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Whether you’re a seasoned seamstress or just starting with a needle and thread, these step-by-step zip pouch sewing patterns will help you create stylish and practical zippered bags for any occasion. From cosmetic pouches to versatile travel bags, our free sewing tutorials appeal to every skill level, offering clear instructions and tips! Several of these…
Learn how to make a fabric corner bookmark with charming patchwork details! This is a little twist on the classic bookmark. Instead of putting your bookmark between the pages, why not put it on the page? It’s a great scraps buster, and the little patchwork section allows you to do a bit of fun fussy…
Get in the holiday spirit with our new Christmas sewing pattern, the Snowbound Santa Claus Hat pattern! If you’re looking for something cute to sew for Christmas, I think you might like this pattern! The Snowbound Hat Sewing pattern is an easy-to-follow sewing pattern for a quilted, lined, patchwork Santa Claus hat in two sizes. …
Did you know that there are sewing machine feet created just for piecing a quilt? These feet can help you achieve more accurate quarter-inch seams, which are the key to precise quilt blocks. Today, I’m breaking down all the details about four sewing machine feet used for quilt piecing. Sewing machine feet…there are a lot….
Learn how to make a custom quilted sewing machine mat! This handy mat sits under your sewing machine and contains pockets to hold all of your notions. Our free sewing pattern even includes instructions to convert this sewing machine mat into a roll-up sewing tool organizer! I am the worst at staying organized when I…
Sewing machine maintenance is really important, not just to keep your machine running smoothly but to help avoid issues with your sewing projects too. In this article, we’ll provide you with a simple step-by-step guide to effectively clean your sewing machine. Our machines don’t really get “dirty,” just fluffy! The main things you’ll be cleaning…
It’s time for our August Mug Rug pattern. This month’s free mug rug pattern is a Patchwork Heart Mug rug. Now that we are over halfway through our year of mug rug patterns, it seemed right to celebrate my love of mug rugs with a heart shape! One of the reasons I’m such a big…
Tired of your kids losing all of their “stuff” in the back seat of the car when you’re on a road trip? Why not stitch them up this special pillowcase with a pocket to hold all their road trip stuff with this Road Trip Pillowcase Pattern? {this post has been updated from a previous version} This…
The All Ears Pouch is a whimsical curved top zip pouch pattern with options to add three different ears (a mouse, a cat & a bunny)! We’ve even included instructions to turn the pouch into a cute little crab! Today, I’m excited to share with you a new sewing pattern that’s been in the works…
Have you ever wondered what all those colors and numbers on sewing machine needles are for? Do you struggle to decide which needle is the best choice for your current project? Today I’m excited to reintroduce my Sewing Lessons series with our first lesson on Sewing Machine needles! Find out which needle to use for…
Have you ever started a sewing or quilt project only to get stuck when it comes to picking the colors and fabrics for your project? Does color theory overwhelm you a bit? I’m breaking down my best tips and tricks for picking and combining fabric colors for sewing and quilting projects. (fabrics above are from…
These mini-fabric envelopes are so cute and fast to make that you’ll want to make them by the dozen! They are created using pieces from a ten-inch pre-cut fabric pack, but you can also use any fabric scraps you have! Turn them into adorable Valentine’s Day decorations, or gift them with a sweet treat inside!…
One of my favorite things about Fall is Halloween. And one of my favorite things about Halloween is all of the fun crafting and sewing that goes along with it. I’m always looking for Halloween Patterns for all of the cute Halloween Fabric that I love to hoard. I’ve spent a lot of time scouring…
Learn how to make fabric napkins from fat quarters of fabric with this free, easy-to-follow sewing tutorial. If you recently purchased a fat quarter of fabric and were wondering what you could make with it, I’ve got a fun tutorial to share with you today! This project would also be a great way to use…
Create a stylish and oh so useful zippered pouch with our free Color-Blocked Zip Pouch Sewing Pattern. This clutch is simple to construct and makes a great gift! Oh, how I love a simple zip pouch! I think they may be one of my favorite things to sew! I remember the first time I made…
Create a cute sack just for holding treats for Santa’s Reindeer with our free Reindeer Gift Bag Sewing Pattern! This project also makes a cute Christmas gift bag. Gift bags are a great way to wrap unusually shaped presents or a few smaller things all into one gift to unwrap. You can add an extra…
Gather your fabric scraps to create a cute and oh so helpful patchwork zipper bag! There’s a unique trick that I use to make constructing this patchwork bag a breeze! Gridded interfacing! If you’ve never used it before, you’re going to want to give it a try after you read today’s tutorial. Would you believe…
Add a touch of texture and pattern to your Fall and Autumn decor with this simple leaf garland. Learn how to make one with our free Fabric Leaf Sewing Pattern. This project is a great one to make with fabric scraps that you may have leftover from another Autumn sewing project. As the season changes,…
Store your binding clips, threads, and other sewing notions in style with this cute quilted fabric storage cube. Make one today with our free pattern! Amy Ball is back with us again today. This time she’s sharing a free tutorial for a quilted storage cube that’s perfect to use in your sewing room. It would…
Stitch up a breezy skirt to add to your summer wardrobe. Skirts are easy to construct and can be customized in so many ways. They are a stylish and fun way to stay cool this summer! Sew one for yourself with one of these women’s skirt sewing patterns. Recently my daughter and I were going…
Summer is right around the corner, and with it comes a big change in the temperature. We live in a very humid climate, and I’ve been wondering what I want to wear this summer. It got me thinking about how versatile t-shirt dresses are, and I was curious what t-shirt dress sewing patterns are available…
