Pattern of the Month is all new today and this is the quilt pattern of the month - the Banff Quilt! This quilt is so quick to make and packs a bold, modern punch! Sign up for Pattern of the Month here! You can choose to get 1, 2 or 3 patterns each month - quilts, bags and mystery patterns! Check out this month's Bag Pattern and this month's Mystery Pattern! I had so much fun designing this quilt with a few of my favorite solid cottons. The dark yellow in this quilt is Butterscotch from Riley Blake, it's my current favorite solid ...Continue Reading
3d mask template – the most comfortable face mask
Now that masks are becoming a part of everyday life, I've been making a few different styles. I'm trying to find the most comfortable way to make them! This 3D mask template will make a protective face mask that doesn't sit right on your face for more comfort and breathability. If you are also looking for more face mask options, try this one! The 3d mask pattern is free to download below and comes in 5 sizes for kids and adults. This style is a folded style, kind of like an origami mask or a Japanese mask style. Since the mask ...Continue Reading
How to Make a Hooded Towel – with template download
There isn't much to do this summer except go to the pool! So we've been needing some extra towels. My kids all love hooded bath towels, so I thought it would be fun to make some bright summery ones for the pool! In this post I will show you how to make a hooded towel from basic towels you can find at the store! Making a hooded towel from store-bought towels is so easy! I used flamingo towels that are colorful and bright. These are from Target. You need to buy an extra towel to create the hood, but one extra towel will create 2 ...Continue Reading
18 inch doll clothes patterns – The Summer Collection!
Sewing doll clothes is always so much fun, especially for American Girl Dolls. 18 inch dolls are not tiny like Barbie clothes, so the clothes are easier to make and also quick and fun! This new printable pdf set includes five 18 inch doll clothes patterns including a basic tee, and gathered skirt plus a few to match girl's patterns! The 18" Doll Summer Collection is the Mystery Pattern of the Month for July - which is just perfect. July is the month where my kids start saying they are bored all the time so new doll clothing brings new ...Continue Reading
Create a small sewing space with the DreamCart
As you know I love my DreamBox from Create Room (formerly the Original Scrapbox) so much! It has changed my creative process because I spend so much less time looking for supplies and cleaning up! Today I'm sharing the Dream Cart which is an add-on accessory to the DreamBox but also stands alone. The DreamCart is a great option if you have a small sewing space! This post contains affiliate links. The DreamCart is available here - get $50 off with coupon code SEEKATESEWDC at checkout. I took a few photos of the DreamCart as a ...Continue Reading
DIY ironing board cover – FREE pattern
Learn how to make an ironing board cover with this free tutorial and pattern! The DIY ironing board cover is so easy to sew and so cute - use your favorite fabric to spruce up your sewing room! Get the template below and let's sew! Since I use my ironing board so much, a new cover is a nice way to refresh the experience. I always end up with a few burn marks after a while so getting rid of those is a plus! This ironing board cover is removable and washable - and it uses the pad from your previous cover. This pattern is for a ...Continue Reading
Rainbow Rope Wall Hanging Tutorial
This post, Rainbow Rope Wall Hanging Tutorial, is sponsored by Walmart Photo. We have been spending our extra time at home adding finishing touches to rooms and finally printing up photos to display! Being home has made me crave cozy, happy spaces and this yarn rainbow rope wall hanging will help you brighten up your space, too! The rainbow has clips on the back for displaying your favorite photos, making it an extra special project to do with your family. I made this fiber rainbow specifically for my girls' room, but I think it ...Continue Reading
Sew4Good: Quilts of Valor + The Americana Quilt
I'm really excited to tell you about this new Sew4Good Project: Quilts of Valor! Quilts of Valor is an established organization that provides patriotic quilts to veterans and they are always looking for sewers! So here is a post with all the Quilts of Valor info, including how to get started, quilt requirements, fabrics to use, pattern links and more! Quilts of Valor was started by a mother who noticed her son struggling with PTSD after returning from military service. A quilt may not cure PTSD but the love and appreciation that is ...Continue Reading
Graduation Gift Idea – Laundry Bag Pattern and Laundry Care Printable
This post is sponsored by Walmart Photo. Since the end of the school year and graduation have been so thrown off this year, I think it's important to honor the grads in your life a little extra! This laundry bag sewing pattern and printable laundry care guide will give high school grads the send-off they deserve and help them learn to do their own laundry! I used Walmart Photo's Same Day services to print off a few custom items - including the laundry care guide on canvas. Upload this free download to Walmart Photo for an ...Continue Reading
easy dog bandana pattern – free sewing tutorial!
We got a puppy!! Meet Rosie - our newfiedoodle pup! We're so excited to have a dog in the house! I had to make her some homemade accessories so I hope you enjoy this easy dog bandana pattern. In this post I will show you how to sew a puppy bandana from start to finish! I've done a little bit of dog sewing, like this little sweater project. But I'm excited to sew more for dogs! In this post I will show you how to sew a dog bandana scarf from the provided free pattern. This dog scarf slips over the collar before you put it on, so it's ...Continue Reading
Sew4Good: Diversity in Sewing and 20+ Fabrics to Buy!
In the wake of Black Lives Matter and current events, I have been thinking a lot about my role in preventing racism. I love the suggestion to fill your home with diverse toys, artwork and books, especially since I have little kids to teach at home. I've been looking for ways to do more of that so that my home teaches against racism. This post has a few suggestions for filling your home (well mostly sewing room!) with more diversity to promote inclusion and respect for people of all skin colors. This weekend (June 11-14), all See Kate Sew ...Continue Reading
