There are a lot of free dress patterns floating around the Internet (we even have a few, ourselves!), but nothing quite beats the satisfaction of being able to make your own dress completely from scratch, without needing to hunt down the exact pattern you need. Well hold on to your hats, because Elena from Randomly […]
Here’s the nightmare scenario: it’s a rainy day and the kids are stuck inside, bored. Usually this is a recipe for trouble, but with this Monster Finger Puppets Pattern from Swoodson Says, your kids can kiss their boredom goodbye! Transform fabric scraps into cute little monsters and aliens. Your kids can have fun drawing a […]
It’s usually hard to successfully incorporate usable pockets into a women’s shirt, but this Paulie Pocket Top from Lladybird manages to do the trick! Fashion meets functionality in this comfy and colorful top. A sewn shirt like this would be perfect for running a quick errand—no need to take a purse, just throw your essentials […]
I must admit, one of the reasons I wanted to learn to sew was to make my own purses and bags. (Luckily, as an editor of AllFreeSewing, I get to see a lot of free sewing patterns.) Honestly, every time I go to the bag section of a store there are always so many options […]
We all have that one pair of jeans that we just can’t bear to part with, even though we’ve outgrown them. I know that once I fall in love with a pair of jeans, I will literally wear them until they’re patched, frayed, or basically falling apart. However, if you’re like me and hate throwing […]
Although winter definitely has its downsides—hello, snow-shoveling and icy roads—the truth is that I usually spend the rest of the year thinking about how much I love all of the cute accessories that come along with it. You can’t exactly wear a hat and scarf in the middle of July (unless you’re willing to get […]
One of the wonderful things about Christmas is that so many people around the world have been celebrating it with their families for generations. This results in fun traditions that maybe we don’t always know the source of, but we do them every year, regardless. I love listening to stories of how the older generation […]
Today’s post is something festive and fun! This is the time of year where all I want to do is curl up on the couch and watch Christmas movies. With all of the holiday happenings that go on this time of year, it can be hard to think about what you’d like to start sewing […]
I definitely could define my style as being a bit on the feminine side. Frills, lace, florals—you name it—I‘ve probably worn it at some point this week. So I’m always bummed out each year when winter rolls around and suddenly it’s too cold to wear anything except the chunkiest sweater you can find and a […]
It’s Tips and Tricks Tuesday, and today Kaylee Pope will be sharing with us her favorite ways to re-upholster old or thrifted furniture for a fresh, new look! This is a great, inexpensive way to transform your entire living area into a completely different space. Read on, and get excited to put your DIY skills […]
