Ady from Crafty Ady shows how to make a glasses case with a flex frame opening. The case is lined and padded for extra protection for your glasses. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Crafty Ady]
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by Anne Weaver
Ady from Crafty Ady shows how to make a glasses case with a flex frame opening. The case is lined and padded for extra protection for your glasses. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Crafty Ady]
by Anne Weaver
It’s not Valentine’s Day without conversation hearts, and Vanessa from Punkin Patterns shows how to make a super cute garland from felt versions of the popular candy. Get the tutorial.
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Kirsty from You Had Me At Bonjour shows how to make a hanging organizer to keep all of your remotes happy and together and in one spot. She made hers with four pockets at the bottom for her larger remotes … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Jessica fromSew Homegrown shows how she created a new tablecloth for spring. Instead of sticking with just one print, she pieced several together to create a more eclectic look. Piecing it also means that you don’t have to stick … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Jenny B Harris from All Sorts shares a free pattern for her Fluffy*Stuffy Bunny. This sweet little bunny is made from a soft fleece fabric and wears a pretty dress. I’m loving her little heart nose and the scalloped collar … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Kathleen from Grosgrain shows how make a used pair of shoes fabulous with the addition of a new insole. A new insole made of a kicky fabric print. Love, love!! This is making me want to go find a pair … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Vivian from Craft with Confidence shows how to make her Rockin’ Boy Slippers. Foam in the soles make them soft and cushy, and a bit of elastic at the heels helps them stay on. But don’t let the name fool … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Head over to Sew, Mama, Sew! for a free pattern for making this little bullfinch ornament made from bits and pieces of scrap fabric. It’s an excerpt from the book Scandinavian Stitches by Kajsa Wikman. Go to the free pattern.… Read More...
by Anne Weaver
I like to think of bias tape as my little magic sewing friend (or maybe my secret weapon?). It finishes off the edges of my fabric so cleanly, and when made from contrasting colors or prints it gives a little … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Malory from Snips & Spice shows how to make a little girls’ skirt from a pair of handkerchiefs or bandanas. The overlapped squares make pretty points on the skirt. And because the handkerchiefs are already hemmed, it’s a quick and … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Bramcost Publications shares a free vintage pattern for making a pair of spats. Think of them as slipcovers for your shoes. The pattern calls for buckles, but you could substitute Velcro to simplify the project. Get the tutorial.
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Katy from Sew Apropos and No Big Dill shows how to make a fabric version of an origami paper crane. She uses the folded fabric Japanese cranes to make one-of-a-kind hair accessories for her daughter. Love! Get the tutorial.… Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Nicole from 60 Piggies guest blogs at Red Ted Art’s Blog with a free pattern and tutorial for making this sweet soft dollie. I’m loving those rosy red cheeks, and the little pointy hat she wears! Get the pattern.… Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Jill from Creating My Way To Success shows how to make a notebook and pencil folio, perfect for a budding artist or journaler. It has pockets for a notebook and a full selection of pencils for drawing, and folds up … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Whimsy Couture shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to add elastic to the hood of a coat to keep the cold winds away from your ears. This will work on most hoods that are made with an outer … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
The Sewing Dork shows how to make these adorable ruffled pants for little girls. They’ll be cute paired with a simple top, or peeking out from the bottom of a twirly skirt or dress. Go to the tutorial.
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by Anne Weaver
Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shows how to creat quick, easy, and fabulous Valentine’s dishtowels using rick rack trim. Store-bought white towels are stitched with rick rack in various sizes and shades of pink and red. Love! Go to the tutorial… Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Deborah from Purple Pinwheel and Wonderwoman Creations shows how to make a Valentine’s heart pillow with a pocket that holds love notes for your sweetheart. Get the tutorial.
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What’s a mama-to-be to do when none of the stores have crib sheets to match her fabulous nursery decor? Why, make them herself, of course! Prudent Baby shares a tutorial showing how. Get the tute.
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by Anne Weaver
Brittany from Pretty Handy Girl shows how she created a liner for this bucket – out of pants leg. Brilliant! Go to the tutorial.