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Sewing swimwear need not be daunting under the gentle guidance of Chelsea Gurnoe of Friday Pattern Company. In this class, she walks you through stitching the Seabright Swimmer, a swimsuit that features a dramatically plunging neckline and optional long sleeves… Read more ... 
Fabric headbands are easy to sew and fun to wear! You can make them in a rainbow colors and print to match any outfit. This bow headband by Heather Handmade is adorable. She has a tutorial here showing how you… Read more ... 
A bandana baby bib is comfortable for baby to wear, and great for catching drool! It also happens to be an easy style of bib to sew. There’s a free sewing pattern and tutorial you can use to make over … Read more ... 
The Portsmith Tote sewing pattern is a durable everyday tote made with timeless leather straps. Features a unique reinforced envelope base and metal hardware. Made by you bragging rights!
Bag Features
– Leather straps attached with strong metal rivets
When selecting multiples we will cut as a continuous piece when possible.
4 (Large Fat Quarters) = 1 Yard
Great Condition, Comes From a Smoke Free Home.
Fabric Is 18” x 28”
*Fabric is hand cut and may vary in… Read more ... 
Sew a reversible tote bag with this easy sewing tutorial from Trash to Couture! Use it as a market tote or a pool/park bag. When you get tired of one print, just turn it inside out to get a… Read more ... 
Key to sewing clothes that look how you like is starting with the right kind of fabric. Some types of clothes look best sewn from lightweight, drapey fabrics while others look best from fabrics with more structure. With so many… Read more ... 
This wrist pincushion is the solution for when you need to keep your pins close at hand, but still out of the way. You can make one yourself from scrap fabric and supplies you probably already have on hand. Go … Read more ... 
Most hot pads are big enough for a sauce pan or small baking dish.
But when you’re using a larger dish, like for casseroles, you need a larger hot pad. This oversized hot pad from Pin, Cut, Sew Studio is… Read more ... 
Patches are a fun way to customize a bag or a garment. You can buy all kinds of cute patches
at the fabric store, or (my preference) collect them as souvenirs from trips and big events. Patches can also be… Read more ... 
It’s Always Autumn created this lovely smocked dress from a lightweight chambray. Chambray is such a pretty fabric for spring, and the look is timeless. She has a tutorial showing how she made it, using a t-shirt pattern as a… Read more ... 
This romper style coverup is perfect for beach vacations! Made from a knit fabric, it’s easy to pack. And when you get to the beach, it layers nicely over a swimsuit. The romper style and the deep V and open… Read more ... 
Don’t let board shorts chafing ruin a perfect day at the beach! Life Sew Savory has a free pattern you can use to sew a pair of boys’ board shorts with anti chafe lining. The outside is a regular pair… Read more ... 
The origami tote bag is a timeless and trendy DIY project that combines simplicity, style, and functionality. Originally designed as a market or shopping tote, this versatile bag has quickly become a favorite among crafters and eco-conscious individuals alike.… Read more ...