It doesn’t have to be summer to be in the mood to sew some summer clothes, in fact I like to sew things out of season, maybe it’s the dream of better weather to come. No matter what time of … Read More...
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Sewing Tutorial: Dip dyed watermelon sundress
Justine from Sew Country Chick shows how you can make this dip dyed watermelon sundress for little girls. It’s a simple little dress to make. It has a halter neck and the bodice is shirred with rows of 1/8″ elastic. … Read More...
Tips for sewing silk chiffon
Silk chiffon… such a dreamy fabric! It can be a challenge to sew, but oh the results! Justine from Sew Country Chick is making a kimono out of silk chiffon, and she’s sharing 10 tips for working with this delicate … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Make a turtleneck using a t-shirt pattern
Justine from Sew Country Chick shows how to make a turtleneck or cowl neck shirt using a t-shirt pattern. With just one simple alteration, your favorite t-shirt pattern can make a turtleneck or a cowl neck.
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Tutorial: Alter a sewing pattern for more room in the butt
Here’s a tutorial for those among us (myself included) who are blessed in the back. An “asset” as my grandmother used to say, though I don’t think she meant it as a pun. Justine from Sew Country Chick shows how … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Full bust adjustment
If your bust is larger than a B cup, you’ll probably find that sewing patterns fit too snug through the chest. You can make a full bust adjustment to the pattern to make it fit. Justine from Sew Country Chick … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Little girls ruffled apron
Justine at Sew Country Chick shares a tutorial showing how you can make this beautiful ruffled apron for a little girl. If you know a girl who likes ruffles, I’m betting she’ll like this apron. There are rows and rows … Read More...
Sewing Patterns – 10 ladies swimsuit cover up tutorials
Justine from Sew Country Chick has rounded up links to 10 stylish ladies swimsuit cover ups you can make. Justine has a great sense of style, and this round up doesn’t disappoint. Use any one of these 10 tutorials to … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew your own workout wear
When Justine from Sew Country Chick was complimented on her new workout outfit, she was able to say, “Thanks! I made it myself!” It feels good to say those words, but making your own workout clothes can also save money … Read More...
Tutorial: Sewing buttons down by machine
One of my least favorite (and most stressful for me) sewing tasks is sewing down buttons. When I sew them by hand, they always seem to shift and end up slightly awry. When possible, I prefer to sew them down … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Little girl A-line skirt
Justine from Sew Country Chick shares a tutorial over at Craft Snob showing how to make an A-line skirt for a toddler girl She shows how to make a super simple pattern based on your child’s measurements, and then how … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Hi-low strapless sundress
Justine from Sew Country Chick blogs in the 30 Days of Sundresses series hosted by Melly Sews with a tutorial showing how to make a strapless hi-low sundress. She shows how to draft the pattern and then how to sew … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Galaxy painted cutoff shorts
Justine from Sew Country Chick shows a cool idea for cut off shorts. Give them the galaxy treatment! This is a no-sew project. All you need is a pair of cutoff shorts and some fabric paint. Go to Sew Country … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Upcycled Patchwork Shorts from repurposed tees
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom guest blogs at Sew Country Chick with a tutorial showing how to her Upcycled Patchwork Shorts for boys. They’re made from a patchwork of knit fabric repurposed from old t-shirts. The snippets … Read More...
Read all about it: Sewing with vintage sheets
You can make some super cute projects out of vintage sheets. But, like any sewing project, a good result is often the result of a good fabric choice. Cindy from Cation Designs guest blogs in the Sewing with Vintage Sheets … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Adapt a basic shorts pattern to make culottes
Mie from Sewing Like Mad guest blogs at Sew Country Chick with a tutorial showing how to adapt a basic shorts pattern to make a pair of culottes. To make the culottes, you need to add extra width to the … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy potholder that kids can sew
When you’re teaching a child to sew, easy projects that are quickly completed are the key to helping build excitement and confidence. Justine from Sew Country Chick shares a tutorial for a project that fits the bill – a simple … Read More...
Build Your On Chicken Coop
I’m so envious of those that can have chickens on their property. Fresh eggs and that feeling of getting back to the earth, I just love it! I live in a rural community, but my house is within the city … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a child’s pullover sweater, traced from a long-sleeved tee
Justine from Sew Country Chick shows how to make a pullover sweater for a small child using a t-shirt as a guide. If you can find any good sweater knit yardage at the fabric store, how about using a thrifted … Read More...
Tutorial: Draft a pencil skirt sew-along
Justine from Sew Country Chick shares a 4-part sew-along for drafting a pattern for a pencil skirt. The fitted skirt is a classic and a wardrobe staple. Depending on your fabric choice and skirt length, it can be made dressy … Read More...
