Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shares a tutorial over at The Girl Creative showing how to make her Inverted Pleat Peek-a-Boo Pockets. They’re super cute on the back of a pair of summer shorts. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Easy stretch knit headband
Jordan from Blueprint Crafts shows how to make a quick and easy headband from stretch knit fabric. All it takes is two pieces of knit fabric and two seams to make one. Get the tute.
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Sewing Tutorial: DIY Fleece dog bed
Erin from Dog Under My Desk shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a dog bed out of fleece. She gives the dimensions to make one that with a 26″ diameter, but she also explains her math … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy Mesh Beach Bag
Heather from Small Fry & Co. shows how to make an easy beach bag out of mesh fabric. The mesh allows all of the water (and sand) to drain out, but keeps your shoes and toys and towels all together. … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Add bra cups when making your own swimsuit
When making a bathing suit for yourself, the underside of the suit is just as important as the outside. CraftStylish shows how to add bra cups so you have proper support. Awesome! Go to the tutorial.
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Free pattern: Stripey Penguin softie
Jill from Homemade by Jill created this super cute Stripey Penguin softie as a birthday present for a little boy, and she shares a template so you can make one, too. There’s not a detailed step-by-step, but it’s made using … Read More...
From my studio last week: June 14, 2011
This week I made what might be my new favorite top. I showed you the first go-round of the shirt last week. This week I refined it by scooping out the neck a little lower and adding extra ease. Now … Read More...
Free pattern: The Pretty Blouse for summer
Amanda from The Modern Marigold shares a free pattern and tutorial in the Summer Sewing series at Sew, Mama, Sew! for making The Pretty Blouse. This is such a versatile top! Make it loose and flowy, or lengthen it and … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a book strap
LiEr from ikat bag guest blogs at How About Orange with a tutorial showing how to make a book strap. The strap wraps around a stack of books and makes it easy to carry. Hers is an updated version of … Read More...
Tutorial: Take-Out Box Wristlet
Staci from Crafty Staci shares a 2-part tutorial on her blog showing how to make a cool wristlet – shaped like a take-out box. Go to part 1 to find out how to make the wrist strap. Go to part … Read More...
Tutorial: Travel organizer
Teresa from My Patchwork shows how to make a handy travel organizer hold toiletries and small items. It folds up to carry with you in your suitcase. When you get to your destination, you can unfold it for easy access … Read More...
Tutorial: Travel sewing kit
Christine from 2 Little Hooligans shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to put together a travel sewing kit. The small kit includes just what you need to handle most sewing emergencies. Great idea! Get the tute.
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Tutorial: Summer Camp Chairs
Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a simple camp chair. The frame of the folding stool is made from inexpensive PVC pipe, and the seat is sewn from canvas. A … Read More...
Tutorial: Bunting appliqued make-up pouch
Suzanne fromJust Another Hangup shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a zippered make-up pouch with a whimsical bunting appliqued across the front. She shows how to create the appliqued design, and then uses Noodlehead’s tutorial … Read More...
Tutorial: Super Simple Summer Skirt from lightweight jersey
Cheri from I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar shows how to make her Super Simple Summer Skirt from a lightweight jersey knit. Pair it with a basic tee for a nice summer outfit that’s also comfortable in the warm weather. … Read More...
Winner of the Princess Lasertron Felt Flower Fascinator Headband online class
Our giveaway of the Felt Flower Fascinator Headband online class with Princess Lasertron ended last week. The winner of the giveaway is….
Commenter #9, Vanessa B, who said:
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Tutorial: Father’s Day necktie key rings
Amy from Positively Splendid shows how to make super cute Father’s Day necktie key ring. She was inspiredy by the Whimsical Keychains that Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional recently showed how to make. The basic process is the same, … Read More...
Tutorial: Tied Maternity Top Refashion
Jessica from Happy Together guest blogs at DIY Maternity with a tutorial showing how to make her Tied Maternity Top out of a thrifted dress. Though the original dress looks frumpy, a bit of cutting and sewing and elastic thread … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy baby bibs
Melissa from Honey Scrap shows how to make a simple baby bib. They’re quick to make, and easy, too. The backing is made from a towel for absorbancy, and the top layer is made from a fun cotton print for … Read More...
Tutorial: Peek-a-boo Lace T-shirt Refashion
Melanie from Crafty Cupboard guest blogs at Craftaholics Anonymous with a tutorial showing how to make her Peek-a-boo Lace T-shirt Refashion. She replaces the top 2 inches of the shirt with a lace panel. It adds femininity, but because it … Read More...