Sewing Tutorials and Patterns

The 15 sewing tools and notions that will make your sewing life easier! I have collected the sewing tools I rely on and believe will come in handy for your sewing projects. If you are a beginner, these are the tools that will get you started on your sewing journey. They make my sewing life easier and more enjoyable (and yours, too). Check out the items you'll use over and over again on every sewing project. Read more »

Diy lanterns - How to make a lantern is an easy tutorial to make your own felt lanterns. It's an easy beginner sewing project for everybody, even if you have never sewn before, and a great thing to sew together with kids. Give sewing a go - and find out more about the Sew-A Softie initiative later in the post - or in my last year's free softie pattern and tutorial. Read more »

How to sew a zipper tab to reduce bulk on the side seams of any zipper pouch you make from now on. It's an easy how-to for beginners that will make your sewing better, easier, and your zipper pouches look so cute! Check it out! Read more »

I'm not particularly fond of changes, but  this one looks like a GREAT one !  Read more »

Monthly calendar is a free printable for everybody who'd like to easily keep track of all those birthdays and special dates. It's a perpetual calendar, meaning you can use it forever because the days of the week are not included - only the months and the days.  It can be used for recording birthdays, anniversaries and important dates. Print as many calendars as you like. They make great gifts! Get the free template and also, scroll down for an easy hack to hang the prints! Read more »

An easy way to hide all the raw edges on your project and to create a nice clean finish on your garment, even zipper pouch or home decor. They require no special sewing expertize, except for knowing how to sew a straight stitch. French seams give your projects a professional look. Scroll down and see where's the (only) catch with a French seam. Read more »