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This design is super easy and fun to make! The Tangerine foldover clutch material used here is from Abuja, Nigeria. I love the paint splatter effect. The recessed zipper and the magnetic snap secures your belongings and helps with the sleek look.

DIY Nursing Cover

By:- Vikalpah

An easy sewing project that is perfect if you are searching for an easy DIY gift for your friend or sister or daughter to (....more)

Tags:- foldover clutch tutorial, diy purse, sewing, repurpose, upcycling, handmade purse, tutorial, clutch, sewing,

Ever wondered how they make those lovely 3D Christmas trees, well here I take you through how to make a lifesize one from fabric. Time to make about 4 hours from start to finish.

Tangerine Foldover Clutch Tutorial

By:- LaCartera

This design is super easy and fun to make! The Tangerine foldover clutch material used here is from Abuja, Nigeria. I (....more)

Tags:- Christmas, Lifesize Fabric Christmas Tree, Dotty Bobbin, How to make a Christmas Tree, Christmas crafts, Easy Sewing Projects, Christmas Sewing Projects

Using only four placemats (12×18) La Cartera created a tote bag, wristlet and mini clutch. Check out the tutorial!

Lifesize Fabric Christmas Tree

By:- dotty bobbin

Ever wondered how they make those lovely 3D Christmas trees, well here I take you through how to make a lifesize one from (....more)

Tags:- recycle, upcycle, repurpose, textitle, tutorial, clutch, wristlet, tote bag, placemats

Now that we are in spring and summer is close, it is a good time to make one cushion designs inspired by nature

mini clutch wallet tutorial and more

By:- LaCartera

Using only four placemats (12×18) La Cartera created a tote bag, wristlet and mini clutch. Check out the (....more)

Tags:- free tutorial, flower cushion, nature, felt, easy, patterns, sew, sewing

Some leftover material and a bit of time…. a very useful sewing project, especially when you misplace your hairband as often as I do!

Free Tutorial. Flower cushion

By:- victoriapolo

Now that we are in spring and summer is close, it is a good time to make one cushion designs inspired by (....more)

Tags:- hairband,hair accessories,sewing,handmade,hand stitched,cross stitch,by hand,icancu

Mug rugs are super easy to make, they can be made using your favorite techniques (hand or machine), they make great gifts, and they can be decorative as well as functional. Most of all, they are so much fun!

Quick & Easy Hairband DIY Tutorial

By:- martinasteinsberg

Some leftover material and a bit of time.... a very useful sewing project, especially when you misplace your hairband as (....more)

These little mug rugs can be used for so many things. Many people use them to hold their

Tags:- valentines mug rug, valentines sewing, mug rug tutorial

This is the Made in a Snap Bag – and its a quick and easy bag pattern and the latest in the ‘My First Bag’ series. It’s a good bag for beginners to bag-making, although it can be just a little bit tricky in one place, but if you are careful, you can do a good job on this one.

Valentine’s Day mug rug

By:- So Sew Easy

Mug rugs are super easy to make, they can be made using your favorite techniques (hand or machine), they make great gifts, (....more)

Tags:- bag pattern, easy bag pattern, bag, purse, purse pattern, easy purse pattern

This is a simple lined tote bag with a boxed bottom, easy to complete in just 30-45 minutes at a pretty low cost. I’ve made a toddler size but this can easily be adjusted for an adult size too. The tote is great for carrying around books, magazines or toys but in this particular case it will be wond

Made in a snap – easy bag pattern

By:- So Sew Easy

This is the Made in a Snap Bag - and its a quick and easy bag pattern and the latest in the 'My First Bag' series. It's a (....more)

Tags:- halloween, halloween crafts, halloween sewing, tote bag tutorial, tote bag sewing tutorial

All it takes is two yards of fabric to make the perfect blanket, bib, and burp cloth for baby!

Halloween tote bag tutorial

By:- petroneagu

This is a simple lined tote bag with a boxed bottom, easy to complete in just 30-45 minutes at a pretty low cost. I’ve (....more)

Tags:- bib, burp cloth, blanket, flannel, baby, sewing, tutorial, soft, gift

There is a ton of information on the web about t-shirt quilts. Some is fairly accurate, some is not. I’ve been making t-shirt quilts for about 2 years now. I started out not knowing a thing about it really, but ended up making a fairly nice quilt with just a few issues.

