Vively Online shows how to make this simple gathered top for girls.  I think these may become a summer wardrobe staple at our house!  Get the how-to.

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Alexis from My Mama Made It shows how to make this sundress using elastic thread for smocking, perfect for summertime.  It’s made from t-shirt knit so there’s no need to hem.  Get the how-to.

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Char from Crap I’ve Made shows how to make an apron from a dishtowel . The process is quick and easy!  If you don’t have a dishtowel,  you could also use any piece of fabric with hemmed edges.  Find out how…

One of the easiest ways to add a personal touch to a garment or accessory is to add a custom iron-on patch or applique.  Kellie from Rice Babies shows how she creates the shapes for these appliques.  Go to the tutorial.

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Meg from Fashioned by Meg shares her knowledge of sergers with an article on Sew, Mama, Sew! blog.  If you’re considering buying a serger, or if you have a serger that you haven’t quite conquered yet, this article will help you…

Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how to make these fabric ID tags.  Use them on your luggage, on diaper bags, on anything that needs a little bright label.  Go to the tutorial.

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This gardening apron will keep all your tools handy when you’re working in the garden.  Wiener Dog Tricks shows how to make one.  I love the repurposed jeans pockets!  Go to the tutorial.

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Sarah Fielke shows how to make a patchwork fabric kite on The Last Piece.  A handmade kite like this has way more personality than the plastic dollar  store versions.  Get the how-to.

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Care from Obsessively Stitching shows how to make a D-ring belt from empty juice pouches.  So clever!  Go to the tutorial.

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Britt from Cucumbersome used highlighters to put a new twist on her black & white toile pillow.  The splash of the bright colors brings an element of whimsy to the sweet print.  Read more at her blog.

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LiEr from ikat bag shows how she makes these bun makers.  The wires inside allow you to twist them around your hair for easy summer hair styling.  Get the how-to.

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