Lola from Lola… Again!  shares a tutorial on Moda Bakeshop for making a pieced fabric binder cover.  This would be a great way to cover and reuse old binders that perhaps have printing on the front.  Go to the tutorial.

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Just when I think it’s safe to declutter my studio, along comes a project like this one scrap ribbon belt by Ashley of Little Blue Boo.  It’s like candy!!!  It’s made from small strips of ribbon that are woven together. …

Alexis from My Mama Made It was shows how to make this Anthropologie-inspired dress with a printed gathered skirt and a belted waist.  She made it from a solid ribbed tank and a printed shirt.  The belt is not attached to…

Christine from Christine Sews shows how to create a zipper band for a purse.  The zipper band is the bit of fabric at the top of the purse that connects the zipper to the body of the purse.  Get the how-to…

Candace from Sparkle Power! shows how to make this ruffle top for girls.  This is such a classic style!  Once you know how to make one, it will be a “go to” top style for years.  Go to the tutorial.

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You can find out how to make a patchwork lanyard at Fireflies and Jellybeans.  Practical AND pretty!  Go to the tutorial.

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Rachel from Heart of Light shares a tutorial on 100 Layer Cake for making this ethereal ruffled petal belt.  This easy-to-make accessory can add this season’s flavor to last year’s dress or tunic.  Go to the tutorial.
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Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how to make this girl’s legging/skirt combo from a pair of adult shirts.  This is such a great idea!  Go to the tutorial.

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I love the classic styling of Oliver + S patterns for children, so I was excited to find out that they are offering their Popover Sundress as a free download.  This pattern appeared in Issue 6 of Sew Hip magazine.  This…

Head over to Singer Sewing Co. to find a tutorial for this Royal Flush swimsuit cover-up.  This cover-up was the winning entry of the Singer & CRAFT Swimsuit Cover-up Contest.  (Check out the other winners here.)  It features a snap…

Amy from Progressive Pioneer shares a tutorial on Make and Takes for making your own reusable lunch set.  Think about the waste that can be reduced by using reusable items in your child’s school lunches!  They show you how to make a…