DIY Tutorial – Baby Bundle: Sew a bib, blanket, and burp cloth

By:- Jennifer Dawn

All it takes is two yards of fabric to make the perfect blanket, bib, and burp cloth for baby! Tags:- bib, burp (....more)

Tags:- t shirt quilts, quilting, sewing,

Here’s a quick tutorial on adding casing ON TOP of a garment to insert ties! Ribbon gets sewn together with a piece of elastic. Great for alternatives to belts or sashes since the wearer can dress and undress with the elasticized ribbon in place.

Creating a T-shirt Quilt: Part 1

By:- FreckleDots

There is a ton of information on the web about t-shirt quilts. Some is fairly accurate, some is not. I've been making (....more)

Tags:- sewing tutorial, diy

Create a personalized fabric bowl cover so that you can tote your side dishes to potlucks and barbecues in style.

Add casing for elasticized ribbon ties

By:- whimsycouture

Here’s a quick tutorial on adding casing ON TOP of a garment to insert ties! Ribbon gets sewn together with a piece of (....more)

Tags:- bowl cover, bowl cover tutorial, fabric bowl cover, sewing tutorial

The Wrap Top is loosely based on the original Wrap Dress pattern that has been downloaded thousands of times and been the most popular pattern on the site so far. This ‘It’s a Wrap’ top has taken some of the best elements of that dress and turned it into a blouse with a few variations that

Reusable fabric bowl cover tutorial

By:- petroneagu

Create a personalized fabric bowl cover so that you can tote your side dishes to potlucks and barbecues in (....more)

Tags:- wrap front top, top pattern, wrap front top pattern

DIY Tutorial: Learn how to make this easy Triangle Leather Pouch.

Wrap front top pattern

By:- So Sew Easy

The Wrap Top is loosely based on the original Wrap Dress pattern that has been downloaded thousands of times and been the (....more)

Tags:- Triangle leather pouch, leather tutorial, DIY leather pouch, leather coin purse, how to make a leather pouch, how to make a leather purse, printed leather pouch

DIY: Triangle Leather Pouch

A handmade toothbrush wrap to take on your travels, upcycled from a facecloth!

DIY Tutorial: Learn how to make this easy Triangle Leather Pouch. Tags:- Triangle leather pouch, leather tutorial, (....more)

Tags:- upcycling, travel, sewing

Step-by-step video tutorial for how to sew a wrist pin cushion so you can always keep those pins close at hand! See the quick video version or sew along with me every step of the way.

Handmade Facecloth Toothbrush Wrap

By:- buttonsandpaint

A handmade toothbrush wrap to take on your travels, upcycled from a facecloth! Tags:- upcycling, travel, (....more)

Tags:- tutorial, how to, sewing, pin cushion, sewing for beginners,

This handy tote bag has lots of great features and optional extras to keep your organised. It also has a handy expanding feature to keep the bag trim when you don’t carry much, and expand it out when you have enough ‘stuff’ for the kids too.

Video Tutorial for How to Sew a Wrist Pin Cushion

By:- EasySewingforBeginners

Step-by-step video tutorial for how to sew a wrist pin cushion so you can always keep those pins close at hand! See the (....more)

Tags:- bag pattern, tote pattern, nautical bag pattern, nautical tote

Here is a top made from a too big sweater. The edges are finished with lace. I think it turned out very cute.

Expanding nautical tote bag pattern

By:- So Sew Easy

This handy tote bag has lots of great features and optional extras to keep your organised. It also has a handy expanding (....more)

Thanks for looking,

Anshu

Tags:- sweater refashion, refashion tutorial, sweater upcycle

7 year old Annelies has her own blog to inspire other children to do machine sewing. Here she explains how to make a peg bag from baby clothes in 10 minutes flat!

Sweater To Top Refashion Tutorial

By:- bloomsandbugs

Here is a top made from a too big sweater. The edges are finished with lace. I think it turned out very cute. Thanks (....more)

Tags:- children sewing, peg bag, sewing tutorial, Bambino Bobbin, Dotty Bobbin

This maxi skirt has 3 tiers and the option to have the bottom tier with horizontal or vertical stripes. Comfy elastic waist and plenty of volume for swishing about. Keep it long for an elegant look. It looks good in wide or narrow stripes but of course, you don’t have to use a stripe

Upcycling how to make a peg bag from baby clothes in 10 minutes by a 7 year old!

