Browsing the "Sewing" Category
21 Free Leggings Patterns and Tutorials
October 29th, 2018 | by Julie Finn
Leggings are super easy to sew, very forgiving for the beginner, and best yet, when you're in charge of making them, you get to choose your favorite prints and patterns, and you get to make sure that the fit and length are exactly what you want
Handmade Review: The Passport Wallet from Fat Quarter Bags and Purses
June 11th, 2018 | by Julie Finn
My kiddos and I are now well-armed with passport wallets for our road trip to Canada this summer!
24 Free Baby Quilt Patterns
May 17th, 2018 | by Julie Finn
Baby quilts are a great intro to quilting, as their smaller size makes them a less time-consuming (and SUPER satisfying!) project to complete
Crafty Book Review: Hanging Flowerpot from Heavy-Duty Sewing
April 30th, 2018 | by Julie Finn
There's a definite learning curve to sewing with heavy-duty fabrics, but I can assure you that with the proper tools and techniques, most machines can, and do, happily handle canvas, denim, and leather
20 Bra Patterns and Tutorials to Make at Home
April 11th, 2018 | by Julie Finn
Even something as complicated-looking as a bra is quite possible to be DIYed at home
How to Sew a Sleep Mask
April 3rd, 2018 | by Julie Finn
A soft and comfy sleep mask will block any ambient light that comes your way, letting you drowse in complete darkness
How to Make Waxed Thread
March 20th, 2018 | by Julie Finn
Whether you're a bookbinder or a leather worker, want to sew outdoor-friendly projects, or are interested in macrame or jewelry making, you have a use for waxed thread
How to Make a Pincushion: 40 Projects
January 29th, 2018 | by Julie Finn
A pincushion is one of the easiest projects that you can make--and one of the handiest!
10 Free Modern Quilt Patterns to Sew
January 11th, 2018 | by Julie Finn
Asymmetry. Bold, unusual color choices. Gradients. Popular novelty trends. Remixing the classics
12 Christmas Table Runners That You Can Sew This Season
December 11th, 2017 | by Julie Finn
A Christmas table runner is an easy way to make your holiday table look a lot more festive, and if you stick to natural fabrics, especially stash or upcycled ones, it's an eco-friendly way, too!
12 Awesome Christmas Quilts That You Can Make
December 4th, 2017 | by Julie Finn
Quilts are seasonal anyway, so if you're planning a quilt, why not indulge in some holiday cheer and make an awesome Christmas quilt?
How to Make a Reversible Skirt
June 30th, 2017 | by Julie Finn
It's business on one side, and a party on the other!
Craftivism in Action: The Fighter Tee
June 21st, 2017 | by Julie Finn
Looking for a crafty way to support a great cause
Keep Cold Air Inside with a Draft Blocker
June 19th, 2017 | by Becky Striepe
You might think of a draft blocker - aka a draft dodger - as something to keep cold air out during winter months, but you can also use it to keep cold air in all summer long
DIY Swiffer Pads for Guilt-Free Sweeping
May 30th, 2017 | by Becky Striepe
Our Swiffer has been living in the closet for quite some time now, but we recently pulled it out again, and I made some DIY Swiffer pads for it!
When You Don’t Want to Spend Thirty Bucks: How to DIY a Dance Skirt
May 10th, 2017 | by Julie Finn
Something that simple is also simple to make!
How to Refashion Pants into a Skirt
April 12th, 2017 | by Julie Finn
You can sew a well-fitting skirt without knowing how to set pockets or sew a waistband or use a zipper foot or make a button hole!
Crafting for Good: Project Linus
March 24th, 2017 | by Julie Finn
Want to give traumatized or hospitalized children something secure and soft to cuddle? Check out Project Linus, which provides handmade quilts and blankets to children in need across the country
17 Ways to Reuse a Burlap Sack
March 14th, 2017 | by Becky Striepe
There are so many fun ways to reuse a burlap sack! Try out some of these creative burlap craft ideas
How to Add a Hood to a T-shirt Pattern
February 22nd, 2017 | by Julie Finn
When you’re sewing a T-shirt, adding a hood is one of the easier modifications to the pattern that you can [&hellip
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