Larissa from Just Another Day in Paradise shows how to make these cute and functional Grab n Go Reusable Snack Bags. They’re made from vinyl tablecloths and have an easy Velcro closure. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Peter Rabbit-inspired messenger bag
Anna from Noodlehead shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she made this chambray messenger bag for kids. The bag was inspired by The Tale of Peter Rabbit and is part of the Once Upon a Thread series at … Read More...
Free pattern: Little boys’ boxer briefs
Sabra from Sew A Straight Line shares a free pattern and tutorial for making little boys’ boxer briefs. It’s her contribution to Celebrate the Boy 2011. Her pattern is available in one size – a boys’ 3/4, but you could … Read More...
Tutorial: Nook sleeve
Jump Up and Down shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this simple Nook sleeve. Slide your Nook into this fabric sleeve when not in use to protect the screen. Snaps stitched into the top keep the … Read More...
Read all about it: On buying your first sewing machine
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shares advice for new sewists on purchasing their first sewing machine. Most people think this involves a significant investment, but they can actually be found quite inexpensively. She explores several options for a low-cost sewing … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Marshmallow Bunny Easter Peeps Plushies
Amanda from Dandelions & Lace shows how to make these super cute Marshmallow Bunny Plushies. They look just like those sugar coated ones that appear in the stores every Easter! (Peeps!) Unlike their sugar-y counterparts, these guys won’t rot your … Read More...
Free pattern: Favourite Frills skirt
This beautiful skirt looks like it walked straight off the pages of a high-end fashion magazine. But it’s actually a free pattern from Your Style Rocks! The Favourite Frills skirt was the winning entry to their Sophisticated Skirt contest, … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric pots and pans for a play kitchen
Sabra from Sew A Straight Line guest blogs in the Play Eats series at Project: Project with a tutorial showing how to make fabric pots and pans. How insanely cute is that?! The knobs on the lids are made with … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Zippered pullover from a t-shirt
Cheri from I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar shows how to make a zippered pullover from a t-shirt. The zipper is exposed, which looks super cool and is also super easy to sew. And I’m loving the kanaroo pocket! She … Read More...
From my studio last week: March 14, 2011
I only got one thing actually sewn last week, and I hesitate to show it here because it’s really not exceptional. But given that I don’t have anything else, it’ll just have to do.
It’s a tunic for my … Read More...
Tutorial: J. Crew-inspired ruffle tee
Paige from Pink Lemonade and Simply Handmade by Paige shows how she created her fabulous ruffle shirt, inspired by a similar shirt at J. Crew. The short-sleeved embellished shirt is cleverly made from a long-sleeved shirt, with the sleeves cut … Read More...
Tutorial: Custom fabric prints with fabric dye
I can’t count how many times I’ve left the fabric store disappointed because I couldn’t find the fabric print I had in mind when I went there. How can they have a building full of fabrics, and not have the … Read More...
Tutorial: Peek-a-boo car seat cover
Heather from Small Fry & Co. guest blogs at Someday Crafts with a tutorial showing how to make a peek-a-boo car seat cover. The cover keeps baby snug and warm in her car seat carrier, but has a little window … Read More...
Tutorial: Butterfly embellishment
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shows how to use leftover piping trim to create a butterfly embellishment. The piping was leftover from a skirt she made, so the t-shirt coordinates perfectly! Get the tutorial.
[photo from Me Sew Crazy
Tutorial: Zippered sham pillow
Jaime at Prudent Baby shows how to make a sham pillow with a zippered closure. Make it from a home dec weight fabric to get those nice crisp edges around the pillow. Get the tute.
[photo from Prudent Baby
Tutorial: Scrap fabric camera case
Morgan from Morgan Made It shares a tutorial for making a camera case. It’s an easy project and it can be made out of fabric in your scrap bin. She made hers in just 15 minutes. Get the tute.… Read More...
Tutorial: Pillowcase dress with pleated ruffle and waist sash
Jess from Bits for Babyand Craftiness Is Not Optional shows how to make a pillowcase dress with a pleated ruffle around the bottom, and a sash to tie around the waist.
It’s part of the Sew A Dress For … Read More...
Tutorial: Bow applique and pleated lace cardigan
Jen from iCandy Handmade tells how she turned a pullover sweater into an embellished cardigan, with pleated lace around the neck and a fabulous appliqued bow. It was inspired by a similar cardigan at ModCloth, which is no longer available. … Read More...
Free template: Envelope to store sewing patterns
Heather from Heather’s Handmade and Me Making Do shares a free template for making an envelope to store all of the sewing patterns you download and print. The handmade envelopes are sooo much cuter than the ones you get at … Read More...
Tutorial: Bow tie neck pillow
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making this bow tie neck pillow. The shape of the pillow supports and cradles your neck – perfect for watching TV or reading in bed! Get the tutorial.
[photo from Sew4Home]