By:- dotty bobbin

7 year old Annelies has her own blog to inspire other children to do machine sewing. Here she explains how to make a peg (....more)

Tags:- skirt, skirt pattern, maxi skirt, maxi skirt pattern, striped skirt, striped maxi skirt

How to easily sew leather: Simple tips & tricks for leather crafts.

Moved to tiers striped maxi skirt pattern

By:- So Sew Easy

This maxi skirt has 3 tiers and the option to have the bottom tier with horizontal or vertical stripes. Comfy elastic (....more)

Tags:- tips series, working with leather, how to sew leather, how to sew leather, sewing leather, leather sewing tips, leather craft

Leather Sewing Tips and Tricks

Sew your own adorable whale pillow pal! This whale of a tale will make naptime so much more fun!

How to easily sew leather: Simple tips & tricks for leather crafts. Tags:- tips series, working with leather, how (....more)

Tags:- whale pattern, plush whale pattern, pattern for kids, plush animal sewing pattern, plushie pattern, toy pattern, pillow pattern, under the sea pattern, softie pattern

How to sew cute ruffle trim girl skirts with those leftover trims that you have lying around your sewing room

Sew a cute whale pillow pal

By:- Sew Cute Patterns

Sew your own adorable whale pillow pal! This whale of a tale will make naptime so much more fun! Tags:- whale pattern, (....more)

Tags:- sewing, tutorial, skirt, girls, dress

This is a tutorial to make a quilted pocket purse.

Ruffle Trim Lace Girls Skirts

By:- avisiontoremember

How to sew cute ruffle trim girl skirts with those leftover trims that you have lying around your sewing room Tags:- (....more)

Tags:- sewing, quilting, purse, gift idea

Perfectly versatile for your next summer holiday, this maxi dress easily turns into a maxi skirt. Make your own sewing pattern following the easy directions. You’ll have a new dress AND skirt in one weekend of sewing!

Quilted pocket purse DIY Tutorial

By:- Trixie Lixie

This is a tutorial to make a quilted pocket purse. Tags:- sewing, quilting, purse, gift (....more)

Tags:- sewing, dressmaking, maxi dress, maxi skirt, summer, fashion

Step by step guide on how to make mittens from an old, recycled sweater

Free Maxi Dress / Skirt Sewing Pattern

By:- SewinLove

Perfectly versatile for your next summer holiday, this maxi dress easily turns into a maxi skirt. Make your own sewing (....more)

Tags:- how to make mittens, sweater tutorial, recycle old sweaters, make mittens from a sweater

Given that spring is well and truly on the way now, I thought it would be good to make a tropical-themed skirt for those warm summer evenings out. I’ve used Batik fabric for both sides of this reversible skirt. You can, of course, use other fabrics of similar weight and texture, but I like the exoti

How to Make Mittens from an old Sweater

By:- FiberArtsy

Step by step guide on how to make mittens from an old, recycled sweater Tags:- how to make mittens, sweater tutorial, (....more)

Tags:- reversible skirt pattern, free skirt pattern

Clear vinyl bags or pouches are very handy for sorting and storing small sewing supplies. You can quickly see what is in all of the bags without having to open them. But sometimes you need bigger bags and ones with a totally closed top. So give it a try with a zipper and a small gusset at the bottom

Bali the reversible skirt pattern

By:- So Sew Easy

Given that spring is well and truly on the way now, I thought it would be good to make a tropical-themed skirt for those (....more)

Tags:- bag, bag tutorial, vinyl bag, clear vinyl bag, vinyl zipper bag

Simple tips & tricks for leather craft. Part 1: Choosing the right leather for your project.

Clear vinyl zipper bag tutorial

By:- So Sew Easy

Clear vinyl bags or pouches are very handy for sorting and storing small sewing supplies. You can quickly see what is in (....more)

Tags:- leather craft, tips series, working with leather, how to sew leather, sewing tips, sewing tutorial, leather tutorial

Easy working with Leather – Tips Series

My latest free sewing pattern release is for this easy-to-sew Wear Everywhere Knit Dress. Made for knit fabrics with a moderate stretch, this dress has just two pattern pieces, the sleeves are already built in and its easy to fit to your shape. A perfect beginner sewing pattern.

