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...
Tutorial: Rockin’ Boy (or girl) Slippers
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...
Free pattern: Bullfinch scrap fabric ornament
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...
Tutorial: What bias tape is, and how to make it yourself
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...
Tutorial: Handkerchief or bandana skirt for little girls
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...
Free pattern: Vintage spats for your shoes
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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Tutorial: Folded fabric Japanese cranes
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...
Free pattern: Sweet soft dollie
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...
Tutorial: Notebook and pencil folio for young artists
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...
Tutorial: Add elastic to a coat hood to keep the wind out
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...
Tutorial: Ruffle leg pants
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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Tutorial: Easy Valentine’s dishtowels with rick rack
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...
Tutorial: Valentine’s heart pillow with love note pocket
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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Tutorial: Snug fit crib sheets
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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Tutorial: Bucket liner from a pants leg
Brittany from Pretty Handy Girl shows how she created a liner for this bucket – out of pants leg. Brilliant! Go to the tutorial.
Tutorial: Diaper clutch
Christie from Lemon Squeezy Shop and A Lemon Squeezy Home shows how to make a diaper clutch with an easy Velcro closure. It’s sized perfectly to hold a travel pack of wipes and a diaper or two. Get the tutorial… Read More...
Tutorial: Patched heart ornament garland
Dom from Crafted shows how to make a garland of handstitched felt hearts with little square patches. They’re cute on the garland, but you can also use them individually as ornaments. Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: Doe a Deer top for little girls
Shwin W. from Shwin & Shwin shows how she made this adorable Doe A Deer top for her little girl. Buttons and elastic loops secure the bib front, and a little bow sits pretty at the waist. The little deer … Read More...
Tutorial: Layer Cake tiered gathered skirt for girls
Prudent Baby shows how to make their Layer Cake skirt, a tiered gathered skirt that little girls will love. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Add flannel to upgrade a plain fleece blanket to boutique-style
Mariska from No Time To Be Boredshows how to give a store-bought fleece blanket a designer look by sewing a layer of flannel on the top. Use a designer flannel print to make a blanket that looks like it … Read More...