Showcasing ~ Refashion a Sweater into a Cardigan ~ Tutorial

It's too hot at the moment in Australia to be thinking about sweaters or cardigans, but if you live in the Northern Hemisphere, today's showcased tutorial is for you...

Showcasing ~ Denim & Wool Woven Hearts Garland ~ Tutorial

It's less than a month till Valentines Day. For something different, make a garland of woven hearts.

Showcasing ~ 0s and Xs Travel Game in a Bag ~ Tutorial

Whether you call it Noughts and Crosses, or Tic Tac Toe, this is a timeless game. In its simplest form, all you need is pencil and paper to play. Today's version can be played anywhere - small and light to carry, not to mention, quick and easy to make.

How to ~ Add a TAB to the Top of a Grocery Bag or any Tote

I like to add a tab to the top of my shopping bags. It helps when packing the groceries at the checkout.

Goodbye 2018 ~ Hello 2019

The third day of the new year is just about to finish here in Australia. I thought I'd start of 2019's blogging by showing you some of my most popular posts from last year.

Seasons Greetings

There's been absolutely no sewing or blogging happening in recent times. I've featured and showcased several projects, as well as sometimes updating the Daily Free Tutorial over there in the sidebar, but that's about it.

Featuring ~ Denim Jeans Apron

Denim is such a sturdy fabric, making it perfect for repurposing and refashioning. Today's featured project is an apron made from an old pair of denim jeans. 

Showcasing ~ Circle Skirt with Directional Fabric ~ Template

Little, and not so little girls love the all important twirl factor of a circle skirt. There's a problem with directional fabrics and circle skirts, however - the print will end up being upside down at the back. Today's showcased tutorial shows how to overcome that problem to successfully make a circle skirt using directional fabric, with the added bonus of being able to use smaller cuts of fabric. 

Showcasing ~ Pinch Grip Oven Mitt ~ Pattern & Tutorial

Protection from hot surfaces is a must when working in the kitchen. Every home needs them, so why not whip up a set this Christmas.