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Free Sewing pattern: Little girls Nova Dress with triangle cut out back

July 2, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Ari from Max California made this fabulous little dress for her daughter, and she shares a pattern and tutorial as part of the 30 Days of Sundresses series (hosted by Melly Sews). The front has a simple bodice with triangle… Read more ...

Tutorial: 10-minute grocery bag holder

July 2, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Plastic grocery sacks multiply like rabbits! At least around my house they do. Rather than just sending them to the landfill, I hold on to them to get at least one more use out of them before they’re trash. Grocery… Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrap fabric bracelets

July 2, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Your fabric scraps can become beautiful jewelry, like these colorful fabric bracelets. Vanessa from LBG Studio shares a tutorial showing how to make them. Wear one, or three, or more! They also make great gifts, so while you’ve got the… Read more ...

Free pattern: Knit shorts for boys or girls

July 1, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Stephanie from The Crafty Kitty shares a free pattern at Birch Fabrics blog for these kids knit shorts. They’re longer shorts, coming nearly to the knee, with a faux fly and an elastic waist. They’re quick to sew up. Make… Read more ...

Free Sewing pattern: Mori Girl Sundress for little girls

July 1, 2015 by Anne Weaver

The Mori Girl Sundress by Kataryna from Sew Chibi is a fun take on a simple peasant style dress. She shares a free pattern and tutorial for making them on her blog. She color blocks them from gingham and brightly… Read more ...

Selling your handmade items? Here’s how to figure a fair price.

June 30, 2015 by Anne Weaver

If you sew, sooner or later someone is going to suggest you sell your handmade items. It’s a compliment for someone to say that things you make are nice enough for someone to spend money to have them. But what… Read more ...

Tutorial: Shirt collar tote bag

June 29, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Somewhere in the depths of my sewing studio, I have a small collection of button up shirt collars and cuffs. They’re left over from earlier shirt refashion projects. I didn’t have the heart to throw them away, so I held… Read more ...

Tutorial: Personalized pieced name pillow

June 29, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Heather from The Sewing Loft shows how you can make a personalized name pillow like this one. These are so fun for finishing off a kids bedding set! Or, make one for your porch or living spaces, with a word… Read more ...

Tutorial: How to make a PVC lemonade stand

June 29, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Simple Simon & Co. shows how you can make this PVC pipe lemonade stand. The frame is constructed from PVC pipe sections you can get at the hardware store. The curtains are made from a yard of home dec weight… Read more ...

Tutorial: Burlap coffee bag ottoman

June 29, 2015 by Anne Weaver

This burlap coffee bag ottoman by Ananda from A Piece of Rainbow does double duty. It’s a piece of home decor and a place to prop your feet. I’m loving the combination of the printed burlap and the bright tassels! … Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Perfect knit play dress for little girls

June 28, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Melissa from Sew Like My Mom created the perfect knit play dress for her daughter, and she shares a free pattern for it with her readers. It’s a sleeveless dress with a simple round neck and high waist. You can… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew 4th of July stars and stripes tank

June 28, 2015 by Anne Weaver

This flag back tank would be so cute to wear to a 4th of July picnic or concert. Anne from WobiSobi shares a tutorial at I Love To Create showing how you can make one, with no sewing required. She… Read more ...

Free pattern: Easy to sew vintage inspired hair wraps

June 27, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Sew4Home shows how you can make these vintage-inspired hair wraps. Just tie them to fit and you’ve got a cute way to pull your hair back. They’re super easy to make and use just two long strips of fabric. If… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Easy ruched linen maxi dress

June 26, 2015 by Anne Weaver

This linen maxi dress is made for summer! It’s an easy to wear one piece outfit. All you need to look pulled together is a pair of cute sandals and an eyecatching necklace. Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shows how you… Read more ...

Tutorial: 4th of July pocket tees

June 26, 2015 by Anne Weaver

The 4th of July is a little over a week away, but there’s still time to whip up some cute patriotic t-shirts to wear. Melissa from Polkadot Chair shows how you can make these flag pocket tees and also a… Read more ...