I love to wear capes, shawls, I'm not actually sure what to call them. As you can see, I have a number of them in my wardrobe. They are su...

I love to wear capes, shawls, I'm not actually sure what to call them. As you can see, I have a number of them in my wardrobe. They are super simple to make, and make great gifts as well. I throw them on when I have quick errands to run, especially when I'll be in and out of the car. They are great when the weather is cold enough for something, but not a heavy coat, and they even work over a lighter coat when it is cold out. The first one is reversible. On one side I did a cream wool and on…

Learn how to make No-Sew Fleece Shawl at JOANN fabric and craft store online. Find detailed step-by-step instructions to complete your project today!

Learn how to sew capes - 8 different types - DIY sewing patterns

It's not too late to give a handmade gift to your friend, daughter, sister, or mother-in-law. An actually-useful gift that I've given and made for myself several times now. I'm talking about the Girlfriend Wrap - a fleece blanket-slash-wrap thingy...

I've had sew much fun 'knocking off' this circle cape that I invested in while teaching out in Fresno a few weeks ago! I purchased fabric for SIX of them at JoAnn Fabrics for a bit over $100 - of course, with fabric on sale. I've timed myself, and each one takes me about 70' to create, start to finish. Now that equals great gifts in my book! As you can see in the image below, it can be worn either longer, or shorter, with the 'cape' over the shoulders and wide across the back, or all…

Make a travel wrap that can be worn as a scarf, a shawl, and so much more with this tutorial

Sew a hooded wool cape with this sewing tutorial and free hood pattern. Beautiful large hood is one size fits all and sews well onto a cape

With a poncho sewing pattern, you can make a simple garment that just about anyone in your family can wear. Best of all, it's super easy to sew! #sewing #diysewing #diyponcho #ponchosewingpattern