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Learn how to sew a children’s backpack for back to school with the polar bear bag panel

Kid's polar bear backpack panel

We continue preparing for the return to school, this time with a children’s backpack with a more winter print in blue tones and a polar bear as the protagonist. A very easy project to do with our Polar bear bag panel and the step-by-step sewing video tutorial that Marian has created for us. The backpack is a perfect size for the nursery or toddler. With a drawstring closure and a flap. Have fun preparing a 100% handmade back to school for your little one. Children’s backpack for back to school 🐻‍❄️ Take note of the list of materials and tools…

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Learn to sew a dinosaur backpack with a Katia Fabrics panel and make a matching crochet Dino Hat

sew a dinosaur backpack

Back to school, hatchlings! If at home you are fascinated by dinosaurs, save this post in your Favorites or on your Pinterest board. Here are two back-to-school projects for the coolest accessories. On the one hand, our sewing video tutorial teaches you how to turn a Dinosaur Bag panel into a dinosaur backpack. And, on the other hand, here is a free Dino Hat crochet pattern created by Gallimelmas with Katia Alabama. Surprise the youngest members of the family with a hat and backpack set with a fun dinosaur design.  Dinosaur backpack video tutorial  Take note of the materials needed and follow the step-by-step instructions provided in the video. We show you how to make…

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Summer Comfort giveaway, video tutorial and free pattern by MissDIY to make a convertible crochet bikini-swimsuit

crochet bikini-swimsuit

Without a doubt, crochet bikinis are one of the star projects this summer. If you were thinking of making your own, you’ve found the perfect post to learn how to make a crochet bikini. And if you like swimsuits better, this is also for you! Because Ester from MissDIY shows you how to easily transform a bikini into a crochet swimsuit. Do you fancy wearing a swimsuit 100% handmade by you on your holidays? Download the free pattern for the Kala Bikini-Swimsuit available as a PDF at katia.com and follow the video tutorial. You just need 4 balls of Katia…

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Step-by-step video and free pattern to make a macramé bag with 2 bobbins of Macramé Cord Fine

macramé bag

If you are looking for tutorials to make an easy macramé bag, here you can find out how to make this summer accessory with just 2 bobbins of our new Macramé Cord Fine. You have a date on July 7 2021 with Lucía from @knittingtheskyline on our YouTube channel. Subscribe and click the bell to be notified! We share a new step-by-step video tutorial and free PDF pattern to learn how to make a macramé shoulder bag with fringe. Wear your customized bag this summer! 5 reasons to make a macramé bag Generous size. This bag is the perfect size…

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Sew this easy baby romper in one afternoon with the new step-by-step video tutorial

poplin baby romper

  It’s been a long time since we sewed a garment for the little ones in the house. Today we sew together an easy, quick, and fresh baby romper thanks to our Fabrics Lovers Marian Garcia. A project that you can have ready in an afternoon and with only half a meter of fabric you will have enough. This sleeveless romper model can be made in a multitude of fabrics from the new spring-summer collection. Poplin is a safe bet, but you can also choose fabrics such as plumeti, bambula, denim, the new sari, or if you already have practice…

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Learn how to weave a poncho on a rigid heddle loom with SeaCell Cotton with the video and tutorial by Tunki Crafts

how to weave a poncho

Do other textile techniques spark your curiosity? In this Craft Lovers, discover how to weave a poncho on a rigid heddle loom with Blanca from Tunki Crafts. “The Pukapanti Poncho is ideal both to wear with a top underneath, on cooler days, and directly against your skin. We suggest working with SeaCell Cotton to make a soft, comfortable garment that takes care of your skin. The perfect project for long spring and summer days”. Without a doubt, the result is exquisite, and the weaving technique is truly fascinating. Try it out for yourself! Just watch the video that goes with…

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Sew an easy and practical tote bag with an inner pocket with the indications of Clemence de Huguette Paillettes

tutorial tote bag

Hi, I’m Clémence and I share my passion for sewing, knitting and other creative pursuits under the name Huguette Paillettes. Today, I propose an easy, fast and accessible tutorial for beginners so that you can learn how to sew a tote bag with an inner pocket. I hope you like it and enjoy this project that you will take with you every day! From a very young age, I enjoy collecting ideas, trying new associations of ideas and creating with my hands. What I like the most? Start with an idea and bring it to life little by little, trying,…

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How to sew a basic short sleeve T-shirt using the Jersey panels and our free pattern

How to sew a basic short sleeve t-shirt

We start the week with a new summer sewing tutorial. How to sew a basic short sleeve t-shirt with the new jersey panels and our free pattern for sizes 12 months to 12 years. Marian, is with us once again and shows us how to easily make this basic short-sleeved T-shirt from start to finish. The t-shirt panels come prepared to place the artwork on the front and a matching printed design for the sleeves, neck, and back. Choose the panel that you like the most among the 13 available in the Katia Fabrics catalog. Downloadable pattern in PDF A4…

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What to sew this spring summer? Download 10 free sewing patterns to make dresses, t-shirts, scarves, backpacks, beach bags …

free sewing patterns

The good weather is here and what better way to enjoy it than sewing in a relaxed way! For this reason, we propose 10 free sewing patterns to sew and wear this summer on the beach, in the pool, or at the campsite. Backpacks, shawls, dresses, T-shirts, bags… They are all simple and easy sewing projects to complete with the included step-by-step instructions. You just need the right fabrics for each project and the desire to create with your hands. Undoubtedly, the new fabrics in the spring-summer collection will make it difficult for you to choose the one you like…

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Learn how to sew the world map children’s panel with the new Canvas Slim fabric

world map panel

Today we sew together an educational panel of the most fun, the Ice Cream World. An original world map children’s panel and 18 animal figures to place and play on it. We have recorded the process, so you can see how easy it is to sew it. In one afternoon you will have it ready to enjoy. It is made of the new Canvas Slim, a resistant fabric that is very comfortable to sew. If you want to know the rest of the panels of the new Spring Summer 2021 collection, visit the blog post HERE. Decorate and learn with this…

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