I am loving the contrast neckline and bow on this top! Kate from See Kate Sew shows how to use bias tape to make this pretty detail. Get the tute.
[photo from See Kate Sew]
Tutorial: Simple throw pillow cover
Katy from No Big Dill shows us how to make a simple cover for a throw pillow. The simple square shape is a great way to show off a cool fabric print. The cover is easily removable (buttons across the … Read More...
Tutorial: Velvet Raindrops Tee
Scared Stitchless has the how-to for making this simple tee with velvet ribbons stitched in stripes down the front. She calls it her Velvet Raindrops Tee. The embellishment is inspired by a dress from Modcloth, though her version makes a … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Project Runway-inspired bias trimmed shorts
Nicole from Cole’s Corner and Creations shares a tutorial at Project Run and Play showing how to make a pair of shorts trimmed in bias tape. The look is inspired by designer Rami on Project Runway. Get the tutorial at … Read More...
Tutorial: Stand-alone Peter Pan collar
Elizabeth from Simple Simon and Co. shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a stand-alone Peter Pan collar. It ties around the neck rather than being attached to the garment, so one day you can add or … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s Aladdin bubble pants
Anshu from Blooms and Bugs shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a pair of bubble pants (think Aladdin) for little girls. These pants are sooo cute! I am especially loving the asymmetrical waistband, tied on one … Read More...
Tutorial: Lengthen the hems of a t-shirt
Lizzie B. from Cotton & Curls continues her Tailer It To Fit February series with a tutorial showing how to add a bit of extra length to the hems of a t-shirt. You’ll be adding in extra fabric. You can … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s bubble halter top
Seamingly Smitten shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a bubble halter top for a little girl. The straps tie at the front in a big bow. You could also reverse the top to have the bow … Read More...
Tutorial: T-shirt with a braided look neckline
I’m loving the neckline on this t-shirt! At first glance it looks like it’s braided, but it’s actually a simple chain stitch made from a strip of fabric. The Gilded Hare shows how to do it. This technique doesn’t require … Read More...
Tutorial: Polar bear bath mitt
Abby from Things for Boys shares a tutorial for making this polar bear wash mitt. Awww… Isn’t he the cutest? Get the tutorial.
[photo from Things for Boys]
Tutorial: Cardigan to cowl scarf
Ilene from Come On, Ilene! gave an old cardigan sweater new life as a cowl scarf. The chunky cable knit and buttons look pretty cool on the cowl, don’t you think? It’s a quick, easy project and she has a … Read More...
Tutorial: Make lined curtains out of a duvet and a flat sheet
Melissa from Honeybee Vintage shows how to make a set of curtains out of bed linens. What a great idea! She used a duvet that she found at a thrift store, but you might also be able to pick one … Read More...
Tutorial: Sewing caddy and Hello Kitty pincushion
Sew4Home shows how to make this handy little caddy for organizing your sewing notions. They made it from a cute Hello Kitty fabric, and then made a matching Hello Kitty pincushion. Cute!!! Get the tutorial.
[photo from Sew4Home]
Tutorial: Gathered fabric flower
Melissa from Melly Sews shows how to make a gathered fabric flower. Her version of the fabric flower uses two layers of gathered petals and a pretty bead finishing off the center. She put it on a headband to make … Read More...
Tutorial: Snap Trap Lil’ Kids Wallet
Suzanne from Just Another Hangup shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for making her Snap Trap Lil’ Kids Wallet. The small fabric pouch has two pockets – the zippered pocket across the front that you can easily … Read More...
Tutorial: Retro-inspired little gir’s top with a Peter Pan collar
Terra from Mama Says Sew guest blogs at Prudent Baby with a tutorial showing how to make a retro-inspired top for a little girl. The Peter Pan collar is all sweetness. She has a free pattern for a size 3T/4T. … Read More...
Tutorial: All-purpose organizing caddy
Jennifer Overstreet from Gable House Quilting and Designs shares a tutorial at Moda Bake Shop showing how to make a handy organizing caddy. Thanks to a weighted sand pocket at the top, the bag can hang from the side of … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a pouch sling baby carrier
Marissa from Rae Gunshares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a pouch style baby carrier. It’s easy to slip on and allows for hands-free baby carrying. Get the tutorial at Rae Gun Ramblings.
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Tutorial: Cash organizing wallets
Tammy from Karamat shares a tutorial at Moda Bake Shop showing how to make a cash organizing wallet. The simple fabric wallet has one pocket for holding a bit of paper money. You can use them as part of a … Read More...
Tutorial: Peplum skirt refashioned from a flared skirt
Geneva from A Pair and a Spare shows how to refashion a flared skirt into a peplum. The flared hem of the original skirt gets moved up to the waistband to create the peplum. What a great idea! Get the … Read More...