Drawstring bags are easy to sew and can be used for many purposes from storing jewelry to bags for birthdays and holidays. One can be very imaginative in creating these bags from all different sizes to adding embellishments and one’s own style. With this step-by-step tutorial, you will learn how to sew a drawstring bag […]
Looking for a quilting project that’s quick to make but still useful? These Log Cabin Hexi Potholders from Sew Can She are just the thing to give your kitchen a quilted upgrade (and use up your leftover fabric scraps while you’re at it!). You can really go crazy with your free-motion quilting designs on these […]
If you’re going to a baby shower this season, don’t settle for giving the same old gifts that everyone else is buying. This Big Pocket Baby Clutch from Sew Can She is great for a whole number of reasons. First, it’s a way to wrap little baby shower gifts without using wrapping paper—eco-friendly options are […]
Summer is coming, and I’m loving the idea of transitioning from winter scarves to lightweight, summery cotton scarves. It’s easy to either make your own or transform a thrift shop purchase to sew your own accessories. These scarves are inspired by the Japanese shibori style. Shibori stems from Japan. It’s a technique which involves folding, […]
What can you do with just one yard of fabric? A lot, as it turns out! This 1-Yard No-Sew Midi Skirt from Melissa Esplin doesn’t even require any sewing to put together. If you have a fabric that you love but don’t want to commit to using it for a sewing project, you can still […]
Even though it’s getting warmer outside, I still look forward to having a cup of hot tea or coffee every morning. That’s why, this week, I wanted to share some adorable mug rug patterns with you! These small quilting projects make perfect DIY gifts and ensure that your kitchen table will be clear of spills, […]
I’m not sure about you, but for me, the best thing about spring are all the flowers. Especially the pink and white blossoms that cover tree branches. The great news for sewists and flower-lovers alike is that fabric flower tutorials are some of the easiest sewing projects around. Knowing how to make fabric flowers means […]
If you’re stuck in a quilting rut, why not put your talents to good use on a slightly different kind of project? This Patchwork Turtle Softie from Swoodson Says has the look of a patchwork quilt, but no batting is required! This is a great way to use up your leftover fabric scraps—I personally think […]
Does your family usually get together for Easter? For me, it’s one of the only times that the whole family comes together to celebrate, the others being the standard Christmas and Thanksgiving. It’s usually a big event with a giant meal served in the early afternoon and all the little kids of the family running […]
Easter is almost here! Your to-do list for the big day may already include finding the right treats for kids, tracking down some cute decorations, and squeezing in a haircut for everyone in the family. You’re already busy, but have you thought about what you and your daughter will wear this year? Don’t panic! Instead […]
