Casey from Stellar Mother shows how she took a pile of scraps left over from garment refashions and turned it into a pretty bunting to dress up her market stall. A colorful bunting like this would also be pretty in … Read More...
Tutorial: Use shirring to take in a neckline
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs reworked a tunic dress to fit her daughter. The only problem was that the tunic’s neckline was too big. Her solution was to use shirring to gather it in, and she shares a tutorial telling … Read More...
Giveaway: Premier issue of Stitch Craft Create, plus sewing goodies
The premier issue of Stitch Craft Create will be hitting the newstands on Tuesday, October 18, 2011. The cover looks absolutely yummy, doesn’t it? To celebrate, Craft Buds has a Q & A with their new editor, Shannon Miller. They’re … Read More...
Tutorial: Soft fabric gnome dolls
Christy from Pristine Designs Photography and Whimsical Whimsies shows how to make her Little Bitty Gnome doll. This is such a sweet little doll, and is perfect for sweet little hands! Get the tutorial.
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Free pattern: Mini Top Hat hair accessories
Fleece Fun shares a free pattern and tutorial for making a Mini Top Hat hair accessory. The patterns are available in 4 different sizes: Large (5.75 x 8.5 inches), Medium (4.5 x 6.5 inches), Small (3.5 x 4.5 inches), … Read More...
Tutorial: Creative Suitcase art organizer
Nat By Night guest blogs at Whip Up with a tutorial showing how to make her Creative Suitcase art organizer. This is such a well-thought-out organizer! It has everything you need for a creative project on the go. It’s large … Read More...
Tutorial: Nordic Prince tuxedo shirt for baby boys
Anshu from Blooms and Bugs shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Nordic Prince shirt for baby boys. The long sleeved knit top has a tuxedo-style bib at the neck. The sleeves are cut … Read More...
Tutorial: Pot holder handle sleeve
Dora from Show Tell Share made this clever pot holder that slides over the handle of the pot. It provides protection against the heat but also allows a firm grim. She shares a pattern and tutorial showing how to do … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make a sleeve placket
Jody from The Haby Goddess shares a tutorial on her blog showing her easy method for creating a sleeve placket. This is such a nice way to finish off a sleeve! The slit allows the sleeve to open up wide … Read More...
Tutorial: DIY canvas flag
Autie from iCandy Handmade canvas a flag for a local Boy Scout troop, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it. The left seam is reinforced with several layers of fabric. Get the tute.
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Tutorial: Flower petal photo background
Christie from Whimsical Whimsies shows how made a unique flower petal photo backdrop for photographing babies. She also covered a pair of bloomers to match. This is so gorgeous!! Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: Computer mouse wrist support cushion
Jill from Jembellish and Creating My Way To Success shows how to make a small cushion to support your wrist while clicking a computer mouse. You can make one in just 15 minutes. Your wrist will thank you. Get the … Read More...
Read all about it: Tips for sewing laminated cottons
Laminated cottons are popping up in all kinds of fabulous prints right now. Sewing on these fabrics can be a little tricky, though. The Calico House posts on their blog with some tips for sewing laminated cottons. Get the how-to… Read More...
Tutorial: Christmas planner from scrap fabric
Karen from McGinty and Me and Listen To The Birds Sing shares a downloadable tutorial for using fabric scraps to make a Christmas planner. The cover is pretty with different Christmas prints pieced together, and the little ribbon tabs on … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew laundry bag from a vintage pillowcase
Sarah from Emmyloubeedoo guest blogs over at Prudent Baby with a tutorial showing how to turn a vintage pillowcase into a laundry bag, no sewing required. It has a grommet for hanging on the back of a door, and a … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric pumpkin trick-or-treat bag
Craft Passion shares a tutorial for making a cute fabric pumpkin basket for trick-or-treating. The sides are stuffed and gathered to give it dimension and a pumpkin-y shape. Love! Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Use Citra Solv to transfer a printed image to fabric
Ashley from Lil Blue Boo shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to use Citra Solv
to transfer a printed image on to a piece of fabric. This process works with images printed on a laser printer or photocopier. … Read More...
Tutorial: Patchwork ribbon throw pillow
Elaine Schmidt shares a tutorial at Sew4Home showing how to create a gorgeous throw pillow out of Kaffe Fassett’s Renaissance Ribbons. I’m loving how the color and pattern of the ribbons are combined in a patchwork design! Get the tute… Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Halloween throw pillow with inkjet printed fabric
Suzanne from Just Another Hangup shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she made this cute Halloween-themed throw pillow. She started with plain muslin fabric and sent it through her inkjet printer to get the spooky graphic. Get the … Read More...
Tutorial: Waist adjustments when sewing pants
Colette Patterns shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to adjust the waist when sewing a pair of pants. Whether you need the waist to be larger or smaller, their tutorial shows how to alter the pattern to get … Read More...