Tutorial and pattern: Easy men’s bow tie

Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern to make a men’s bow tie. It’s easy to sew and you can make one in any kind of fabric depending on how dressy a look you’re going for. The bow is sewn together so you don’t need to know how to tie a bow tie to wear it. Hardware on the neckband gives it an adjustable fit. She also includes instructions for how to draft the pattern yourself, so you can easily adjust the size if needed.

Click below for her tutorial:

Easy bow tie pattern and tutorial, when you need to pull a James Bond look fast, by So Sew Easy

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!