Sew4Home shows how to breathe new life into an old ottoman by making a slipcover. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Make an iPad stand
Jen from bettycrockerass shares a tutorial for sewing up a handy iPad stand. The triangular stand holds the iPad at an angle for hands-free reading. This would make an awesome gift!! Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Reusable fabric gift sack
Rachael from Rachael Rabbit shows how to make a reusable gift sack for Christmas gift giving. It’s fully lined with a batting interlining so it keeps its shape (and won’t spoil the surprise of what’s inside). The rustic fabric on … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a cutout design to the back of a dress bodice
Cindy from Cation Designs shows how to adapt the bodice of a dress to add a cut-out design at the back. Her method allows for the insertion of a zipper underneath the design, and you can use just about any … Read More...
Tutorial: Whimsical patchwork elf stocking
Jamie from DIY Home Sweet Home shows how to make a patchwork elf stocking with a curled up toe and a zig-zag-y cuff. The mix of bright colors in her patchwork gives it a whimsical feel. The patchwork is fabulous, … Read More...
Tutorial: Patchwork gingerbread men snack mat
Rosina from Rosy Posy shows how to make a fun little snack mat for the Christmas season. It has a stripe of colorful patchwork across the bottom, and a trio of gingerbread men appliqued across the top. Get the tutorial… Read More...
Tutorial: Turkey jumper with scalloped “tail feathers” on the back
Brandi from Jubee’s Craft Box shows how she made this cute little turkey-themed jumper for her toddler daughter. She stitched rows of scalloped “feathers” to create the look of tailfeathers. She shows it as a Thanksgiving outfit, but you could … Read More...
Tutorial: Whimsical Felt Christmas Trees
Jessica from Sew Homegrown shows how to make her Whimsical Felt Trees, inspired by similar items she saw in a Garnet Hill catalog. The felt trees are sooo cute, and are easily made from inexpensive materials. Get the tute to … Read More...
Tutorial: Thimble or change pouch with squeeze opening
Idle Hands Empty Brain shows how to make an itty bitty pouch to hold thimbles or perhaps a bit of small change. The top opens when you squeeze the sides together. The pouch gets its stiff sides from a recycled … Read More...
Tutorial: The Little Prince appliqued zippered pouch
Cindy from Cation Designs shares a tutorial showing how to make a zippered pouch with an appliqued design inspired by the classic The Little Princ
e. Love!! Get the tutorial at Caton Designs.
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Tutorial: Monogrammed hankies from an old button-down shirt
Alicia from La Famille guest blogs in the Gifts for Guys series at KojoDesignswith a tutorial showing how to make a monogrammed hankie. She gets the fabric from an old button-down shirt. This is such a great idea!! It … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Dressy Christmas outfit from casualwear patterns
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how she used patterns intended for casualwear to make a dressy Christmas outfit. The blouse was made from a pattern intended for knits, but she used it with a non-stretchy polyester. Her post explains … Read More...
Tutorial: Adjustable fleece hat
Gwen from Gwenny Penny shows how to make an adjustable fleece hat. It comes down far enough to cover the ears, and a bit of elastic at the back allows you to cinch it in for a snug fit. I’m … Read More...
Tutorial: Christmas Stocking Pocket Banner
Trish from Two Peas in a Pod shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Christmas Stocking Pocket Banner. Each flag in the banner has an appliqued pocket shaped like a stocking so you can fill them … Read More...
Tutorial: Metal frame change purse
Bethany from Sweet Bee Creations shares a tutorial on her log, Sweet Bee Buzzings, showing how to make a small metal frame change purse. These little pouches are sooo cute! The metal frame makes this look like it would … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux knotted cowl
Pam from Fashion Sewing Supply and Off The Cuff Sewing Style shows how to make a faux knotted cowl for a knit top. Get the tute.
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Lookie what she made: Formal day dress from her daughter’s wedding dress
Pam from Threading My Way shows the lovely formal dress that she made – out of her daughter’s wedding dress. I love that her daughter was the one who encouraged her to take on such a risky project, and that … Read More...
Tutorial: Tiered ruffled hostess apron
Sew4Home shows how to make a tiered ruffled hostess apron. They made theirs from vintage-y florals to give it a romantic cottage feel. It would also be fun out of brights for a sassier look. Get the tute.
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Tutorial: Bandana headband with elastic
Enkarna from GateArte shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a bandana headband with elastic at the bottom. You can find bandanas inexpensively at discount and craft stores. Or, if you can’t find a bandana with a … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a tea wallet
Anne from the GreenStitch poscast shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a tea wallet. The fabric case has 6 pockets to hold tea bags. It all folds up for easy transport in your purse. This would … Read More...