DIY projects that focus on being environmentally-friendly have been trending all over the craft world for 2020, including eco-friendly sewing patterns and projects. Though this trend may be sweeping, it’s not new. Even back in 2017, Pantone chose Greenery as their Color of the Year to emphasize going back to nature and finding restoration and […]
During the heat of summer, you’ll think of one sweet treat to eat that will cool you down: ice cream! As a kid, I always kept my ears open for the music that the ice cream truck played and would run out to the front of the house as soon as I heard it. Now, […]
When you’re on the hunt for a professionally designed look, the last thing you want to do is leave your clothing pattern to chance. Free-handing your sewing projects, though liberating at times, can lead to some pretty devastating (and hilarious!) threadwork fails. Take the guesswork out of sewing projects with these 24 Perfect Printable Sewing […]
After moving to Chicago this summer, I’ve been looking forward to attending all of the upcoming events and creating some quick crafts. However, lately, I’ve been experiencing the problem of having a lot of stuff. Since I’ve been exploring the museums like the Shedd Aquarium and the Field Museum, I usually have my hands full of maps […]
Would you like to get to know your sewing community? Are you interested in learning basic sewing techniques, hearing stories about how sewing has changed lives, or discovering tips and tricks for starting your own crafty business? We have exactly what you’ve been looking for! We have 7 of the best quilting and sewing podcasts […]
Hello, Sewists! Do you love picnics? Well then, do we have some exciting news for you! Picnics baskets are adorable—you don’t have to tell us twice!—but actually carrying them around can be less practical than desired. Plus, unless you’re food’s all packed up in separate Tupperware containers, things can get messy in there. That’s why […]
Warm weather is finally here and we are loving every minute of it! Here are some of our most beautiful summer patterns that are absolutely perfect for the beach! Feel like a goddess in gorgeous coverups or swimsuits! Enjoy a day comfortably on the beach with simple beach blankets. Or find an awesome beach tote […]
If anyone is in dire need of some apron patterns, it’s me. My kitchen looks like a tornado went off in it after I attempt a new recipe. Melted butter is spattered on the stovetop. A lone, uncooked piece of rigatoni is crushed underfoot. Somehow an egg has been pulverized over the countertop even though I […]
When it comes to summer, there are two essentials that every woman wants from her wardrobe: we want to be comfortable without being hot, and we want effortless clothing that looks elegant. Unlike all the layering that comes with winter, summer clothes need to be functional and lightweight. If you want to look fashionable while […]
This summer, the color blue is seriously trending. Blue is one of those colors everyone loves; it looks great on everyone, there are tons of flattering shades of blue, and it works for every season. Blue is so ubiquitous that navy blue practically counts as a neutral color now, along with black and taupe. Also, […]
