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Video tutorial: Post mastectomy camisole

October 26, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Melissa from Melly Sews and Blank Slate Patterns shares a video showing how you can sew a camisole designed for women to wear post mastectomy surgery. Women recovering from a mastectomy can’t lift their arms for several weeks, which can… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fringed blanket scarf

October 26, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Perhaps you’ve been seeing blanket scarves making their reappearance this fall. They’re a beautiful way to layer for the cooler weather, and the plaid just feels like fall. Staci from Crafty Staci shows how you can make one! The sewing… Read more ...

Free pattern: Woodland bunny softie

October 25, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Have you seen the new stitchable cork from DMC? Oh, the possibilities! Shauna from Shwin & Shwin used it to sew up this sweet woodland bunny softie. AND she’s sharing the pattern for free! You can see how cute… Read more ...

Tutorial: How to sew a plastic bag holder

October 25, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Are plastic bags taking over your house? Merissa from Little House Living shows how you can sew a bag holder to corral all of your plastic bags. The bag holder has a hole at the top where you can stuff… Read more ...

Tutorial: Crazy cat lady Halloween costume – no sewing required

October 25, 2016 by Anne Weaver

I wasn’t planning on dressing up for Halloween this year – but I think I just found my costume anyway! How can this crazy cat lady not dress up… like a crazy cat lady?!? Amy from Mod Podge Rocks has… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sweet retro drawstring bags

October 24, 2016 by Anne Weaver

These drawstring pouches, y’all! Are they not the cutest? Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugarshares a tutorial for making them. Start with a couple of cute retro prints, and add in some pretty trim and a little crocheted applique. … Read more ...

Free Sewing Pattern:: Cowl neck raglan t-shirt

October 24, 2016 by Anne Weaver

I don’t know about you, but I’m LOVING cowl necks this season! I think I could wear them every single day if I had enough of them. Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a versatile cape-scarf for fall layering

October 23, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This cape-scarf is the ultimate fall layering scarf! With arm holes cut into the wide scarf, you can wear it as a million different ways! Okay, a million might be an exaggeration but it is super versatile and stylish for… Read more ...

Tutorial: Use hot glue to patch holes in your jeans

October 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Wear a pair of jeans long enough, and you’ll get a hole in them. Depending on where the hole is, it might give the jeans a cool distressed look. (Or they may have come from the store distressed.) But some… Read more ...

Tutorial: Figgy pudding appliqued tea towel

October 21, 2016 by Anne Weaver

It might be October, but it’s not too early to start your Christmas sewing! Celtic Thistle Stitches shows how you can make a Christmas tea towel with a figgy pudding applique. It’s sure to bring holiday cheer to your kitchen… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric covered bead necklace

October 21, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Pretty fabric makes pretty jewelry! Virginia from Gingercake shares a tutorial at Sew Mama Sew showing how you can create a fabric covered bead necklace. The necklace is made from a tube of fabric and wooden beads. Add a tassel… Read more ...

Tutorial: Leopard kitty cat Halloween costume

October 21, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Dana from MADE created this adorable leopard cat costume for her daughter. Her costume is made from leopard print t-shirt and leggings, and the cutest little kitty ear headband! The t-shirt and leggings are easy to make from knit fabric,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Table runner with interchangeable inserts

October 20, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Staci from Crafty Stacishows how you can make a table runner that you can change with the seasons. It’s made from a plain canvas table runner (you can buy one ready made, or make one yourself) with clear vinyl… Read more ...

Free pattern: Train conductor Halloween costume

October 20, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shares a free pattern for making an adorable train conductor costume. She designed it for her son, who loves Thomas the Train. The costume includes a conductor’s hat and matching overalls. The pin striped … Read more ...

Tutorial: Make shoe covers to complete your Halloween costume

October 19, 2016 by Anne Weaver

They say shoes make an outfit, right? That’s true for Halloween costumes, too. Create Kids Couture shows how you can create shoe covers to finish off a costume. The tutorial shows how to trace the shoe to make the pattern,… Read more ...