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Tutorial: Doily heart tote bag

March 29, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Jessica from Cutesy Crafts shows how you can make this doily heart tote bag. You can start with a purchased tote like she did, or make one from scratch and then add the doily heart. Click below for her tutorial:… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Swim cover-up or kimono top from a scarf

March 29, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Mayra from So Sew Easy shows how you can make a swim cover-up or kimono top from a scarf. You’ll need a large scarf, one that ‘s 6-7 feet long and 20 to 30? wide. The drape and the print… Read more ...

Tutorial: How to make a pacifier clip

March 29, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Pacifier, binky, dummy… whatever you call it, eventually it ends up on the floor. That is, unless you’ve got it on a pacifier clip. Then, it only drops as far as the clip reaches. The clips are easy to make,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Add an elastic back panel to a bodice

March 28, 2016 by Anne Weaver

An elasic panel on the back of a bodice adds flexibility to the fit. This is so awesome, because who ever stays exactly the same size from week to week? It’s also a good solution for kids who are growing,… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Braided knit fabric headband

March 28, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Don’t throw away your scraps of knit fabric! Cat from Mary Martha Mama shows how you can turn them into a cute braided headband. The stretch of the knit fabric helps keep the headband fitting snug on your head, and… Read more ...

Free pattern: Easter bunny bucket basket

March 25, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Heather from The Sewing Loft shares a free pattern for making an Easter bunny bucket basket. The shape is perfect for an Easter egg hunt, with plenty of space to hold the eggs as they’re found. It would also be… Read more ...

Tutorial: Repurposed jeans denim baskets

March 24, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Tammy from Taylor Made Homestead shows how you can repurpose an old pair of jeans into these denim fabric baskets. Use them as unique and reusable gift bags, or use them around the house to organize your small stuff. You’ll… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple burp cloths with mini pom pom trim

March 24, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Got a baby shower invite and need cute gift inspiration? These burp cloths would make an awesome gift, and they’re easy to make from pre-folded diapers and strips of accent fabric. Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. shares a tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ric rac Easter egg pillow

March 24, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Denise from DIY Crush shows how you can make this ric rac Easter egg pillow. The pillow itself is a simple envelope style pillow cover. The Easter egg applique has rows of ric rac zig zagging across it to make… Read more ...

Tutorial: Midi pencil skirt

March 24, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how she makes a midi pencil skirt. It’s made from knit but she doesn’t rely on just the stretch of the fabric for the shaping. The side seams follow the curves of her hips,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Cute sock bunny softies

March 24, 2016 by Anne Weaver

These sock bunnies are a quick but cute Easter craft. Tina from Miss Daisy Patterns shows how you can make them. You can give them each their own personality by changing up accent colors or adding bows or other embellishments.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Coiled rope handle tote bag

March 23, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can make this tote bag with a coiled rope top and handles. The process for making the top is similar to making a coiled rope basket, but without the… Read more ...

Free pattern: Fabric covered bread basket

March 23, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern for making a bread basket cover to keep your rolls warm while you eat dinner. The basket cover is made to fit over an 8″ bread basket, and has insulated flaps… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make leggings in 6 easy steps

March 18, 2016 by Anne Weaver

LiZ from Simple Simon & Co shows how easy it is to make a pair of leggings. It takes just 6 easy steps from start to finish. You can make them in any size – all you need is a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Travel laundry bag made to fit your suitcase

March 18, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Vacation begin with suitcases full of clean clothes just waiting to be worn. But by the time the trip is over, most of those clothes will be dirty. Rather than trying to rummage around for a plastic bag to pack… Read more ...