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Study Pillow Pattern and Tutorial (Great Holiday Gift Idea!)
With the holiday season just around the corner, stitch up the perfect gift for students of all ages in your life: a study pillow! Perfect for students from preschool age and all the way up through...
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Travel Jewelry Case Sewing Pattern and Tutorial
With holiday gift-giving time just around the corner, now is the time to craft thoughtful handmade gifts. Travel jewelry cases would make a terrific gift for any of the ladies on your list, and with...
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Custom Pet Silhouette Pillow Cover
I recently made a personalized pet throw pillow as a tribute to our beloved family beagle, Maggie. I plan to display this pillow as part of my holiday decor, but this idea would also make a perfect,...
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Santa’s ‘Stache Christmas Goodie Bags #SwellNoel
Every Tuesday and Thursday throughout November and December, I’ve invited some of my favorite friends over to share some of their best holiday ideas for the third annual Swell Noël series. For this...
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Felt Star and Grapevine Wreath Ornaments
Add a handmade touch to your Christmas tree this year with pretty handmade Christmas ornaments. These felt star ornaments are framed beautifully with a grapevine wreath to add a chic, rustic touch....
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Fur-Trimmed Pillow Cover
Add an elegant touch to your home decor with this lovely faux fur-trimmed pillow. Accented with an optional bow in any color, this is a pillow that can be displayed throughout the winter months, even...
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Santa Pants Treat Bags #fabulouslyfestive
This post is brought to you by Jo-Ann. Add a whimsical touch to holiday gifts and treats by packaging them in darling Santa pants treat bags. With my free pattern, these can be whipped up in no time...
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Easter Bunny Softie Pattern and Tutorial #yearofcelebrations
Stitch up a sweet little Easter bunny softie to tuck into the Easter basket of a special child, or to use as a darling addition to your home’s spring decor. Today, I’m sharing the inspiration behind...
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Embroidered Men’s Eyeglass Case Sewing Tutorial
Give a personalized gift to a special man in your life by making him an embroidered case to hold his eyeglasses or sunglasses. With this step-by-step how-to, I guide you through the entire process,...
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DIY Insulated Beverage Holders (Koozies)
Warm months call for lounging by the pool or in the backyard with a cold drink in hand, and these fun DIY insulated beverage holders (also known as koozies in my neck of the woods) are the perfect way...
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DIY Fabric Phone Charging Station
Chances are, if you have a smart phone, you’ve found yourself at one point or another struggling to find a safe place to charge it. When staying in hotels or others’ homes (or in dorm rooms for...
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Apple Softie Sewing Pattern and Tutorial
Stitch up a sweet apple softie to give as a gift to a teacher or simply to use as festive fall decor. Using my free sewing pattern and tutorial, these little guys are as easy as (apple) pie to make!...
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Easy Reusable Felt Gift Bags #MichaelsMakers
I am a firm believer that sometimes, the way a gift is wrapped up and presented can be just as special as what is inside. Handmade reusable gift bags are a lovely way to turn even the simplest of...
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Denim and Lace Ruffled Pouch
This time of year, I love to add some new gift ideas to my arsenal. With teacher appreciation week, Mothers’ Day, graduations, birthdays and a whole host of special occasions each spring, there is...
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Travel Manicure Kit Sewing Pattern and Tutorial
Looking for a way to easily transport all of your manicure supplies when you are on the go? This travel manicure kit requires just a few scraps of fabric to make, and it is an easy sewing project...
View ArticleDIY Fabric Pumpkins (Free Pattern!)
Grab some favorite fall fabrics and make a patch of adorable plush fabric pumpkins to accent your fall decor this year! Today, I’m sharing the free pattern for making an entire collection of these fun...
View ArticleDIY Portable First Aid Kit
Always be prepared with this handmade portable first aid kit! Continue reading for this DIY tutorial for how to sew a small first aid kit to take on the go. As a mom, I always try to be as prepared as...
View ArticleStuffed Easter Bunny Sewing Pattern
This stuffed Easter bunny sewing pattern is an easy sewing project that is perfect for using scraps from your stash! Free PDF pattern pieces are included with step-by-step instructions. Stitch up a...
View Article25+ Best Gifts to Sew
Sewing gifts is a joy with these great sewing project ideas. These 25 gifts to sew include ideas for everyone on your gift list! Sewing gifts is one of my favorite things to do when a special occasion...
View ArticleFabric Christmas Tree Gift Card Holder
Gift cards are such a convenient holiday gift idea, but let’s be honest: they can seem a bit impersonal. Stitching up a fabric Christmas tree gift card holder will solve that problem, lickety split!...
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