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Sarah from Blue Susan Makes shares a tutorial and free pattern at Fabric.com showing how you can make a bat cape. And when I say bat cape, I’m meaning more than just a cape with a bat scallop bottom –… Read more ... 
This jack o lantern isn’t scary at all! In fact, he’s quite cute! Alicia from Sew What Alicia shares a tutorial at Therm O Web for making this jack o lantern throw pillow, using Deco Foil for the jack o… Read more ... 
Look how cute this strawberry costume is! Shari’s Berries has a tutorial showing how you can make strawberry costumes for the whole family – adults, kids, and even your dog! They’re made like loose fit tunics with elastic around the… Read more ... 
Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how you can sew a fabric bone softie toy for your dog. The soft fabric toy is easy for him to grab up in his mouth and carry with him. Dogs tend to get… Read more ... 
Fall always has me dreaming of flannel and denim. Desiree from The 36th Avenue shows how you can make a wreath from flannel and recycled denim. You can get the flannel from yardage from the fabric store, or from a… Read more ... 
Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional shares a tutorial for making these adorable mermaid skirts. They’re obviously cute for Halloween costumes, but they’re also comfortable enough to wear for dress-up play or a day at Disney. She gives dimensions… Read more ... 
Jess from Gracious Threads shares a tutorial at Fleece Fun showing how you can sew a girls’ Moana inspired Halloween costume. The wrap skirt is made from knit and requires no sewing at all. The top is easy to sew… Read more ... 
Sew a set of pumpkin pot holders to bring some Halloween and autumn cheer to your kitchen! They’re not hard to make and they’re totally cute. Shelly from Coral & Co. shares a tutorial. Quilting lines make the ridges of… Read more ... 
Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy shows how you can sew a pom pom trim pillow with an invisible zipper for a closure. It’s super cute with a Halloween image on the front (heat transfer vinyl), but it would be cute… Read more ... 
Stephanie from Swoodson Says shares a tutorial for these cute – and quick to make – Halloween banners. They’re a fun way to decorate for Halloween, and when Halloween is over you can roll them up for easy storage till… Read more ... 
Simple Simon & Co shows how you can make this Halloween bat pillow. The design is simple but also quite striking, with felt bats silhouetted against a big yellow full moon. If you look closely at the phone you can… Read more ... 
Kimbo from A Girl and a Glue Gun shows how you can make a unicorn costume – and it’s not even difficult! She uses a leotard and tights for the unicorn body, and makes some simple faux fur cuffs to… Read more ... 
We all know that Ugly Christmas Sweaters are a thing. But Ugly Halloween Sweaters? They should be a thing, too. There’s plenty to be found at thrift stores, but of course you can DIY your own. Abby from Sew Much … Read more ... 
Tamara Tripodi shares a tutorial at Therm O Web for making this adorable owl dress! It has a cute owl face and a twirly skirt that little girls are sure to love! It’s easy to make if you start with… Read more ... 
It’s good to have a go-to gift to make for baby showers. The Best Bib from Bite Sized Biggie is a great go-to gift, and the pattern is free! It’s big enough to keep messes off even an older baby,… Read more ...