I’ve gotten a lot of questions about my upcycled kaftan or poncho shirts. I thought many of them could be best answered by seeing them on a real person. I didn’t have a model readily available, so you get me with my camera and tripod. I want to do a product Q&A soon, so if […] The post Awkwardly Modeling My Upcycled Shirts appeared first on SubEarthan Cottage.| SubEarthan Cottage
There are a lot of interesting, easy, and useful ways to upcycle cross stitched pieces, but one of the most interesting, easiest, and most useful is the cross stitch bookmark.| Crafting a Green World
A chambray dress, a thrifted flannel, and a $1 hula skirt—see how we turned them into cozy, no-sew scarecrow costumes for Halloween.| Simple Made Pretty
Welcome to Showcase Sunday, where we share the gorgeous projects you all have been making using Aurifil threads. Want to be featured? Please remember to tag us @aurifilthread and include the h…| auribuzz
Learn about the TrueSharp 2 Power Rotary Blade Sharpener and how it can help you keep your blades cutting cleanly and smoothly—without| Patchwork Posse
Are you a fan of quilt retreats? Love sewing away the day with other quilters? This is your shot to come to| Patchwork Posse
Ready to escape without ever leaving home? The Quilt-Away Virtual Retreat is your chance to hit pause on the everyday hustle and| Patchwork Posse
Learn about pre-wound bobbins and why they might just become your new favorite sewing supply. If you’ve ever run out of bobbin thread in the middle of quilting, or spent extra time winding several bobbins| Patchwork Posse
Make a spooky ghost pillow in under an hour with this free pattern! Perfect for Halloween decor and a fun way to use up fabric scraps..| Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom by Jamie Sanders
-This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. I receive a small commission at no cost to you when you make a purchase using my link.- | 5 Little Monsters
The fabric marking tools I reach for most often, what I like about each one, and a few things to watch out for before marking your next project.| The Polka Dot Chair
I finished sewing the scrappy Australian Aboriginal quilt blocks on Saturday and then added the final border piece and sewed a victory lap this Morning. It’s a nice throw size quilt. I had th…| agilejack
Learn how to upcycle an old dress to make matching girl and doll skirts! A fun way to extend the life of a cute dress and a great beginner sewing project. Hello Crafty Friends! Today I’m sharing a fun way to make matching girl and doll skirts by using an old dress that may no... The post DIY Matching Girl and Doll Skirts appeared first on Crafting Cheerfully.| Crafting Cheerfully
Learn how to turn a girl’s dress into a cute skirt. This is a simple way to extend the life of a dress that is still in great condition! Hello Crafty Friends! Today I’m sharing a sewing tutorial for turning a girl’s dress into a skirt. My daughter grows so quickly, I’m always looking for... The post How to Turn a Dress into a Skirt appeared first on Crafting Cheerfully.| Crafting Cheerfully
Create a cozy sleeping bag for your favorite 14.5" doll! Made with soft flannel, this sleeping bag rolls up and has a built-in pillow! Free pattern to follow to create your own doll sleeping bag.| Crafting Cheerfully
Sew a charming fabric crown perfect for birthdays, dress-up, or pretend play. This easy tutorial walks you through each step—no serger required—for a fun, beginner-friendly sewing project. The post How to Sew a Fabric Crown appeared first on The Crafty Blog Stalker.| The Crafty Blog Stalker
Recently, my friends at Missouri Star Quilt Company invited me to participate in a really fun challenge called “Rock the Block: Quilting Style.” The idea is to make two different quilt blocks; the first is your “go-to” block, using a pattern and color palette that you often gravitate towards – something that reflects your usual... The post Rock the Block Quilting Challenge appeared first on Amy Latta Creations.| Amy Latta Creations
Welcome to Showcase Sunday, where we share the gorgeous projects you all have been making using Aurifil threads. Want to be featured? Please remember to tag us @aurifilthread and include the hashtags #Aurifil and #AurifilThread. However, kindly note that solely relying on hashtags might cause your work to be overlooked. Instagram has made it a tad trickier lately […]| auribuzz
Learn how to sew fall mug rugs with this sewing tutorial. These quilt as you go mug rugs are easy to sew and turn out beautifully. Fun sewing tutorial and project. The post Fall mug rug sewing tutorial appeared first on Life Sew Savory.| Life Sew Savory
Check out my new fall sweatshirts sewn from free pdf patterns. Use the provided free patterns and tutorials to sew fun fall sweatshirts in sizes for kids and adults.| Life Sew Savory
