Use your fabric scraps and some cotton piping to make some handy trivets for your kitchen. They're perfect for protecting your table from hot pots and plates.
professors projects
Colonial Pet Costume
Want to make your pet look like George Washington? Make our Colonial Gentleman pet costume using felt and trim. Free pattern available to download.
Costume Arm Guard
Create some custom arm guards for your costume with a basic pattern based on your own measurements. This tutorial will give you a basic foundation and then you can make it as elaborate as your costume needs are.
Collapsible Dog Bowl
Using a square of fabric treated with beeswax, you can make your furry pal a collapsible dog bowl to take along on all your hikes.
Pattern Weights
If you use a rotary cutter to cut things out, you'll definitely want some pattern weights. Use your fabric scraps to make your own for a fun, quick project.
Makeup Bag
This zippered makeup bag is perfect for your everyday toiletries or for taking on a trip. It's fully lined and has a modern color blocking look on the outside. We'll show you how to create the pattern and sew it together.
Wine Carrier
If you don't want to come to a party empty handed, bring a nice bottle of wine and make it more personal in this cute wine carrier. It not only makes it more special but it's a great way to use fabric scraps in your stash!
Pet Costume – Roman Soldier
Your pet could look like a fierce Roman Soldier for Halloween. Download the free pattern and follow along with our simple demonstration to make this pet costume.
Waist Cincher Belt
Need a waist cincher belt for your costume? Look no further, as Professor Pincushion shows you how to create your own basic pattern and sew it together.