Simple tips & tricks for leather craft. Part 1: Choosing the right leather for your project. Tags:- (....more)

Tags:- dress, sew, sewing, free, pattern, tutorial, stretch, knit, easy, beginner

A step by step tutorial on how to create a denim storage basket. All you need is an old pair of jeans and some minimal sewing!

Free dress pattern – easy to sew

By:- So Sew Easy

My latest free sewing pattern release is for this easy-to-sew Wear Everywhere Knit Dress. Made for knit fabrics with a (....more)

Tags:- Denim, upcycle, storage

Undies, underwear, unmentionables, pants, panties, knickers, bloomers, drawers, briefs, etc. Whatever you call them, we all need them and wear them – but not many of us have ever tried to sew our own – until NOW ! And I’ve made a free pattern so you can all make your own to show off.

DIY Tutorial – Denim Storage Basket

By:- buttonsandpaint

A step by step tutorial on how to create a denim storage basket. All you need is an old pair of jeans and some minimal (....more)

Tags:- lingerie, undies, panties, underwear, pants, pattern, tutorial, free

Make a handy little pin cushion from a baby food jar.

Sew your own undies – free pattern and tutorial

By:- So Sew Easy

Undies, underwear, unmentionables, pants, panties, knickers, bloomers, drawers, briefs, etc. Whatever you call them, we (....more)

Tags:- baby food jar, craft, sewing, pin cushion, handy, cute, tutorial

The first of a series of twelve Star Quilt Block of the Month tutorials by Curlicue Creations and featuring Robert Kaufman fabrics.

DIY Tutorial – Baby Food Jar Pin Cushion

By:- Jennifer Dawn

Make a handy little pin cushion from a baby food jar. Tags:- baby food jar, craft, sewing, pin cushion, handy, cute, (....more)

Tags:- Curlicue Creations, Jennifer Thomas, star quilt block, quilt tutorial, star quilt, how to quilt, Robert Kaufman, Superstar quilt block

Searching for baby shower gift idea? Here is a DIY idea .Learn how to make a nursing cover for the expecting mom.

DIY Tutorial Star Quilt Block of the Month – Superstar

By:- curlicuecreations

The first of a series of twelve Star Quilt Block of the Month tutorials by Curlicue Creations and featuring Robert (....more)

Tags:- Nursing cover,DIY, easy sewing crafts

Convert an old favourite skirt into a stunning new bag. Follow step by step instructions

How to sew a Nursing Cover

By:- Vikalpah

Searching for baby shower gift idea? Here is a DIY idea .Learn how to make a nursing cover for the expecting (....more)

Tags:- recycle, bag, eco bag, shoulder bag, sew, reuse, applique

Let your imagination run free, and try this purse tutorial. This super easy tutorial is fun. Make different looks from this one tutorial. I also reveal my secret design template too.

Recycle a skirt into a bag

By:- VickyMyersCreations

Convert an old favourite skirt into a stunning new bag. Follow step by step instructions Tags:- recycle, bag, eco (....more)

Tags:- handmade purse, tutorial, make a purse, sewing, purse design, hand bag, purse, diy purse

An easy to sew bag with no zippers or closures. Simply follow the instructions to sew the fabric part of the bag and slip it over the frame. The frame can be removed and used with a different cover

Paisley Park Purse Tutorial

By:- LaCartera

Let your imagination run free, and try this purse tutorial. This super easy tutorial is fun. Make different looks from (....more)

Tags:- bag, bag pattern, free bag pattern, ruffled bag, ruffled bag pattern

Brighten up your coffee table, dinner table or entry way with this Spring applique and quilted mug rug, placemat or table protector for your vase of Spring flowers. Full tutorial and template included. Perfect for beginners.

Free Bag Pattern – the Ruffled and Ready Bag

By:- So Sew Easy

An easy to sew bag with no zippers or closures. Simply follow the instructions to sew the fabric part of the bag and slip (....more)

Tags:- spring, free pattern, sewing, mug rug, tutorial, quilting, applique, bright,

Make this easy and stylish table runner to add a elegant touch to your table setting.

