Kristina J. shows how to add a sparkly paillette collar to a plain tee. (Paillettes are those oversized sequins with the hole at the top rather than in the middle.) Gorgeousness!! Go to her blog for the how-to.
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Tutorial: Father’s Day bow tie mug rug
Designer Jackie White shares a tutorial at Pellon blog showing how to make a bow tie mug rug. They suggest it as a Father’s Day present, but with fabric choice could make this a cute project for anyone or any … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Let out a shorts waist by releasing darts
Rachel Lou shares a tutorial over at Refashion Co-op showing how she altered a pair of kid’s shorts to get a little extra room at the waist. She got the extra fabric by releasing the darts and patching in some … Read More...
Tutorial: Color blocked V-neck sundress
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to make this color blocked V-neck sundress. The tutorial is part of her 30 Days of Sundresses series on her blog. Go there for the tute.
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Tutorial: Circle skirt with leggings attached
Jessica from The Sewing Rabbit shows how to make a circle skirt with a pair of built in leggings. The skirt she made was out of eyelet, so the leggings are a very important addition to the skirt. Even if … Read More...
Fusible fleece adds dimension in applique
Fusible fleece is normally used between layers of fabric. But Heather fromThe Sewing Loft also uses it to give depth to applique designs. Go to her blog post to read about the advantages of fusible fleece in applique and … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Childhood dress recreated for a daughter
Suz and SewPony brings on the sewing nostalgia with her When We Were Young series. The series will feature bloggers who have recreated a favorite garment from their childhood. Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional has posted the first installment, … Read More...
Tutorial: Four panel skirt
Molly from Molly Tov shows how to make a simple skirt with four panels. The pattern is easily adjusted to get the look you want. You can make it as long or as short as you like. You can flare … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Easy buttoned scarf swimsuit cover-up
Meream from Bored & Crafty made a new swimsuit cover-up for herself out of two scarves and some buttons. The cover-up is a poncho style wrap, meaning that it slides over the neck and remains open on the sides. It’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Camping Toiletries Bag
Heather from Dragonfly Designs shares a tutorial over at seven thirty three showing how to make her Camping Toiletries Bag. It’s a drawstring bag from a heavy canvas fabric. Use it to carry your toiletries when you make the trek … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Leather cord strap
Tricia from Made By Me & Shared With You shows how to make a cord wrap out of leather (or faux leather). The short leather cord wraps around bundled cords and then Velcroes together to keep the corders from getting … Read More...
Tutorial: Pom pom trim throw pillow cover
Anna from Plan B shows how to make a throw pillow cover edged in pom pom trim. A zipper in one of the side seams serves as a closure. It’s an easy project to refresh the look of a couch … Read More...
Tutorial: Soft fabric strawberries
Summertime is strawberry time! Keeley from Hope & Gloria shows how to stitch up a fabric version of a red, ripe strawberry. It takes just a small piece of fabric, so raid your scrap bin for bits of red and … Read More...
Tutorial: Drafting a turtleneck pattern
Maddie from Madalynne answers a reader’s question about how to draft a pattern for a turtleneck. A turtleneck is basically a wide band of fabric attached to the neck of a shirt, but you’ll need to do some measuring to … Read More...
Tutorial: Girl’s slouchy cardigan
Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional shows how to make a little girl’s slouchy cardigan. It’s made from t-shirt knit so it’s a lightweight layer to wear on a cool evening or in an air conditioned restaurant. Go to her … Read More...
Tutorial: Seaside Stripes dress
Kirstin from Kojo Designs guests in Melly Sews‘ 30 Days of Sundresses series with a tutorial showing how to make her Seaside Stripes dress. It’s a simple dress, requiring just two pieces of fabric and a handful of seams. … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Kid’s beach towel swim wrap
Angelina from JoJo and Eloise shows how to make a kid’s beach towel swim wrap. She used terry cloth yardage to make hers, but you could also use a purchased towel if you’re not able to find the terry cloth … Read More...
Rikka’s sewing confession
Palak from Make It Handmade has started a new series called Handmade Confessions, which will feature guest posts from other sewists sharing their “confessions.” It could be a deep dark sewing secret, a handy tip, or a funny story. First … Read More...
Tutorial: Half circle zippered pouch
Lula Louise shares a tutorial showing how to make her half circle zippered pouch. It’s a simple zippered pouch, but with a rounded bottom. A removable wrist strap allows you to carry it as a wristlet when you wish. Go … Read More...
Tutorial: Hobo purse with a braided fabric strap
Ilse from Sew It Love It shows how to make a hobo purse with a braided fabric strap. It’s fully lined, with a zipper across the top to keep your stuff inside. The pattern she used for the bag body … Read More...