I’m excited to share an easy embroidered patchwork pillow tutorial. This pattern is a fun one to make in a variety of color and fabric combinations. There are some great benefits of making a patchwork pillow from using your favorite scraps to adding a splash of color to your home decor. This free pillow pattern …
Sewing
Learn how to darn a sweater easily, all you need is a needle, yarn and an embroidery hoop! Darning a sweater is a slow relaxing process, not a chore to be rushed! Imagine the joy of repairing your favorite sweater, with proper love and care sweater’s can last generations. To darn a sweater we will …
This upcycled free crossbody bag pattern has a zip closure with a slip pocket at the front. You can customize this free crossbody bag pattern in a variety of ways. I like to embellish the slip pocket. In this version, I have used inherited crocheted doilies. The finished cross-body bag measures 27 by 19cm (10 …
Eight different ways for how to add closure to a tote bag, with detailed how to tutorial for each.
I am super excited to share with you my first Christmas Decorations for the upcoming holiday season – Candy Christmas Decorations DIY. With some simple stitches and beautiful easy leather tassels, you will be wowing people with your holiday decorations this year. Don’t be put off by the hand embroidery, I have chosen easy stitches …
Let’s make a new apron out of your old jeans, it is super easy – no paper pattern required! This perfect beginner sewing project makes a thoughtful gift, although I have to admit to being very tempted to keep the apron for myself! Bib aprons are fabulous at keeping your clothes clean whatever you are …
Learn how to make a snap glasses case, perfect for glasses and sunglasses with this easy project – use your favorite fabric with this glasses case sewing tutorial. Are you like me? Loose your glasses and sunglasses all the time? The joy of making your own glasses case with fun fabric means you will spot …
Learn how to make a heart-shaped corner bookmark today, with a free printable template for you. Celebrate love all year round with beautiful heart bookmarks. I plan on making quite a few for my friends as a perfect gift to celebrate Galantine’s day in a variety of prints and colors. Naturally, the heart bookmarks are …
Learn how to make reusable fabric gift bags within fifteen minutes. These easy fabric gift bags are so stylish the receiver will want to use them again and again! Why make your own reusable gift bags? There are so many reasons! Firstly there is the environmental impact of throwing away single-use wrapping paper – often …
I’m super excited to have a new toy – a Cricut (here in the UK they are far from cheap). Naturally I have just had to have a play with my old jeans stash to whip up a new pillow design. This week we are enjoying an Indian summer but I know autumn is literally …
This new crossbody bag is designed around my day job. Throughout the pandemic, I have continued to visit older and/or people with disabilities in their homes. To reduce risk I have just been taking a mobile phone on a visit but now we are all vaccinated I am taking a tablet and a small notebook. …
Making throw pillows is a super easy way to update your home and add a splash of personality, a pop of color and pattern to any room. 20+ free designs for you!