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Library Bag

Library Bag

This tutorial shows how to make your child their very own library bag, a great way to encourage reading! Let […]

Denim Fabric Baskets

Denim Fabric Baskets

Recycle a favorite pair of old jeans into handy little baskets. This is a great sewing project for teenagers to […]

Treasure Bags

Treasure Bags

Simple sewing skills are needed to make these handy little treasure bags. Use them as gift wrappers or to hold […]

Simple Gathered Skirt

This simple gathered skirt is an easy beginner sewing project. Make your own with your favorite fabric.

Fabric Basket with Drawstring Closure

Learn how to sew a fabric basket with a drawstring closure to keep everything contained inside. Customize it with your […]

Simple Skirt with Embroidered Denim Band

Create a simple skirt with an embroidered denim band. This sewing project is easy to make and beginner friendly.

Sports Shoe Bag

Make a sturdy drawstring bag to hold cleats or other sports shoes. This handy bag keeps everything contained, is lightweight, […]

Drawstring Gift Bag with Divider

Ditch the plastic and make a drawstring gift bag, complete with divider. The little bag is designed to comfortably hold […]

Denim Jeans Pocket Tote Bag

Make a kid-sized tote bag from an old pair of jeans and some cotton fabric. It’s the perfect size for […]

Reusable Fabric Tote Bag

Follow the detailed instructions to turn an old tablecloth or sheet into a shopping bag. This unlined, lightweight bag is […]

Tiered Skirt with Lace Ruffle

Create this easy-to-make, three-tiered gathered skirt. There’s no need to hem since it is finished with a cotton lace ruffle.

Drawstring Bag

Make your own drawstring bags to use for storage, travel, and gifts. It’s a fun project that is suitable for […]

Simple Gathered Skirt

Learn how to make a gathered skirt with the all-important twirl factor. This is a great beginner sewing project.

Easy Pencil Pouch

Make a lined, drawstring bag pencil pouch using your favorite fabric. This easy sewing project has a drawstring instead of […]

Small Lined Patchwork Drawstring Bag

Use thin scraps of fabric from your stash to make this pretty patchwork drawstring bag. This project is best for teens […]

Robot Quilt

Make this cute robot quilt for a special child in your life. There are nine appliqué templates provided.

Fabric Painted Cushions

Kids will love making their own cushion that shows off their artwork. Begin by using fabric paint to decorate fabric, […]

Sewing With Kids

This article is full of tips and factors to consider when teaching a child to use a sewing machine. Follow […]

Robot Appliqué Templates

  Add a cute robot applique to either fabric or paper crafts. There are nine different robot templates in the […]

Calico Drawstring Bags

Drawstring Bag

Make a simple Drawstring Bag with French seams. This bag requires no lining and can be made with any sturdy […]

Dots and Boxes Game

Dots and Boxes Game

Have fun sharing the classic Dots and Boxes game with your children. This simple pencil and paper game is a […]

Fabric Bookmark

Fabric Bookmark

Create a pretty fabric bookmark with frayed ends and a machine-stitched flower. This easy sewing project makes a wonderful gift!

Drawstring Bag for a French Knitting Kit

Drawstring Bag for a Spool Knitting Kit

Make this cute and practical lined drawstring bag with boxed corners. It’s just the right size for one large skein […]

Homemade Birthday Card

Homemade Birthday Card

Making a birthday card is a practical and meaningful craft activity for kids – a project with a purpose. A […]

Thumbprint Flowers

Thumbprint Flowers

All you need to make these cute thumbprint flowers are blue and yellow paint, some paper and your own thumb! […]

Thumb Printing

Thumb Printing

Turn your thumb prints into cute caterpillars, ants, or other creatures. It’s easy and fun, with so much room for […]

Drawstring Gift Bag

Drawstring Gift Bag

Create small, reusable drawstring gift bags for any occasion with this detailed tutorial. This little bag is a fun project […]

Painted Wrapping Paper

Painted Wrapping Paper

Kids will beam with pride when they give presents wrapped in wrapping paper they’ve made themselves. This post has many […]

Doll Stroller Liner

Doll Stroller Liner

Don’t throw out that old doll stroller. Make a new liner that’s stronger (and cuter!) than the original.  This project […]

Fabric Basket

Fabric Basket

How to Make a Fabric Basket… A fabric basket is a great place to store all those little bits and […]

Hair Ties

Hair Ties

This tutorial will show you how to make hair ties for your girls out of fabric covered buttons.

Small Lined Drawstring Bag

Small Lined Drawstring Bag

Tutorial showing how to make a small, lined drawstring bag… a sewing project that could be made by a teenager.

Upcycled T-shirt Cushion

Upcycled T-shirt Cushion

What do you do with your children’s clothes when they outgrow them? Here’s how to turn a special t-shirt into […]

Paper Chains

Paper Chains

Making paper chains from construction paper is a fun and educational craft activity to do with young children, who can […]

Princess Dress Up

Princess Dress Up

Make a princess dress, with the child being a big part of the collaborative process. Easily made from recycled items, […]

Alice in Wonderland Apron

Alice in Wonderland Apron

Little girls love being in the kitchen with you, but when you can pair it with a little make believe […]

Painted T-Shirt Dress

Painted T-Shirt Dress

Back to school in style! Take a plain white t-shirt, add some fabric painted flowers, attach a skirt made from […]

Fabric Letters

Fabric Letters

Fabric letters made from scraps… an educational toy, that’s fun for children. Can be used for play or hung on […]

Fabric Basket Tutorial

Fabric Basket Tutorial

Stitch up one of these cute little baskets in no time. Perfect for gift giving, just change the fabric to […]

Barbie Beach Towels

Barbie Beach Towels

Barbie and Ken will go to the beach in style with these beach towels. They are made from an aerobics […]

Doll Stroller Liner

Doll Stroller Liner

What do you do when the liner of a doll stroller breaks… make another, of course! Read on….we’ll show you […]

Fabric Easter Baskets

Fabric Easter Baskets

Whip up one of these adorable fabric Easter baskets in little time. The small size is perfect for little ones […]

Little Shopper Tote

Little Shopper Tote

Make a little shopping tote for your shopping helpers. Some sewing skills are needed to whip up this project.

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