A sewing machine dust cover is a sewing room essential! This free sewing machine cover pattern will show you how to make your own! It's adorable but also protects your machine from excess wear, dust and scratches. This project starts with a jelly roll! A jelly roll is a precut package of fabric with strips 2.5" wide. If you don't have a jelly roll you can cut your own strips - that's what I did! This protective cover fits over the top of the machine to keep it clean. This size will fit most standard machines include Bernina, Brother, ...Continue Reading
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how to make diy dog collar bows
Another pet post - sewing for dogs is just too fun! In today's tutorial I am going to show you how to make DIY dog collar bows for your furry friend. These are adorable for your pooch (or cat!) and are easy to slip right onto their collar. There are two bow variations in this post and both are easy to sew. The big bow version is great for a girly pup and adorable for a new puppy. Imagine a big red bow on a puppy on Christmas?! This bow is a sailor style bow with pointed tails. The second version is a bow tie style attachment that is ...Continue Reading
DIY Gift Card Holder with Cricut Felt
Gift cards are easy to give and everyone loves getting them, but I always feel like they need an extra touch. A DIY gift card holder is a cute way to give the gift a personal touch. This post has a few ways to make a gift card holder with felt or paper. You can cut these by hand or use a Cricut machine to cut the holders. This is an easy craft that even kids can do and the recipient will love the extra handmade touch! A unique or personalized gift card envelope can be given for Christmas, teacher gifts or even birthdays! Give a ...Continue Reading
mini christmas stocking pattern
Make little stockings to give as gifts! This mini Christmas stocking pattern is simple to sew and includes a free template download. I added colorful pom poms all over the stocking fronts to make them extra festive! This small Christmas stocking pattern measures about 7-8" tall, which is a great size for a little treat or a gift card during the holiday season! The mini stocking pattern is a perfect gift idea for teachers, neighbors, or even a pet stocking. The hanging loops lets you hang them on a hook or above your fireplace. ...Continue Reading
DIY Dog Bed Pattern Small to Large
Make your own DIY dog bed with this free sewing pattern. This dog bed is a cushion style dog bed that is easy to sew! Follow the dog bed tutorial and you'll end up with a sturdy, washable and adorable puppy bed! It is PAW-fect for your best friend! And make a coordinating collar bandana in this post! To make your bed extra fancy, grab some fringe or pom pom trim to create a comfy bed fit for a princess. This big pillow will keep your pup cozy all day long! The pattern includes five sizes for even the tiniest micro pooch all the ...Continue Reading
DIY Dog Poop Bag Holder
I love almost everything about having a dog. The only thing I don't like is picking up dog poo while we are out on walks, it's such a mess! But since I know it has to be done, I made a DIY dog poop bag holder to make it a little cuter and convenient! This little pouch is fun to sew and oh so cute! This DIY poop bag dispenser can be made in any cute fabric and it's the perfect size for a standard roll of poop bags! You'll be the coolest pet owner in the neighborhood! This is also the perfect accessory to make for a new dog owner - gift it ...Continue Reading
FREE baby bonnet brim pattern
I love this little bonnet for sunny days, and it's also just plain adorable! This baby bonnet brim is a quick addition to the Classic Baby Bonnet pattern! It's super easy and there are two cute ways to wear it, folded up or brim down! With summer approaching, the brimmed baby bonnet will ensure that your babe is safe from the sun! Baby Bonnet with Brim Pattern Materials for Bonnet The Classic Baby Bonnet pattern1/4 yard cotton quilting fabricLightweight fusible interfacingBrim add-on pattern, see below Bonnet ...Continue Reading
how to make a weighted blanket
We love weighted blankets in our home but they are so expensive! It's simple and easy to make your own blanket so in this post I am going to show you how to make a weighted blanket! These are great for helping you get to sleep and the weight provides extra comfort. It's easy and you can make them for your whole family! In this post I'll walk you through the materials and supplies you need and how to make a weighted blanket for a fraction of the cost of buying one! There is even a super cheap option below! I love the final result ...Continue Reading
Create Room Dreambox Review + Coupon Code
This post is a comprehensive review of the Create Room Dreambox for 2023! I've had my Dreambox for a few years now and through those years it has gone through some expansion with the addition of the Sew Station and DreamCart and transformation with the new DiviDrawers and tracks. So this review will tell you all about the DreamBox, why I love it, how I use it and how to get your own! Use the code SEEKATESEW for $100 off the DreamBox! Create Room Black Friday 2023 Sale Details Sale dates: 11/17-11/27 This year's Create Room Black Friday ...Continue Reading
Pillowcase Sewing Pattern – Easy Tutorial
You can never have enough pillowcases laying around! This easy pillowcase sewing pattern is perfect for sprucing up your bed! Make a few pillowcases for everyone on your list! I love letting my kids pick a fabric at the store for their own pillowcases. This simple pillowcase also makes a great gift and can even be used as a gift bag - just put a gift inside and tie it with a ribbon! This tutorial makes a standard size pillowcase that you can switch out whenever you want. It only takes a few stitches on your sewing machine to ...Continue Reading
About See Kate Sew
Hi! I'm See Kate Sew, aka Kate Blocher: fashion lover, fabric and pattern designer, author and mother of four. When I'm not chasing kids you can find me at my sewing table or daydreaming up new designs. My Sewing Story I learned to sew on my mom's old yellowing Kenmore machine before studying clothing design in college. My parents are both creatives and raised us in a messy, no rules home when it came to art. My dad welded figures from old car parts, dyed t-shirts with dirt and my mom is an avid knitter. They were always full of ...Continue Reading
