Fashion & Apparel Sewing

Looking for a new favorite day bag? This simple Origami Bag design makes a great slouchy purse or beach bag. It can be made with any heavy weight fabric and broadcloth and can be made in different sizes. It's currently one of my favorite bags. I get compliments on it all the time and have started making ones for my friends.

New regulations at major stadiums and concert venues call for clear vinyl bags to speed up stops at security checkpoints, but the bags they sell are usually ugly and have big logos on them. So, I am going to show you how to make a clear vinyl bag that doesn't require any kind of sewing. This bag meets most stadium requirements and is a cheap and fashionable alternative to ones you can buy online. It is super easy to make and seriously, who doesn't love a no sew project?

Maxi dresses are a popular item in the summer because they are comfortable but always stylish. You can dress it up or dress it down for a casual look. In this tutorial I will show you how to make your own maxi dress out of cotton jersey.

Reusable shopping bags are the green way to go! This tote bag can be used as a grocery bag, a farmer's market bag, or a general shopping bag. The ones you buy from the grocery store tend to be pretty ugly and not that durable. By making your own, you can choose the fabric and they're stronger than the store bought bags. If you want to be able to machine wash your bags, cotton or cotton blend fabrics are good choices.

You can make aprons out of many types of fabric, but oilcloth is a great choice because you can easily wipe it clean. Plus it comes in lots of fun colors and patterns. This oilcloth apron is a great handmade gift that's actually useful. Check out our selection of oilcloth and pick some out for yourself or a friend.

Tote bags are perfect for on the go, or to take to the beach. They're simple to make and you can choose from a variety of prints or solids. The cotton fabric used is durable enough to hold everyday items including heavier things such as books.

This fleece hat with ear flaps is made with a super soft "bear skin" faux fur lining that's warm and cozy. You can also use smooth minky, sherpa minky, or another layer of fleece as a lining. This is a quick and easy project that's great for gifts for babies, children and adults, especially when paired with matching fleece mittens!

Zipper pouches of all sizes are handy to have around for carrying or organizing many different items, from cosmetics and jewelry to phones and technology accessories. This easy project is also a good introduction to zippers. So let's get started!

Learn how to make a fun and festive Santa hat using faux fur and stretch velvet fabric. This is a simple project that you can easily make for yourself, or give away as personalized handmade gifts!

These fleece mittens have a super soft bear skin faux fur lining that makes your hands feel warm and cozy. You can also use smooth minky or another layer of fleece as a lining. This is a quick and easy project that's great for gifts for children and adults, especially when paired with a matching fleece hat!

Neckties are the go-to father's day/birthday gift for men across the globe. It can be hard to find that perfect tie; the right color or print that matches with everything in his wardrobe. So, why not make it? Learn how to make a personalized necktie with this simple tutorial. We provide a pattern that you can print out, but you can also disassemble an old tie to use as a pattern.

Learn how to make a fashionable Bow Tie with this simple tutorial. Bow Ties can be worn by men, women, children, and even pets. You can easily customize your own by choosing any cotton print.

Infinity scarves are a trendy accessory that can be worn year round, depending on the weight of the fabric. They are super simple to make, so it's a great project for beginner sewers. They also make a great handmade gift! I'm using a cotton print, but a jersey knit is a popular choice because it's stretchy and has a nice drape. Lightweight fabrics, like gauze, chiffon, or stretch lace are perfect for warm weather.

Holes in the jeans? That's pretty common for most people who love their jeans and wear them out so much that it can create holes. I know, I'm one of them! In this tutorial I took an old pair of my jeans that had a hole in the crotch area and turned them into a jean skirt! I hate throwing clothes away and I always look to see how I can upcycle something to save it from going into the trash.

Kimonos are comfy and easy to wear with almost anything. This kimono is made out of chiffon fabric making it light and flowy. You can use other fabrics like voile and charmeuse for the same weight and flow. By using a sheer fabric it makes the Kimono breathable and allows the garments underneath to show through. You can also wear it as a bathing suit cover-up.

Learn how to adjust the length of tank top straps using this simple tutorial. If your tank top's too low-cut or it's gaping at the top, making the straps shorter is a really easy way to fix it. This method works on any garment with similar strap styles. Having a friend to help you out is great, but you can do it yourself by taking it on and off to make adjustments to the pins until you're happy.

This super simple tutorial shows you how to let out a buttoned shirt so it's less restricted in the bust area. You can move just a few select buttons, but we adjusted all of them so they look uniform.

This simple tutorial shows you how to make a circle skirt with a zipper using a versatile décor fabric. By using a drapery fabric, it gives the skirt more weight and volume. You can also use cotton broadcloth or linen.

Hemming a gown with multiple layers can be tricky and time consuming. In this tutorial, Jen shows you how to hem a gown with tulle and a lining underneath without any hassle.

Learn 2 simple ways to upcycle old t-shirts into light and comfy workout tank tops. There are many ways to turn t-shirts in to workout tanks, but these are really quick and easy because they involve no sewing.

In this tutorial I'll be showing you how to hem a pair of jeans using the original hem line. By using this method, you can't even tell that the jeans were hemmed.

Protect your glasses from the elements with this easy eyeglass case, made from vinyl with a velvet lining. You can use this simple DIY project to make cases for your prescription glasses, reading glasses, and sunglasses. You can use any fabric you'd like on the outside, but make sure your lining fabric is soft.

This no sew jersey scarf can be worn with different outfits all year round. You can wrap it around once or twice depending on the look that you want, and it's lightweight and super easy to make.

Lace maxi skirts are great for spring and summer because they're light and breathable. This maxi skirt has a stretchy spandex lining, making it easy to wear. You could also make a skirt like this for colder weather if you extend the length of the lining.

Gauze scarves like this one are perfect for spring because they're lightweight and versatile. You can also wear it as a head wrap.

Tulle skirts aren't just for kids! Today I'm going to show you how to make an adult-size tulle skirt that involves no sewing. You can make it a solid color or use alternating colors. This skirt uses a ribbon around the waist, but you can also use elastic.

Rain ponchos are great to have to help protect your hair and clothing from the rain. The one I'm going to make is a short poncho with a hood. Nylon is the best to use because it's lightweight and waterproof. You can also use a lightweight clear plastic or even an old shower curtain.

Workout tanks are easy to make and comfortable to move in while exercising. I'm going to show you how to make a muscle tank top that is breathable when working out. Cotton jersey is best to use because of its stretch and flexibility. You can leave the back as is or gather together like I did for more of a design.

There are many different styles for making ponchos. I'm going to make a winter poncho with a cowl neck that can also be worn as a hood. Fleece works well because it's soft and warm making it very cozy to wear.

A jewelry organizer is a great way to hold all your jewelry together in one place without it all getting tangled. This quick and easy jewelry organizer is made from an old frame. The lace is for earrings, and the ribbon is for bracelets and necklaces. You can hang this frame or lean it up against a wall.