Category Archives: SEWING PROJECTS

Teaching your kids and teenagers to sew is an admirable achievement, yet instilling the confidence to use the skills they’ve learned to go off on their own and make something independently is a gift for life. Having taught children and teenagers to sew for almost a decade, I would love to share how to encourage…

I know what you are thinking…do we really need another mask tutorial? The short answer is no. But for those facing similar struggles as I have with the fit of most masks, I am here to share a possible solution.  At the start of this pandemic, I found the available mask patterns out there leaving…

Another week, another home sewing project. With a majority of my summer plans being cancelled, I decided this was the year to tackle my long list of personal sewing projects. So out came my antique trunk full of found textiles. My mission? To make a custom tablecloth for my grandma’s mid-century modern kitchen table that…

As most Sewists, I have a big collection of scrap pieces and remnants. I am always looking for projects to make these scraps useful. The Bombazine Mitt is the perfect remnant busting project. The mitt is quick, easy, useful, and makes a great gift! This tutorial includes some additional tips and ideas not included in…

My extra time at home the last couple weeks has resulted in more home decor projects and I’m pretty happy about it.  First on my list, reupholstering a set of mid-century modern chairs I found on Facebook Marketplace for $20. Score. These chairs will be used in my sewing studio as extra seating for guests…

Materials Vintage Linens, bits of fabric you have lying around IL019 INSIGNIA BLUE Midweight 100% Linen 4C22 NATURAL Heavyweight 100% Linen Frame “I need to do something just for fun”. I have heard those words muttered in many conversations, in many different arenas of life lately. Often followed by a deep sigh. You too?  This…

As mask shortages continue in American hospitals, there has never been a better time to put your sewing skills into action to help others. The CDC has now recommended everyone wear a mask in public to help slow the spread of Covid-19, so not only do we need to be sewing for medical professionals, but…

Growing up, my mother told me stories of how young women used to work away making all of their own tablecloths, quilts, dish towels, etc. by the time they got married. It seems like a romantic idea, doesn’t it? How lovely it would be to move into a new home and to be able to…

Today we are delighted to share with you a pattern that we simply adore – the Burnside Bibs by Sew House Seven, a pair of workwear-inspired overalls with a stylish and feminine twist. An absolute must-have gem and a great addition to your casual wardrobe! The woman behind Sew House Seven patterns is Peggy Mead,…

If you need something soft and cute to tie your hair back or are just feeling nostalgic for the 1990s, then you’ll love this tutorial! Scrunchies are making a comeback and some of the top fashion websites are offering a whole plethora of these retro accessories in all fabrics and colors! But why buy if…

There are plenty of ways you can use linen to add a little sparkle to your home. From handmade stockings and quilted pot holders to easy drawstring bags, there’s plenty to choose from. With Christmas just around the corner, we all start planning that special dinner, a chance to spend some quality time with family…

With spring finally on our doorstep and summer knocking on the door, it’s time to start thinking ahead to all the holidays, weekend getaways and get-togethers. To help you get ready for your next vacation we thought of this easy beginner project – our maxi tote bag! For this bag we chose a striped heavyweight linen that reminds us of country living…

This ultra trendy patchwork open jacket is a fun way to play around with your imagination and utilize some scraps of fabric to create something totally unique. Made entirely out of linen, this versatile piece features a kimono-inspired silhouette with an open front, loose sleeves and a lining that hides all the raw edges for…

  Choosing the fabric for your sewing projects is one of the most exciting parts! It is a chance to put your own personal spin on a design, experiment with patterned fabrics and choose colors that suit your style. And today’s tutorial is all about that – playing with stripes and colors! This beautiful linen…