If a complete kitchen redo is out of the question, you can still add a punch of color with a small sewing project. Just Deanna did just that when she made these cafe curtains. She gives a run-down so you … Read More...
Tutorial: Gift card holder from a charm square
Gift cards are a convenient gift to give, but it’s a bit challenging to wrap them up in cool ways. The Sproutz Store shows how to make a fabric gift card holder. I think that counts as a cool wrapping … Read More...
Free Barrister apron pattern from Windham
Windham Fabrics offers a free pattern for the Barrister apron. It was designed to showcase the Wainscott fabric line, a collection of classic florals in soft colors. Get the free pattern.
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[tags]sewing, tutorial, pattern, apron, Barrister[/tags]
New sewing patterns from Lila Tueller
Lila Tueller has a handful of new patterns to offer. Siz of them, if I counted correctly. Skirts, bags, a blanket, even a pair of fabric boots. Check them out on Lila Tueller’s blog.
[tags]sewing, patterns, lila tueller[/tags]
Sewing Pattern: Sew a tutu filled with pom poms
I don’t think I know a single little girl who wouldn’t love this pom pom tutu by Happy Together It’s a simple gathered skirt made from tulle, with pom poms trapped between the layers of tulle. I love this!! Get … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a fabric hairband
Su from Vively Online shows how to sew a hairband much like the ones she saw for sale at a high-end yoga boutique. Get the tutorial.
[tags]sewing, tutorial, hairband, headband[/tags]
Sewing Pattern: Sew a toddler dress or jumper
SnazzleCraft shares a free pattern for this versatile toddler dress. With a shirt underneath, it’s a jumper. Without, it’s a sundress. The pattern is sized for 18-24 months. I suspect it would be easy to size a little up or … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a teepee for the kids
Sweet Cheeks shows how to make this teepee for the kids to play in. Whether you put it outside for some sunny day play, or move it inside for some special rainy day coccooning, this teepee is sure to be … Read More...
Sneak Peek: Jewel Tones fabric from Michael Miller
More sneak peeks from Michael Miller! This times it’s of their new Jewel Tones fabric group. Dots, stripes, flowers, geometrics, even owls – all in bold jewel tones and jet brown. Mmmm…. See more of this fun new fabric … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a bunny bowling play set
Bunny bowling, anyone? The Long Thread posts a tutorial on Etsy’s The Storque showing how to make this adorable play set. Get the how-to.
[tags]sewing, tutorial, bunny, bowling, softie[/tags]
Sneak Peek: Arcadia by Sanae for Moda
Actually, this isn’t really a sneak peek since the fabric is already available for purchase… But it IS a hot new fabric line, and I like to keep my categories relatively consistent. But I digress… The fabric I’m talking about … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a monk’s bag from a pillowcase
Croq Zine shows how to turn a pillowcase into a monk’s bag. The inside sports four pockets and a key clip. Get the how-to.
[tags]sewing, tutorial, monk, bag, purse, pillowcase[/tags]
Tutorial: Sew a sleepover ensemble
Marcus Fabrics shares a free pattern for making a sleepover ensemble, including a sleep mask, a drawstring backpack, and a quillow (blanket that folds into a pillow). Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: A yoga mat bag from a pair of pants
Lorina posts a tutorial on The {New New} Blog that shows how to make a yoga mat bag from a pair of pants. The pants pockets become pockets on the outside of the bag. How handy is that?? Get the … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a brooch from fabric scraps
Here’s a fun project for your fabric scraps. Belle and Burger shows how to assemble your small scraps into a stylish fabric brooch. You can use your vintage or orphan buttons as embellishments for the brooch. Get the tute.… Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a d-ring and fabric belt
Christy from ChristyNelson.net shows how to make d-ring and fabric belt. Go to the tutorial.
Photo by ChristyNelson.net.
Tutorial: Add a zippered pocket to your workout top
CraftStylish shows how to add a zippered pocket to your workout top. Get the tutorial.
[tags]sewing, tutorial, zipper, pocket[tags]
Tutorial: Sew a travel purse
Even when you travel light, there are certain things you have to carry with you. Money, passport, tickets all need to be kept close at hand. Susie from Susie’s Country Garden shows how to make just the purse you need … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew some reusable make-up remover pads
Bring a little eco-friendliness to your beauty regimen with some reusable make-up remover pads. Sewn from scraps of cotton and minky, they’re a quick project that you can feel good about. The Sproutz Storeshows you how to make them. … Read More...
Add flair to a garment with interesting hem finishes
A hem is usually the last step in creating a garment. I don’t know about you, but by that time I’m ready to be done with my project and I want the fastest hem possible. However, a little time and … Read More...