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Free pattern: Traveler’s Tote Bag

September 9, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Dorinda from Flower Girl Designs shares a free PDF pattern for this Traveler’s Tote Bag. The roomy bag will hold your traveling essentials, and the contrast panel on the outside is a pocket. Add a little pendant to make it… Read more ...

Tutorial: Catch-all vinyl bib

September 9, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Most bibs will keep the mess off of the front of baby’s shirt, but they won’t keep it out of their laps. That’s where a bib with a little pocket comes in handy. Ashley from Make It and Love It… Read more ...

Which features should you look for in an upper end sewing machine?

September 8, 2009 by Anne Weaver

So you’ve finally decided to take the plunge and buy yourself a fancy schmancy, whizz bang, make-your-sewing-friends-jealous sewing machine. There are many models to choose from and they’re all loaded with features, features, features. Which features are a must? Which… Read more ...

sewing Tutorial: Use your scrap fabric to make shelter dog beds

September 8, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Vicki Welsh from Field Trips in Fiber has been using her scrap fabrics to make dog beds for her local animal shelter. I love this idea so much!! It made my heart sing a little to think about how her … Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a manicure kit holder

September 8, 2009 by Anne Weaver

A simple manicure kit from the drugstore becomes spa-worthy if it’s stored in a pretty case. dhbuscher.com shares a tutorial for making this fabric manicure kit holder. Go to the tutorial. [photo from dhbuscher.com] [via Junie Moon]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Mason jar pincushion and sewing kit

September 8, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Debra from Creative Ramblings shows how to turn a Mason jar into a handy pincushion and sewing kit. A little batting on the lid creates a spot for your pins, while the clear jar underneath allows you to store… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Owl softies

September 7, 2009 by Anne Weaver

The folks at The Celebration Shoppe show how to make these owl softies. I love their examples sewn up in bright, busy fabrics! Get the how-to. [photo from The Celebration Shoppe] Looking for more Softie toys to sew? Check… Read more ...

Lookie what she made: Pincushion dolls

September 7, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Quirky Dolls from Sew Simply Handmade makes these unique pincushion dolls. She gives each one a name and a unique personality, and then accessorizes them accordingly. Want one of your own? You can purchase them from her Etsy shop.… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Reversible baby sling with padding

September 6, 2009 by Anne Weaver

A baby sling provides a hands-free way to carry your baby around with you and still keep them snuggled up close. Elizabeth from Elizabeth, You Were Born to Play That Part shows how to make a reversible baby sling. There’s… Read more ...

Tutorial: Back-to-school drawstring backpack

September 6, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Julie from julie-k made this drawstring backpack for her daughter. Drawstring backpacks are a perennial favorite sewing project because they’re quick, they’re easy, and they’re practical. She followed a tutorial from Martha Stewart, but made modifications to get the look… Read more ...

Free pattern: Traveler’s Tote Bag

Tutorial: Catch-all vinyl bib

Which features should you look for in an upper end sewing machine?

sewing Tutorial: Use your scrap fabric to make shelter dog beds

Tutorial: Sew a manicure kit holder

Tutorial: Mason jar pincushion and sewing kit

Sewing Tutorial: Owl softies

Lookie what she made: Pincushion dolls

Sewing Tutorial: Reversible baby sling with padding

Tutorial: Back-to-school drawstring backpack

Video tutorial: Sewing a blind hem

Sewing Tutorial: Make a bunting from vintage hankies

Tutorial: Goofball baby toy

Sneak Peek: Nicey Jane by Heather Bailey

Tutorial: Linen apron with embroidered hem