If you’ve got a collection of old lace and eyelet trims, there are most likely at least a few of them with stains or yellowing. They may even be stored in a baggie, all balled up together. (This is what … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Owl softies
The folks at The Celebration Shoppe show how to make these owl softies. I love their examples sewn up in bright, busy fabrics! Get the how-to.
[photo from The Celebration Shoppe]
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Tutorial: Owl softies
The folks at The Celebration Shoppe show how to make these owl softies. I love their examples sewn up in bright, busy fabrics! Get the how-to.
[photo from The Celebration Shoppe]
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Tutorial: Sew a calming weighted blanket
Craft Nectar made a weighted blanket for her daughter because of its calming properties, and shares a tutorial showing how she did it. According to her blog, weighted blankets are sometimes used as a therapy for ADD, autism, and other sensory…
Tutorial: Sew a calming weighted blanket
Craft Nectar made a weighted blanket for her daughter because of its calming properties, and shares a tutorial showing how she did it. According to her blog, weighted blankets are sometimes used as a therapy for ADD, autism, and other … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Pincushion dolls
Quirky Dolls from Sew Simply Handmade makes these unique pincushion dolls. She gives each one a name and a unique personality, and then accessorizes them accordingly. Want one of your own? You can purchase them from her Etsy shop.
[photo from Quirky…
Lookie what she made: Pincushion dolls
Quirky Dolls from Sew Simply Handmade makes these unique pincushion dolls. She gives each one a name and a unique personality, and then accessorizes them accordingly. Want one of your own? You can purchase them from her Etsy shop.… Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric flower encrusted paper lantern
If one fabric flower is pretty, then a paper lantern covered with dozens of them is surely fabulous! Jana from Lola… again and Izzy & Ivy Designs shares a tutorial on Moda Bake Shop for this fabric flower encrusted paper lantern. Go to the…
Tutorial: Fabric flower encrusted paper lantern
If one fabric flower is pretty, then a paper lantern covered with dozens of them is surely fabulous! Jana from Lola… again and Izzy & Ivy Designs shares a tutorial on Moda Bake Shop for this fabric flower encrusted paper … Read More...
Tutorial: Minky-lined electronics cozy
Find out how to make a minky-lined electronics cozy with this tutorial by Ashley of Make It and Love It. This soft case can be used to hold your cell phone, GPS, PDA, etc. Get the how-to.
[photo from Make It and…
Tutorial: Reversible baby sling with padding
A baby sling provides a hands-free way to carry your baby around with you and still keep them snuggled up close. Elizabeth from Elizabeth, You Were Born to Play That Part shows how to make a reversible baby sling. There’s a…
Sewing Tutorial: Reversible baby sling with padding
A baby sling provides a hands-free way to carry your baby around with you and still keep them snuggled up close. Elizabeth from Elizabeth, You Were Born to Play That Part shows how to make a reversible baby sling. There’s … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Ringbearer pillow
Jessica from Juicy Bits shows the ringbearer pillow that she made for some friends’ wedding. I love the rustic fabric (is it linen?) paired with the accents of more refined green and purple fabrics. See more photos at her blog… Read More...
Lookie what she made: Ringbearer pillow
Jessica from Juicy Bits shows the ringbearer pillow that she made for some friends’ wedding. I love the rustic fabric (is it linen?) paired with the accents of more refined green and purple fabrics. See more photos at her blog.
[photo from…
Tutorial: Getting started with an older sewing machine
If you want to get into the world of sewing but don’t want to spend several hundred dollars (or more) on a fancy new sewing machine, why not give an older machine a whirl? Frankly, I prefer sewing on my…
Tutorial: Getting started with an older sewing machine
If you want to get into the world of sewing but don’t want to spend several hundred dollars (or more) on a fancy new sewing machine, why not give an older machine a whirl? Frankly, I prefer sewing on my … Read More...
Tutorial: Back-to-school drawstring backpack
Julie from julie-k made this drawstring backpack for her daughter. Drawstring backpacks are a perennial favorite sewing project because they’re quick, they’re easy, and they’re practical. She followed a tutorial from Martha Stewart, but made modifications to get the look … Read More...
Tutorial: Back-to-school drawstring backpack
Julie from julie-k made this drawstring backpack for her daughter. Drawstring backpacks are a perennial favorite sewing project because they’re quick, they’re easy, and they’re practical. She followed a tutorial from Martha Stewart, but made modifications to get the look you…
Tutorial: Hanging trash bin bag for the car
Today is Father’s Day in Australia. If you need inspiration for a last-minute handmade gift, check out this tutorial for a hanging trash bag for you car by Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar. Get the how-to.
[photo from A Spoonful…
Tutorial: Hanging trash bin bag for the car
Today is Father’s Day in Australia. If you need inspiration for a last-minute handmade gift, check out this tutorial for a hanging trash bag for you car by Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar. Get the how-to.
[photo from … Read More...