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Handmade Halloween Round-Up by Jess Abbott

October 18, 2013 Jessica Abbott

It seems to be the one time out of the year that everyone’s crafty thumb comes out, as we try to please our kids childlike desires to become their favorite character, animal, or spooky creature. Here is a great roundup of 30 of my favorite DIY Halloween costumes out there, with links to the tutorial or pattern. … More

DIY Geometric Pillow

October 3, 2013 Megan Bohr

Zest up your décor with a unique combination of geometry and bold color. … More

Overlocker/Serger Project Roundup with Palak Shah of Make It Handmade

September 27, 2013 WeAllSew

Guest blogger Palak, from Make It Handmade, has put together a list of links for projects featuring my favorite machine: My overlocker/serger! … More

DIY High-Low Skirt

September 26, 2013 Mimi G.

Short on time, long on style! Use simple techniques to create a most fashionable outcome. This skirt is easy to make and lets you dress it up or down to match any occasion. … More

Deer Quilt Sew-Along with LUKE Haynes – Week One

September 23, 2013 Luke

Week One of our Deer Quilt Sew-Along with LUKE Haynes! … More

A Modern Heirloom Wall Quilt by Bernadette Day

September 12, 2013 WeAllSew

Use some of the most popular heirloom sewing techniques for this beautiful project. The center features twin-needle pintucks, wing-needle stitching, and decorative stitches. Rouched mini-piping, free-motion quilting, puffed border, and a scalloped appliqué border finish off this delightful creation!
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Urban Doodles Steampunk Notebook Cover and Pencil Case by Kerry Finn

September 2, 2013 Kerry Finn

Use your favorite steampunk embroidery design and decorative stitches to create a designer-styled cover and pencil case for your favorite teacher or student. So easy, you can make several and stock up for holiday gift-giving. … More

Home Décor with Rachel Faucett of Handmade Charlotte

August 28, 2013 Rachel Faucett

One of my favorite things to do is spend hours on the web seeing what other creative types are doing … More

DIY Dorm Decor

August 16, 2013 WeAllSew

Want to make your dorm room feel a little more cozy and clean? Here are a whole pile of simple DIY projects to decorate and de-clutter your dorm! … More

Back-to-school Backpack Roundup

August 2, 2013 WeAllSew

August is here, and the new school year is about to begin. And back to school time means new backpack time! Here are some of our all-time favorite free backpack tutorials and patterns to get you inspired for back to school! … More

Dressed For The Beach

July 12, 2013 WeAllSew

Do you need a quick summer cover up for the beach or the pool this summer? You’re sure to like one of these free swim suit cover ups, two of which require no sewing! … More

Serged Tank Top

July 11, 2013 WeAllSew

Who said that sewing with knits is scary? This basic tank top can be your perfect introduction. Made in a flash using an overlocker/serger, it’s so easy you’ll want to make several! Useful for layering or as a stand-alone basic, this tank top will be your go-to garment come the dog days of summer.
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