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 sweet 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! While this sewing project is very easy, it does have a lot…
No pattern is needed to make this easy DIY neck gaiter to keep your nose and face warm and protected! Make it in three easy steps! To make a gaiter, you need jersey fabric because it is stretchy. I like these colorful jersey fabrics. Helpful Tips for Making A Neck Gaiter How to Sew a…
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. When I saw this bee chair pad in the Dollar Tree, I knew I wanted it! The…
These cute witch hat pencil toppers are perfect for Halloween! Hand sew these pen toppers with felt and our free pattern. This is a great Halloween craft for kids! And they are perfect for giving as non-candy Trick or Treat gifts. If you love using pencil toppers and pen toppers, be sure to see our…
Bath scrubbies are great to use with shower gel 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…
This easy felt Halloween garland is so simple to make with felt and our free pattern. You can customize the color choices. We love this spooky orange, black and dark purple color scheme. How to Make a Felt Halloween Garland Supplies Directions Step 1 Download, print and cut out the free Halloween garland pattern. Trace…
This cute turkey craft for kids is an easy sewing project using felt scraps and simple 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…
These patriotic plant picks are the perfect way to add Americana decorations to your home. The star picks can be used for Fourth of July or Memorial Day. Make a few star plant picks to add to your houseplants, floral arrangements or table centerpieces. You could also use these as star wands! Just add lots…
