Aprons can be both functional AND cute! We’ve rounded up some of the most darling, easy-to-follow apron sewing patterns for kids and adults, so you’ll never have an excuse not to get in the kitchen. A few years ago, I was on an apron making kick! I stitched up aprons to give as gifts to...

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If you’re looking for a special gift to sew for a new baby you may like this tutorial for a simple baby quilt and dress made from fat quarters!   I love Fat Quarters. I discovered them a couple of years ago. I think I love them for the same reason that I love pattern...

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Learn how to sew with knit fabrics.  This post is broken down into several sections, including picking knit fabrics, knit fabric project ideas, and knit fabrics sewing techniques. I hope as you read through that you’ll find something that is helpful to you and that you’ll enjoy sewing with knits!  Earlier this week, I alluded...

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Stitch up a breezy skirt to add to your summer wardrobe. Skirts are easy to construct and can be customized in so many ways. They are a stylish and fun way to stay cool this summer! Sew one for yourself with one of these women’s skirt sewing patterns. Recently my daughter and I were going...

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I am always looking for cute cover-ups to take with me to the beach or pool. One year for Spring Break, we went on a cruise, and I could not find any bathing suit cover-ups that I liked, so I decided that I’d try to make one. I’m thrilled with how it turned out and...

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Make a cute sweatshirt perfect for a casual Valentine’s Day outfit! Choose between our “love” and “heart” DIY Valentine’s Day shirt tutorials with free applique patterns! This tutorial, like many of my tutorials, started for selfish reasons. I wanted a cute sweatshirt or long-sleeved shirt to wear in February for Valentine’s day. I was about...

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After 2 boys, my little sister just found out she is having a girl! She is due this summer, and we are all ecstatic for her!! She found out when my Dad was here babysitting while we were in France, so the night before he left I packed up “the Dresses” to send to her....

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Learn how to make an infinity scarf with this free sewing pattern! This infinity scarf pattern is unique in that it does double duty as a travel scarf.  Keep reading to find out more!  Today I’m going to share a tutorial on how to make one of my “go-to” travel items, a snap-up infinity scarf.  I...

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I hope you enjoy this t-shirt pattern refashion made with Liberty of London fabric. If you like this project you may also like these DIY Fabric Headbands also made from Liberty of London Fabric.  Today I’m going to share with you the results of my “selfish sewing” initiative for the month of July. With summer...

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As my children have grown I’ve tried to adapt my sewing projects to grow with them.  This year my youngest turned 13,  when the kids were younger I used to sew for them voraciously.   I loved making little dresses and skirts for my girls for all of their special occasions, and just for every day....

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