Learn how to sew accessories or how to quilt accessories from these project roundups, tips, and tutorials.
Throughout my life, I’ve been designer-addicted. Cute, girlish, and ultra-useful, two designers in particular–Kate Spade and Vera Bradley–have dominated my purse, bag, and travel accessory collection. Knock-off patterns from AllFreeSewing have helped me fuel this obsession on budget-friendly paths, and I can’t imagine my life without Kate Spade and Vera Bradley lending me their iconic […]
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 […]
If you’re new to sewing, finding sewing projects for beginners can be a very daunting task. Part of you will probably want to make something really cool (which looks complicated), and the other part of you just want to make a simple pin cushion. When you’re staring out, I think it’s important to consider the […]
Have you ever gotten lost in your own purse? You know what I’m talking about. Like when you’re checking out at the grocery store and are holding up the line because you can’t find your wallet in your giant bag. Or when you want to reapply lipstick during a dinner date but can’t find the little tube in the […]
When you shake your purse, do you hear the jangling of loose change? I definitely do. As hard as I try to keep it all in my wallet, it just gets too bulky after a while and I end up tossing what’s left over into my purse. If that sounds like your reality, too, you […]
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 […]
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, […]
How cute are these DIY Headbands from Sew Can She? The bright colors are perfect for spring, and we’re loving how the bow contrasts with the rest of the band. If you’re looking for some DIY hair accessories to spice up your daily routine, you’re gonna want to work these up—Caroline shows us three easy […]
What do you do when your reliable pair of flats is getting a little worn on the inside, but you’re too attached to them to get new ones? Spice them up with some DIY shoe inserts, of course! These Easy Sherpa Shoe Inserts from Me Sew Crazy are just the thing to transform a simple […]
Got a case of cold toes? This House Shoes Tutorial from Four Square Walls is just the thing, whether you hate stepping on a freezing floor first thing in the morning or if you don’t like walking around the house barefoot. If you make a few loose-fitting pairs, it’s also a great option to offer […]
