FEATURED PROJECTS: BUSY HANDS – WARM HEART
Machine Cross Stitch Placemats + Napkins
Download free embroidery designs to add delicate autumn leaves to table linens (and more). Learn two hemming techniques: narrow double-fold hem with diagonal point corners plus a wider hem with full mitered corners ...
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Hand-Tied Patchwork + Sherpa Throw
We used some of the boldest, brightest fabrics from Kaffe Fassett to create this bohemian throw with a patchwork front that is bound and backed in super soft sherpa-style fleece then hand tied to finish ...
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Penny Saved Suspender Strap Apron
Unisex in color, tone, and fit, this apron would make a wonderful host/hostess gift wrapped up with some natural wooden spoons. The cool suspender buckles on the neck strap are a perfect match for its retro style ...
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Child’s Blanket and Pillow with Matching Bag
We call it our Nap-In-A-Bag: a lightweight drawstring bag that holds a bound fleece blanket and a matching pillow. This clever portable sleep set is a great option for school naps, grandma’s house, or anywhere a little rest is needed ...
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Designer Handle Tote
Combine stunning fabric with a unique handle and you can create your own signature designer style handbag for a fraction of boutique prices. Look at home décor fabrics for especially unique motifs and textures ...
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Cozy Flannel and Sherpa Scarf
Sherpa is perfect for cold weather accessories, and today’s faux fur and fleece sherpa options make it both easy and economical to add its soft texture. We paired our faux sherpa fleece with another Fall favorite: plaid flannel ...
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Pull-Through Scarf + Matching Cuffed Gloves
Super trendy: check! Super easy: double check! With a little bit of faux fur and about an hour, you can create beautiful matching scarves and cuffed gloves for yourself and anyone else on your gift list who needs to bundle up ...
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ColorBlock Poncho
Made entirely from soft, smooth flannel, this stunning poncho has the weight and drape of wool but without any of the scratchiness, so it’s perfect to wear around your face and neck. We selected seven amazing herringbone colors ...
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The Buckle Bag in Mixed Faux Leather
The step-by-step instructions for this unique bag are packed with lots of great S4H tips and tricks for working with faux leather and vinyl, including cutting, stitching, and how to keep layers to a minimum ...
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Fleece + Faux Fur Infinity Scarves
Soft and warm – the two just go together. Our double-sided infinity loop scarf is super fast and fun. And, with so many great color and design options in both fleece and faux fur, you can bundle up everyone on this year’s gift list ...
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Appliquéd Owls Playful Placemat Set
Celebrate all the Fall colors with our playful owls placemat set. We provide complete templates for all our owl and tree designs along with step-by-step instructions for how to layer and stitch. For kids – or kids at heart! ...
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Box Style Tote with Yarn Wrapped Handles
From fiery red to fresh green to golden yellow, Fall is an explosion of color. This simple box tote adds eye-catching yarn wrapped handles and hand stitched accents for a similar pop of bold color against a natural background ...
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Button Up Neck Cowl
This warm-you-up neck cowl will get you through the wicked weather in style. It’s like a mini scarf that buttons around your neck. Ours is smooth flannel on the outside and soft luxury fleece on the inside. Toasty times two! ...
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Tree Hugger Body Pillow
The construction of a body pillow is similar to a standard pillow case – just a lot bigger. We show you the easy way to use a tuck to create the look of a flap between the top and bottom sections. Great as a beginning sewer project ...
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Baby Receiving Blanket Trio
It’s a Baby Shower Power Gift that is the Goldilocks of receiving blanket options. Three different styles in one project: Baby Bear Decorative Stitch Blanket, Mama Bear Rick Rack Blanket, and Papa Bear Bound Edge Blanket ...
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Copper + Cotton Adjustable Apron
A number of colors and textures come together in this pretty apron, but each item is balanced – so they all shine together rather than one thing hogging center stage. Both the neck and waist ties are fully adjustable ...
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Canteen Style Bag in Wool + Corduroy
Bags come in all shapes and sizes, but this round canteen style is one of our favorites. It has such a great retro feel. You can pretend you're a Scout on a special outdoor expedition. Download the free pattern ...
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Faux Fur, Pelt-Cut Chair Throw
Transform a plain chair with a cover of softness and warmth. Our faux fur + suede throw is cut to resemble the natural, hourglass shape of an animal pelt. We just spotted a similar option online from a top home décor retailer! ...
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Sew Soft Cuddle® Strip Blankets
Strip piecing is a fast and easy mainstay in quilting; we’ve borrowed the technique for a bundle-y Cuddle® blanket. And, rather than using only one-directional strips, we mixed horizontal insets within the main vertical strips ...
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Canvas Slim Bag with Elbow Patch Corners
A classic leather elbow patch - it can transform a rumpled guy in a tacky corduroy jacket into a suave, crush-worthy academician. But… what else can it do? It can become a unique accent for a slim style canvas bag ...
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Sew4Home is dedicated to stylish home sewing – from bags to blankets, pillows to linens, aprons, gifts, accessories, and more. The photo above features a couple of our important furry friends who like to help out in the studio, especially when the testing of soft blankets and pillows is needed. Read on to find out more about the entire team and the philosophy behind our inspiring sewing tutorials – each designed to result in items you’ll be proud to keep, display, and use; give as gifts; or even sell. Our custom S4H patterns appeal to all levels of sewers with easy to understand instructions and gorgeous photography.