Spring Mug Rug

By:- So Sew Easy

Brighten up your coffee table, dinner table or entry way with this Spring applique and quilted mug rug, placemat or (....more)

Tags:- table runner, DIY, sewing, spring table, table setting, runner, easy DIY

One common feature that most bags will have is some kind of volume. The volume at the bottom in a bag with boxed corners can be created 3 different ways. Two are similar, one is different. Let’s take a look how to do it with these 3 methods for boxing corners on bags.

DIY Table Runner

By:- TheArtBug

Make this easy and stylish table runner to add a elegant touch to your table setting. Tags:- table runner, DIY, (....more)

Tags:- bag boxing, bags, bag tips

This is a dress pattern from the Very Easy Vogue range and is made from the most amazing Liberty of London Fabric. More details about the pattern and how to make the dress is available on my blog, I’d love for you to visit!!

3 methods for boxing corners on bags

By:- So Sew Easy

One common feature that most bags will have is some kind of volume. The volume at the bottom in a bag with boxed corners (....more)

Tags:- handmade dress, Liberty of London, Very easy Vogue

A perfect project for the beginner seamstress. :)

Handmade Liberty of London Dress

By:- ditsy-tulip

This is a dress pattern from the Very Easy Vogue range and is made from the most amazing Liberty of London Fabric. More (....more)

Tags:- shirt dress, dress, shirtdress, how to, sew, sewing

Here’s a quick and easy tutorial on how to upcycle two placemats into a cute bow clutch purse. Designed for only the essentials you need to carry to a wedding or night on the town.

How to Sew a Simple Shirt Dress Easy DIY Sewing Tutorial

By:- kait

A perfect project for the beginner seamstress. :) Tags:- shirt dress, dress, shirtdress, how to, sew, (....more)

Tags:- tutorial, placemats, bow clutch purse, upcycle, sewing, bow clutch design, sewing crafts, fashion

This Valentine’s Day wear something sweet or something racy, just like this sexy dress pattern. This dress comes with a warning! Be careful. You may struggle to keep your partner’s hands off you when wearing it!

Upcycled Bow Clutch DIY Tutorial

By:- LaCartera

Here’s a quick and easy tutorial on how to upcycle two placemats into a cute bow clutch purse. Designed for only the (....more)

Tags:- sexy dress pattern, free dress pattern

Quick and easy to sew, the perfect baby burp cloth pattern – so I am told. Not too big, not too small, and shaped to fit at the neck. This one is Mom-Approved!

Something sweet, something racy…..a free sexy dress pattern

By:- So Sew Easy

This Valentine's Day wear something sweet or something racy, just like this sexy dress pattern. This dress comes with a (....more)

This also includes a video tutorial where I’ll show you how to sew up three at a time, making these very quick. Pick some nice fabrics an

Tags:- baby burp cloth, burp cloth, burp cloth pattern

Make this heat bag to ease aching muscles or to keep your feet warm & cosy! Make one or two for yourself or make one for a friend. Includes link to gift tags too.

The perfect baby burp cloth pattern

By:- So Sew Easy

Quick and easy to sew, the perfect baby burp cloth pattern - so I am told. Not too big, not too small, and shaped to fit (....more)

Tags:- Heat Bags, Heat Packs, Wheat Bags, Rice Bags

Sew a basic flared skirt without a pattern. It can be customized to any size.

Heat Bag Tutorial

By:- jodyscraftycreations

Make this heat bag to ease aching muscles or to keep your feet warm & cosy! Make one or two for yourself or make one (....more)

Tags:- sewing, clothing, skirt, Marvel, pattern, fabric, fashion,

Create a unique swirly twirly skirt in a flash with something pinched from Grandma’s linen closet…

Custom Flared Skirt

By:- thechillydog

Sew a basic flared skirt without a pattern. It can be customized to any size. Tags:- sewing, clothing, skirt, Marvel, (....more)

Tags:- refashion, diy circle skirt, clothing tutorial, diy,easy skirt how-to

The latest sewing pattern from So Sew Easy is a free t-shirt pattern for the Twist Front Top. It’s a sexy halter top that can also be a dress if you’d like to extend it. Designed for knit fabrics, this top crosses over at the front and the little keyhole at the front gives an interesting look.

