Sewing

Sewing is a craft that children can easily learn and once they have, they can spend hours making themselves and their families beautiful gifts to cherish forever.

Soft, comfortable fleece takes the chill off a cold day, and a fleece blanket with sleeves can help you save money on your heating bills. The fleece blanket keeps you warm while the sleeves allow...

Quilted eyeglass cases are a fashionable and protective way to store eyeglasses. The benefit of using quilt material is that it creates a soft barrier that prevents scratching. You have the...

Patchwork, sewing pieces of cloth together to create a larger piece of fabric, is a long-time favorite of crafters. Although patchwork seems to be used most often with quilting, it is not...

Baskets offer wonderful ways to display and store decorative objects as well as just about anything imaginable. A lined basket makes the basket much more usable since the lining closes the holes...

Pillows add a lot to the décor of your home. Toss pillows make a bed seem inviting. Large floor pillows in the family room are great for kids who like to sit on the floor and watch...

Capes are useful for many things, from costumes to adding flair to an evening outfit. They are also simple to make and look impressive. Nearly any clothing fabric can work for a cape, from heavy...

Dig through your closets and attic for vintage textiles you no longer have use for. Old suits, coats, damaged quilts, needlepoint,and outdated textiles can be made into fashionable recycled...

Chemo caps protect a patient's head and keep it warm. Many cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy lose all of their hair. Women, especially, miss the loss of hair and use chemo caps to continue...

Families with small children almost always find there are many small items cluttering up the back seat and toys and games for car trips that always end up forgotten. A car organizer hangs on the...

Camouflage is very popular in women's fashion. Why not look for camouflage military fatigues in thrift shops and second hand stores and make a sling purse from them. Recycling at it's finest!

Furry animal slippers are fun footwear for all ages. Not only do the slippers keep you warm, but they also bring a smile to the face of the wearer and anyone who sees them. Making your own...

You have an over-sized T-shirt and you don't know what to do with it. Never fear. It is easy to turn that jumbo, dress-like monstrosity into a cute halter top in an hour. And the best part is you...

Wool fabric crafts can be warm and decorative. Purchase wool fabric by the yard or dig through your closets and scour local thrift stores for wool sweaters and other clothing for economical,...

An art portfolio case can be fairly expensive -- especially if you are a student or budding artist on a budget. However, with a few inexpensive items, a moderate understanding of sewing, and a...

Swags and tails are a classic curtain top treatment that consist of soft folds of fabric draped along the width of the window top, with gathered or pleated side panels. Your window must be fitted...

What little girl does not like to have a doll? She can pretend she is the mom and take care of her own little baby. Giving a homemade doll to a child is a precious gift. This doll is easy to make....

Tissue holders are an attractive means of carrying tissues around, or making them available to guests in your home, without having to use plastic packets or cardboard boxes. This tissue holder can...

This letter holder is made entirely from fabric and a piece of interfacing to make it rigid. It consists of three individual pockets for holding letters and features a hanging loop at the top so...

If you are an avid crafter, you are probably also a collector. You see found objects in a different light. You wonder what you can do with all those paper towel tubes, yogurt cups or all of the...

Use this easy fat quarter project to make a fun pouch to keep toiletries, jewelry, pens and pencils, makeup or a small gift for someone special.

Home crafters do not want to throw away anything that can be used to make something else. Using every inch of scrap material can leave the crafter with a sense of achievement. Many scrap pieces...

Sew a purse with some style!

Appliance covers can easily be made to fit any of the small appliances that sit on your counter. Measure the shape of your appliances and create a cover with a simple box shape. They can be...

A homemade drawstring backpack can be a useful and convenient way for children to carry items that they need when they are out and about. This is a simple backpack to make and use because it does...

Soft cubed toys are a great gift for a young baby. You can make them in bright colors to engage the baby and help him develop hand-eye coordination. This project is fairly simple. One block should...

Fabric is the quickest way to change the look of a room next to a coat of paint. With the effort that goes into sewing items for the home, getting double the look for the same amount of time is...

Most babies thrash around at night and kick their covers off. They get cold and wake up crying. Now you are losing sleep trying to comfort your little one and wishing there were some way to keep...

Canvas bags are useful, fun and fashionable. They're sturdy enough to hold anything from wet swimsuits to picnic condiments to all the reading material you're taking on vacation without falling...

One of the easiest ways to make a homemade outfit even fancier is to add satin ribbon trim. Satin ribbon is a perfect way to accent the transition between the body and ruffle of a skirt, to...

Sewing the sides of a handmade apron will keep the edges neat and straight. Learn more about how to sew apron sides with expert tips from a seamstress in this free sewing video.

Book bags useful for a trip to the library or as an alternative to plastic bags. Every book lover should have one. Follow this simple pattern and your books will thank you.

Chair arms take a beating from everyday use. In addition to wear and soil caused by hands touching the fabric, they often are subjected to spills from food or drink. You can protect the chair arms...

Make your own wallets to go with any outfit and use any novelty prints you desire. These wallets are simple to sew and can be made easily in an afternoon and ready to use by evening. They make...

How To Make Slipcovers for Your Pillows and Redecorate Your Room

Most cameras today are small and portable with technology certainly meeting convenience halfway. However, seldom do these same cameras come with their own carrying case. The good news is that...

How many bags are too many? I haven't discovered the answer to that quite yet. I simply can not resist just one more cute bag to add to my collection. Having a "new" bag does not...

Drawstring bags can be made in many different sizes and used for many different purposes. A larger drawstring bag can be used as a reusable grocery bag or a tote bag to carry knitting and other...

Many years ago, bandanas were only made in red or navy. Those are still the most popular colors. However, today, they come in pink, yellow, green, turquoise, orange, black and many other colors....

Many tote bags have open tops, allowing items to spill out if the bag is tipped over. Making a tote bag with a zipper solves that problem. If you are carrying valuables such as a wallet and...

Covering a cube cushion is a basic project that is not difficult. With accurate measurements, you can easily cover a cushion with equal sides in a short amount of time. As long as you proceed...

Making a hat for a child's doll is an easy and rewarding project. Not only can you choose the style and design, you can also make it in any fabric you choose. You can even make a dress to match,...

You can make a fabric tote bag with just basic sewing skills. Make a smaller version and use it as a summer purse or a larger size for a beach bag to carry a towel, swimsuit and sunblock. The size...

Toaster covers are useful to protect your toaster against messy splashes, accidental scratches and the accumulation of dust. Purchasing an appliance cover may be expensive, and it is not always...

Sewing is a favorite pastime for many. It is a skill that develops over time. You don't have to be great at sewing for this project. I will show you how to sew a decorative pillow... for cheap.

Handbags and purses are both fun and practical accessories, serving the dual purposes of making a fashion statement and carting around your things. Handbags come in a huge variety of styles,...

Drawstring bags can be made in any size and used for so many purposes. A larger bag works well as a tote bag, overnight bag or reusable grocery bag. A medium size bag made from bright fabric is a...

If you can't find exactly what you're looking for in your department store or online, then it may be time to get out the sewing machine. Sewing a satin blanket is a great project; it's simple...

Making a new cover for a chair or sofa cushion can give it a whole new look, and even make it easier to keep clean. To make a cushion cover, you'll need enough fabric to cover the top and bottom...

Make this cute and comfy blanket for your pet. Use it in the kennel, on the couch, in the car or overnight stays. Completely machine washable. This is a quick and easy project that you or your...