Do not even try to imagine how tickled I was when I figured out I could send each of my kids a corny, pun-themed care package that matched the color of the college merch that I could make for them, because your imagination will not even come close to how tickled I actually was.| Craft Knife
So yes, I DID violate the IP of the kid's college by recreating their school logo in fabric and appliqueing it to a decorative pillowcase, buuuuuut I also own several pieces of properly licensed merchandise purchased from the school bookstore, AND by the time she graduates I'll have paid the school far more than my own personal net worth in tuition.| Craft Knife
It’s time to finish the 2025 Block of the Month – Hidden Gems in Patchworkers Plus! This has been a wonderful year| Patchwork Posse
Learn how to sharpen your quilting skills without the overwhelm! I’m so excited to share that I’ve teamed up with some amazing quilt designers and teachers for the Quilt Skills Academy Bundle. This is your| Patchwork Posse
Welcome to Showcase Sunday, where we share the gorgeous projects you all have been making using Aurifil threads. Want to be featured? Please remember to tag us @aurifilthread and include the hashtags #Aurifil and #AurifilThread. However, kindly note that solely relying on hashtags might cause your work to be overlooked. Instagram has made it a tad trickier lately […]| auribuzz
Welcome to Showcase Sunday, where we share the gorgeous projects you all have been making using Aurifil threads. Want to be featured? Please remember to tag us @aurifilthread and include the hashtags #Aurifil and #AurifilThread. However, kindly note that solely relying on hashtags might cause your work to be overlooked. Instagram has made it a tad trickier lately […]| auribuzz
Welcome to Showcase Sunday, where we share the gorgeous projects you all have been making using Aurifil threads. Want to be featured? Please remember to tag us @aurifilthread and include the hashtags #Aurifil and #AurifilThread. However, kindly note that solely relying on hashtags might cause your work to be overlooked. Instagram has made it a tad trickier lately […]| auribuzz
Welcome to Showcase Sunday, where we share the gorgeous projects you all have been making using Aurifil threads. Want to be featured? Please remember to tag us @aurifilthread and include the hashtags #Aurifil and #AurifilThread. However, kindly note that solely relying on hashtags might cause your work to be overlooked. Instagram has made it a tad trickier lately […]| auribuzz
Learn how to make a zippered bag charm inspired by the shape of a Disney mouse with our free sewing pattern!| The Polka Dot Chair
This is "Switchback" a byAnnie bag pattern that I made for Island Batik (Lumin Fabrics) October challenge. It was a challenging bag to make. However, the directions are fantastic and when you take it slow and follow them, the bag turns out great! The fabric is from the Frosted Folliage collection by Tiffany Hayes. #islandbatikambassador #islandbatik #iloveislandbatik @luminfabrics @aurifil @aurifilthread #aurifil #aurifilthread @Oliso @olisohome #olisoconnects #createwitholiso @SCHMETZneedles...| Quilting Gail
Learn how to craft beautiful dresses with this essential dressmaking guide. Perfect for both new and experienced sewists. The post Make Your Own Dress Patterns To Fit appeared first on Jessie At Home.| Jessie At Home
We finished our fall membership drive at work yesterday. I’m very glad to see the end of it. It is the final full length drive I will do before I retire. I celebrated my 30 year anniversary of raising money for public broadcasting yesterday. A rough calculation shows me that I’ve been responsible for over … Continue reading "Aboriginal Progress and Hectic Work"| agilejack
A few months ago I was gifted a good size box of Australian Aboriginal fabric by a fellow blogger, Julie at She emailed me and told me she had decided to destash all of her Aboriginal fabrics and t…| agilejack
The history of the Lady's Companion is closely tied to the needlework box, an essential item in a woman’s belongings by the mid-19th century.| Tatter
Learn how you can use the EQ program without leaving your home. There are now online EQ classes available - three total! I was able to work through class #1 - it's a fantastic place| Patchwork Posse
What could be more cheerful than a bright sunflower? I used scraps of fabric from my new Sunny Honey Collection with Andover Fabrics to create a whimsical Sunflower T-Shirt. Download the free pattern to create your own! Finished Size: 7.5” diameter sunflower Fabric Requirements:(5) 5” squares of yellow fabric (I used Sunny Honey)(2) 5” squares... The post Sunflower T-Shirt appeared first on Amy Latta Creations.| Amy Latta Creations
Celebrate sewing with this Simple Spools Quilt! Download the free pattern and get started on your next quilt today!| Amy Latta Creations
