FEATURED PROJECTS: GREAT GIFT IDEAS + MORE
Round Nesting Baskets with Handles
A classic round fabric basket has endless uses. That means a classic round fabric basket SET has endless uses x2! One large, one small, both quilted, both with looped handles. It’s a fun introduction to dimensional sewing ...
Classic Canvas Bucket Bag with Drawcord Top
A crisp, cute bag with a bucket shape and cinched top – a silhouette popular season after season. We created our sample in a modern canvas with polished nickel hardware and a twisted cord for the signature drawstring closure ...
Embellished Hot Pads
Hot pads provide a great small surface to experiment with embellishment. Since they'll be around a heat source, you can’t go wild, but subtle touches in natural fibers are so pretty. We used ribbon + decorative stitching ...
Deep Dish Fabric Treat Baskets
Sweets for your sweets look even more delicious in these beautiful baskets. They’re extra wide and just the right depth for cookies, candy, and more; they’re not too thick, not too thin... deep dish, like a good Chicago pizza ...
See Through, Box Bottom Zip Pouch
One of our most popular project categories is the Zip Pouch, because you simply cannot have too many in a variety of sizes and styles. Here we combine pretty cotton at the top with a see-through bottom in flexible vinyl ...
Snowmen Catnip Toys
Our little catnip snowmen are designed as the perfect little toys to keep kitties busy while you're outside building a real "jolly, happy soul.” We offer a downloadable pattern so you can make lots in no time from scraps on hand ...
Gift Bag with Eyelet Drawstring Top
Fabric gift bags are a green alternative to wrapping paper. Plus, a reusable bag can be almost as much fun as the present inside - especially when made in lovely colors and prints. These feature a cool eyelet-and-cording top closure ...
Baby Bib with Patchwork Front + Terry Back
Cuteness alert! These baby bibs are pretty and practical. The front is made from Jelly Roll strips. The back is absorbent terry cloth. Download our free Baby's First Christmas gift tags to create an adorable holiday bundle ...
Fast Gift Wrap Sleeves
Slice, stitch, tie, give. Just a few steps to fast, festive, reusable gift wrap solutions in wool felt with cotton accents. Pretty bows and belts keep things wrapped up tight. We showcase three different sizes and styles ...
Monogrammed Travel Tote
Whether you're traveling near or far, our handsome, go-everywhere tote is a wonderful addition to your packing plans. A subtle monogram is the finishing touch that really makes the project your own ...
Double Ended Key Fobs
These versatile key fobs are fast, easy, and fun: layer, stitch, clamp, done! One end has a split key ring, the other a swivel hook. You need just a scrap of thin faux leather and a short length of gorgeous ribbon ...
Easy Corduroy Slouchy Shoulder Bag
Our soft shoulder bag is beginner friendly but with a very stylish finish. The cool strap-and-tassel closure is a look we spotted on some of the trendiest designer bags. To get the signature slouch, look for a very fine wale corduroy ...
The Rosalie Apron
Soft and light with no added interfacing, allowing it to wrap and tie for a super comfy fit. If you’re just starting out, an apron is a great introduction to a number of techniques that translate well to future garment sewing ...
The Lydia Bag
Fast and easy construction, but without sacrificing any style! You can make this beautiful bag in an afternoon while practicing your straight seams, topstitching, and boxed corners. Mix a bold solid with a pretty print ...
Boxy Tabletop Caddy
Great for smaller surfaces! At 12” x 5” x 6”, this cool caddy can be sitting pretty anywhere you need a little organizational help. The pocket panel wraps all the way around and is divided into eight sections in a variety of sizes ...
Kid’s Nap Time Set
Cuddle up with a snuggly hand-tied blanket and matching closed-end pillowcase. Both elements are beginner friendly with useful techniques to learn, like how to hand-tie and how to create the overlapping ends of a pillowcase ...
Roller Case Travel Belt
This must-have travel accessory is a strap to secure a tote or backpack on top of your rolling suitcase. Our design is a fully adjustable loop that is easier to make and more secure when buckled. Sounds like a travel win-win ...
Easy Felt Shoulder Bag
With clever cutting and careful stitching, this ribbon-accented bag is super cute and super easy. No complicated corners or closures, and the main body of the bag is a heavy wool felt, one of the most forgiving fabrics for new sewers ...
Great Glittering Gift Ideas
We used two layers of craft weight glitter vinyl to create a set of five last-minute gift projects: a journal pencil pouch, tasseled bookmark, wrist loop key fob, and 2 sizes of cord wraps. Nearly no sew! Perfect as stocking stuffers ...
Companion Pouch Set
Two coordinated pouches designed to clip together. Use one or both. Turn them into a mini shoulder bag or ditch the strap and toss one or both into a larger tote. Stash money and cards in one, make-up and extras in the other ...
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