Pillowcase dresses for Dress A Girl Around The World are the subject of this month’s sew-along at Hopeful Threads. Pam from Threading My Way has already made some and shares photos of the dresses she made on her blog. … Read More...
Tutorial: Child’s bathrobe from a thrifted sweater
Justine from Sew Country Chick explains how she made a bathrobe for her child out of a thrifted sweater. And did I mention it’s cashmere? How awesome is that! Get the how-to at Sew Country Chick.
Tutorial: Felt tea playset
Ashley from Lil Blue Boo shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a felt tea playset. The set includes felt tea bags and a wooden box to hold then. Think of all the cups of tea that … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric peonies
Ez from Creature Comforts shows how to make fabric peonies with petals that curve and curl just like the ones on real peonies. They’d make lovely gift toppers, hair accessories, or brooches. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Woodland Cottage Pincushion
Linday from The Cottage Mama shares a tutorial on Riley Blake’s Cutting Corners College showing how to make her Woodland Cottage Pincushion. The scalloped roof is the cutest!! Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Creating a neckline that doesn’t reveal too much
I usually play it safe when I draft or alter a neckline. I’m so afraid that I’ll end up having it plunge down to my navel, or showing off my very functional bra straps that I end up with one … Read More...
Tutorial: Cute dish towels to match your kitchen decor
Lisa fromA Spoonful of Sugar shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to create a cute dish towel to match your kitchen decor. She uses waffle cotton to make the towel, but you could also start with a … Read More...
Tutorial: Basic tote bag
Susan from MoonThirty shows how to make a basic tote bag. You can use it to carry groceries, library books, just about anything that needs carrying. Her tote will become the basis of her Rock the Tote series, which will … Read More...
Tutorial: Ombre ruffled dress for little girls
Oh, the ruffles that are going on right now at See Kate Sew! Kirstin & Jordan from Kojo Designs guest blog in the Ruffles 2012 series with a tutorial showing how to make their Rows of Ruffles dress for … Read More...
Tutorial: Easter bunny treat sack
I let out a little squeal of delight when I saw these Easter bunny treat bags that Merrilee from mer mag made. She shares a template and tutorial for making one. Quick, easy, and super cute! Get the template and … Read More...
Tutorial: 5-minute tunic for a toddler from one your tanks
Amber from Very Homemade (addow) shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to turn one of your old tanks into a new tunic for your toddler girl. It’s a quick project, taking just 5 minutes and a few seams. … Read More...
Tutorial: Drawstring doggie treat bag
Crafting a Green World shows how to make a drawstring bag to hold doggie treats, so you can carry them with you without leaving crumby mess in the bottom of your pockets. A fabric loop and metal ring make it … Read More...
Tutorial: Hooded romper for baby or toddler
Kat from Sew Chibi and Chibi Designs shows how to create a hooded romper for a baby or toddler. Her tutorial tells how to draft your own pattern and then how to sew it together. Her hooded romper served as … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a ruffle to a purchased bed sheet
Andrea from The Train To Crazy guest blogs in the Ruffles 2012 series at See Kate Sew with a tutorial showing how to add a ruffle to a plain bed sheet. It’s an easy way to add a pop of … Read More...
Tutorial: Turn a baby’s dress into a romper
Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to convert a little baby dress into a little baby romper. The top of the dress stays exactly the same; it’s just a matter of … Read More...
Tutorial: Nora dress for little girls
Jess from Bits for Baby and Craftiness Is Not Optional shows how she made this lovely Easter dress for her young daughter. Named the Nora dress, it’s a short-sleeve A-line dress with square neck and an empire waist. A contrast … Read More...
Free pattern: Mason jar drinking glass cozy
Heather from Magnolia Skies and Naturally Crafted Mama shares a free pattern for making a cozy for your mason jar drinking glasses. It’s made from a felted sweater that will absorb condensation and protect your hands from the cold (or … Read More...
Tutorial: Create custom labels with an inkjet printer
With all the time you invest in sewing project, wouldn’t it be nice to have a label stitched to it claiming it as your work? Mel from All Wrapped Up shows how to make your own custom labels using your … Read More...
Free pattern: Spring halter apron
Staci from Crafty Stacishares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Spring Apron. The halter-style top has straps running through a casing, giving a flexible fit and pretty gathers. A waistband, pockets, and … Read More...
Tutorial: Tee pee play tent
Miss Cinti from My Poppet shares a two-part tutorial on her blog showing how to make a tee pee play tent for the kiddoes. In warm weather, it can go outside for a bit of shade and a clubhouse. In … Read More...