Granted, your straight pins aren’t exactly the sexiest, coolest of your sewing gadgets, but even they deserve a little special treatment now and then. Give them a pretty place to rest with this pieced pincushion from Kootoyoo. Get the tutorial… Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Sew a handy lunch bag
It’s a bag. It’s a placemat. It’s a bag and a placemat all buttoned up together in this very handy lunch bag. Find out how to make one with this tutorial from Design Sponge. [via One Pretty Thing]
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Make these adorable elf slippers
I am so in love with these elf slippers! I think I let out a little gasp when I saw them the first time. They could have stepped straight out of a winter’s fairy tale. With this tutorial offered by … Read More...
Tutorial: D-ring belt from fabric scraps
Area Thrifty One has a great idea to use up some of your favorite fabric scraps. Turn them into a fabulous belt! Get the tutorial here.
Sew a ruffled jacket from a t-shirt
Sometimes a t-shirt is not just a t-shirt. CraftStylish shows how to make this ruffled bolero-style cardigan from a standard tee. Get the tutorial.
Sewing Tutorial: Perfect zippers every time with glue basting
The appearance of the word “zipper” in the notions list on a printed pattern is enough to send many a sewer into fits of anxiety. Too often, zippers end up uneven or puckered, but Sew Mama Sew! has a solution. Use … Read More...
Tutorial: Flat front pants
In about the same time it would take to get to and from the mall, you could sew your child a pair of flat front pants. The Train to Crazy has a great tutorial to show you how. She says … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Sew a maternity skirt
Being preggo no longer means sacrificing your personal style. Maternity clothes have become quite hip lately, like this stylish a-line maternity skirt designed by See Mommy Sew. She offers a tutorial to show you how to make one. Or, if you want … Read More...
More new fabric from Michael Miller
Michael Miller’s gone and done it again with -ANOTHER- irresistable fabric line. This is Birds of Norway from the Cute Critters collection. Get the scoop and see more photos.
Inspiration: Peartroshkas
Matryoshkas are very much the rage in the crafting world right now. maya*made takes the matroyshka to a new level with her family of Peartroshkas. Yes, PEARtroyshkas. Half pear, half human, 100% adorable. I love this so much! Read her … Read More...
Tutorial: Boxy zippered bag
This boxy zippered bag by Patchy Apple reminds me of the old-school shaving kit that my grandfather used to have, except girly and modern instead of brown and vinyl. Make your own with kicky fabrics using her Boxy Bag Tutorial… Read More...
Sew a buttonhole without an automatic feature
Most sewing machines come equipped with an automatic buttonhole feature. But if you want to try a buttonhole on your own, without the automatic feature, Bari J shows you how. Get the tutorial.
How to replace the lining of your purse
Is the lining on your purse looking a little worse for wear? Maybe a few ink pens have leaked, or perhaps a forgotten candy bar melted a little? Don’t trash the bag. Do a little lining switcheroo instead with this … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a taggie football
Boys are so often left out of the crafting world. We make purses, and dresses, and litttle frilly things for our little girls, but it’s a bit more difficult when it comes to the little boys. That’s why this taggie … Read More...
Tutorial: Make this pincusion from a tuna can
This darling pincushion was made using a small empty can as a base. Laupre shows you how you can make one for yourself in her Tun Can Pincusion Tutorial. You’re not limited to tuna cans, though. Cat food cans … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Sew a Roll Up Puzzle Mat
A roll-up mat is a perfect accessory for anyone who loves to work jigsaw puzzles. It provides a good surface for working the puzzle, but also allows you to roll the puzzle up out of the way when you’re not … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Make an apron from table linens
CraftStylish shows how to make this pin-up style apron from two napkins and a placemat. You’ll also need 1/2 yard of coordinating fabric for the ties. Tablecloth, anyone? Get the tutorial. A great way to use up vintage table cloths … Read More...
Tutorial: Taking in the waist on a pair of jeans
***Editor’s note*** The link posted in this article is no longer active. You can find a similar tutorial at eHow: How to Take in the Waist on a Pair of Blue Jeans
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Simple test to determine fiber content
Thrift stores (also called op shops) and garage sales are some of my favorite sources for vintage fabrics. The only problem is, there’s no bolt-label to tell you the fiber content of the fabric you bring home. Area Thrifty One… Read More...
Thread tension demystified
Thread tension. These two little words conjure up a host of questions. How do you know when your thread tension is correct? How do you know when it is not? More importantly, how do you fix it? The Sewing Republic … Read More...