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Everyone knows that the best gifts are those given from the heart. And what could be more from the heart than something created especially for that person? Here you can find tutorials on fantastic gifts that you can make yourself for adults or children!

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How to Sew a DIY Pillow Bed for the Floor

September 14, 2021
The easiest floor pillow bed DIY tutorial! Repurpose a sheet and stuff it with 4 standard bed pillows. A great easy sewing project for beginners! Awesome DIY gift for kids and adults!

I love snuggling down at home to read a book, watch a movie, or solve a sudoku. This is why I have a lot of tutorials for making pillows on this blog. So it was only natural for me to sew DIY pillow bed for …

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DIY Fringe Cloth Napkins (beginner’s sewing, no mitered corners!)

August 22, 2020April 20, 2020
These DIY fringe cloth napkins are super easy, perfect for beginners, with no mitered corners or hems, just simple zig zag stitches and fun fringed edges! #diyclothnapkins #diynapkins #clothnapkins #beginnersewing

Anyone who reads this blog knows how much I love washable products that substitute disposables. I know that cloth menstrual pads and cloth toilet paper aren’t for everyone, but some reusable items are really simple to use and take care of. Which is why today …

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DIY Beaded Napkin Rings with Elastic Cord

April 22, 2020April 16, 2020
Make these easy DIY beaded napkin rings with wooden beads and elastic cording to keep your family’s cloth napkins in order! Make a set so that you can color code everyone’s napkins without mixing them up! A full set of handmade cloth napkins and napkin holders make a great DIY gift! #beadednapkinrings #diynapkinrings

I do my best to avoid using disposable products, which is sometimes easy and sometimes complicated. One of the easiest to use, though, are cloth napkins, which I’ve used for about 12 years now. And what better way to keep your family’s napkins separate than …

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Conversation Heart Valentine’s Day Keychain Sewing Tutorial

February 28, 2020January 27, 2020
This Valentine's Day keychain sewing tutorial will let you make a unique gift for your loved ones! Use upcycled fabric and simple embroidery for an eco-friendly present saying “I love you!” #valentinesdaysewing #valentinesdaygift #sewingtutorial

V-Day is coming up soon, so it’s time for all DIY projects to start featuring hearts and pink and the word “LOVE.” And, seeing as love is indeed what makes the world go round, today I have a fun Valentine’s Day keychain sewing tutorial to …

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DIY Neck Pillow Template PDF Download + Tutorial

September 12, 2019July 29, 2019
Kids love sewing and it’s easy with this neck pillow template pdf download! The free sewing pattern includes two sizes + carry strap, and is a fantastic and easy project for kids to sew by hand! Everyone loves travel neck pillows, and now you can make a customized one! #diypillows #neckpillowpattern #diyneckpillow #diytravelpillow

Guys, it’s once again Sew a Softie Month, and I’m so excited! Every year Trixi from Coloured Buttons organizes a month-long extravaganza during which sewing bloggers publish tutorials for stuffed projects that kids can sew. How amazing is that? Learning to sew teaches kids important …

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How to Hand Sew a Scrunchie for your Hair

July 18, 2019July 18, 2019
Learn to hand sew a scrunchie to put your hair in a comfortable ponytail. All you need are basic beginner hand sewing skills to rock one of the best fashions of the 80s! #diyscrunchie #handmadescrunchie

Raise your hand if you’re an 80’s child! Or an 80’s teenager or an 80’s adult! If you were alive in the 80’s you know all about fashion staples of that decade: massively oversized T-shirts, legwarmers, pegged jeans and  puffy and wrinkly fabric covered hair …

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DIY Beaded Crochet Earrings Tutorial

June 19, 2019March 28, 2019
Quanto sono sfiziosi questi accessori unici?! Impara come fare orecchini all'uncinetto con perline. Istruzioni semplici anche per principianti! Ottimi da regalare a tutte le amiche! #orecchinialluncinetto #orecchinifaidate

I have this thing about beads and yarn. It’s just a winning combination. You might remember years ago that I made about a gazillion beaded knit necklaces for me and pretty much every woman that I know. Which is why, when DMC contacted me to …

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Hand sewn plush heart pillow with pocket

January 31, 2020February 4, 2019
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with love notes inside the pocket of this hand sewn plush heart pillow! The free pattern is easy enough for beginners and children to sew by hand or by sewing machine. #valentinesdaysewing #vdaysewing #kidssew

I always say that ANYONE can sew, and that goes for kids, too. This is why I love Sew a Softie, the wonderful recurring event created by Trixi from Coloured Buttons. My children and I participated in Sew a Softie last summer with a pattern and tutorial …

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How to Sew a Fabric Valentine’s Day Banner

September 8, 2020January 24, 2019
Che bello! Come cucire un festone per San Valentino con ritagli e lo sbieco. Ottima decorazione handmade che esprime l’amore ai tuoi cari il 14 febbraio o ogni giorno! #sanvalentino #decorazionisanvalentino #sanvalentinofaidate

Yep, you might’ve noticed that I’ve been ever-so-slightly obsessed with banners these days. I just can’t help it! Ever since I created my “Celebrate! Banner” pattern last year, I’ve been making every possible type of bunting, both for me and to give to loved ones. …

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FREE Doll Mermaid Costume Sewing Pattern

December 17, 2018December 17, 2018
Questo piacerebbe tanto a mia figlia! Se realizzi vestiti per le bambole, questo cartamodello GRATIS fa per te! Cuci una coda da sirena per bambole fai da te con un reggiseno a conchiglia! #codadasirena #bambole #bamboledistoffa #sirena

