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Tutorial: Simple convertible backpack tote bag

January 2, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Make a tote that easily converts to a backpack! Diane from Ooh! Pretty Colors shares a tutorial at We All Sew showing how to do it. The bag uses the same set of straps for both the backpack and tote… Read more ...

Tutorial: Upcycle a sweater into a hat, arm warmers, and scarf

December 31, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Jennifer from A Jenuine Mom shows how you can upcycle one sweater into a hat, arm warmers, and scarf set. Her tutorial is packed with options! She shows how you can make 3 styles of hats (beanie, slouchy beanie, and… Read more ...

Tutorial: Square pouf ottoman

December 30, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This squishy square pouf can serve as extra seating, an ottoman, or a small table! It’s super practical, but it’s also a pretty accent for a living room. Sew4Home shows how you can make one! The cover is made from… Read more ...

Start the new year with a clean sewing space

December 30, 2016 by Anne Weaver

The holidays always take a toll on my sewing space. All those last minute projects pile up and there’s no time to clean up in between! I’ve got felt and taffeta and batting all over the place! My sewing space… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy Tea towel Christmas stocking

December 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Paper & Stitch shows how you can sew up a Christmas stocking out of a tea towel

(or perhaps two). Tea towels are easy to find in cute designs and prints, and the simple shape of the stocking lets the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Leather wallet gift card holders

December 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Most of the little kids in our family havve grown up into teenagers and young adults, so much of our Christmas gift giving comes in the form of gift cards. I’m always on the lookout for cute ways to package… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew ugly Christmas sweater trees

December 21, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Lolly Jane shows how you can make fabric Christmas trees inspired by Ugly Christmas Sweaters. The fabric covered trees are mounted on a wood and dowel base for the trunk. Though the prints look like ugly Christmas sweaters, she… Read more ...

Video tutorial: Sock monkey softie

December 20, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Sock monkeys have been around a long time, but they continue to be a favorite. They’re just so lovable with their long limbs and goofy happy faces. If you’ve been wanting to make a sock monkey, Domenica from Easy Sewing… Read more ...

Tutorial: Casserole carrier

December 19, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Between holiday parties and family dinners, chances are you’ll be bringing a casserole dish to at least one gathering this season. Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shows how you can make a casserole carrier that’s easy to sew and easy… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Christmas Figgy pudding hot pad

December 18, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Celtic Thistle Stitches has another figgy pudding sewing project for us! This is time it’s a figgy pudding hot pad. Simple color blocking (and some fringing) on a round hot pad creates a fabric figgy pudding that is so cute… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew festive holiday banner

December 18, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Kimbo from A Girl and a Glue Gun shows how you can make a festive holiday banner, with no sewing required. Use heat transfer vinyl to add a cheery Christmas message, and colorful trims for a bit of whimsy. She… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew folded fabric Christmas ornament

December 16, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Elizabeth from simple Simon & Co. shares a tutorial at I Heart Naptime showing how you can make these folded fabric Christmas ornaments. The star design looks like patchwork but is made with no sewing at all, just folded fabric… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric Christmas trees with wooden dowel stands

December 15, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Tina from Miss Daisy Patterns shares a free pattern for making these fabric Christmas trees on wooden dowel stands. Make just one, or make a whole little forest for your mantel! They’d be pretty from quilting weight cottons, cozy flannels,… Read more ...

Free pattern: Retro camper Christmas ornament

December 15, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This mini retro camper Christmas ornament is the cutest!! Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a free pattern over at I Heart Nap Time. The applique design is made felt with stitched accents and framed in a mini embroidery hoop. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy No Slip Dish Towel

December 14, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Kimbo from A Girl and a Glue Gun shows how you can make a dish towel that will stay put when you hang it from an oven door. It’s made from a purchased kitchen towel and a pot holder, with… Read more ...