Make a Cushion from Pre-loved Shirts ~ Tutorial

Whether you call it a cushion or a pillow, it's easy to take a bunch of old shirts and repurpose them into an item that will enhance your home decor. What's even better, this tutorial will show you just how easy it is to have a secure button enclosure on the back, by using an existing shirt placket.

Showcasing ~ Mason Jar Pincushion Tutorial

There's no such thing as too much storage in a sewing room. All the little bits and pieces that we collect need a home, and what better way to store them than in a see through jar with a pretty pincushion on top.

Showcasing ~ Upcycled Denim Triangle Bag Tutorial

Don't throw out your old jeans when they become too worn to wear, or they no longer fit. Repurpose or upcycle them and make yourself a new bag, for next to no cost at all.

Threading Your Way ~ Features

This week's features (all have been Pinned)...

A fabulous way to extend the life of kids' jeans, added to the Denim Refashioning link party. Wish I'd thought of this when my kids were little...

How to Visibly Mend a Hole by Stephanie, from Swoodson Says... this week's featured blog. Stephanie, look out for your blog button in my sidebar. Stephanie is keen to try new crafting and sewing projects.  Every month she tries something new, and encourages her readers to share what they have done. As well as sharing free tutorials, Stephanie also sells sewing patterns designed for children. 

Repurpose Pre-loved Shirts into a Shirt Quilt

Early last year I showed you how I organise my refashioning stash. In amongst the clothes waiting to be upcycled, was a bunch of 100% cotton shirts in good condtion. 18 months later and it was time to repurpose those shirts into something new - a shirt quilt.

Travel Storage Bags - made from a Pillowcase ~ Tutorial

For my last holiday, I made myself some travel storage bags to help keep my belongings organised for the week. I wanted a low cost solution and came up with a set of six bags made from just two pillowcases - shoe bags, laundry bag, socks bag, lingerie bag and t-shirt bag. Today I'll show you how I made my travel storage bags for absolutely no cost whatsoever.

Showcasing ~ Zipper Pull with Beads & Charm Tutorial

Adding a zipper pull to a bag takes the finish up a notch or two. Not only does the bag look professionally made, it also allows the zipper to be moved more easily.

Showcasing ~ Culottes Tutorial & Pattern

Culottes were very fashionable in the 60s. I owned a full length pair, and as with most culottes, they looked like a skirt when viewed from the side. Mine were made from a shiny, pale green fabric and I loved them! Today I am showcasing a free culottes pattern that can be worn below the knee, or lengthened to look like palazzo pants.

Showcasing ~ Jewellery Pouch Tutorial

If you take jewellery with you when you travel, it's a must to have something to safely hold your precious items when they're not being worn. A drawstring bag, complete with pockets, fits the bill perfectly.

Threading Your Way ~ Features

This week's features (all have been Pinned)...

A super fun project, added to the Home Decor link party. With a sew and no sew version...

How to Make a 3D Pineapple, by Sahana, from Vikalpah.... this week's featured blog. Sahana, look out for your blog button in my sidebar. As well as sewing, Sahana creates a wide variety of crafts, including edible crafts and polymer clay creations. Check out her fabulous sewing tutorials, gift wrapping ideas and her organising DIYs. 

Appliquéd Seagull Cushion

On a recent trip to see my sister, she mentioned on more than one occasion, that her seagull cushion was lonely. Time to make a second.

Handmade Card ~ Sew Your Own with a Few Fabric Scraps

I'm rather pleased with today's project, and it took all of a few minutes to make. I love it when I receive gifts that are personalised with a handmade card, so I thought I'd do the same. 

Showcasing ~ Vintage Ruffled Apron Tutorial

If you spend a lot of time in the kitchen, why not make yourself an apron that is not only functional, but looks great too. Or whip one up for someone else in your life who loves to cook. The shaped top, wide waistband and pretty ruffles give this apron a vintage flair.

Showcasing ~ Potholders with Pockets Tutorial

Potholders are an absolute necessity in the kitchen. Over time, however, they become stained and wear out. Make a new set by raiding your scrap fabric stash.