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Fall Colors 2025: Your Guide to Sewing with This Season's Trends

Posted on September 15 2025

Get Inspired by the Rich Colors of Fall 2025!

We're thinking chocolate brown, royal purple, spiced orange, and soft dusty hues. This stunning color palette has inspired our curated fat quarter bundles--the Autumn Ruby Star Society and Bella Solids bundles. Find easy project ideas from cozy quilts to festive home décor, plus free patterns and ready-to-go kits like our Happy Hallows Halloween quilt. Use Pinterest boards and color tools to spark creativity and plan your next sewing adventure. This season is all about warmth, style, and handmade charm!

2025 Spring Sewing Projects

Posted on March 05 2025

As the chill of winter fades and the days grow warmer, spring offers the perfect opportunity to refresh your sewing skills and dive into new projects. Whether you’re a seasoned seamstress or just beginning your stitching journey, springtime is full of inspiration for creating bright, airy, and functional pieces. From...

2023 Christmas & Winter Quilt Pattern Guide

Posted on October 30 2023

As we move towards the winter season, I get excited for holiday sewing! There is nothing better than snuggling up on the coach with a cup of hot chocolate in a warm blanket. This is the season to enjoy the warmth of the fireplace and celebrate with family and friends....

2023 Halloween & Fall Sewing Guide

Posted on October 08 2023

It is that time of year where we reach for our cozy sweaters, a warm cup of apple cider, and savor the yummy goodness of a fall harvest. There are so many ways to enjoy the autumn season. Hiking through a forest when the leaves are turning is one of...

Little Fabric Shop Quilt: Completing the Quilt Top

Posted on August 14 2023

We have been on quite a journey in creating the Little Fabric Shop Quilt. You have finished six different blocks and now it is time to sew them all together. This is such a satisfying step. I just love to see the blocks sewn to create the finished quilt top!...

Handmade Holiday Free Sewing Patterns

Posted on November 14 2022

As we approach the holiday season, it’s time to start thinking about gifts. Handmade gifts are extra special. You can personalize your present to the unique style of the recipient. Here at Little Fabric Shop we have 10 sewing projects that would make great gifts. All these sewing patterns are...

10 Merry Christmas Quilt Patterns

Posted on October 31 2022

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Wait, who are we kidding, the shops have been decorating for the holidays since September. Little Fabric Shop is looking forward to a handmade holiday season. To kick-off November, we’re sharing all of our shop’s Christmas and holiday themed quilt patterns. These...

Pumpkin Mug Rug Sewing Tutorial

Posted on October 17 2022

We are in the full swing of autumn. That means hot apple cider, hot chocolate, tea, and all those warm drinks that keep us comfy and cozy this time of year. This month’s Little Fabric Shop tutorial is a Pumpkin Mug Rug. We’re bringing you two versions of this fun...

Spooktacular Halloween Sewing Projects for 2022

Posted on September 19 2022

Are you ready for a little Halloween decorating and sewing? We sure are! This is such a fun time of year – the air becomes crisp, and the trees start to change color. Hello sweater weather! There are so many fun Halloween sewing projects and ideas. We have put together...

Simple Table Runner Using Flying Geese Quilt Blocks

Posted on September 12 2022

Knowing how to make Flying Geese is an important skill to have in your quilting toolbox. There are many different sewing methods to make these blocks. We are going to show you how to use the Creative Grids Ultimate Flying Geese Tool to make these blocks quickly and accurately. AND...

14 Back to School Sewing Projects for 2022

Posted on August 01 2022

Happy August 1st! We are just days away from sending the kids back to school. Let’s pause here and have a moment of celebration! To help get ready for the new school year, Little Fabric Shop has created a blog filled with back-to-school sewing projects. This is our second back-to-school...

Summer Sewing Projects for 2022

Posted on May 30 2022

Summer is just around the corner, and we are getting excited to enjoy all the fun this season brings. Going to the beach, having a picnic, travelling to new places, and decorating the home in bright colors are all ahead of us. We have put together a guide of some...

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12 Spring Sewing Projects for 2022

Posted on April 04 2022

Happy April! Spring has arrived and we are excited to enjoy sewing projects made for warmer weather and blooming flowers. There are so many wonderful spring sewing tutorials out there. We have put together our Top 12 Spring Sewing Projects list. All of these DIY sewing instructions are free. Keep...

10 Valentine's Days Sewing Projects for 2022 | Little Fabric Shop Blog

Valentine’s Day Sewing Projects

Posted on January 24 2022

Table of Contents 1. I Heart You Quilt | Then Came June and Pen + Paper Patterns 2. Sweet Kisses Quilt | Gigi’s Thimble 3. Heart Mug Rug Tutorial | Little Fabric Shop 4. Easy Felt Heart Garland | Sew Simple Home 5. DIY Valentine’s Day Sweatshirts | Polka Dot...

15 Last-Minute, Easy DIY Holiday Gifts

Posted on December 13 2021

Table of Contents 1. Beginners Sewing Kit 2. Easy Quilting Kit 3. Advanced Quilting Kit 4. Squad Tote Bag 5. Headband 6. Apron 7. Zipper Bag 8. Scrunchie 9. Gift Card Wallet 10. Infinity Scarf 11. Pocket T-Shirt 12. Pleated Pendant Lamp Shade 13. Book Cover 14. Pillow 15. Dog...

Christmas Tree Table Runner Tutorial

Posted on November 29 2021

Table of Contents PDF Pattern Download: Christmas Tree Table Runner Tutorial General Pattern Information: Materials Needed for Sewing Project: Sewing Supplies Required to Complete Pattern: Fabric Sides: Cutting Information: STEP 1: Complete Foundation Paper Piecing Templates STEP 2: Assemble Tree Blocks STEP 3: Attach Borders STEP 4: Finish Table Runner...

Trendy Fabric Colors for Fall 2021 Sewing Projects

Posted on October 25 2021

Table of Contents Sweater Weather Colors Fall Neutrals Rustic Fall Colors Terracotta Earth Tones Colors from the Fashion Runway With the change of season, comes the change in clothes. We pack away our shorts and t-shirts and swap them out for denim jeans, cozy sweaters, and flannel shirts. The bright...

8 Trendy Fabric Patterns for 2021

Posted on July 26 2021

Table of Contents 1. Moody Florals 2. Embroidered Fabric 3. Natural Fabrics 4. Metallic Fabrics 5. Vintage Prints 6. Bright Stripes 7. Watercolor Prints 8. Rainbow Now that the world is opening up again, it’s time to embrace trendy fabric patterns for 2021 that you can show off in public—besides...

6 Sewing Projects for Summer Beach Trips

Posted on July 05 2021

Summer is officially here, and we are ready to hit the beach! There are so many fun handmade projects and patterns available to make your next adventure filled with homemade goodness. Keep reading until the end of this blog as we have included a Zipper Bag Tutorial just for you....

10 Simple Summer Dress Patterns

Posted on June 28 2021

Summer 2021 is here and more than ever, this summer is a time to celebrate! If you love to sew, what better way to celebrate than to treat yourself to a new summer dress you made by hand? We’ve rounded up 10 simple summer dress patterns that you’ll love, along...