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Evergreen Cheer: Make a Vintage-Style Christmas Tree Quilted Door Banner
Bring a touch of nostalgic holiday charm to your home with a handmade Christmas Tree Quilted Door Banner. This project draws on a classic quilt block first published in the Kansas City Star Newspaper nearly a century ago and reimagines it for modern makers. With its simple piecing and timeless design, you can create a striking door or wall accent that feels both traditional and fresh — the perfect backdrop for the season’s festivities.
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Layer Cake Loop - Shortcut Quilt - Free PDF Pattern and Video Tutorial
This is the simple and delightful beginner quilt that can showcase large, bold prints beautifully! This simple and fast quilt is ideal for beginners and perfect for showcasing your favorite BIG prints! The Layer Cake Loop Quilt pattern is available in four sizes: lap, twin, queen, and king. This FREE pattern is excellent when you prefer not to cut your beautiful fabric prints...
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From Fabric to Function: A Free Guide to Sewing Stylish Bag Straps
Sewing bag straps can feel like a small detail, but they make a huge difference in both the look and functionality of a handmade bag. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced sewist, knowing the right techniques ensures your straps are strong, durable, and stylish.
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Crochet a Skull Granny Square Bag - Free Pattern and Tutorial
Add a bold twist to your handmade style with this gothic crochet bag featuring skull-patterned granny squares. Perfect for Halloween or everyday wear, this skull granny square bag pattern from Loopara blends traditional crochet techniques with a dark, alternative aesthetic. Spacious, durable, and designed to stand out, it’s the ideal handmade gothic accessory for anyone who loves edgy, eye-catching fashion.
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6 Easy Methods for Sewing Bag Bottoms
Sewing different bag bottoms opens up endless possibilities for your bag-making projects. Whether you want a simple tote or a designer-inspired handbag, these six techniques will help you create bags that are sturdy, stylish, and practical.
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Leafy Table Runner – A Cozy Quilted Accent for Autumn - Free Applique Pattern and Tutorial
A quilted table runner decorated with graceful leaf designs has a certain autumnal vibe. The Leafy Table Runner designed by Donna Jordan for Jordan Fabrics is a wonderful way to bring warmth and seasonal charm to your home. Its' design celebrates the beauty of nature with intricate leaf patterns, making it a timeless piece that fits beautifully across dining tables, coffee tables, or sideboards.
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How to Sew a Double-Sided Zipper Pouch – Free Scrap-Friendly Project with Two Pockets
This free sewing tutorial by Christine's Home Affairs shows you how to create a practical and stylish double-sided zipper pouch that’s perfect for using up fabric scraps. With two separate zippered pockets in one compact pouch, it’s an excellent way to stay organized.
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Granny Rose Crochet Slippers – Free Pattern by DROPS Design and a Free Video Tutorial
If you love projects that blend beauty and comfort, the Granny Rose Crochet Slippers are a fantastic choice. This FREE pattern from DROPS Design combines the classic granny square with soft, colorful yarn to create comfy slippers for all seasons.
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Plaid Flannel Tote Bag for Fall – Free Sewing Tutorial
Embrace cozy fall style with the Plaid Flannel Fall Tote Bag, a free sewing tutorial from Orange Bettie. Crafted from plaid flannel and accented with faux leather rouleaux handles, this generous 22″ × 13.5″ tote is roomy enough for a laptop, market haul, or daily essentials.
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Pencil Case with Divider - Free Sewing Tutorial
A FREE sewing tutorial from the brilliant sewingtimes that demonstrates how to create a clever, organized pouch designed to store pens and pencils. This project is notable for its well-considered design, featuring a roomy main compartment and an integrated inner divider with pencil slots, making it perfect for keeping writing tools neat and within reach...
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Easy Lunch Bag Sewing Tutorial for Beginners
A free sewing video tutorial on creating a simple lunch bag without zippers or hardware, making it an economical project for back-to-school or a lunch bag for work. This lunch bag is crafted using canvas, muslin, and webbing.
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The Fortune Cookie Purse - Retro Reticule – Free Sewing Tutorial
The FREE Retro Reticule sewing tutorial from eSheep Designs puts a fresh spin on the early 19th-century "reticule" purse. While keeping its signature drawstring-inspired form, this version features a sleek crescent shape that morphs from a flat "fortune cookie" into a charming evening clutch once loaded.
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The Shaker Zipper Pouch - Free Sewing Tutorial
This tutorial for a lined zipper pouch is not your typical pouch project. The Shaker Zipper Pouch from Studio 7t7 is an exciting project that blends functionality with a fun design. Whether you're creating it for yourself or as a gift, this zippered pouch will captivate with its unique features and chic appearance.
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How to Sew a Pen Holder Bookmark - Beginner Friendly
In this FREE comprehensive video tutorial, Stacey Lee Creative walks you through sewing a fabric bookmark that also includes a pen holder—it's practical, fun, and perfect for beginners! Sew a quick and easy pencil holder bookmark with your favorite fabric scraps!
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Eco-Friendly Mini Tote – Simple Sewing Tutorial
Our Friday Freebie this week is a free video tutorial from the Sewing Times for this handy mini tote bag with an alternative yet very simple method for creating and attaching handles to a bag. This mini tote bag features a practical interior pocket, combining style with functionality. This enjoyable and straightforward sewing project is ideal for beginners!
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Friday Freebie: Easy Modern Puff Quilt Tutorial
For this weeks' Friday Freebie we present a simple puffy quilt pattern and a free video tutorial featuring a blend of PURE Solids from AGF with a vintage feel. This quilt, perfect for beginners, is bound to encourage you to bring vibrant colors into your home. Introduce a playful element to this straightforward strip-pieced quilt by adding stuffing, making it soft and cozy. Finished Size: approx. 45” x 57”.
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Patriotic Red White + Blue Flag Quilted Pillow Tutorial + FREE Pattern
This quilted American Flag Pillow is an accessible yet impactful sewing project—a perfect way to show a patriotic spirit or add artisan charm to your living space. Whether you're new to sewing or an experienced quilter, the completed 12 1/4” x 18” American flag pillow will undoubtedly provide a sense of pride and cozy comfort.
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How to Sew a Tissue Holder: Easy Sewing Tutorial - Friday Freebie
A quick and practical sewing project! In this FREE video tutorial from Ae PooiM, you'll learn how to sew a larger version of a fabric tissue holder—perfect for keeping tissues handy in your home, office, car, camper, or even in your travel bag. This revised design provides more space compared to the standard size, making it perfect for those seeking functionality. Add a wrist strap?
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