Amy from Positively Splendid shows how one pattern can become either a Valentine’s treat pouch or a heart-shaped pocket pillow. Whether you make the pouch or the pillow version, it’s a sweet way to gift a small Valentine treat. Go … Read More...
Free pattern: Valentine owl hand towel
Amber from Crazy Little Projects shows how you can make this cute Valentine owl hand towel. The owl and ribbon trim are held down with fusible webbing, so you could get by with just ironing them down, but stitching them … Read More...
Tutorial: Lace front tee
Jill from Made It On Monday guests at Kojo Designs with a tutorial showing how to make a lace layering top. The front is made from lace, and the back and sleeves from a lightweight jersey. Go to her tutorial… Read More...
Tutorial: Hammer style leggings for little girls
I know, I know… people these days call them “harem” pants. But back in the day, they were Hammer Pants. Am I showing my age? Liz fromSimple Simon & Co. gets the name right in her blog post, where … Read More...
Tutorial: Crossover hoodie neckline
Check out the crossover neck on this hoodie sweatshirt Heather from Feather’s Flights made for her son. It’s a cool look that also seems like it would give good coverage to a neck to keep it warm. Go to her … Read More...
Tutorial: Monogrammed bag tag
Taylor Made shows how to make a monogrammed diaper bag tag. Not toting around a diaper bag these days? Make one for your purse or laptop bag, or your luggage, or maybe for your child to hang from her backpack. … Read More...
Tutorial: Drawstring bag makes an excellent first sewing project
If you’re wanting to learn to sew, or maybe you’re teaching someone to sew, a drawstring bag makes an excellent first project. They’re easy to sew and can be put to any number of purposes – holding toys, toiletris, even … Read More...
Tutorial: Take in a boxy sweatshirt with a zipper on the back
Liz from Cotton & Curls used a zipper insertion to remove extra width from a boxy sweatshirt. She didn’t actually cut the fabric, so the zipper just makes a big pleat in the back. I love this! It gives the … Read More...
Tutorial: Punk-inspired dripping pocket
Max from Max California shows how she created the dripping pocket for a t-shirt. Love!! The shirt was part of a punk rock-inspired outfit she made for her entry into the recent Boys’ Week challenge at Project Run and Play. … Read More...
Tutorial: Close a pillow (or softie) hole with an invisible ladder stitch
Amy from Positively Splendid shows how to make a close a pillow opening with a handstitch that’s virtually invisible. It’s called a ladder stitch. It’s also often used when closing up stuffing holes on a softie. Go to her blog … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew Valentine’s sweater with an edge
Cathy from Trinkets in Bloom shows how to create a no-sew Valentine’s sweater that’s got an edge. She created a giant heart shape out of safety pins. Technically, there is some sewing involved with the handstitched “XO” at the … Read More...
Tutorial: Butterfly sleeve tunic
Oh, how my tweenish daughter would love this butterfly sleeve tunic that Ashley from Make It and Love It made! Happy news for me, she shares a tutorial showing how to make one. Even happier news for me, it’s a … Read More...
Tutorial: Pintucked dress bodice
Cheryl from Sew Much Ado guest blogs in the Basic Bodice Design series at iCandy Handmade with a tutorial showing how to make add pintucks to a bodice. This is such a pretty detail for a dress! Go to her … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Upcycled t-shirt hoodie
Cheri from I Am Momma Hear Me Roar shows how she upcycled two t-shirts into one awesome hoodie for her son. Though she shows it for a boy – and boy, does she know how to design for boys! – … Read More...
Idea file: Desperate times pattern weights
With sets of pattern weights available at the fabric store, or all the cute DIY versions floating out there in the blogosphere, we might forget that pattern weights are just something heavy you put down on a pattern to keep … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple felt heart treat pouch
Angelina from JoJo and Eloise shows how to make a simple felt heart pouch. You can fill it with treats and hang it on a doorknob or coat hook. The edges won’t fray so there’s no need to finish them … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrunchy button scarf
Dana from MADE shows how you can create this cute scrunchy button scarf. The gathers down the center are made with elastic thread shirring, so you’ll need a relatively lightweight fabric such as a quilting cotton, knit fabric, flannel, or … Read More...
Tutorial: Pin and chain clutch closure
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy and SewSet shows how to make a cool pin and chain closure for a clutch purse. You can make one using some standard jewelry making supplies (chain, pliers, and large pin). Go to her blog … Read More...
Tutorial: Framed pegboard organization for your sewing space
Heidi from HoneyBear Laneshows how to make a framed pegboard to help organize your sewing or craft room. I have one hanging in my studio (sans frame) and it keeps all my tools within sight and easy reach, but … Read More...
Tutorial: Flanged pillow sham with pieced stripes
Maureen fromMaureen Cracknell Handmade hares a tutorial over at Riley Blake Designs showing how to make a flanged pillow sham. The striped pattern is actually pieced from two fabrics. Go to her tutorial.
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