In 1972, a family friend gifted this Nutrine box to my maternal uncle for his birthday, and originally it was filled with toffees. As it emptied, like the fate of most chocolate or biscuit tins in South Asian families, my grandmother filled it with sewing accessories - spools of thread brought by my great-grandfather from Singapore many years earlier in 1953.| Museum of Material Memory
And depending on your specific decorating vibe, you can use your Halloween quilt all year--I certainly do!| Crafting a Green World
Learn how to make a simple, easy quilted pillow cover from a log cabin quilt block. Free pattern for a basic log cabin quilt block.| The Polka Dot Chair
how to create puff embroidery sewing tutorial. Puff embroidery is so cute and fun and easy to create. Everything you need to get started| Life Sew Savory
Here's a quick peek at some boho upcycled shirts I've made. They're flowy and oversized to be one size fits most. I'll have them in the shop soon with all the dimensions and details listed. In the meantime, if you see one you like, feel free to contact me about it now. They're $60+ $45+| SubEarthan Cottage
I had a very big epiphany recently… and it was for me a very radical one. For years… decades? I mean how long have there been online pattern companies who sell a PDF pattern. A long time. I am that person who would print out the pattern at home and then spend the better part […] The post Sometimes Monday | 9.22.25 first appeared on As Kat Knits.| As Kat Knits
At least for decorative pillows! If you're sewing a pillow for a bed, do yourself a favor and check out the "magic" pillowcase tutorial.| Crafting a Green World
Learn how to make a braided key ring with this quick and easy sewing tutorial. This is a fun project to whip up with fabric scraps, ribbon, or strips of fabric you already have on| Patchwork Posse
Easy No-Sew Appliqué with Cricut Machine Learn How to Create No-Sew Appliqués to Easily Dress Up Your DIY Wardrobe with a Cricut Machine. When it comes to fashion, appliqué is everywhere right now! Big brands are selling sweatshirts, totes, and even denim with patchwork-style designs. Instead of paying $80 for one piece, you can make your own at home with fabric... Read On → READ:Easy No-Sew Appliqué with Cricut Machine| Sweet Red Poppy
It started two years ago, on a street in Dublin. They have a cool program where notable historical figures get a little bio on walls. The key part was this: She invented a unique uncrushable linen …| Heidi Waterhouse
Another week. another Friday. We bore witness to more gun violence and marked another September 11. and … Thinking about and grateful for … community and the opportunities it provides for sharing grief, hope, and love. I attended the monthly …| mere-et-filles
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Turn an inexpensive IKEA rug into a stylish and sturdy tote! Easy DIY sewing tutorial shows how to make a tote from a small fabric rug.| Orange Bettie
learn how to sew a boxy side zip pouch with this tutorial. Cute boxy sides and a great shape, this zip pouch is adorable and functional. Simple sewing tutorial and easy zipper sewing. The post Boxy Side Zip Pouch tutorial appeared first on Life Sew Savory.| Life Sew Savory
This simple tote bag tutorial is a fun and different way to sew a tote. The easy method is fun and functional and creates a lined bag.| Life Sew Savory
Quilting is such a tool and supply intensive hobby and I don't have my own dedicated space. I have a small sewing corner in the game room/family office and storage is a massive problem for me. My supplies are sprinkled throughout the house, and a lot of my tools sit on my sewing table where they should theoretically be right at hand to use. The problem is that I am constantly battling piles and tossing them about in my space. When Sports Authority closed over the summer, I asked my daughter...| Three Owls Handmade
In March I wrapped up a lap size 2" hexie EPP quilt; I am pretty sure I neglected to blog pics of the finished quilt, so maybe I will get around to doing that soon. I felt a bit lost, and so I started sewing some 2" 60 point diamonds in Elea Lutz Milk, Sugar, and Flower. I quickly realized that a mini wasn't going to be big enough to satisfy my enthusiasm, and so I resigned myself to making a twin size quilt for my youngest daughter.| Three Owls Handmade
Recently, I had the opportunity to test a fun new EPP hand sewing pattern called The Hexie Box by Amber Crawley. Amber asked me to test the large 7" box, and I knew it was the perfect project to use some of my stashed Sweet as Honey fabric.| Three Owls Handmade
I'm very excited to announce the release of my new Pouch with a View pattern. It's been a whirlwind week of samples and testing! Take a peek here at the pouches my friend Ellyn tested and made in about 18 hours, including one with a teeny, tiny pieced hexies WIP she had on hand.| Three Owls Handmade
From happiness, of course! Because LOOK at it!| Craft Knife
