Sewing tutorial: Strawberry coin purse, with free pattern
This little girls’ strawberry purse is adorable! Delia from Delia Creates show show you can make, and includes a free sewing pattern for you to use. It’s made from vinyl (or faux leather) and has a...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Double sided tissue pouch holder
Cold and flu season is no fun! This two-sided tissue holder has what you need when you catch a cold or bug. One side holds a pack of tissue, and the other has a pocket that can hold a mini… Read...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Easy drawstring eyeglass case
An eyeglass case is an easy sewing project that’s great for beginners! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom has a tutorial showing how to make them. They’re made from fleece, which is soft...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Dimensional rose zipper pouch
Creative smocking makes the dimensional rose on this gorgeous zipper pouch. The Shapes of Fabric has a tutorial showing how to make it. The small pouch is the perfect project to try out the rose...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: 15-minute pencil pouch
Sew a zipper pencil pouch in just 15 minutes! It’s a quick and easy project that’s fun for all levels of sewists to make. Brandy from Gluesticks has a tutorial showing how to make one. It makes a...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Color block tote bag
This big tote bag has room to carry everything you need, whether for a day at the beach, a weekend trip, or just a day packed full of errands. Caroline from Sew Can She has a tutorial and free...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Zip pouch from a candy wrapper
How cute is this little zip pouch made from a candy wrapper! Joan Hawley from Lazy Girl Designs shows how you can make one. Though I’d recommend making a bunch of them because that gives you an...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Quilted mini tote
Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can sew these adorable quilted mini totes! They’re the perfect size to hold a phone and wallet, and maybe a pair of sunglasses. There’s a large pocket on the...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Tote bag with a pleated motif
Sew a tote bag with a striking pleated panel! The Shapes of Fabric has a tutorial showing how, and even has a free PDF pattern you can download. The large pleated square plays with the diagonal...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Upcycled leather bag
Sometimes the best material for a sewing project doesn’t come from the fabric store. In this upcycle, Stephanie from Swoodson Says got all the leather she needed (and then some) from an old leather...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Quilted travel case
Summer’s just around the corner and for many of us, that means travel plans! Sew up this cute quilted travel case to keep up with your cash and important documents while you’re out exploring the...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Color block sling bag for kids
This sling bag is a simple sewing project you can make for the kids – or WITH the kids! Amy from Ameroonie Designs has a tutorial showing how to make this pretty bag. The sling bag has a fold over…...
View ArticleFree sewing pattern: Fabric and leather bag
Combine fabric and leather to sew a beautiful new bag! Mayra from So Sew Easy has a tutorial and free sewing pattern for you. Her fabric and leather bag is suitable for a confident beginner or...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Reusable microwave popcorn bag
Microwave popcorn is convenient, but it isn’t the healthiest option – and those bags just end up in a landfill. Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shows how you can make a reusable microwave popcorn...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Beach tote backpack
Got plans to go to the beach this summer? Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how you can sew a beach tote that’s also a back pack. That’ll come in handy when you’re toting all that stuff – and kids…...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Cut Fabric Letters on Bag
Use your fabric scraps to add a message to a plain tote bag! Havalah from Sisters What! shows how to do it, with no sewing required. This would make a great teacher gift, personalized with the...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Beach bag with a mesh pocket
Sew a tote to carry with you to the beach this summer! Emily from Life Sew Savory has a tutorial showing how to make this beach tote with mesh pocket to hold those sandy beach toys. And on the other…...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Lip balm holder keychain
These lip balm holders will help keep your lip balm handy! Carry one on a keychain or hook them to a zip pouch so you’ll always know where it is, no digging through your bag! Amy from Ameroonie...
View ArticleSewing tutorial: Fanny pack
I still can’t quite get over fanny packs being back in style – but they are. Just ask my 15-year-old daughter, she’ll tell you that they’re actually quite trendy. BurdaStyle shows how you can sew...
View ArticleSewing sewing pattern: Mermaid tail backpack
This mermaid tail backpack is perfect for trips to the pool! Melissa from Polka Dot Chair has a free pattern and tutorial showing how you can make one for your favorite little mermaid. Click below...
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