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Welcome to the Sewing Inspiration & Free Tutorials Blog

I’ve been sewing long before I sold fabric, and I still love creating handmade projects. On this blog, you’ll find dozens of free sewing tutorials, tips, and inspiration for all skill levels — from quilting and dressmaking to home décor and personalised gifts.

I also share many of my step-by-step projects on my YouTube channel, so you can watch tutorials in action and follow along at home.

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Baby Jersey Romper - 2 in 1 Leggings Pattern

Baby Jersey Romper - 2 in 1 Leggings Pattern

Baby Jersey Romper - 2 in 1 Leggings Pattern

It has taken me several months of trial and error to come up with a pattern that I am happy with, but I am finally ready to share this...

Jul 27, 20204 min read

Jersey Baby Leggings Pattern - 2 in 1 Romper Pattern

Jersey Baby Leggings Pattern - 2 in 1 Romper Pattern

Jersey Baby Leggings Pattern - 2 in 1 Romper Pattern

Leggings are a wardrobe essential when you are under a year old. I have attempted a few different styles, but I am finally happy with...

Jul 27, 20203 min read

Bunting -Easy First Sewing Project

Bunting -Easy First Sewing Project

Bunting -Easy First Sewing Project

With more time at home, a new wave of crafters is emerging, which is a wonderful side effect of the crazy world we are living in. Where a...

Apr 23, 20203 min read

"How to Make a DIY No-Sew Birthday Badge: Step-By-Step Tutorial"

"How to Make a DIY No-Sew Birthday Badge: Step-By-Step Tutorial"

"How to Make a DIY No-Sew Birthday Badge: Step-By-Step Tutorial"

It doesn't take much to make a 4th Birthday Special when spending it in lockdown. Thankfully we had been organised with his main present...

Apr 6, 20202 min read

Kids Superhero Cape

Kids Superhero Cape

Kids Superhero Cape

My little man isn't massively into superheros. Thankfully he isn't hugely into anything, his favourite characters change weekly. So when...

Apr 4, 20203 min read

Jersey Baby Hat

Jersey Baby Hat

Jersey Baby Hat

I have recently been given the exciting opportunity to test out a Janome 6234XL Overlocker. It has been perfectly timed with the arrival...

Mar 9, 20202 min read

Peter Rabbit Baby Quilt

Peter Rabbit Baby Quilt

Peter Rabbit Baby Quilt

A free tutorial on how to create this baby quilt using the Peter Rabbit panel.

Mar 5, 20203 min read

Dads Lab Project Bag

Dads Lab Project Bag

Dads Lab Project Bag

My Husband had mentioned he would like the Dads Lab book for Christmas, so I thought it made a great joint present for him and my little...

Feb 28, 20203 min read

Peter Rabbit Chair Cover

Peter Rabbit Chair Cover

Peter Rabbit Chair Cover

My very easy method of covering a chair using a quilt panel.

Feb 16, 20202 min read

Applique T-Shirt Tutorial

Applique T-Shirt Tutorial

Applique T-Shirt Tutorial

An easy tutorial on how to applique onto a t-shirt with the optional extra of block printing.

Jan 19, 20203 min read

Reversible Crowns Sewing Tutorial

Reversible Crowns Sewing Tutorial

Reversible Crowns Sewing Tutorial

In true last minute style, I realised I had forgotten a gift for a few small people on the 23rd December this year. I had this idea of a...

Jan 9, 20202 min read

Nativity Costume

Nativity Costume

Nativity Costume

When George came home with a letter from nursery saying he will be playing the part of Joseph in the nursery Carol Concert, it was one of...

Dec 6, 20194 min read

Nutcracker Advent Calendar Video Tutorial

Nutcracker Advent Calendar Video Tutorial

Nutcracker Advent Calendar Video Tutorial

Stuart Hillard's Christmas collection with The Craft Cotton Company this year is my favorite! It includes 5 prints , stockings, gift bags...

Nov 13, 20195 min read

Christmas Gift Bag Tutorial

Christmas Gift Bag Tutorial

Christmas Gift Bag Tutorial

This year I am on a mission to have a plastic free Christmas. Wherever possible I want it to be single use anything free too. It always...

Oct 26, 20194 min read

Easy Christmas Advent Calendar

Easy Christmas Advent Calendar

Easy Christmas Advent Calendar

This year The Craft Cotton Company have really exceeded themselves with their Christmas fabric range. So many gorgeous prints to choose...

Jul 24, 20192 min read

Bugs and Butterfly Quilt Tutorial

Bugs and Butterfly Quilt Tutorial

Bugs and Butterfly Quilt Tutorial

Explore the tropics with this bugs and butterflies magnifying glass quit tutorial. Fabric from The Craft Cotton Company.

Jul 17, 20194 min read

Dolls House Dressing Room Tutorial

Dolls House Dressing Room Tutorial

Dolls House Dressing Room Tutorial

Dressing room dolls house tutorial. Easy steps on how to create the dressing room and the clothes to go with it.

Jun 25, 20194 min read

Fishing Game Tutorial

Fishing Game Tutorial

Fishing Game Tutorial

When George came home from nursery with Daisy Duck, his Duck groups mascot, I was instantly wondering what accessories I could send her...

Jun 16, 20194 min read

Pencil Doorstop Tutorial

Pencil Doorstop Tutorial

Pencil Doorstop Tutorial

I was asked if I could make a couple of doorstops for a school that my friend works at. I thought for ages about what I could make and...

May 8, 20194 min read

Easter Egg Hunt Game Tutorial

Easter Egg Hunt Game Tutorial

Easter Egg Hunt Game Tutorial

Being March birthdays, both my boys end up having birthdays around Easter. Which in my opinion is the best time to have a Birthday!...

Apr 10, 20196 min read

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