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Easy to Make Library Bag – DIY Sewing Tutorial

July 16, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Trips to the library break the boredom of summer days, and help keep kids reading and learning even when they’re not in school. Pam at Threading My Way has a tutorial showing how you can sew this easy library bag… Read more ...

Eco Printing on Fabric With Natural Dyes

July 15, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

You can create subtle and beautiful designs on fabric using natural dyes. La Creative Mama shows how to eco print on fabric using leaves and flowers. She uses an iron water solution to transfer the shapes of the leaves on… Read more ...

Easy drawstring backpack for sports gear – DIY sewing tutorial

July 15, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sew up an easy drawstring backpack with this DIY sewing tutorial, free pattern, and a step by step video. This DIY drawstring backpack will get your kids through soccer season with pockets to hold your water bottle, shin guards, and… Read more ...

How to make splash balls – DIY sewing tutorial

July 15, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Making playing in the pool or yard sprinkler more fun with these DIY splash balls! You can sew up a bunch and use them like water balloons for a good old fashioned water balloon fight. Heather and Heather Handmade shows… Read more ...

Women’s Dressy Shorts Free Sewing Pattern

July 14, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

These women’s dressy shorts are perfect for dressing up on a summer day! Or, make them from a heavier fabric and they’re super cute for fall. The shorts are shaped with pleats at the front (for ease of movement) and… Read more ...

Easy Denim Purses

July 14, 2020 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Recycle those old, worn-out or out-grown blue jeans by making a variety of fun and useful denim bags for next to nothing! Make use of pants, skirts, pockets, waistbands and straps to create unusual, one-of-a-kind projects for carrying your valuables… Read more ...

Upcycled Dishtowel Pillow – DIY Sewing Tutorial

July 14, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This is a simple idea that most anyone can do, yet it is so cute! Wendy from My French Twist shows how to make a pillow from a kitchen towel. It’s a perfect way to make a personalized gift! It’s… Read more ...

Easy Elastic Waist Barbie Skirt

July 13, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This elastic waist Barbie skirt only requires a 6″ piece of fabric and three seams. It comes together in minutes and is a fun project to create with your kids. DIY Barbie Blog has an easy tutorial showing how to… Read more ...

DIY Webbing Belt Tutorial

July 13, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Webbing belts are so versatile! You can wear them as traditional belts, of course. But you can also use a webbing belt to carry a hip pouch (or we used to call them, a fanny pack). And you can even… Read more ...

Girls Leggings Free Sewing Pattern

July 12, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

There’s a reason why leggings are so popular for little girls to wear! They’re comfortable for active play and sports, but also for just hanging around the house. Easy Peasy Creative has a free sewing pattern you can use to… Read more ...

Gathered skirt maxi dress sewing pattern

July 12, 2020 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

This is the ultimate maxi dress sewing pattern . Two levels of tiered ruffles on this dress make her so voluminous that you can’t help but spin in circles when you wear her/the dress . The sewing pattern includes sizes… Read more ...

Gaiter Face Mask – Free Sewing Pattern

July 12, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Stay protected but also stylish with this DIY neck gaiter face mask! In this combo video + written tutorial by Hello Sewing, you will get to learn how to make an easy neck gaiter face mask that can be… Read more ...

3 Ways to Gather Fabric – Sewing Tutorial

July 11, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Like most sewing techniques, there are many ways to gather fabric. The right one to use will depend on what you’re making, what fabric you’re using, what tools you have available, and maybe even your personal preferences. Brooke Starts Sewing… Read more ...

Cute Watermelon Summer Banner Free Sewing Pattern

July 11, 2020 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

A sweet juicy watermelon is one of my most favorite summertime treats! This fabric banner is a cute way to celebrate summer! Amy from Ameroonie Designs has a free pattern at Therm O Web blog. Go there to see how … Read more ...

DIY Fabric Mask with Extra Breathing Room

July 10, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This face mask is designed for hot summer days! It stays further away from the nose and mouth to create a little more breathing room inside the mask. Hello Sewing has a free sewing pattern and a video showing how… Read more ...