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Tutorial: Make a girl’s sundress from a tote bag

February 18, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Make a little girl’s sundress from a tote bag? I wouldn’t have thought to do that, but Kirstin from Kojodesigns did and it turned out so cute. And if you think about it, it makes sense. The sides are already… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Easy no-sew choker t-shirt

February 17, 2017 by Anne Weaver

With just a few easy cuts, you can turn a regular t-shirt into a trendy choker t-shirt. Laura from A Beautiful Mess shows how to do this easy DIY with no sewing required. It’s a quick way to update your… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Kid sized messenger bag with a zip pocket

February 17, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Little kids love carrying their stuff in their own bags! You can sew a kid-sized messenger bag using a free pattern from Emily at Nap Time Creations. The top is open (no flap) so it’s easy for them to get… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easter bunny bag

February 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Amber from Crazy Little Projects shares a free pattern for making an adorable Easter bunny bag! A bunny face is stitched on to the front of the bag, and the handles are the bunny’s ears. How cute!! Click below for… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric envelope for a Valentine treat

February 14, 2017 by Anne Weaver

A fabric envelope makes pretty presentation for a Valentine or other special gift. And, it’s reusable! Lolly Jane shares a tutorial for making a simple fabric envelope. Tuck a card or a little candy in there for a sweet Valentine… Read more ...

Tutorial: Lined half circle skirt

February 13, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Petro from Creative Homemaking shares a tutorial showing how to make a half circle skirt from a woven fabric. The skirt is nicely finished with a waistband, lining, and zipper. Make it in a floral for a beautiful new skirt… Read more ...

Free pattern: Lauren Bag

February 12, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Remona from The Stitching Scientist shares a free pattern for making this beautiful bag. She calls it the Lauren Bag. It has a gusset at the bottom that creates a nice shape for the bag. Use a yard of your… Read more ...

Free pattern: Cotton Candy Kitty softie

February 10, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Sew4Home’s free Cotton Candy Kitty pattern makes an adorable kitty softie, and it’s a perfect pattern to start your softie sewing obsession. The pattern is kept simple, with no darts and just a few pieces that get sewn to the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Lace pencil skirt

February 9, 2017 by Anne Weaver

See how you can make this beautiful lace pencil skirt! It’s perfect for spring weddings or date night or any other event where you want to be dressed up. Jill from Snugglebug University shares a tutorial at Make It and… Read more ...

Tutorial: Kids reversible book bag

February 8, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Working at the library, I see the joy on kids’ faces when they bring a big ol’ stack of books up to be checked out. A book tote makes all those books easier to carry and keep up with. Marissa… Read more ...

Free pattern: Easy quilted pot holder

February 7, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Shelly from Coral & Co. shares a tutorial for making these easy quilted pot holders. She uses fun prints for the front and the back and then finishes off the edges with a pretty bias tape. I’m loving the bright… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a zipper in a lined skirt

February 7, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Petro from Creative Homemaking shows how to sew a zipper into a lined skirt. Inserting the zipper between the lining and the skirt gives it a clean finish inside and out. Her tutorial includes written instructions and also a video… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy waterproof swim bag

February 6, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Put a wet swimsuit in your pool bag, and everything it touches will be soaked by the time you get home. Nina from Nina Makes shows how you can make waterproof swim bags to keep a wet suit from soaking… Read more ...

Tutorial: Wood crate ottoman with recycled jeans cushion

February 5, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Claire from Pillar Box Blue shows how she created this awesome wood crate ottoman. The cushion on top is made from recycled jeans. The denim makes a sturdy fabric for the cushion, and the waistband is the perfect way to… Read more ...

Free pattern: Bigger & Better Bib for baby

February 4, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Cat from Mary Martha Mama shares a free sewing pattern for her Bigger & Better Bib. It’s similar to a pattern she’s used for years, but she widened it in places for better coverage and easier sewing. Widening it at… Read more ...