Look at what Veronica Darling made! It’s a super-chic dress made from a vintage tablecloth. Get the details here and here. [via Wardrobe Refashion.]
Turn kids’ leggings into a pair of bloomers
Grace Violet has a good idea for repurposing. A little snip here and a bit of ribbon sewn there, and she turned a pair of her daughter’s leggings into a pair of bloomers that can be worn underneath twirly skirts … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a perfect curved patch pocket
Debbie’s Sewing Projects has a technique to take the frustration out of turning under the edges of a curved patch pocket. She uses fusible interfacing. Now isn’t that smart?? Get the tutorial.
Tutorial: Baby bib and burp cloth set
The Moda Bake Shop has a tutorial to make a baby bip and burp cloth set. This is the perfect baby shower gift! Get the tutorial.
Looking for more baby Bib patterns? Check these sewing patterns out on Etsy… Read More...
Tips for sewing faux fur
Sewing faux fur can be a real challenge. I’ve only attempted it once, and let’s just say it was less than spectacular. BurdaStyle has some tips to help make it a little easier. Get the tips!
Sewing Tutorial: Sew your own bean bag chair
Bean bag chairs are so much fun! Michael Miller fabrics has a tutorial to make your own, so now you can have one made in the fabrics you love. Get the tutorial from their blog, Making it Fun. [found via … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a set of soft baby blocks
When she was a baby, some of my daughter’s favorite toys were the soft fabric blocks my mother gave her. She loved the texture and the patterns, and I loved the fact that she could chew on them all day … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Spiral scarf
With this tutorial from CraftStylish, you can make a stylish spiral scarf from a scrap of fleece and some pretty yarn. It’s a fun, easy project with endless color possibilities to make it your own. Whether you’re crafting for yourself … Read More...
Sneak Peek: New Alexander Henry releases
Bee Square Fabrics shares a sneak peek at some soon-to-be-released Alexander Henry fabrics on the Bee Square Blog. I’m drooling!! Check out the new fabrics and I promise you will, too.
Tutorial: Sweetheart silhouette pillows
Here’s a fun Valentine’s project – a pair of sweetheart silhouette pillows! Vicki Howell shows how to make them on her craft.rock.blog. Get the tutorial.
Tutorial: Heating pad from a sock
Need a quick last-minute Valentine’s Day gift? This tutorial from Just Deanna should fit the bill. She shows how to make a heating pad from a sock. Brilliant! Get the tutorial.
Tutorial: Catnip pillows
Show some love to the feline in your life by making a catnip pillow. She’ll love you for it! Craft Leftovers has instructions to show you how. Get the tutorial.
Free Sewing pattern: Halloween Monster bat softie
Friday the 13th need not be unlucky. Take this monster stuffie, for example. Try as he might, this little guy can’t help but be cute. Get the free pattern from Elizabeth, You Were Born to Play that Part and make … Read More...
Sewing Technique: How to Hem tapered pants
Hemming tapered pants may seem daunting, but with a little patience and the right technique, it’s a challenge you can definitely overcome. The method shared by My Secret Pocket offers a clear and simple approach to keeping your hem smooth … Read More...
Sew a stuffed lovebird with this free pattern
Tweet, tweet, need a Valentine’s gift that’s sweet? Try sewing this sweet lovebird stuffie with the free pattern offered by Molly Chicken. He’s quick to make, easy to cuddle, and even sports a pocket where you can stash a sweet … Read More...
Sew a tooth fairy pillow with this free pattern
Losing a tooth is a big event for a child, so give them a special place for them to leave their tooth for the tooth fairy. Larrissa at mmmcrafts offers a free pattern to make this tooth fairy pillow. I … Read More...
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Tutorial: Girls’ ruffled skirt
Here’s a quick sewing project for a little girl. It’s an easy ruffled skirt, compliments of Vively Online. Get the tutorial.
Tutorial: Sew a pretty pincushion from a hankie
I love this sewing project from kootoyoo! She uses a vintage hankie to make a pincushion that’s as lovely as it is practical. Find out how to make one.
Sew a reversible kids’ craft apron
Adventures from the Sewing Studio shows how to make these reversible craft aprons for kids. Get the tutorial.