Mommabear from Smashed Peas and Carrots shows how she made this sweater dress for her toddler out of an adult-sized sweater. I am SO going to have to try this! Think you want to try it, too? Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Vintage checklist for choosing fabrics
Bitter Betty from Bitter Betty Blogs shares a checklist to help you choose the right fabric for your sewing project. It’s a scan from an old sewing book, worth a peek just for the vintage photo and oddly formal language. Go…
Free pattern: Traveler’s Tote Bag
Dorinda from Flower Girl Designs shares a free PDF pattern for this Traveler’s Tote Bag. The roomy bag will hold your traveling essentials, and the contrast panel on the outside is a pocket. Add a little pendant to make it a…
Free pattern: Traveler’s Tote Bag
Dorinda from Flower Girl Designs shares a free PDF pattern for this Traveler’s Tote Bag. The roomy bag will hold your traveling essentials, and the contrast panel on the outside is a pocket. Add a little pendant to make it … Read More...
Tutorial: Catch-all vinyl bib
Most bibs will keep the mess off of the front of baby’s shirt, but they won’t keep it out of their laps. That’s where a bib with a little pocket comes in handy. Ashley from Make It and Love It shows…
Tutorial: Catch-all vinyl bib
Most bibs will keep the mess off of the front of baby’s shirt, but they won’t keep it out of their laps. That’s where a bib with a little pocket comes in handy. Ashley from Make It and Love It … Read More...
Which features should you look for in an upper end sewing machine?
So you’ve finally decided to take the plunge and buy yourself a fancy schmancy, whizz bang, make-your-sewing-friends-jealous sewing machine. There are many models to choose from and they’re all loaded with features, features, features. Which features are a must? Which just…
Which features should you look for in an upper end sewing machine?
So you’ve finally decided to take the plunge and buy yourself a fancy schmancy, whizz bang, make-your-sewing-friends-jealous sewing machine. There are many models to choose from and they’re all loaded with features, features, features. Which features are a must? Which … Read More...
Which needle should you use?
Rian from Presser Foot shares her needle chart that shows which type of sewing machine and hand sewing needle to use with different types and weights of fabric. She keeps a copy next to her sewing machine so it’s right where…
Tutorial: Use your scrap fabric to make shelter dog beds
Vicki Welsh from Field Trips in Fiber has been using her scrap fabrics to make dog beds for her local animal shelter. I love this idea so much!! It made my heart sing a little to think about how her time and sewing skills turned leftovers…
sewing Tutorial: Use your scrap fabric to make shelter dog beds
Vicki Welsh from Field Trips in Fiber has been using her scrap fabrics to make dog beds for her local animal shelter. I love this idea so much!! It made my heart sing a little to think about how her … Read More...
Tutorial: Fall leaf felt table runner
Fawnda from Fireflies and Jellybeans shows how to make a pretty fall leaf table runner. The leaves are cut from felt or fleece so the edges won’t fray. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Fall leaf felt table runner
Fawnda from Fireflies and Jellybeans shows how to make a pretty fall leaf table runner. The leaves are cut from felt or fleece so the edges won’t fray. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Sew a manicure kit holder
A simple manicure kit from the drugstore becomes spa-worthy if it’s stored in a pretty case. dhbuscher.com shares a tutorial for making this fabric manicure kit holder. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Sew a manicure kit holder
A simple manicure kit from the drugstore becomes spa-worthy if it’s stored in a pretty case. dhbuscher.com shares a tutorial for making this fabric manicure kit holder. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Stationery folio from a placemat
Head over to Hippos and Dinosaurs to find out how to make this stationery folio from a placemat. Fill one with paper, pens, and envelopes, and you’ve got a great gift to give! Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Stationery folio from a placemat
Head over to Hippos and Dinosaurs to find out how to make this stationery folio from a placemat. Fill one with paper, pens, and envelopes, and you’ve got a great gift to give! Go to the tutorial.
Tutorial: Mason jar pincushion and sewing kit
Debra from Creative Ramblings shows how to turn a Mason jar into a handy pincushion and sewing kit. A little batting on the lid creates a spot for your pins, while the clear jar underneath allows you to store (and see)…
Tutorial: Mason jar pincushion and sewing kit
Debra from Creative Ramblings shows how to turn a Mason jar into a handy pincushion and sewing kit. A little batting on the lid creates a spot for your pins, while the clear jar underneath allows you to store (and … Read More...
Tutorial: Fussy cut placemats
In sewing, “fussy cutting” means selecting where you cut your fabric pieces based on the portion of the print that will show on the final product. (This is the opposite of plain ole cutting where you make your cuts based … Read More...