Here’s a fun way to add buttonholes to a project. CraftStylish shows how to combine an applique with a buttonhole. Get the tutorial.
[tags]sewing, tutorial, buttonhole, applique[/tags]
Giveaway from Cicada Daydream
Cicada Studios is giving away a Summertime Sampler. Valued at $25, this pack includes 4 prints from the Summertime collection: Water Bubbles, Queen Anne’s Lace, and Sand Dollars. Each piece measures 12″h x 13.5w. Enter the giveaway at Cicada … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Fabric Easter basket
A tisket, a tasket, it’s a fabric easter basket! The Moda Bake Shop shows how to make this springtime fabric basket. I love the spring-y colors they used for the example! Get the tutorial.
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Free PDF pattern for reversible summer tote
Flower Girl Designs offers this free PDF pattern for a reversible summer tote. She also has several other PDF patterns for sale in her Etsy shop. Get the free pattern.
Cool idea: A cutting table from old doors
When I first saw the picture of this cutting table posted by Violet of Violet Craft, I thought, “Man, that chick laid out some cash for such a pretty table!” Then I read the post, where she explains that … Read More...
80s sweater to cool cowl
Look what Meghan from Clementine’s Closet is doing with thrifted sweaters! A few alterations take this sweater from 80s doldrums to this-year-stylish. See more about this project at Wardrobe Refashion, or visit Meghan’s Etsy shop Clementine’s Closet.
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Tutorial: Sew a spring tote
Jill from Homemade by Jill made this pretty spring tote, and shows how you can make one, too. She made it from two tea towels (one for the outside, one for the inside). Load it up with a blanket and … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a set of cocktail napkins
“You know, you can only use a paper napkin once and then you have to throw it away.” These words of wisdom were offered to me by my 5-year-old daughter. And she’s right. So go for a greener solution with … Read More...
Sneak Peek: Red Letter Day by Lizzie House
Lizzie House is going to be releasing her new Red Letter Day fabric line soon! Be still my heart! (I’m still swooning over Lizzie Dish…) Want to see more? Check out the sneak peeks on her blog here and here… Read More...
Tutorial: Turn a sweater vest into a dirndl
Look at what Hannah from knick knacks & ric rac did with a thrifted sweater vest. She turned it into a dirndl! Brilliant!! And if that’s not enough, she gives a tutorial to show you how it’s done. Get the … Read More...
Sneak Peek: Daisy Janie’s upcoming Urbana line
Take a look at the soon-to-be-released Urbana fabric line from Daisy Janie! The line has 5 designs in 3 colorways, and is printed on 100% organic cotton sateen. See more at Daisy Janie’s blog or at her business website.… Read More...
Tutorial: Spring clean your sewing machine
As spring arrives, our thoughts turn to cleaning. We spruce up our houses, thin out our closets, sweep the dust off of the porch. But what about your sewing machine? This trusty partner of yours needs a spring cleaning, too. … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a jacket for your little canine Dog friend
Just because your she has a fur coat doesn’t mean that she doesn’t need an extra layer of warmth now and then. Your little doggie will know you love her with this handmade jacket. Find out how to make one … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a zakka pincushion for your wrist
Keep your sewig pins right at hand with this pincushion that you wear on your wrist. Find out how to make one from The Storque. Get the tute.
[tags]sewing, tutorial, pincushion, wrist[/tags]
Tutorial: Hot pads to keep your hands cool
Just because hot pads are functional doesn’t mean they need to be tacky. Take these hot pads designed by The Sometimes Crafter, for instance. The reverse applique shapes show off the contrasting fabric layered behind. Want to know how to … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffle skirt from a pair of jeans
applehead shows how to make a ruffle skirt using an old pair of jeans. She uses the top of the jeans as the top of the skirt, and then attaches several ruffled tiers of lightweight fabric. So simple, so cute! … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Brown baggin’ it in felt
This lunch is zero-calorie, zero-fat-gram and jam-packed with fun! Skip to My Lou shows how to make this entire sack lunch from craft felt. A “paper” bag, sandwich, chips, and dessert are included. I love the stitching on the potato … Read More...
Tutorial: Zippered pencil bag
The Monkey Basket has a tutorial for making these fun pencil bags. Seriously, have school supplies ever been so chic?? Get the tutorial.
[tags]sewing, tutorial, pencil, bag, zipper[/tags]
Tutorial: Simple gathered skirt for little girls
Two Little Banshees posts a tutorial to make this simple gathered skirt. She sized this for a 2-year-old, but you can easily adjust the size up or down for an older or younger child. Pair this with a simple tank … Read More...
Linen and lace garland, oh my!!
Check out this linen and lace bunting made by Ravenhill! I love this so much! The natural linen contrasts with the delicate doilies. The square flags are the perfect partner for the intricate shapes appliqued on to them. See more … Read More...