Sewing Pattern

October 10, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This cute kitty sewing pattern includes instructions and pattern pieces to make the a plush cat and her two Halloween costumes. Costumes include a ghost and a pumpkin. Young kids will have fun playing with the cat softie and choosing… Read more ...

Braided Edge Fleece Blanket – Easy Sewing Tutorial

October 9, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This braided edge fleece blanket

is perfect for snuggling under on cool nights! Beth at The Renegade Seamstress shows how you can make it. It’s made from two layers of fleece so it’s good and warm. It’s an easy… Read more ...

Felt Candy Corn Pennants – DIY Sewing Tutorial

October 9, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

These little felt candy corn pennants would be so cute on a wreath! They’d also be adorable on wooden sticks as plant stakes or peeking out from a Halloween decor display. You can find a tutorial for making over at … Read more ...

How to Load a Bobbin in a Sewing Machine

October 8, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Correct bobbin insertion is crucial to successful sewing. It’s also one of the more intimidating things for a beginning sewist to learn. This tutorial (with video) from Cucicucicoo shows all the steps to correctly load the bobbin in top load… Read more ...

Book Review – Sewing to Sell – The Beginner’s Guide to Starting a Craft Business

October 8, 2020 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

You love to sew. Don’t you wish you could make a living from your sewing? You can, with the help of this practical guide for turning your passion for sewing into a successful home business. Everything you need to know… Read more ...

DIY Cupcake Halloween Costume – Sewing Tutorial

October 8, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This DIY cupcake Halloween costume is easy to make and sooo cute! Heather Handmade shows how to make it. I looove the sprinkles made from felt balls! She was able to make the whole costume using items she already had… Read more ...