Having shopped for a tablecloth recently, I can tell you that they’re REALLY expensive, especially if you have a long table to cover up. Even making one yourself can get expensive, as they take a lot of yardage. Becky from … Read More...
Tutorial: Fleece Christmas tree pillow toy
Ms. Muffin from Muffins and More shows how to make this fleece Christmas tree that’s part pillow, part toy. The little ornaments are attached to the Christmas tree softie by Velcro, so little hands can take them off and … Read More...
Freebie: Child measurement chart
How many times have you been sewing something for a child when the directions say to cut a piece of elastic the length of the child’s waist – and said child is at school, or grandma’s house, anywhere but where … Read More...
Tutorial: Gift box pincushion
Carolyn from Homework shows how she made this pincushion shaped like a gift box, complete with a pretty bow. She was inspired by a similar project at Better Homes and Gardens, but she used different materials to make hers. … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt envelopes, maybe for gift cards?
Head over to Lark Crafts for a free tutorial showing how to make these fun little felt envelopes. It’s an excerpt from the book Fa la la la Felt by Amanda Carestio
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Tutorial: Mini Christmas tree softie
Tiffany from Lemon Tree Creations shows how to make a mini Christmas tree softie. The trunk is a wooden spool so it will stand on its own. How cute is that?? Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Postage stamp wallet
Chica and Jo share a tutorial for making a special wallet to hold your postage stamps. I saw this tutorial right after I finished putting the stamps on my Christmas cards. I had to throw away half of one sheet … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled ribbon Christmas tree shirt
You can find a tutorial for this fun Christmas tree shirt over at Stuff by Ash. The tree is made from strips of ruffled ribbon. You won’t need more than a yard of any one ribbon, so you can … Read More...
Tutorial: Garden Party Dress for toddler girls
Becky from Owly Baby shares a free pattern on her blog for this Garden Party Dress for toddler girls in size 18 months. The rounded yoke and puff sleeves are so sweet! Go to the free pattern.
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Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Ruffled peplum skirt
Suzannah from Creative Dressmaking and Adventures in Dressmaking shows how to adapt a pencil skirt pattern to make a ruffled peplum skirt. The ruffled peplum gives the plain skirt a smart, retro feel. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Moccasin slippers for boys
Shwin W from Shwin & Shwin show how to make a pair of moccasin slippers for boys. The squarish toe shape and the stitching around the outside give them a more masculine look. Love it! Get the tute.
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Go there now: Free PDF sewing pattern from Vermillion Rules
**Editor’s Note: If you want a free pattern, you’ll need to leave a comment on the Vermillion Rules blog, not here at Craft Gossip.**
Bethany from Love, September and Vermillion Rules is giving us all an early Christmas present. From … Read More...
Free pattern: Snug Shrug for baby girls
Becky from Owly Baby shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for a sweet Snug Shrug for baby girls. This is such a versatile wrap! You can make it from knit or woven cotton, with or without a … Read More...
Tutorial: Christmas wreath keepsake photo pillow
Sharon from Sharon Sews created this sweet keepsake Christmas pillow with a photo of a new family member framed within a ribbon wreath. She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: I Spy bag
Cindy from Skip To My Lou shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make an I Spy Bag. It’s a small pillow filled with clear beads and random tiny objects. A window on one side allows a peak … Read More...
Tutorial: Knee patches from jeans pockets
Hester Jane from Fun in the Making shows a cool idea for patching the knees on a pair of jeans. She uses pockets from another pair of jeans for the patches. Get the tute to find out how to do … Read More...
Tutorial: Pajama Pants for the Whole Family
Sew4Home shows how to make a pair of comfy pajama pants with a contrast cuff. They work for women, men, boys, and girls, so you can make a pair for everyone in your family. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Snowball Skirt with fabric flower embellishments
Mandy from Sugar Bee Craft Edition shows how to make her Snowball Skirt. This dressy skirt is actually fairly simple to make; it’s made from a rectangle of fabric with an elastic waistband hidden by a fabric sash. Fabric flower … Read More...
Tutorial: Unique ruffled hem on a knit garment
Off the Cuff Sewing Style shows how to create a unique ruffle detail near the hem of a knit garment. Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: Ironing mat
Kristin from Craft Leftovers shows how to make an ironing mat. A small mat like this is perfect for the times when you need to give something a quick press but don’t want to mess with pulling out the big … Read More...