Sewing Tutorials and Patterns

Diy pirate costume with a free pattern - Here's a free sewing pattern for a pirate vest for kids . It's an easy sewing project, quick and perfect as a diy Halloween costume for kids.  It is great for a kids birthday themed party, or pretend play. The free sewing pattern is available to all new subscribers to AppleGreen Cottage who sign up at this link . Check it out! This tutorial is part of the Halloween Sewing And Craft Tour hosted by Coral + Co., so make sure you read to the end to see more fun Halloween projects by fellow bloggers! Read more »

Mini pouch with free pattern - This is an easy tutorial that also gives you a free PDF template to sew. For when you need something really small, a cute little pocket which can be added to your key or become a doll-sized handbag, or you can use it as a holder for tiny gifts, like I did this time. Together with this (larger) popular coin purse , this mini version would be a great addition to an Etsy shop!  Scroll down to get your free PDF pattern! Read more »

This coin purse pattern will help you make a small, flat and cute coin purse. The zipper will keep coins safe inside while an additional slip pocket with a main closure flap will store the notes, coupons, or credit card if need be. The combination of a zipper and a flap will make sure your coins never fall out! It's just perfect as your kid's lunch money pouch. And have I mentioned the little zipper tape-hiding tip? It will make your beginner-friendly sewing project go from basic to pro-looking. Check it out now! Read more »

Learn how to make felt carrots, using this free template and tutorial. Do your kids love felt play food? Make a few felt carrots using this tutorial to start your felt play food collection, and then check out my favorite 7 felt food tutorials I have for you. Easy and quick to make, this felt carrot tutorial comes with a free PDF template ! Read more »

Here are over 10 adorable things to sew for a baby, ten easy projects you'll love to make for the newest member of your family or your friends' baby. Also, they make great baby shower gifts you can make yourself. Check them out to get new ideas! Read more »

What I'm about to tell you will feel like a crazy crafting paradise. But first, a question: what would you say if I told you 52 brilliant modern handcraft designers were joining forces and offering over 200 of their best projects, patterns, and tutorials in ONE single bundle at 97% off ? It might sound crazy, but that’s exactly what’s happening right now! It's called  HANDMADE-WITH-LOVE Super Bundle . Feel free to check it out here! Read more »

Learn how to sew your own DIY Christmas decorations, this time it's felt stars. The felt star decorations are a free PDF pattern you'll be able to use for a number of projects, like this star softie for kids , or a throw pillow, or - like here, cute and soft little Christmas tree ornaments that will last and make your Christmas feel special. This tutorial links to 2 free templates. Read more »

Who's in for some Christmas sewing? Learn to sew a lovely quilted Christmas tree skirt . I reviewed a Craftsy course taught by a years-long sewing blogger at Sew Can She and a great instructor, Caroline Fairbanks-Critchfield. Loved it, and got myself a brand new, DIY quilted tree skirt . Looks complicated, but is not. Looks like tons of work, but it's a fairly easy, two-day quilting project a quilting beginner can do too. Are you in? See how it went! (And scroll down to see the single thing where I failed.) Read more »

Need inspiration for diy Christmas gifts to sew for your loved ones? Let me help you with that! Here are more than 25 beautiful beginner sewing ideas to make your own easy diy Christmas gifts. These tutorials are beginner-friendly and have links to easy sewing patterns, so you can start sewing your Christmas presents right away!  Read more »

This fabric gift bag pattern is an easy and quick sewing project for a reusable fabric gift bag in 6 different sizes and forms, for all your Christmas presents. It can double as an alternative to Christmas stockings, too. Right on time for Christmas sewing! Read more »

Make a perfect diy gift for baby using this diaper clutch pattern.  It's the perfect handmade gift every new mom would love to have and makes an excellent baby shower present. And it's totally adjustable: one pattern, many different options. Check it out! Read more »

Make the best ear warmer headband for your kid, one that actually stays in place, protects the child in wind, but does not make him too hot. A perfect fall kids accessory you can make in a really short time. Did I mention it's a beginner sewing project? Easy and fun! And there is a  PDF sewing  pattern  available in 8 sizes - and email subscribers can download the smallest 3 sizes (baby to 1 year) for free here .  Read more »