This quilt is made with directions from the Picture Patchwork book by JoAnn Lepore. #islandbatikambassador #islandbatik #iloveislandbatik @luminfabrics @aurifil @aurifilthread #aurifil #aurifilthread @Oliso @olisohome #olisoconnects #createwitholiso @SCHMETZneedles #schmetz #schmetzneedles #sewjospecial @sewjospecial.| Quilting Gail
This quilt is made with directions from the Picture Patchwork book by JoAnn Lepore. #islandbatikambassador #islandbatik #iloveislandbatik @luminfabrics @aurifil @aurifilthread #aurifil #aurifilthre…| Quilting Gail
I looked back at my blog and realized that my last post was April 20. that’s just a little over four months ago. I’m a little surprised it’s been that long. The time has flown by.…| agilejack
In most months, this would be my last TGIF post until next month’s Hello. This year, though, August is giving us four weeks and five weekends. I have community meetings spread across four wee…| mere-et-filles
Sew a superhero pillow with this fun DIY project! Using comic book fabric and simple sewing techniques, you’ll create a colorful pillow that’s perfect for kids’ rooms, play spaces, or handmade gifts. The post How to Sew a Superhero Decorative Pillow appeared first on The Crafty Blog Stalker.| The Crafty Blog Stalker
Sew a mini tote bag that’s just the right size for toddlers to carry their favorite toys, snacks, or treasures. This beginner-friendly project is quick to make, practical, and adorable—perfect for little hands or as a handmade gift. The post How to Sew a Mini Tote Bag for a Toddler appeared first on The Crafty Blog Stalker.| The Crafty Blog Stalker
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Prepping and sewing these puff quilt pieces is a LOT of work, but when you finish, you're a third of the way to a finished quilt!| Crafting a Green World
My list of my must-have sewing tools. list of sewing tools I can't live without will inspire you to see which ones are your favorites| Life Sew Savory
This Harvest Star Pillow Project will get your home ready for the autumn season. Grab the free pattern today!| Amy Latta Creations
We have one of the cutest projects yet for you this time. Today on Beginner Sewing Projects, we are going to show you How To Make A Bear Out Of A Sock With Free Pattern! I was looking to make something a little different recently and I came across this free pattern. I have made...| Beginner Sewing Projects
Hello lovelies! If you follow me on all the socials, you know I owe you a quick how-to on this: But, I haven't written it yet. I apologize. I did want to let you know, though, that I added some new planners/journals to my shop. There's a Meal Planner, a Reading Journal, and a Fitness| SubEarthan Cottage
Tbh, I'm not sure if the kid really even wanted a puff quilt that much, ahem, or if she was just expressing admiration for them and then I jumped on it because it looked like a cool thing to make.| Craft Knife
If you love quilting and advent calendars, you’ve come to the right place! I design a custom Advent Calendar every year, and| Always Expect Moore
Sew a dolman babydoll dress from this free sewing pattern. Tons of sizes from 4-18 years and a super simple sewing pattern and tutorial.| Life Sew Savory
This is a Retreat bag. Made from a free pattern from Emmaline Bags. See my blog for more information. #islandbatikambassador #islandbatik #iloveislandbatik @luminfabrics @hobbsbatting #hobbsbatting #hobbsinside @aurifil @aurifilthread #aurifil #aurifilthread @Oliso @olisohome #olisoconnects #createwitholiso @SCHMETZneedles #schmetz #schmetzneedles #emmalinebags @emmalinebags| Quilting Gail
Never pass up those vintage sheets at the thrift store. You get a lot of fabric at a low cost and there are tons of ways to upcycle them.| Sadie Seasongoods
If you’ve ever wanted to make your own shoes, espadrilles are the way to go. You just create the shoe upper and sew it to these $20 soles. I’ve created a very simple, beginner friendly mule pattern that is both quick and satisfying to make. All you need to know is how to chain and…| delia creates
learn how to embroider a logo above a pocket to create a custom work shirt. Also tips for creating a custom logo through digitalization. Pocket logo embroidery can elevate any shirt.| Life Sew Savory
Puff quilts are very on-trend right now, and I know this because my very on-trend teenager asked me for one.| Crafting a Green World
Learning how to crochet is challenging, but these beginner crochet projects make it easy. I went from beginner crochet to amigurumi dolls in a matter of weeks!| First Day of Home
Happy Tuesday! I wanted to share a little bit of what I'm working on right now. I'm mostly working on moving prep and taking care of our toddler, but there has been some sewing too. Not as much as I'd like, but I know that is temporary!| In Color Order
