Sewing

Have you ever wondered how to make a makeup bag that is just so cute but not too difficult? Do you want to line it too? Are you looking for a makeup bag sewing pattern? Well how about sewing this cute makeup / cosmetic bag today. You do not need much fabric and is actually…

When you get a hole in your clothes do you panic and throw them away? Or do you attempt an invisible repair? Well, how about an alternative called visible mending? This is made really easy if you have a speedweve loom. These are sometimes known as speedweve darning looms. If you have never heard of…

Cushion covers can be so easy to make, without press stud fastenings or fiddly zips. All the skill you need is the ability to sew in a straight line. I do mine on the sewing machine but you could even do them by hand. In this tutorial I will show you how to make envelope…

Whether you call it a hair towel wrap or a hair turban towel wrap we can all agree that they are great practical additions to the bathroom. Do you want a hair towel wrap that really dries your hair well but does not cost a fortune? Well, make your own DIY hair wrap from whatever…

Whether you have a mobile phone, tablet or similar you always get fed up holding it up all the time, particularly if you are watching a video or video calling someone. So, why not sew a tablet stand from the leg of an old pair of jeans? If you want to use some other fabric…

Do you use liquid soap or shower gel? Well, most of us do. However it is much more environmentally friendly to use a bar of soap. But, it is so annoying when you drop it in the shower or bath. Well, here is your eco-friendly, zero waste solution – a toweling soap holder. You may…

Times are hard for many people at the moment. There is less money to go around and energy bills are rising. How about making yourself a draught excluder today from materials you have in your home? You can make this completely free or for very little. Whether you call it a draught excluder, draft excluder…

Do you fancy some lovely warm mittens? Perhaps you were inspired by Bernie Sander’s mittens. They looked so warm and I must admit I find mittens lovely and warm too. Whatever your inspiration you can sew a pair from some lovely thick fabric and they will work a treat. No need to be able to…

It is increasingly important that we all do everything we can to protect our planet. Lots of small acts make a big difference. One easy way is to make yourself some reusable makeup remover pads. These are made square and using scraps of fabric or old towels / robes so they are also zero waste….