It’s no secret: I love selfish sewing. Now, that’s not saying that I spend all my time sewing for myself. In fact I get sew for myself less than for the kids, the house, or anyone else. But when I finally push all those other projects aside to sew for myself, it makes me so happy!
So here I’m sharing my 9 favorite tutorials. I’m crazy about them. In fact, I have been using my For Pleats SakeTote (top middle tutorial) for a couple years now and I still get compliments on it.
You can go to the tutorials by clicking the pictures above or the names in the list below.
(the Nora Clutch pattern has disappeared from the web. Sorry)
p.s. You probably already know this, but I love selfish sewing so much I even co-wrote a book about it… it’s full of tutorials from my favorite bloggers. Read about Just for You on Amazon here.
Sew an organizer covered with pockets that you can hang in your closet! This easy sewing project is great for organizing sewing and craft supplies, fashion accessories, bathroom necessities, gift wrappings, and more. There are pockets on both sides plus a big interior pocket so every bit of space is used. I’ll show you easy step by step instructions for sewing this organizer and putting it to use in your home. Get sew organized today.
Are you sewing a Closet Organizer with me? I hope so! This is Part 2 of our free sewing tutorial for an amazing organizer with a coat hanger inside so you can hang it anywhere.
If you are getting started, make sure you start at Part 1 of the free pattern.
Be a basketmaker! Sure, you can sew, but did you know that you can make amazing baskets too using your sewing machine, some fabric and the same materials that you use for your other projects?
Have you fallen in love with Quilt as You Go yet? It’s a fun technique for quilts, of course, but I’m having lots of fun using it for pouches and tote bags too.
I’m so excited to share with you the pattern for our first mini quilt of 2018… Flora! This beautiful little quilt was designed by the very talented Lauren of Molly & Mama…
At my daughter Chloe’s high school (can you believe my baby started high school???), the lunch lines are so long that she has been skipping lunch! She’s always starving by the time she gets home because she doesn’t want to carry a big lunch bag as well as her heavy backpack – poor girl!
Looking for free table runner patterns? I gathered up all my favorites in one place – here are free quilt patterns for table runners for fall, winter, spring and summer!
I am so in love with the beautiful look of simple patchwork quilts with lots of squares. This is the perfect way to use up fabric scraps like I did, or you can make a beautifully coordinated quilt with pre-cut 2 1/2’’ square fabric pieces that come in mini-charm packs.
I’m also in love with the process. If you feel like quilt making is your escape from the world and sitting down to sew for a few hours makes your troubles fade away… this is the quilt for you!
Sew an easy beautiful apron with this free sewing pattern that only uses one yard of fabric! Whether you are sewing for yourself or for a friend, an apron always comes in handy and makes a great gift. This blog post includes a link to a free template that I digitized for you.
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Sew a pool chair cover with a pillow and so many features! It will keep your pool chair clean and comfy – and have pockets for all your things. This fun sewing project uses a new beach towel and some fabric to make the perfect pool chaise cover.
I love this clever Piecekeeper pouch for you to store and carry all your project pieces or supplies! I think it would be great for kids and arts or craft items too. The handy zippered bag with attached handle is…
Here’s a bag you can sew that doubles as both a tote and a backpack! It’s perfect for kids and adults and teens too. Take it to the library, the beach, and the grocery store. This easy sewing pattern includes templates and easy to follow instructions with photos.
It’s week two of our sewalong already! If you’re just joining us, there’s still plenty of time to catch up because last week the only assignment was to post a picture of your ‘pile of scrap’ to the facebook event…
I LOVE my new Japanese Knock-Off Tote Bag! This free sewing tutorial will show you how to make a beautiful patchwork tote with pockets on the inside. Or an adorable tote with pockets on the outside and patchwork on the inside. Choosing how to sew it is up to you!
Check out these free sewing tutorials for baskets, organizing caddies, pretty covers for your machines, and more! Use your sewing machine to make something that will help and inspire others. Sewing is not only a passion and love of mine…but it is so useful in a million different ways.
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That Nora Clutch is still one of my favorites too! I really need to go back and make another one… 🙂
Please contact Kate from See Kate Sew. Since Craftsy/Bluprint went down many pattern designers (myself included) are having to find a new spot to host our pattern templates. We are scrambling to replace hundreds of links. If you let her know that you would like that pattern – she’ll make it a priority. 🙂
That Nora Clutch is still one of my favorites too! I really need to go back and make another one… 🙂
That Nora Clutch is still one of my favorites too! I really need to go back and make another one… 🙂
The Nora Clutch link doesn’t work.
It appears that the Nora Clutch has disappeared from the web – that blog is no longer available. Sorry!
The hat pattern is not available!!
Please contact Kate from See Kate Sew. Since Craftsy/Bluprint went down many pattern designers (myself included) are having to find a new spot to host our pattern templates. We are scrambling to replace hundreds of links. If you let her know that you would like that pattern – she’ll make it a priority. 🙂