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…
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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…
Felt Carrot Garland Easter Craft
Learn how to make an adorable felt carrot garland Easter craft to use to as an Easter decoration at home, for a party and more! This step-by-step tutorial guides you every step of the way. To me, Easter crafts are the best possible way to kick off my spring crafting season. Today’s easy craft idea…
How to Sew Mitered Corners (The Easy Way!)
Learn how to sew mitered corners with this easy method that produces polished, professional results every time! Use this step-by-step photo tutorial to guide you every step of the way. Sewing mitered corners used to intimidate me–until I learned a clever shortcut method for making the task a breeze! Today, I’m going to show you…
Fabric Yo-Yo Tutorial with Free Printable Templates
This easy fabric yo-yo tutorial is a great way to use up fabric scraps. Templates to make three different fabric yo-yo sizes and full step-by-step instructions included! As you might imagine, I have accumulated quite a stash of fabric scraps over the years. Today I’m sharing one of my favorite ways to put those scraps…
Stuffed Easter Bunny Sewing Pattern
This stuffed Easter bunny sewing pattern is an easy sewing project that is perfect for using scraps from your stash! Free PDF pattern pieces are included with step-by-step instructions. Stitch up a sweet little Easter bunny softie to tuck into the Easter basket of a special child, or to use as a darling addition to…
Keepsake Handprint Pillow
This handprint pillow class project is a great keepsake idea for teachers and parents. A great project for a school fundraiser or silent auction! As a mama who is active in our school’s PTA, I am always looking for a fun class project idea to make in my kids’ classes for fundraisers, Teacher Appreciation Week,…
DIY Portable First Aid Kit
Always be prepared with this handmade portable first aid kit! Continue reading for this DIY tutorial for how to sew a small first aid kit to take on the go. As a mom, I always try to be as prepared as possible for unexpected injuries and boo-boos, and I like to have a portable first…
DIY Jack-o-Lantern Halloween Pillow
Accent your Halloween decor this year with an easy DIY Halloween pillow or two! This DIY Jack-o-Lantern Halloween pillow is an easy sewing project made with a pre-made felt cutout piece, and a pillow like this one can be made for a fraction of the price of many pricey ready-made throw pillows. Continue reading for…