Mermaids, unicorns, rainbows… these protagonists of fun fantasy are all the rage these days, especially if they have glitter and shine! So when asked for a guest post for the website Fleece Fun, I decided to share my FREE doll mermaid costume sewing pattern that I’ve …

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Easy no sew felt snowflake ornaments from sweaters

November 17, 2020December 3, 2018
Create the magic of snowfall inside your home, but without the cold! Make these no sew felt snowflake ornaments from a surprising repurposed material: felted wool sweaters! Hang them on the Christmas tree or string them as a garland or from the ceiling for a magical decorative effect! #diysnowflake #feltsnowflake #snowflakechristmasornament

What is it about snow that is so magical?! Is it the soft ting of cold as it hits your skin? Or the bright twinkle snowflakes make in the sun? The muted sounds right after snow has fallen? The sensation of catching frozen bits of water …

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DIY Greetings: Free Printable Holiday Cards with Cutouts

November 17, 2020November 26, 2018
Invia cari pensieri handmade a famiglia e amici con questi biglietti di Natale fai da te da stampare GRATIS! Usa una perforatrice per un bel motivo! Un progetto semplice per tutte le abilità! #bigliettidinatale #bigliettidinatalefaidate #bigliettidiauguri

Last year I spent many agonizing months suffering through acute anxiety disorder and recurring panic attacks. It was a really, really bad time for me, and one part of my path to healing was communicating with people more and connecting with them on a deeper …

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How to Sew a Pennant Banner with Letters and Words

December 3, 2018November 13, 2018
Learn how to sew a pennant banner with appliqued letters and words to add colorful joy and festivity to your party or everyday life! Link to pattern in 5 shapes and 4 sizes! #diybanner #handmadebanner #cucicucicoopatterns

Everyone loves celebrating, right?! And if you love decorations to add happiness and festivity to your home, holiday or party, learn how to sew a pennant banner so that you can customize it to your personal needs! These banners are easy and a perfect project for …

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DIY Christmas Ornament Kits for Children – Great Holiday Gift!

November 17, 2020November 5, 2018
Looking for a fun and crafty gift for the kids in your life? These DIY Christmas ornament kits are easy to make with scraps of felt or felted wool sweaters and bits of ribbon. Package them up with the printable instruction sheet, and the children can make their own personalized baubles to hang on the tree! #diychristmas #diycraftkit #diycraftkits

Last year my kids and I cut up a few old felted wool sweaters in my collection to make handmade felt Christmas tree ornaments to give to our loved ones at Christmas. But partway through, I realized that an even better gift for the families …

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Sew a mermaid tail blanket: Sea Snuggler Pattern Release

October 23, 2018October 22, 2018
Want to learn how to sew a mermaid tail blanket? The reversible Sea Snuggler sewing pattern has you covered, with two fin and two waistband options and 16 sizes for children and adults! Plus a shark tail modification for boys! #mermaidtailpattern #mermaidblanket #cucicucicoopatterns

Have you noticed all those cool mermaid tail blankets on Pinterest these days? You can buy them everywhere, or you can take your pick of loads of crochet patterns to make them. But what if you want to learn how to sew a mermaid tail …

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DIY Doll Diapers – Free Pattern + Tutorial!

September 17, 2018September 17, 2018
Accessorize your child’s favorite dolls and stuffed animals with these easy DIY doll diapers! Use the free pattern, fleece and velcro and the imaginative fun and role playing can begin! #dolldiaper #diydolldiaper #dolldiaperpattern #dollclothes

I started sewing regularly around the time my daughter was born, 12 years ago, and for years most of what I sewed was for her, between reusable cloth diapers and wipes, bibs, bassinet and crib bedding, toys, and so on. I also sewed all sorts …

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DIY Printable Travel Game Book for hours of fun!

July 16, 2018July 16, 2018
Niente più bambini annoiati con questo libro con 5 giochi da viaggio da stampare! Scarica e stampa pagine di Forza 4, Battaglia Navale, L’impiccato, Punti e linee, e Tris e crea un libro semplice per tutti i bimbi della famiglia! #viaggiareconbambini #giochidaviaggio

It’s summer, which means that there’s a lot of family travel which, in turn, means that there are a lot of bored kids on long trips. When my children are bored silly on plane or train rides, or waiting for adults to do something adult-ish, …

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How to Make DIY Vintage Tile Coasters (no scratch!)

April 7, 2020January 22, 2018
Protect your furniture from scratches and water stains with these incredibly fast and easy DIY vintage tile coasters with repurposed sweater felt bottoms! #diycoasters #vintagetiles

What could possibly be more comforting and peaceful than a nice, hot cup of tea on a cold winter day? As far as I’m concerned, snuggling up under blankets with a good book and some good tea is pretty much the best soothing to the …

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DIY felt Christmas tree ornaments for kids from repurposed sweaters

November 17, 2020December 18, 2017
Let your children make their own holiday gifts for others with these easy DIY felt Christmas tree ornaments for kids! Use the free pattern to cut out three shapes from repurposed felted sweaters and decorate! So much fun and eco-friendly! #diychristmasornaments #feltedsweaters

I am a strong believer that children should give gifts to others. No, I’m not saying that they have to save up their pocket money to purchase gifts, but that they should make something with love and care that can be shared with the people …

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Make a no sew felt poinsettia from felted sweaters

November 17, 2020November 29, 2017
Felt your old wool sweaters in the washing machine and turn them into a no sew felt poinsettia! All it takes are scissors and a glue gun for this easy and festive holiday decoration! #feltedsweaters #diypoinsettia

Well, Thanksgiving is over, it’s starting to get pretty dang chilly out, the days are shorter, and my family is starting to get excited for the holiday season! One of my favorite holiday crafting materials is felt because it’s just so easy to use in …

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