Who says the food shows have to have all the challenges? Audition for Moda’s Sliced competition for a chance to compete in a 4 person online challenge!

If you need a hot, steamy potato, fast use a potato bag and your microwave (these are fairly expensive in stores, but are easy and inexpensive to whip up yourself).

Create a stunning skirt: The Chevron Pencil Skirt.

Have an over abundance of buttons and not enough projects to use them all on? Make some button cuffs instead.

We’ve been spoiled by cup holders – even my daughter complains that the cup is too hot. Keep your beverages warm and your fingers un-burned by stitching up some of these Button-up Cup Cozies.

A great way to use up scraps, showcase fun prints, and carry your essentials: Patchwork Wristlet.

If your weather has been like ours, it’s been warm enough for eating outside. While it’s still a little early to think ahead to summer and picnics, it’s not too early to start sewing for them – so why not stitch up some fun Picnic Caddies (you’ll need to scroll down the entry to get to the tutorial)?

I’m not really sure that this skirt screams ‘rock ‘n roll’, but I like how this tutorial transforms a pair of men’s pants into a ruffled skirt.

Need a quick pair of play (or pool) shorts? Grab two bandannas and sew up some pants!

Who needs a bear skin rug when you have felt?

Clever tutorial for a fish-to-sushi plush.

Keep your necklaces neat and your earrings always handy with this easy Hanging Jewelry Organizer.

Valentine’s day is just around the corner. What a better way to spend the holiday than sewing up one of these Loveable Retro Playsuits.

If you’re looking for a challenging, but gorgeous handbag to sew up this weekend, you definitely need to check out Urban Jungle. It’s hard to believe this is a free tutorial.

Finding a handmade project for men can sometimes be difficult. This wallet not only recycles a leather skirt, but is just for the guys. Of course, while you’re at it, why not whip up something for yourself like this organizer wallet?

This project for recycled paper baskets makes me wish I had a lot of scraps laying around – it’s adorable!

It’s not a party until there’s a cat in a party hat. Seriously, though, this is one cute project.

Sometimes an ‘ordinary’ project can look ‘extraordinary’ when it’s made in just the right fabric. Sew4Home’s cedar sachet is a great example – turning a simple scented pouch into something that would look beautiful hanging in your closet.

If your winter is anything like ours, it’s feeling almost spring-like some days – so it’s never to early to think ahead to those warm summer nights sitting outside. Now’s a great time to start making a few Pipe Sling Chairs for the kids!

Recycle a pair of jeans into a ruffled project bag.

Two skirts in one. Learn how to sew a reversible scalloped hem skirt.

Who says monsters have to be scary? This monster pillow is definitely on the adorable side!

Ever wondered what you could do with large covered buttons besides make a button? Why not try stitching up a cute, tiny coin purse!

This is probably one of cleanest looking designs (perfect for guys) for an iPad Sleeve I’ve seen. Plus it comes with a removable strap so it’s easy to carry around.

Machine covers\cozies don’t’ just look great, but keep dust off your valuable equipment. This one does both, perfectly.

Is anyone else’s lips getting chapped this winter? Keep your lip balm on hand with this handy Chapstick Cozy Keychain.

Every year, right around Valentine’s Day, I tell myself, I’m going to make one of these Hot Lips Pillows. This may be the year.

Who doesn’t love a penguin?

After sewing up a lot of leather this holiday season, I have to say, I’m hooked! Here’s an easy project to get you started sewing with real hides: DIY Yellow Clutch.

I’m not sure that I envision this ottoman in a living room, but could definitely see it working for a little girl (and I love the storage pockets).

These little chicks are simply adorable (and would be perfect for Easter), but something tells me my 3 year old would just use it like a ball.

If you have a special occasion coming up, you’ll want to dress your little one up for the occasion. Stitch up a clip on or bow tie version.

Ruffles are still hot in ready-to-wear, why not put a few on you bag. This awesome (Anthro knock-off) bag will teach you how.

Speaking of ruffles, learn how to make an Asymmetrical Ruffle party dress using pre-made ruffles.

This skirt has some very interesting details to it. Use just the right fabrics and this one could be a show stopper.

