Gift cards are such a convenient holiday gift idea, but let’s be honest: they can seem a bit impersonal. Stitching up a fabric Christmas tree gift card holder will solve that problem, lickety split! This simple tutorial is so easy to make (even for beginners), and you can use scraps of fabric from your stash…
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20+ Christmas Sewing Projects to Make
The holiday season is the perfect time to sit down at your sewing machine to whip up something fun! Today, I’ve rounded up more than twenty terrific Christmas sewing projects to make. There are so many wonderful Christmas sewing ideas here for all skill levels. You are sure to find something you love in this…
Pocket Chair Backer Sewing Tutorial
Add a functional pop of personality to a plain-Jane chair by stitching up a pocket chair backer with my easy DIY sewing tutorial. These chair backers include a handy pocket for holding anything you like: notebooks and other school supplies in a classroom, coloring books and crayons at a kids’ holiday table, or even homework…
Black Cat Softie Sewing Pattern
It is often said that black cats bring bad luck, but today I’m sharing some cute little kitties that are sure to scare up nothing but fun! These adorable black cat softies require just two small scraps of fabric and about a half hour or so to make, and they are perfect for using as…
Fall Leaf Embroidery Hoop Art
Fall is certainly my very favorite time of year, and I am always on the lookout for easy DIY fall decor projects to add a touch of the season to my home. Today, I’m sharing a super easy fall decor craft project that requires just a few basic supplies and only a half hour or…
10 Must-Know Sewing Tips
Make every sewing project a success by following these 10 essential sewing tips and tricks. Great information for beginners and pros alike! Regardless of whether you are new to sewing or are a seasoned sewing veteran, there are so many important things to keep in mind to make your sewing projects a success! I’ve compiled…
Yo-Yo Embellished Straw Clutch
Learn how to embellish a straw clutch with easy DIY fabric yo-yo’s for this simple handmade accessory idea. This is a great way to use fabric scraps to create a unique clutch handbag to carry! I love to have a small clutch handbag to carry along on date nights with my husband or girls’ nights….
25+ Best Gifts to Sew
Sewing gifts is a joy with these great sewing project ideas. These 25 gifts to sew include ideas for everyone on your gift list! Sewing gifts is one of my favorite things to do when a special occasion like birthdays, holidays, and graduations come around. Sitting down at my machine to stitch something handmade is…
55 Easy Sewing Projects for Beginners
These 55 easy sewing projects for beginners are a great way to practice your sewing skills while making something fun! This collection of free sewing patterns is perfect for beginners and experienced sewers alike! Let me picture it: you just got a new sewing machine, and you are wanting to try your hand at making…
How to Sew Openings Closed by Hand with a Ladder Stitch
A ladder stitch is the very best way to sew openings closed by hand! Learn how to hand sew a ladder stitch with this step-by-step photo guide. If you ever have wanted to make a pillow but have been intimidated by the hand stitching involved, today’s tutorial for how sew a ladder stitch (sometimes called…