Although tissue boxes offer more color/print options these days, they’re never a match to my home decor. So I love this simple sewing project for a tissue box cover. What I love most about this tissue box cover is that it’s reversible. I was sticking to fall colors, but to…
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Continue ReadingI think this binder pencil pouch is a great sewing project for back-to-school and is something I wish I had growing up. The pencil case is big enough to fit a variety of stationery items, and I love how it clips into a 3-ring binder so you never have to…
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Continue ReadingI made this pattern for my 24-ounce Owala water bottle, which is about 3.1 inches wide. The finished holder is 7-1/2″ tall and 5-1/2″ wide (when flattened), so it will fit a variety of brands and sizes. This sewing pattern is intermediate. It looks like a simple design, but sewing…
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Continue ReadingNot only does this bookmark hold a pen, it also has a pocket for your reading glasses. This pen holder bookmark is 7″ tall by 3-1/2″ wide, and the elastic can be cut to length to fit a smaller book (e.g. 8″ tall) or a bigger notebook (e.g. 11-1/2″ tall).…
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Continue ReadingMany people use mason jars as glasses for hot and cold drinks. But they can become a little slippery when they get a bit of condensation on them, and hot to hold when using them for coffee or tea. So a mason jar cozy is a perfect accessory. This cozy…
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Continue ReadingThis is a simple basket to sew, and you can easily adjust the size to fit a variety of items. I wanted to give it a pillowy look, so I added 2 layers of high-loft batting, but you could use interfacing or a heavyweight fabric if you don’t like the…
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Continue ReadingI love this pillowy style, especially for a basket. It has a cozy, feminine feel and has the perfect amount of structure for a basket. I used two layers of high-loft polyester batting to create the puffy look. Of course, you can make this basket with a low-loft batting, or…
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Continue ReadingI’m not sure why this particular style of fabric basket is often called a bread basket, but I’m referencing the tied corners when I call it a bread basket, rather than its purpose. I like that it can store flat if you untie the bows. I made mine in a…
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Continue ReadingIf you’re someone who leaves their toaster on the counter and you want to keep dust out of it…and you want it to look a little cuter, a toaster cover is a must. This is an easy sewing project, and can be made even easier by skipping the bias tape…
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Continue ReadingI love this reusable tortilla warmer to replace the tin foil I previously used to cover my plate of tortillas. This pattern was created based on the construction of some of the bigger brand-name tortilla warmers. It does use a little extra bias tape than other patterns out there. But…
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Continue ReadingThis coaster is a take on my pillow coaster. It’s a little easier to sew because it doesn’t require hand-stitching the opening closed or hand-stuffing the coaster. I personally love the look of the pillow coaster, but if you want something a little more subtle, this padded coaster may be…
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Continue ReadingThese cute pockets for a napkin and utensils will add a handmade and elegant touch to your dining table. If you host a lot of dinners, this is a great sewing project to try. I would update the fabric for these to go with the seasons or popular dinner holidays…
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Continue ReadingA casserole carrier is a handy item to have if you go to a lot of potlucks or family dinners. This one is insulated, so it will protect your car seats and help keep the dish warm during travel. I created this pattern to offer something different than the other…
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Continue ReadingI love the look of these pillow coasters. The pillowy feature is more about aesthetics than it is about function. To get the true pillow look, you do need to use polyester fill, which isn’t an ideal material for heat. But I’ve used my pillow coaster to set my tea…
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Continue ReadingThis mug rug looks like it’s more complicated to sew than it is. The mitered hem looks like binding, but is much simpler to sew and still gives a detailed finish to the edges. And the mug rug looks like it has an inset square, but it’s actually just a…