This Australian quilt designer may be my favorite artist at the moment. Check out her work for yourself and learn how to sew up this fabulous Rocket Ship Pillow for the boys or Flower Garden version for the girls.

I love this mini-pocketbook - especially the pen holder… I can never find one when I need it!

If you have a stroller with a removable canopy, you can learn how to make a new one. What a great way to give a new look to baby gear (especially after multiple kids)!

Need some Good Fortune this year (the fabric line, not luck!)? Learn how to win a bundle for yourself!

I think I’m partial to ‘hobo’ style bags because I had a really awesome purple mesh one in the ’80′s. I may have to put this one on my must sew list. (I may have had a notebook like this as well).

Headbands seem to be super popular at my daughter’s school. Why pay $10 a pop when you can make one in 10 minutes and for around $1? (No sewing is required, but you can definitely replace the glue with needle and thread)

Did your daughter get a baby this Christmas? Has she been asking for new diapers to change her? Skip the store and make your own!

This apron may be designed with the holidays in mind, but I could totally see it made is some adorable Valentine fabrics!

I don’t know why I never thought of making some of these fabulous DIY Leather Ring Bracelets (another no sew project), I seem to have everything on hand to make them…. plus they look very stylish!

Who said keeping your ears warm meant sacrificing style? Make a pair of fur earmuffs.

Sometimes you don’t want to have to carry a list – instead write it on you bag with this Trendy Chalkboard Tote.

I need a top just like this – I’m thinking it would be perfect for Valentine’s Day.

Made a resolution to keep organized? Try making one of these 9-Pocket Door Caddy to stash your stuff!

Sew up a boutique baby style bib – perfect for baby showers.

Perfect for storing little trinkets or just for carrying around: Lined Drawstring Bag.

A nice little wristlet that’s perfect for a girls night out.

If one of your Christmas gifts included a camera, you’ll definitely want to stitch yup one of these camera bag inserts.

No animals were hurt in the making of this trophy head.

Just in time for Valentine’s Day – a fabric mailbox (perfect for stuffing full of cards).
A few Christmas’ ago, we got a bouncy ball kit (some sort of beads that glummed together when you soaked it in water). This tutorial to make your own sounds so much more fun. I think this might be our ‘rainy day’ activity.

Get more sleep this year – you can start by making a sleep mask.

A cake you don’t have to feel guilty about! (wouldn’t it make a cute pincushion?)

It’s bright and cheery and screams ‘make me’. This Modern Halves Quilt not only showcases some fabulous fabric, but looks simple enough to piece together – even for a beginner quilter!

A simple wrap top that looks truly fabulous on. I wonder what I have in my stash to make this?

I have a confession, I have never worked with a purse frame (maybe a sewing resolution should be to finally try one), but this tutorial may finally break me down and sew with one!

It may be too late for Christmas, but this gift card holder is perfect handmade touch to a ‘store bought’ gift.

Did you get a Kindle for the holidays? Here’s a tutorial for making a case to protect it!

I’m feeling like this may be my year where I wear a lot of scarves. This Figure 8 scarf may be good to add to my
‘collection’.

If keeping neat and tidy is high on your list of new year’s resolutions, you may want to sew up one of these hamper liners – it’s a great way to stash dirty laundry while customizing it to match your decor.

It’s probably wrong that I’m jealous of this Barbie Apron tutorial – I want one!

If you have 20 minutes, you have time to stitch up a skirt.

If you’re already thinking ahead to summer, then you’ll definitely want to sew up one of these Sunbathing Companions.

I recently bought the most recent copy of Stitch magazine because of the pillow on the cover… if I would have seen this online tutorial first, I might not have bought it at all.

There’s no sewing involved, but these metal flowers are GORGEOUS (I feel the sudden urge to drink an Arizona Green Tea now)!

If your (grand)child got a bike this year, why not sew up a Bike Basket to go along with it? It seems a bit big, but it would definitely hold lots of stuff.

Have 1/2 yard of fabric, a fat quarter, and an hour of your time? Then you can make this apron!

Probably one of the nicest step stools that I’ve seen a tutorial for.