Create your Own – The Instant DIY Circle Skirt

By:- Confessions of a Refashionista

Create a unique swirly twirly skirt in a flash with something pinched from Grandma's linen closet… Tags:- (....more)

Tags:- sew, sewing, tutorial, free pattern, sewing pattern

Super easy tutorial on making cloth napkins for everyday use. These are great little napkins to dress up your dinner table. When dinner is over, just toss these into the laundry for next time. Environmentally friendly, economical, and also a quick project when you need some last minute gifts.

Twist Front T-shirt pattern

By:- So Sew Easy

The latest sewing pattern from So Sew Easy is a free t-shirt pattern for the Twist Front Top. It’s a sexy halter top (....more)

Tags:- Curlicue Creations, Jennifer Thomas, napkin tutorial, how to make napkins, cloth napkins, easy sewing, kitchen linens, eco friendly, green

Learn how to easily trace a sewing pattern onto leather, with some simple tips & tricks for leather craft.

Greener Napkins for Everyday Living

By:- curlicuecreations

Super easy tutorial on making cloth napkins for everyday use. These are great little napkins to dress up your dinner (....more)

Tags:- leather craft, tips series, working with leather, tracing patterns, how to sew leather

Easy working with Leather Tips

The same as you can sew a facing to the neckline or armhole of a dress to get a neat finish and hide the raw edges, you can also sew a facing to the hemline of a circle skirt! Who would have thought it? But it’s not difficult and creates a beautiful finish, even on lightweight fabrics.

Learn how to easily trace a sewing pattern onto leather, with some simple tips & tricks for leather craft. Tags:- (....more)

Tags:- hem, sew a hem, circle skirt

I hear everything nautical is back in fashion this year and I couldn’t be happier. Sew this fun nautical mug rug with the template and instructions provided.

How to sew a hem facing on a circle skirt

By:- So Sew Easy

The same as you can sew a facing to the neckline or armhole of a dress to get a neat finish and hide the raw edges, you (....more)

Tags:- nautical, sea, ocean, lighthouse, boat, mug rug, table runner, coaster

Everyone needs a wardrobe of good basic skirts. Ones you can wear every day or for lots of different occasions. This Wear Everywhere Skirt fits the bill perfectly. A classic straight skirt with a single inverted pleat center front, makes this skirt easy to wear, ideal for the office, working, shoppi

Nautical Mug Rug

By:- So Sew Easy

I hear everything nautical is back in fashion this year and I couldn't be happier. Sew this fun nautical mug rug with (....more)

Tags:- skirt, skirt pattern, wear everywhere skirt, free skirt pattern

This Kimono style dress features a wrap bodice and tulip hem. What I like most about these dresses is that they grow with the kids. If they are a little tight in the body they can be easily adjusted by sewing another button at the waist.
These kimono style dresses also work well as tops and tunics.

The wear everywhere skirt pattern

By:- So Sew Easy

Everyone needs a wardrobe of good basic skirts. Ones you can wear every day or for lots of different occasions. This Wear (....more)

Tags:- kimono wrap dress tutorial, wrap dress free pattern, dress free pattern

How to fully line a skirt with a zipper, sewing everything by machine, no hand sewing, to get a great finish on the inside of your skirt.

Tulip Hem Wrap Dress Tutorial

By:- bloomsandbugs

This Kimono style dress features a wrap bodice and tulip hem. What I like most about these dresses is that they grow (....more)

Tags:- sew, sewing, skirt, tutorial

A great, simple tutorial on how to take a curtain panel and make it longer with the addition of fabric and trim

All machine skirt lining

By:- So Sew Easy

How to fully line a skirt with a zipper, sewing everything by machine, no hand sewing, to get a great finish on the (....more)

Tags:- curtains, fabric, sewing, avisiontoremember, curtain panel, designer curtain, upcycle curtain, how to, tutorial

Sometimes you need a little cover up in the evenings but not something very heavy. And if you like to wear a nice dress when going out for dinner in a restaurant with overly aggressive air-conditioning, you need something light but pretty to wear with a nice dress.
This is where a pretty lace jacke

How to Make Curtains Longer Sewing Tutorial

By:- avisiontoremember

A great, simple tutorial on how to take a curtain panel and make it longer with the addition of fabric and (....more)

Tags:- lace jacket, lace shrug, lace jacket pattern