Give kids an oh-so-sweet way to collect candy this Halloween during trick-or-treating with a personalized candy corn tote bag. Even if you are new to sewing, this is a project this is entirely doable in the span of an afternoon (or less!). Let me show you how easily this comes together. Amy @ Positively SplendidHaving…
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Glass Canister Sewing Organizer with Removable Pincushion
Today’s post is sponsored by Plaid with the Blueprint Social. All opinions are entirely my own. Add some functional style to your sewing space with a new sewing organizer crafted from a glass canister. This is the perfect place to stash spools of thread and other sewing notions, and the handy pincushion can be easily…
Color Block Candy Corn Pillow (PDF Tutorial)
Although it’s still well over 100 degrees here in central Texas (boo!), once September comes around, I know it’s time to start thinking about pulling out my fall decorations. These color block candy corn pillow covers are an easy sewing project suitable even for beginning sewists, and the candy corn colors of orange, white and…
Tiered Vintage Plate Sewing Organizer
Something about the back-to-school season leaves me with an organizing itch, and this year my mind is set on getting my new creative space in tip-top shape. Today’s easy craft idea is one that turns a stack of eclectic vintage plates into a lovely tiered stand perfect for organizing everything from buttons and pins to…
Anthropologie-Inspired Firework Pencils
Outfit your kiddos in style for back-to-school season by placing some cool firework pencils in their supply boxes. Janel from Nellie Bellie is here today with the complete how-to for these fancied-up pencils that require just three simple supplies to make, and as a result they cost just a fraction of the $12 price tag…
Custom Monogram Key Chains
On the lookout for a special handmade gift idea? Jessica from Sunny Tuesday is here today to share a fun idea for crafting chic monogram key chains that can be made in minutes and cost just $1 apiece! What a fun gift idea for teachers to use for their classroom keys! *** Hey there! With…
Sea Turtle Softie Pattern and Tutorial
Believe it or not, it is incredibly easy to make your own plush toys. Regardless of whether you call them stuffed animals or softies, with just a few fabric scraps and a minimal investment of time, you can sew a special gift for a child in your life that is sure to become a new…
See-Through Zipper Pouches
If you are on the prowl for a way to keep purses, backpacks and more nice and organized, you won’t want to miss today’s sewing tutorial from PS contributor Megan. These see-through zipper pouches are a great organization project that can be used for any number of purposes, and you’ll be shocked when you see…
DIY Pattern Weights
This post is brought to you by Michaels. // Earlier this week, I shared about 7 of my favorite time-saving sewing tips and tricks, which included at the number 1 spot the recommendation to use pattern weights instead of pins when cutting out sewing projects. These truly are a sewist’s best friend when it comes…
DIY Vanilla Bubble Bath Soak Recipe
Think bath products are beyond the realm of DIY? Think again! Janel from NellieBellie is here with a luscious DIY bath soak recipe that is sure to get your complexion summer-ready! *** Hi guys!! Summer is here and that means it’s time to show legs and arms…eeek!! I’ve brought over a homemade, gentle, and easy…