Learn how to sew a zippered pencil pouch with this free sewing pattern. Grab some fun fabric- canvas, vinyl, puffy quilt, etc and sew up the perfect size pencil pouch for school or home. Printable PDF pattern and tutorial here in this post.| Life Sew Savory
This post is sponsored by Baby Lock but all opinions are my own. I get asked quite often if I sew with my kids and the answer is YES! I have 4 kiddos ages 12-4 currently and while it is tricky to f…| The Sara Project
Learn how to make a tote bag with this basic sewing tutorial and lots of tips additions. Pockets, fabric and sizing help as well. Gorgeous bags for summer| Life Sew Savory
sew a tank romper for kids from a free sewing pattern. This tank romper free pattern is so cute and perfect for summer, grab the free pdf and get sewing.| Life Sew Savory
Looking for an easy sew project that’s practical, fun, and perfect for summer? This beach cover-up sewing pattern ticks all the boxes.| Sustain My Craft Habit
Learn how to make a scrunchie - this easy method for making scrunchies can be hand sewn or machine sew. An easy projects for beginners and fabric scraps!| Red Ted Art - Kids Crafts
While sewing can be a lot of fun, the fabric and other supplies can quickly add up. Here are some smart ways you can save money on fabric crafting.| Creative Cynchronicity
Check out tis easy way to resize a tank. What a clever idea, and the tutorial is easy to follow as well. Great idea!| My French Twist
Learn how to make DIY rhinestone jeans with Bling on a Roll. It’s a fun, simple project that turns plain denim into something a lot more eye-catching. Last week, my husband took our daughter, Allie, back to school shopping, just the two of them. Isn't that so cute?! While they were out, they found these... Read More The post DIY Rhinestone Jeans Tutorial for Beginners appeared first on The Crafty Blog Stalker.| The Crafty Blog Stalker
Create a striking focal point for your handmade pillow by using a Dresden Plate. Grab a template and a pack of 5” stackers, and you’re ready to make your own masterpiece. How to Make a Dresden Plate Pillow Cover Although this design may look complicated, it’s actually really easy to create a Dresden Plate! Then,... The post Dresden Plate Pillow Cover appeared first on Amy Latta Creations.| Amy Latta Creations
Making ornaments is a fun and festive way to use up your fabric scraps. This project allows you to feature up to six different fabrics as you piece together a six-pointed star. How to Make| Amy Latta Creations
I haven’t done much sewing this week. Work has been busy and our winter membership radio drive started Thursday. So the next week will be hectic. I’ve played pickleball five of the last seven days, which has been my winter so far. I’m really happy I have access to an indoor facility and am having … Continue reading "Thinking and Changing My Mind About Black Fabrics"| agilejack
I decided this weekend that the one thing I wanted to accomplish was this brown, not so brown, quilt that’s been on my design wall for a couple weeks. The blocks are big so it all went together pretty quickly and I had it completed Sunday afternoon . It’s not really very brown. It’ has … Continue reading "Brown, Not So Brown"| agilejack
I’ve been sewing for 40 + years, and I’ve learned a lot along the way. Years of mistakes, successes, and detours taught me not only techniques but also how to approach projects, how to spot and dea…| The Daily Sew
This year, perhaps more than ever, many of us are looking for ways to transition to a more sustainable lifestyle. We’ve all read headlines about the amount of waste that is generated world-wide over the holiday season. So with the holidays fast approaching, I thought I’d share with you some easy sewing projects for a greener Christmas. The great thing… The post 7 Easy Sewing Projects for a Greener Christmas appeared first on Super Mom - No Cape!.| Super Mom – No Cape!
Learn how to make your own hanging travel organizer bag with this foldable sewing pattern. Beginner-friendly, customizable, and great for gifts or travel.| Scratch and Stitch
I hate every hemline on every pair of shorts ever sold in stores. I feel like this is a universal experience that unites us all, yes? Why is the hemline on| Crafting a Green World
Learn how to sew a reusable fabric tissue box cover and say goodbye to ugly tissue boxes! This is the perfect scrap busting beginner project. The post How to Sew a Fabric Tissue Box Cover first appeared on Sarah Hearts. The post How to Sew a Fabric Tissue Box Cover appeared first on Sarah Hearts.| Sarah Hearts
Learn how to make a paper chain using fabric! Plus we've included a tutorial for making extra large bows. Together they make perfect party decor. The post How to Sew a Fabric Paper Chain and Large Bows first appeared on Sarah Hearts. The post How to Sew a Fabric Paper Chain and Large Bows appeared first on Sarah Hearts.| Sarah Hearts
Whip up this fun American Flag Pouch using the free PDF pattern, just in time to celebrate the 4th of July!| Amy Latta Creations
