A yard of fabric is the length of the fabric, not the width. Therefore, a yard of fabric can be different in size based on the width of the fabric. The length of the fabric is always measured and cut off the bolt in a yard measurement or fraction of a yard. How Big is…
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: How To Sew Mini Felt Pumpkins Supplies The supplies list is…
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. Felt Poinsettia Ornament This beautiful poinsettia ornament…
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…
