Seema SK from SSK Craft Shop shares a tutorial on her blog, Hooks, Needles and Brushes showing how to make her fringe-y Hope Rag Tote bag. She cut all of the fringed squares using the AccuQuilt Rag Die, but … Read More...
Tutorial: Print your own fabric to make custom patches
Chris from Pickup Some Creativity wanted to add some patches to her kids’ Harry Potter Halloween costumes. It would have been nearly impossible to find them in a store to buy, so she made her own using her inkjet printer. … Read More...
Tutorial: French curve bobbin holder
Meream from Bored & Crafty shows how she made a bobbin organizer for her wall – out of a French curve. Awesome! Get the tute.
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Tutorial: Funky Fabric Thanksgiving Bird softie
Head over to the Fiskars site for a tutorial showing how to make this Funky Fabric Bird softie. Get the tute.
Looking for more Softie toys to sew? Check out these sewing patterns for kids’ toys on Etsy and … Read More...
Tutorial: Frozen yogurt applique on kid’s tees
Ilene from Come on, Ilene! guest blogs at My Own Road with a tutorial showing how to add a cute frozen yogurt applique to a child’s t-shirt. Who wouldn’t love a sweet treat like that on the front of their … Read More...
Tutorial: Snowblossom Headband for little baby girls
Anshu from Blooms and Bugs shares a tutorial on her blog for making her Snowblossom Headband for little baby girls. The poofy tulle blossom is so cute perched on top of baby’s head. Get the tutorial.
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Cool idea: Spraypainted button decor
Check out the super cute button art that Laura Bray from Katydiddy made! She shares the fun project on her blog. I love the red buttons and matching red hoop!! Would you believe that they both started out gold? She … Read More...
Tutorial: Pocket Pillowcase
Suzanne from Just Another Hangup shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a special pillowcase for a child. There’s a pocket cleverly stitched into the side of the pillowcase to hold a special doll, favorite toy, or … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a cute new top of a man’s button down shirt
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how she created a cute new top for herself out of a man’s button down shirt. The plain white shirt gets a pop of color from constrast binding and pockets. Get the tute.… Read More...
Tutorial: Refashion a muumuu into a cute top
Cheri from I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar shows how she reworked a thrifted muumuu into a cute little top. She loved the embroidered motifs on the muumuu, but the shape was less than stylish. So she cut it short … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY iPhone or iPad gloves
Ashley from Lil Blue Boo shares a tutorial for making a gift that’s sure to be a hit with the techno-savvy crowd. It’s a pair of gloves with conductive thread stitched into the fingers so you can use your iPhone, … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a canvas envelope
Nicole from Improv Diary shows how to create a canvas version of large manila envelope. It’s stitched together with contrast thread, with a flower motif free-motion stitched on the front. A pair of buttons creates the closure. Get the tutorial… Read More...
Tutorial: Thanksgiving countdown bunting
Tatertots and Jello shares a tutorial for making a Thanksgiving countdown bunting. The letters spell out the words “Be Thankful.” A pocket on each flag holds a slip of paper describing a family activity to encourage your family to slow … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make pretty gathers
Colette Patterns shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to make pretty gathers for your sewing project. The tutorial is an excerpt from Sarai Mitnick’s new book, The Colette Sewing Handbook. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Painted and stitched canvas Christmas ornaments
Melony from Mel Designs shows how to create one of a kind Christmas ornaments out of canvas and burlap. The plain fabric is painted, stitched, and embellished to create a layered, collage-y decoration for your tree. Get the tutorial.… Read More...
Tutorial: Two methods for mending jeans
Chris from Pickup Some Creativity shows two ways that you can mend a hole in a pair of jeans. One method uses a patch underneath, and the other uses a decorative patch on the top. The tutorial is part of … Read More...
Tutorial: Upcycled Ruffles Dress for little girls
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shows how she created her Upcycled Ruffles Dress. The fabric to create this cute dress comes from unwanted clothing. The dress was part of her entry into the Upcycled Challenge at Project Run and Play. … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a striped cardigan from a crewneck sweater
Jen from iCandy Handmade guest blogs in the Refashionista series at I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar with a tutorial showing how to remake a solid crewneck sweater into a striped cardigan. You can’t see it in this photo, but … Read More...
Tutorial: Stylish bag from faux leather
If you’re looking to craft a stylish and versatile accessory, the “Trendy Faux Leather Handbag” tutorial from Sew4Home is a fantastic guide. This project combines elegance with practicality, resulting in a handbag that’s perfect for both daily use and special … Read More...
Tutorial: Beginner’s Baby Dress with Puff Sleeves
Prudent Baby shares a free pattern and tutorial for making their Beginner’s Baby Dress with Puff Sleeves. The simple jersey knit dress has a puff sleeves and a skirt gathered on to a loose-fitting bodice. You can keep the dress … Read More...