Fat quarters are perfect for sewing projects! Fat quarter bundles are inexpensive and are a great way to get a variety of fabrics for smaller projects or quilt patterns. If you can’t find these pre-cut fabrics or want to use a certain fabric that isn’t already cut into a fat quarter, this guide will show…
Make a mini stuffed pumpkin with some felt and thread. It is so easy to hand sew these cute miniature decorations for Fall. They are so small that the stuffing is cotton balls! Here’s some ideas of how to use these hand sewn pumpkins: This is just one of our Halloween felt crafts that can…
These free printable Christmas ornament sewing patterns are easy beginner sewing projects for the holiday season. All of these handmade ornaments have free templates and an easy tutorial for fun Christmas sewing projects. Some of these DIY Christmas ornaments use a sewing machine, while others use hand sewing. So there is literally something for everyone!…
Should you pre-wash fabric before starting a sewing project? Sometimes yes, but often the answer is no. Honestly, I prewash fabric only about 20% of the time. Pre-washing new fabric is a topic of much debate among sewists and a matter of personal preference. While prepping unwashed fabric for the first time isn’t difficult, it…
This candy cane heart ornament is easy to sew with our free pattern. The large ornament is also a perfect gift topper, too! We used scrap fabric to make this handmade candy cane ornament because you don’t need a lot of fabric! This is just one of our many free Christmas ornament sewing patterns. Be…
How to create a DIY neck gaiter to keep your nose and face warm and protected! An easy sewing project to make in three easy steps! You may also like our DIY fleece neck warmer for colder weather. DIY Neck Gaiter Supplies Directions Step 1 On the fabric the 17″ side will be the length,…
This easy DIY jar opener is an easy sewing project perfect for beginners! Using simple stitches and inexpensive materials, you can quickly make a jar gripper in 15 minutes or less! Materials Used A jar opener uses fabric as well as a grippy material, such as shelf liner or rug grips. I used shelf liner…
Use an inexpensive chair pad to make a pretty purse that costs less than $2! This Dollar Tree DIY sewing project is so much fun to make to add a custom accessory to your wardrobe for each season. This clutch-style purse is such a fun DIY fashion accessory! Here are the easy instructions for using…
Bath scrubbies are great to use instead of a washcloth. Here is an easy way to sew your own mesh bath poufs to save a lot of money! Mesh bath poufs are body sponges made from mesh nylon netting. You can buy yards of this netting for just a few dollars. Then the mesh is…
This cute turkey craft for kids is an easy sewing project using felt scraps and hand stitching. Turkey Craft For Thanksgiving Holiday Thanksgiving is one of the times when the kids are home and you’re trying to figure out how to keep them entertained. This Thanksgiving turkey craft is perfect for older kids, and even…
