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Recover an IKEA Jall with me!

We have used the IKEA Jall laundry baskets for years, I think this particular pair are over 10 years old! We have (me made) canvas bags...

Tutorial - Changing Robe

Hi! I’m Annabel from and today I am going to show you how to make an all-weather changing robe (similar in style to the Dry Robe). This...

Zippered Wallet and Purse

1cm (3/8") seam allowance throughout Pins and/or sewing clips can be and are used interchangeably throughout this (and all) projects. Use...

How to Sew a Strawberry Bag

Hi! I’m Annabel from Annabel Sews and today I’m going to share with you a little tutorial on how to make a strawberry bag! What’s a...

DIY Vinyl Wallet

Vinyl is a fantastic fa bric because it doesn't fray and retains great structure. However it can be quite tricky to sew. My Brother...

Reversible Bralette

Using the Waves and Wild Superstar Bra as a base (although you could apply this method to many patterns) I'll show you how to make the...

Fold Over Elastic

A guide to Fold Over Elastic - with fabric and FOE provided by Hazel and Blue Fabric Patterns used - Waves and Wild speedy pants (unisex...

Buggy Mitts

Sew a cover for your hands that not only keeps you warm, but is also wind- and water-repellent thanks to an outer fabric such as...

Baby Teething Rings

Ever wanted to make a teething toy? They are super simple, quick, and a great scrap busting project! Materials Required Teething rings...

Reusable Gift Bags

Materials Required: Four squares of fabric, each measuring 10.5” - I have used a different fabric for the lining for ease of explanation,...

Top Tips for Zips

With Fabraholic and Annabel Sews Having spent the last five years teaching people how to sew, there are some things I hear A LOT; one of...

Welcome to Annabel Sews!

Annabel Sews HQ is open once more after the latest Covid lockdown and I am loving being back in the workshop, seeing your makes, but most...

Storage bags; or are they boxes? Discuss...

I've been asked, by the very lovely Amy of Hen in a Hedge (check out her website here) to write up a quick how-to of some storage bags I...

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