35 Creative Under 5 Minute Easy Sewing Projects

6 Ribbon Belts

6. Ribbon Belts: A Ribbon Belt might be the simplest sewing project ever. Measurements Length of ribbon: waist plus 6-8 inches (I use 28 inches for a little girl.) Ribbon width: 7/8 inch Metal D-Rings: 1 inch Hint: Choose ribbon that looks good on both sides. Tip: To prevent frays, wrap a piece of tape around the ribbon, (via Small Notebook)

7 Simple Scrap Headbands

7. Simple Scrap Headbands (via Made by Me. Shared with You)

8 Cable Knit Lampshade

8. Cable Knit Lampshade (via Farm Fresh Therapy)

9 Fringe Purse

9. Fringe Purse: Hi there! Today I’m here to share some tips for sewing leather and a DIY of this cute little fringe purse… TIPS FOR SEWING LEATHER, VINYL + SUEDE: -As a beginner, it’s best to start with the thinnest material that you can. Choose a leather, vinyl or suede that isn’t too thick. Remember that most commercial leather products are sewn with an industrial machine. -Buy a leather needle for your… (via A Beautiful Mess)

10 Tie -Dyed Gift Bags

10. Tie -Dyed Gift Bags: Let’s get some presents under that tree. And why not make them handmade. I love to give edible gifts and then do a craft around the gift wrapping. I made a ‘berry Christmas’ strawberry candy with liquor ice in the center. Then I put them in little mason jars and made some tie dyed gift bags for them. Tutorials below.Be sure to also check out my fantastic co hosts’ projects. This week Rachel from Maybe Matilda is hosting our link party and she made the most adorable double pom pom hat, Kim from Newly Woodwards made an awesome tote bag and Michelle from Decor and the Dog made some fabulous stove top potpourri. (via Shift Ctrl Art)