A few years ago, it seemed like mermaids were popping up everywhere! It’s a trend that I can definitely get behind. If you’re looking for ideas for some DIY mermaid projects, we’ve got you covered! Enjoy these Mermaid patterns, sewing & quilting projects. Last month my newest fabric collection Ahoy! Mermaids was released. In honor…
Stitch up a duffle bag that is perfect for everything from a trip to the gym to an overnight trip. This round duffle bag sewing pattern is available in 3 different sizes and features a detachale shoulder strap and optional side pockets. Today I’m so excited to introduce you to a bag sewing pattern that…
Give your sewing projects a professional finish by adding piping! Learn how to make and sew piping with today’s tutorial. Welcome to our Sewing Lesson! How to Make and Sew Piping! Recently I’ve shared quite a few projects which feature piping or cording. Inevitably when I share projects with piping, I get asked a lot…
Today Amy is sharing a free Fabric Envelope Sewing pattern with all of you! This project is a perfect DIY gift for Valentine’s Day. You can change the fabric colors and embellishments and use the pattern to create gifts for other holidays as well! Why wrap a gift in paper when you could wrap it…
Have you wanted to learn how to sew a zipper pouch? I’ve rounded up 40 of my favorite free Zipper Pouch Sewing Tutorials to share with you today… which one is your favorite?? I LOVE making zip pouches!! They make perfect gifts, sew up quickly, and are easily customizable. With a simple zip pouch sewing…
Add a homemade touch to your Christmas tree with one of these DIY Christmas ornament tutorials. We’ve rounded up some of our favorite felt, embroidery hoop, and fabric homemade Christmas ornament sewing patterns and craft projects to share with you today. A friend gave me a handmade gingerbread man Christmas ornament several years ago. Every…
Stitch up this no so spooky Halloween pillow to add to your Halloween decorations with our free Jack O Lantern Pumpkin Pillow Sewing Pattern. Every year I try to sew a few things to add to my Halloween decorations collection. In the past, I’ve made quilts, ghastly pillows, table toppers & table runners. This year…
Learn how to make baby burp cloths with this simple and easy sewing pattern. It’s beginner and precut friendly and a great way to use up some of your fabric scraps! Recently one of my daughter’s friends had a baby. We put together a care package to send to her and included a set of…
If you’re looking for some fun Fall projects to sew, then I think you’ll love these fabric pumpkin sewing patterns & tutorials. I have received quite a few messages and emails asking me for a fabric pumpkin sewing pattern. I don’t actually have one on my site. I’ve debated creating one over the years but…
These sewing patterns are easy to make with step-by-step video instructions. Learn how to make a few of these projects for yourself or as a gift for someone else. We also have a list of recommended quilt patterns with video tutorials if you’re a quilter. One of my main focuses during the last two years…
Go back to school in style with this fun set of colorful pencil pouches. Learn how to sew a pencil pouch using a quilt-as-you-go method and our free striped pencil pouch sewing pattern. Whether your kids are going back to school in a classroom, or in your living room- a cute pencil pouch is always…
If you’ve ever wanted to start sewing with leather but didn’t know where to start, today I have 6 must-know tips to help you get started. I’ve been sewing for a very long time but was always really intimidated by the prospect of working with leather. I love the professional touch that a bit of…
I am frequently asked what the best sewing projects for someone who is learning how to sew are. I’ve spent a lot of time going through my archives and visiting the websites of some of my favorite sewing friends and have rounded up more than 50 Free Beginner Sewing Projects and patterns for you. This list…
Create an adorable set of nesting fabric baskets with this sewing pattern. These little baskets are quick to stitch up and make great gifts! A few months ago I shared a tutorial for a small trinket basket. It turned out to be one of the most popular tutorials on this site this Spring. As soon…
The 4th of July is just around the corner, plenty of time to stitch up a few items to help you celebrate. If you’re looking for some fun things to sew this summer, I’ve rounded up 25 4th of July Sewing Projects for you to try. There’s something for everyone on this list, from…
I love Summer. The slower days, the warmer weather, and even the evening thunderstorms. I also love to sew during the summer. I’ve noticed that I tend to alter a bit what I work on during the summer months. I prefer simple, bright, and fun sewing projects. If you’re looking for a new sewing project…
reader Favorites Search Latest Posts We love to sew and quilt as much as you do! Look for new projects posted every week. Here’s what’s new. Welcome Hey, I’m Melissa! It’s nice to meet you! I’m Melissa Mortenson, a blogger, published author & licensed fabric designer. I’m also a Mom and a Maker. I am…
Sewing is a great skill for kids to learn. It teaches patience and is great for hand-eye coordination. If you have kids or teens and are looking for fun sewing project ideas for them, then you might like today’s article! We’ve rounded up more than 40 beginner sewing projects for kids and teens! I learned…
Learn how to make a Face Mask with one of these 7 free face mask sewing patterns. Each is simple, easy to follow, and suitable for those who are new to sewing. Photo from the Riley Blake Designs Face mask video tutorial A few weeks ago many readers reached out to me asking for face…
Create a cozy and adorable sleeping bag for your child’s 18 dolls with this easy-to-follow sewing pattern. Perfect for sleepovers and imaginative playtime! Today, I’m going to show you how to make this fun and easy sleeping bag for an American Girl doll (or any other 18″ doll)! Just a note: this doll sleeping bag…
Y’all know how much I love making zippered pouches and today I’m sharing with you a Curved Zipper Pouch Sewing Tutorial with a hand-stitched monogram. If you like this post you may also like this embellished zippered pouch sewing pattern. I love to share the items that I’ve sewn for my kids in hopes that…