canvas tote bag pattern finished
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Cute and Easy Canvas Tote Bag Pattern You Will Use Often

ByConnie Terry

My sweet niece popped her head into my sewing room and asked how hard it would be to make a canvas tote bag pattern. I found a really simple pattern and sent her off to Hobby Lobby to find some duck cloth fabric. She found really cute fabric and wanted to learn how to sew….

Reversible Japanese knot bag in purples and yellow
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Easy Japanese Knot Bag Pattern You Can Make In an Hour

ByConnie Terry

This Japanese Knot bag pattern is super fun to make.  You can make this reversible bag using fat quarters and definitely in a few hours.  You will love how easy it is and how cute it is. You can download the pattern piece for the bag in our library so you can print the paper…

finished bento bag pattern with yellow fabric and pink flowers
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Easy Bento Bag Pattern Which You Can Make In 30 Minutes

ByConnie Terry

My niece has fallen in love with sourdough bread, and she walked into the house and asked how hard it would be to make a bento bag. I had to do a search on Pinterest to figure out what it is. I had honestly never heard of that bag.  It can also be called an…

book pillow pattern finished with turqiose pillow and flowered fabric for pockets.
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Book Pillow Pattern: 30-Minute Easy Beginner Sewing Project

ByConnie Terry

Do you ever go down the rabbit hole of Pinterest?  Well as I was doing that I saw the cutest idea for my great grand baby. a book pillow pattern that is perfect for her to put her books and a small baby doll.  I love how it turned out. It’s such a great gift…

pink polka dots with circle of primary colors in middle of this 10 minute table runner pattern
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Easy 10 Minute Table Runner For Beginners

ByConnie Terry

I wanted some cute spring decor for my table and came across this video on a 10 minute table runner. I thought that sounded a little crazy, but low and behold you can make a 10 minute table runner.  It’s such a great project with a center panel which is your feature fabric and a…

hanging kitchen towel pattern with a red/white towel, flowered ruffle on bottom and pink ribbon
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Easy Hanging Kitchen Towel Pattern You Can Make In 1 Hour

ByConnie Terry

I was needing new towels for my kitchen and couldn’t find a hanging kitchen towel I loved. I came across this pattern and adapted this hanging kitchen towel pattern to match my kitchen.  I love that you can easily make this in an hour or less. I used kitchen towels and fabric from Amazon. You…

Valentine Sewing Projects
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7 Easy Valentine Sewing Projects To Sew In A Weekend

ByConnie Terry

We love these 7 Valentine sewing projects that are simple to make and make easy Valentine projects. Fabric Envelope Valentine Sewing Projects pattern: Fabric Envelope We saw these envelopes and knew we had to make a few. Rachel has 5 grandkids and said she would love to make them. They make the perfect handmade gift for…

Sewing Handbag Patterns
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8 Sewing Handbag Patterns

ByConnie Terry

You can create your own tote bags, handbags, and other fabric bags with these awesome free bag sewing handbag patterns. You can never have enough bags, especially when they’re as fashionable as these!  Our team has compiled the ultimate collection of my all-time favorite bag patterns just for you. These DIY bags and purse patterns offer…

15 Christmas Gifts To Sew: Easy Handmade Gift Ideas
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15 Christmas Gifts To Sew: Easy Handmade Gift Ideas

ByConnie Terry

Handmade gifts hold a unique charm that can’t be replicated by store-bought items. There’s something truly special about putting in the time and effort to create a personalized gift for someone you care about. You will love these 15 Christmas gifts to sew. With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s the perfect time to break…

tote bag patterns
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17 Easy Sewing Projects for Beginners: Free Patterns

ByConnie Terry

Maybe you’ve just acquired a new sewing machine (or rediscovered an old one tucked away in your closet), and you’re eager to start creating fabulous projects. However, the learning curve can be intimidating when you’re just starting out. No worries, we have compiled easy sewing projects for beginners.  Sewing doesn’t have to feel hard or…