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Sewing pattern: Upcycled t-shirt stuffed animal

December 7, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Upcycled t-shirt stuffed animal

When kids get attached to clothes, it can be hard convincing them to give them up. Instead of donating them, turn them into soft, stuffed toys! This tutorial by Stephanie from Swoodson Says shows you how to do just that,… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Easy trick to lengthen jacket sleeves

December 6, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Easy trick to lengthen jacket sleeves

There’s nothing more annoying when it’s cold out than jacket sleeves that aren’t long enough! That little bit of exposed skin at the wrists will let all the cold air in! In fact, I prefer jackets with sleeves that are… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Felt Christmas light garland

December 6, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Felt Christmas light garland

Add holiday cheer to a mantel or doorway with this felt Christmas light garland! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom has a tutorial and a free pattern for you. It’s a cute decoration you can use year after… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Felt reindeer Christmas ornament

December 5, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Felt reindeer Christmas ornament

Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how you can sew up the cutest little felt reindeer to hang on your Christmas tree! It’s hand sewn from felt, so you won’t need a sewing machine. She’s got a free pattern for… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Easy apron for kids or adults

December 5, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Easy apron for kids or adults

These little aprons are easy to sew and make great gifts for kids and adults alike. In fact, you could make a matching set for parent (or grandparent) and child! You can find a tutorial at Welcome to Nana’s showing… Read more ...

Tips for saving money on your sewing supplies

December 5, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing is not necessarily an inexpensive hobby. All the tools and fabric you need cost money. There are ways to keep the costs down, though. Caroline from Sew Can She has some great tips for sewing on a budget, so… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Felt llama Christmas ornaments

December 3, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Felt llama Christmas ornaments

These felt llamas make adorable Christmas ornaments! You can easily customize them to match your holiday decor. American Felt & Craft has a free sewing pattern and tutorial. The sewing all just hand stitches, so it’s easy to make and… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy Fabric gnomes

December 3, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Gingercake has a tutorial for making these sweet little fabric gnomes! They’re quick to make and you can use your fabric scraps for their puffy little gnome bodies. They’d make cute Christmas ornaments. Or, since they’re filled with corn, they’ve… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: No-Sew Reindeer Hoodie

December 2, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Now that Halloween and Thanksgiving are over, it’s time to start dressing, and decorating for the winter season. Nothing says you’re ready for winter more than a reindeer. Tara from Spot of Tea Designs shows how you can make it. … Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Joy fabric Christmas wreath

December 1, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sew a soft fabric Joy wreath to hang on your door at Christmas! The wreath is made from fabric and spells the word Joy. Carla from Creatin’ in the Sticks shares a tutorial and free at Therm O Web. Click… Read more ...

Free sewing pattern: Christmas gnome softie

November 29, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sew a cute little Christmas gnome to sit on a shelf or mantel! This guy is so cute with his tall gnome hat and long gnome beard – and that funny little pom pom nose! Caroline from Sew Can She… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Turban headband tutorial & pattern (NB – adult sizes)

November 29, 2018 by Anne Weaver

A turban headband is easy to sew from knit fabric. Sew It’s Made has a tutorial showing how, and includes cutting directions to make them in sizes Newborn to Adult. It’s a great way to use scraps of knit fabric… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Santa belt coffee cozy

November 28, 2018 by Anne Weaver

As a coffee drinker, I think a cup of coffee always makes a nice gift. Staci from Crafty Staci has a tutorial for making a cute Santa belt coffee cozy that would make a great Christmas gift for friends or… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Fleece paw pillow

November 27, 2018 by Anne Weaver

This paw pillow makes a cute bedding accent for kids and tweens! It’s fun to make and the pillows are adorable! Sew Cute Patterns has a tutorial showing how to make one. Made from fleece, they’re soft to snuggle and… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Plaid wool circle skirt

November 27, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Plaid wool circle skirt

Dressing up is hard in the winter. At least, it’s hard if you want to stay warm while looking nice. A long wool skirt looks nice, but just try finding one in the store. Anna from Tea and a Sewing… Read more ...