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Tutorial: Reusable fabric snack bags

June 28, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Summertime is picnics and play dates, which means lots of take-along snacks. Lindsay from The Cottage Home shows how to make reusable snack bags from fabric. They’re perfect for dry snacks like crackers, Goldfish, etc. Wash them and use them… Read more ...

Tutorial: Double pot holder with pockets

June 27, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Why do they make pot holders so small, when pans tend to be so big? Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how you can make a generously sized double oven mitt. There are pockets at either end to… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Easy upcycled t-shirt dress

June 27, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Beckie at Infarrantly Creative shows how you can make this cute 4th of July dress out of upcycled t-shirts. She found all of the shirts she needed at the thrift store (including the one with the 4th of July design… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Simple all-purpose fabric headband

June 27, 2016 by Anne Weaver

SewVery shows how you can make a simple all-purpose headband out of knit fabric. It’s wide on top but pleated at the bottom so it’s comfortable at the base of your head. The stretch of the knit will help the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a summer sling bag

June 26, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Amy from Ameroonie Designs shows how you can sew a Summer Sling Bag to take along on your summer adventures. Whether you’ve got travel plans or will be spending the summer around town, this bag is lightweight and easy to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Recycled jeans patchwork bag

June 25, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Recycled jeans make beautiful patchwork! And Jill from Creating My Way To Success used that recycled denim patchwork to make an awesome for herself. She shares a tutorial showing how. The strap is a recycled jeans waistband (how clever is… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: No-sew shoulder tied t-shirt

June 25, 2016 by Anne Weaver

You don’t have to sew to make a great looking summer top! Anne from WobiSobi shows how you can make this shoulder tie t-shirt, with no sewing required. Start with a plain boxy tee, and cut and tie to make… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a wrist pincushion

June 23, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine shows how you can make a pincushion you can wear on your wrist. The pincushion has a pretty flower shape and is big enough to hold plenty of pins and needles for your… Read more ...

Free pattern: Fleece butterfly softie

June 22, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This fleece butterfly softie is soo cute! You can sew one yourself using a free pattern that Alicia from Felt With Love Designs shares at Sew Mama Sew. Don’t worry if you’ve never made a softie before because this pattern… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Stars and Stripes 4th Of July hot pad

June 20, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Staci from Crafty Staci shares a free pattern for her Stars and Stripes hot pad. It’s the hot pad of the month for June. The star in the corner is made with English paper piecing. If you’ve wanted to learn… Read more ...

Tutorial: Picnic blanket tote bag

June 20, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Make a picnic blanket tote bag to take with you to summertime picnics, park days, and firework displays! Bonnie from Whisk ‘Em shares a tutorial at Sugar Bee Crafts showing how you can make one. Keep it in the trunk… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Perfect fit & flare dress, no pattern required

June 17, 2016 by Anne Weaver

What is the perfect dress for you? For me, it’s one that’s comfortable and makes me feel pretty, and one that can be dressed up or down as needed. This fit & flare dress by Autumn from It’s Always Autumn… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Fabric and tulle flower headbands

June 15, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Kristyn from Lil Luna shows how you can make these fun and adorable fabric flower headbands. They’re layered from fabric circles, gathered up tulle, a fabric yo yo, and a pretty button. You make each one unique by changing up… Read more ...

Free pattern: Men’s pajama shorts for Father’s Day

June 15, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Here’s a free sewing pattern that would make a perfect Father’s Day gift! Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a tutorial for making men’s pajama shorts. They have a loose fit, side pockets, and come down to the knees. The… Read more ...

Tutorial: 10-minute pillow covers

June 15, 2016 by Anne Weaver

10 minutes is all it takes to give your living room a makeover! You can do it by just creating some new pillows for your couch and chairs. You’d be surprised how much that can do to give a whole… Read more ...