Disney from Ruffles and Stuff used sequin trim to create a pair of fabulously sparkly suspenders for her daughter. She shares a tutorial showing how to make them. They’re cute with pants or a skirt. Go to her blog for … Read More...
Tutorial: Build an applique with ribbon and fusible webbing
This heart applique is actually made up of strips of ribbon. The Silhouette blog shows how do it using decorative ribbon and fusible webbing. As you’d expect, they used a Silhouette cutter to cut the applique shape from the ribbon-covered … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a toddler-sized backpack
Amber from Crazy Little Projects shows how to make a toddler-sized backpack that can go to preschool or Grandma’s house. It’s fully lined, with pockets on the inside for smaller items. The straps are adjustable, and there’s also a small … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew fringed heart pillow
Dana from BuenoVida shows how to make a fringed heart pillow, no sewing required. The sides are tied together instead. This would a fun project to make with your child! Get the tute.
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Tutorial: No-sew boot bling from plastic rhinestone trim
Have you seen the rhinestone trim in the fabric store? I find myself drawn to it because it’s sparkly and inexpensive, but it’s also plastic which limits the kinds of projects I’d put it on. Now I know at least … Read More...
Tutorial: Lace trimmed tee refashion
Tamara from Etcetorize shows how to make this lace trimmed tee, quick and easy. She started with a turtleneck (though a plain t-shirt would, too), reshaping the neckling and adding lace trim to the sides. Go to her tute.… Read More...
Video tutorial: Little girls’ dress McCalls 6690
This little girl’s dress was made using a printed pattern, McCalls 6690. It has a sheer overlaywith a lining underneath. For those who find printed patterns confusing or overwhelming, Professor Pincushion has a video tutorial that will walk you through … Read More...
Tutorial: Hot water bottle cover from a fat quarter
Esther from Happy In Red replaced the old pillowcase covering her hot water bottle with a pretty new cover made to fit. She made it out of a fat quarter, and she shares a tutorial showing how. Go to … Read More...
Tutorial: Add piping to a seam
Inserting piping into a seam is a fun way to add an accent color to a garment. Pam from Threading My Way shows how to do it. It’s easier than you think. Her method uses just a strip of fabric, … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s tiered ruffle tee or tunic
Michele from Handmade Martini shows how to make this little girl’s tiered ruffle tee. Or, make it longer and it’s a tiered ruffle tunic. This is such a cute look for little girls! And because it’s based on a t-shirt … Read More...
Tutorial: Peek-a-boo heart drawstring pouch
Rebekah from Twinkle and Twine shows how to make a drawstring pouch for your Valentine. The clear heart-shaped window gives a peek at the contents. Go to her blog for a how-to.
[photo from Twinkle and Twine]
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Give your t-shirt a contrast pocket
Merrick from Merrick’s Art shows how to add a contrast pocket to a plain tee. The simple addition adds a pop of color and pattern to basic shirt. Go to her tutorial.
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Sewing Pattern: Ruffle waist girl shorts, with button tab hems
Wen from What’s Mummy Up To? shows the cute Valentine’s outfit for her daughter, including a tutorial showing how she made the shorts. There’s a little ruffle around the top of the waistband, and button tabs on the cuffs. They’re … Read More...
Tutorial: How sew a hidden button fly
Shannon from Little Kids Grow shows how to sew a hidden button fly for a pair of pants. She uses them when making pajama pants but she says you can also use one in place of a zipper fly. Her … Read More...
Happy kitty kennel mats with Michaels Craft it Forward
Did you know that this week is Random Acts of Kindness Week? I didn’t, but it seems appropriate that it takes place during the week of Valentine’s. In celebration on Sunday, Feb 17, 2013, Michaels will be giving away … Read More...
Tutorial: Baby girl Wanderlust dress from a men’s dress shirt
Max from Max California made a pair of baby girl outfits for her entry to this week’s men’s dress shirt challenge at Project Run & Play. She is sharing a tutorial on her blog showing how she made one of … Read More...
Tutorial: Happy monster aromatic rice bag for stuffy noses
This happpy monster is actually a cover for an aromatic rice bag. How much happier would you be if you could treat a stuffy nose was treated with this cute guy instead of having to smear medicine all over your … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt heart needle book
Here’s a sweet Valentine’s giftie you can make for your stitchy friends. It’s a felt needle book with a heart on the front. Angelina from JoJo and Eloise guest blogs at Tatertots and Jello with a tutorial showing how to … Read More...
Tutorial: Wide bottomed zippered pouch
Heather from The Sewing Loftshows how to make a zippered pouch to hold your most used sewing tools. The wide bottomed pouch will hold scissors, threads, a needlebook, seam ripper and more. But you could also use this pouch … Read More...
Free pattern: Long-sleeved tee for an 18″ doll
Amy from Peek a Boo Pattern Shop has a free pattern for making a long-sleeved tee for an 18″ doll. Just like in a real child’s wardrobe, a long-sleeved tee is a versatile piece. It’s cute with a gathered skirt … Read More...