White shows how to make these lovely shoe bags on her blog.  This is such a simple sewing project, and it looks so luxurious.  I think it’s the vintage fabrics she uses.  Requiring only half a yard per bag, … Read More...

When you purchase yardage at the fabric store, you can usually check the bolt labels for information on fiber content.  On the other hand, if you find your fabric at thrift stores, op shops, estate sales, or any other second-hand … Read More...

Sew a trendy bag with this purse pattern from Elizabeth, You Were Born to Play that Part.  The Diana Hobo pattern is offered for free download from her blog.  Get the pattern.

For changing diapers on the go, Small Fry & Co shows how to make this changing pad clutch.  Who knew that dealing with baby doo could be so chic?  Get the tutorial.

BurdaStyle reports that Andrea Zittel’s Smockshop is going to Berlin.  According to BurdaStyle, as part of this enterprise, “Two artisans will work in the gallery for the first four days of the exhibition making the smocks that are available for … Read More...

I let out a little squeal when I saw this little fabric house posted by ReFabulous.  She received it from a swap, the lucky girl. This little house is fully embellished with buttons, shutters, and even a little surprise on … Read More...

When I was a kid, we had several braided rag rugs that my great-great-aunt had made.  I remember being taken with all the colors and the bumpy texture.  The Moda Bake Shop now has a tutorial for you to make … Read More...

With so many sewing projects focused on girlie things, I’m always pleased to find a tutorial that shows a little sewing love to the boys.  The Eddie Cap, designed by Irene of Mushroom Villagers, is one such project.  I … Read More...

When my daughter was a baby, our most reached-for bibs were ones made from a towel that slid over her head.  No velcros, no ties, just pulled right over her head.  Threads of Mine shows how to make these super … Read More...

Plays with Needles shows how to make these awesome award ribbons.  They’re made out of scrap ribbons and fabrics.  She uses it (cut in half) as an embellishment for a purse, but you could also stitch a pin back … Read More...

Linda from Life, Quilts and a Cat Too shows how to make this hot iron cover.  Use a cover like this to transport your iron to and from sewing circle meetings.  Find out how to make one!

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CraftStylish posts a very useful tutorial showing how to repair a broken belt loop on your jeans.  This isn’t exactly fine textile art, but it’s an important sewing technique nonetheless.  And think of all the fabric you can buy with … Read More...

With just a few seams, you can make a clutch from a placemat.  Spool {} offers a tutorial to show you how.  Get the tute. 

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This fabric dog is more than just a cute face.  He’s also a draft stop to keep the cold air from sneaking in your house.  You can sew one with a tutorial from CraftStylish.  Get the tute!

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BurdaStyle has an article about the wonderful invention we call the zipper.  For instance, did you know that the original name for the zipper was “an Automatic, Continuous Clothing Closure”?  Read the artcile and become an expert on zipper trivia.

Oh my! Heather Ross just posted a sneak peek of her upcoming fabric line from Kokka.  The name is Far Far Away and it has a airy fairy-tale feel, complete with unicorns, princesses, and toads.  I think I’m in love!!  … Read More...