Head over to Colette Patterns to find out how to add a vintage-inspired surface cording embellishment to a garment. The wrapped cord gets twisted and turned into a pleasing design, and then gets handstitched down. Get the tutorial to find … Read More...
Tutorial: Make pretend bird wings for your child
Arianne from Still Parenting made slip-on bird wings for her children, and she shares a tutorial telling how she did it. The wings are made for pretend play; they slip around the child’s arms so the kids can run … Read More...
Tutorial: Bear Hugs Valentine’s onesie
Jessica fromSew Homegrown shares a tutorial and template for making this sweet Bear Hugs Valentine’s onesie. The cute little bear is made from felt and stitched down by hand. This sweet design works equally well for boys and girls. … Read More...
Free Pattern: MummyGo Bag
Jessyz shares a free pattern on her blog, The C Side, for making her MummyGo Bag. It’s a medium-sized tote with a squared bottom, and you can make one in just one hour. The unique handles can be worn as … Read More...
Tutorial: Make variegated ribbon from plain white fabric
Carolyn from Homework shows how to dye plain white fabric to make variegated ribbon. She uses that ribbon to make a gorgeous mini-wreath. Find out how she made the ribbon. And read more about the mini-wreath (and see photos!).… Read More...
Free pattern: Felt owl measuring tape cover
Gabrielle from Tiny Apartment Crafts shares a free pattern for this cute little felt owl measuring tape cover. If I had one of these, I’d be measuring things all day long just for an excuse to pull that little guy … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: DIY dog clothes
Cut Out + Keep user Marta Angela shows how to make warm winter gear for your dog. The basic doggie coat/shirt can be customized in so many ways! Get the tutorial.
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Sewing Pattern: Tiered ruffle dress for girls
Kalleen from At Second Street shares a tutorial for making a tiered ruffle dress that’s both pretty and practical. The sleeveless dress can be worn over a long-sleeved tee and leggings in the winter, but can also be worn in … Read More...
Cool idea: Money pouch with dividers
Craft Apple shares a cool sewing idea on her blog. She retrofit a purchased zipper pouch with fabric dividers to keep track of the money that her kids invariably ask her to keep up with on their shopping trips. … Read More...
Tutorial: Flat-felled seams
April Henry shares a tutorial on the Oliver + S blog showing how to make flat-felled seams. In a flat-felled seam, the raw edges are encased and stitched down on the right side of the fabric, leaving no raw edges … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew princess crown headband
Kristin from Lu Bird Baby shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this sweet princess crown headband. It’s quick to make from felt and hot glue – no sewing required. Get the tute.
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Free pattern: Compact scripture bags for the kiddoes
Sabra from Sew a Straight Line shares a free pattern and tutorial for making mini scripture bags for the kiddoes. They’re sized for a compact sized LDS standard scripture set. You can make one up out of a pretty fabric … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew silk chiffon sequined capelet
Head over to P.S. – I Made This to find out how to make this silk chiffon capelet, no sewing required. The sequins scattered around the edge make it fabulous. Get the how-to.
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Free pattern: Feathered owl applique
Jessica from Running With Scissors shares a template for a cute cute owl applique. I am love, love, LOVING his feathered body! She created it by stitching down individual craft feathers on to his body. Genius!! Get the template.… Read More...
Tutorial: Upcycled pillowcase dress
Katie from Punk Projects shows how to turn a pillowcase into a little girl’s dress. She’s making the dresses to donate to the Little Dresses for Africa program. The simple construction and flexible sizing make this a perfect style for … Read More...
Tutorial: Cupcake and Roses Valentine t-shirt applique
Jessica from Sew Homegrown shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Cupcakes and Roses t-shirt, inspired by a similar shirt from BabyGap. This would be awesome for Valentine’s Day! Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: Very Hungry Caterpillar softie that turns into a butterfly
For the child who loves the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Arianna from Still Parenting tells how she created this clever caterpillar softie. Just like the story, he starts out as a fat little caterpillar. But turn him … Read More...
Tutorial: Stunning Avalanche bustle skirt for girls
Katy from No Big Dill shares a tutorial at Project Run and Play for her stunning Avalanche bustle skirt for girls. One look at this fabulous skirt and you’ll understand why it was the winner of the Winter Wonderland challenge… Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Inset heart motif with a finished edge
Chris from Pickup Some Creativityshares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make an inset heart motif with a finished edge. Her trick makes it easier than you’d think, and you can use this same method with almost … Read More...
Tutorial: Little Swan Rosette fabric flower embellishment
Ashley from Pretty Posy shares a tutorial for her Little Swan Rosette. The pretty fabric flower is made from layers of gathered fabric and lace, and is attached to a hairclip to make a pretty hair accessory for her daughter. … Read More...