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Sew Buttons Using a Sewing Machine – Sewing Tutorial

February 6, 2021 by Anne Weaver

If you ask me what my least favorite sewing task is, there’s a good chance I’ll tell you it’s sewing buttons. (Or hemming pants, ha!) If you also dislike sewing down buttons, here’s a tutorial you’ll want to see… Read more ...

Questions to Ask When Choosing Fabric for Sewing Clothes

February 5, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Choosing the right fabric is critical when sewing clothes. Different types of clothing will look and wear best if made out of certain types of fabric. But with so many types of fabric available, it can be hard to know… Read more ...

Upcycled Jeans Crossbody Bag – DIY Sewing Tutorial

February 4, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Turn an old pair of jeans into a cute new crossbody bag! Patti at Hearth & Vine has a tutorial showing how. I love how she used the jeans pockets to create a flap and also a large pocket on… Read more ...

Lovebirds Felt Treat Bag for Valentine’s Day – Free Sewing Pattern

February 4, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Sew a cute felt treat bag for Valentine’s Day with this free sewing pattern from Sew Can Do! The little felt bag is shaped like a birdhouse, with a pair of lovebirds on the front. And as cute as the… Read more ...

Fur Lined Fleece Mittens – Free Sewing Pattern

February 3, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Learn how to make mittens that are comfortable, warm, and stylish quickly and easily with this useful mittens tutorial from Hellosewing! The tutorial includes a free pattern. With a fur lining and fleece body, this pair of mittens doesn’t… Read more ...

Scrunchies with Tails – Free Sewing Pattern

February 3, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Scrunchies with tails (or a bow) continue to be a trendy hair accessory. They also happen to be easy to sew. Threads Monthly shows how to sew your own scrunchies with tails, and even has a free pattern you can… Read more ...

Padded Laptop Case or Tablet Case – DIY Sewing Tutorial

February 2, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Sew a padded case to protect your laptop or tablet! Emily at Life Sew Savory shows how you can sew a padded laptop case or tablet case. The outside has a cool pieced design and an angled zip pocket to… Read more ...

Women’s Lantern Sleeve Sweater – Free Sewing Pattern

February 1, 2021 by Anne Weaver

A lantern sleeve is a full sleeve with a fitted wrist. The fullness increases at the bottom of the sleeve creating a pretty lantern silhouette. It’s Always Autumn has a free sewing pattern you can use to sew a women’s… Read more ...

How to Make a Snuffle Mat for Dogs – DIY Sewing Tutorial

January 31, 2021 by Anne Weaver

A snuffle mat turns feeding time into a fun activity for your dog. A snuffle mat is an interactive feeding toy with pockets and hiding spots for your dog’s food. As they sniff out their food, they get the reward… Read more ...

Hack to Use Infusible Ink with Cotton Fabric – Sewing Tutorial

January 30, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Many people love using Cricutu’s Infusible Ink to put designs on to fabric. The Infusible Ink designs wear well over time because they are infused into the fabric. But it requires a polyester fabric, and not everyone wants to wear… Read more ...

Make Your Own Pajama Pants Pattern – DIY Sewing Tutorial

January 30, 2021 by Anne Weaver

You don’t need to buy a pattern in order to sew a pair of pajama pants. You can make your own pajama pants pattern in just 10 minutes by tracing a pair of your pants that fit you correctly. Cucicucicoo … Read more ...

Fabric Chinese New Year Ornament – DIY Sewing Tutorial

January 29, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Chinese New Year is around the corner (12 Feb), and it’s the time of the year where many people will be adorning their homes with festive Chinese New Year decorations. This tutorial by Sew, Jahit shows how to make a… Read more ...

Felt Valentine Monster Treat Pouch – Easy Sewing Tutorial

January 28, 2021 by Anne Weaver

This felt Valentine monster treat pouch is sooo cute – and so easy to make! Scratch and Stitch has a tutorial showing how to make this fun Valentine sewing project. You can give each little monster its own personality by… Read more ...

Upcycled Sweater Mittens – DIY Sewing Tutorial

January 28, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Upcycle your old sweaters and turn them into sweater mittens with this sweater mitten tutorial video by Hellosewing! Don’t throw out those sweaters you won’t be wearing anymore when they can be repurposed into wonderful, cozy, and warm mittens fast… Read more ...

Kitchen Towel Apron – Easy Sewing Tutorial

January 27, 2021 by Anne Weaver

Take a kitchen towel and a yard of some cute fabric, and you can make this fun kitchen towel apron! It’s an easy sewing project, great for beginners or as a quick afternoon project for a more confident sewist. Fat … Read more ...