Stuffed Felt Alpaca
Looking for a fun, unique and affordable gift? Check out stuffed felt alpacas! These cuddly animals are made from soft, plush felt and make the perfect gift for any animal lover. This little toy can be used as a key chain, purse hook or to hang on your backpack. Looking for stocking stuffers or holiday gift ideas? Materials needed: Felt Pompoms Bakers Twine Embroidery Floss Polyfil Freezer Paper Embroidery Needles Sewing Pins Wonder Clips Scissors Stuffing tool (optional) Doll ...
Card Holder Wallet
There's a new way to carry your cards and cash. It's called a card holder wallet. With a card holder wallet, all your cards are in one place and easy to grab. Plus, your cash is safe and secure. The card holder wallet holds credit cards, debit cards, business cards, IDs, and even folded cash. It's lightweight and durable so you can keep it in your pants pocket or purse all day. Materials needed: PDF Pattern Exterior fabric 6" x 8" piece will be a good size of scrap Interior fabric 6" x 8" piece will...
Make a Basic Wallet
Having a good cash stash is essential for any emergency. Making a basic cash wallet is a great way to keep your money safe and easy to access. The good news about making a cash wallet is that it's easy to do and doesn't require any special tools. You also get to store your bank cards in the same spot so it's convenient as well. Materials needed: 1/4 yard of exterior fabric 1/4 yard of interior fabric 1/4 yard of pocket fabric 1/4 yard fusible fleece 1/4 yard SF 101 Interfacing
Lovely Oven Mitt
Do you often forget to bring an oven mitt when you're cooking? Well, never fear! With these nifty oven mitts, you'll always have a hand free when cooking. So, get some beautiful fabric from the store, and get to work! You can also gift these to friends and family that are constantly forgetting their oven mitts. Materials needed: 1 fat quarter of fabric (18” x 21”) for the oven mitt exterior* 1 fat quarter of fabric (18” x 21”) for the lining* cotton thread a 17” x 19” piece of Insul-bright insulat...
Easy to Sew Re-usable DIY Placemats
Are you looking for an easy way to add a bit of style and convenience to your dining experience? You need a placemat! And, if you're like me, you have a few old placemats that just don't cut it anymore. Luckily, you can make re-usable and adorable placemats from fabric scraps leftover from previous projects or from a bolt of fabric that you love. These simple place mats are easy to make and can be personalized to suit any decor or occasion. Materials needed: Two separate yards of coordinating co...
Mini Fabric Basket
These baskets are perfect for holding a variety of small items, like jewelry or thread. You can make them any size you want and they're easy to assemble. You can also use them to hold plants or decorations. So, get some beautiful fabric and make one of these baskets today! Materials needed: (1) Fat Quarter in printed fabric (1) Fat Quarter coordinated (solid) fabric Fusible Fleece (Interfacing) Schmetz Universal Needle Pins or Wonder Clips Aurifil 50 wt. Cotton Thread Sewing Machine Rotary Cu...
How to Make a Boxy Pin Cushion
Making a boxy pin cushion can be a fun and easy project. It's also a great gift for any crafty person in your life! So, let's follow these simple steps and make our very own boxy pin cushion! I'm sure you will love how simple it is to make one yourself! Materials needed: Fabric Sewing Machine Cotton Thread Sewing Pins Rotary Cutter with sharp blade Acrylic Ruler Rotary Cutting Mat Iron & Ironing Board
DIY Easy to Sew Snappy Tote
Do you need a tote bag, but don't have time or just don't feel like sewing one? No problem! This easy to sew tote bag is perfect for you. We all know that a simple, but stylish tote bag is an essential piece of equipment for every woman's wardrobe. But finding one that's both easy to sew and stylish can be a challenge. With so many options out there, it can be hard to decide which style you like best. Materials needed: 1 FQ of fabric for the exterior 1 FQ of fabric for the lining a scrap of fabric ...
How to Sew a DIY Bucket Bag
Bucket bags are a great way to add interest and function to any outfit. They’re also a great way to use up any extra fabric you have lying around. This tutorial will show you how to sew a DIY bucket bag using easy techniques. So, get some beautiful fabric and let’s get started! Materials needed: Pattern Piece 1/2 yd main outer fabric and accent Fabric 1/2 yd lining fabric 1/2 yd fusible fleece like Pellon 987F 8 3/8″ grommets 30″ of 1/4″ cord 29″ x 4 of any fabric 4 x WOF of any fabric ...
Sew a Swing Tunic
This project is for all you sewers out there who are looking to make a swing tunic. I have been wanting to make one for a while and this is the perfect project to get started. This tunic will flow nicely with skinny jeans or leggings and would be a perfect addition to your wardrobe this season. So, let’s get started! Materials needed: Fabric Basic sewing supplies Pattern
How to Sew a Ball
Learning how to sew a ball is an essential skill for any Sewing enthusiast. Sewing a ball is easy once you know the basic steps. The kids and grandkids will love having their very own ball to play with. And you'll be amazed at how many uses they have! So, if you're ready to learn, here are the steps to making a basic play ball! Materials needed: Fabric Scraps Scissors or rotary cutter and cutting mat. Matching thread or neutral for multiple colors of fabric, pins or clips, and a sewing machine. Pol...
How to Make a Handkerchief
Everyone needs a handkerchief at some point or another, and making your own is not only cheap but also very easy. All you need is some cloth, a needle and thread, and patience. This is a craft that anyone can do! First you will need to choose a type of fabric for your handkerchief. You can use any old piece of fabric you have lying around the house, or you can go out and buy some new fabric. Materials needed: Fabric Thread - All purpose thread works well for a large variety of fabrics Scissor...
Adorable Mouse Pin Cushion
This lovely mouse pin cushion is just the thing to brighten up your desk. The soft fabric and adorable mouse make it a perfect addition to any office. Pin cushions are perfect gifts for any occasion, and this one is especially cute. This one has some lovely details and would be a lovely gift for anyone you know who loves mice! Materials needed: – Fabric remnants – Small piece of pink felt – Two small black beads – Small piece of cord (7 inches) – Polyester filling – Black button thread (or other stiff ty...
Sew a Fabric Envelope
Are you looking for a fun and easy project to do with your fabric? Look no further than sewing a fabric envelope! This project is perfect for beginners and can be completed in just a few minutes. With a few supplies and a few simple steps, you can have a handmade envelope that you can use to store anything you would like! Materials needed: Fabric Sewing Machine Basic Sewing Tools Rotary Cutter Cutting Mat Quilt Ruler Binding Clips Marking Pencil
Quilt as You Go Baby Bib
If you're looking for a unique and easy way to add some personality to your nursery, consider making a quilt as you go! This project is perfect for someone with a bit of creative flair, and it's also super easy to complete. So grab your materials and let's get started! Materials needed: Fabric Sewing Machine Basic Sewing Tools Scissors 1" Bias Tape Maker Iron