I think that I shall never see, a Halloween costume as cute as a tree… Laura from Wilsons Etsy Storeshares a free tutorial on her blog for making a tree costume for a child. Check out the little stuffed … Read More...
Tutorial: Dyed elastic for a waistband
Wide elastic waistbands are super popular right now. This is a good thing, because they’re one of the easiest ways to finish the waist of a skirt. The only problem is, there’s not much selection in terms of color. Do … Read More...
Tutorial: Trick or Treat bag
shows how to sew a super cute trick or treat bag. The pleat at the center of the bag gives it more of a dressed up handbag feel, and it also allows for more fullness in the bag. … Read More...
Tutorial: Ric Rac Burp Cloth
AnneMarie from Gen X Quilters shows how to make these Ric Rac Burp Cloths. Squares of fabric prints are appliqued down and edged with ric rac for a quick but cute project. You can use any print for the appliqued … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew toddler ladybug costume
Just in time for Halloween, Spartan Living shares a tutorial showing how to make this ladybug costume for a toddler, no sewing required. She made it from dollar store purchases plus items she had on hand, for a total cost … Read More...
Check it out: I’m on The Bullet List!
Guess who’s the latest blogger to be featured on The Bullet List at The Mother Huddle?
It’s ME!!
I was SO excited when Destri asked me to submit a Bullet List to her blog. I love reading what other … Read More...
Tutorial: Nursing cover with secret pocket
Sew4Home shows how to make a nursing cover to give privacy to breastfeeding mothers. It includes a little pocket where you can stash a small pack of baby wipes. Get the how-to from Sew4Home.
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Tutorial: Organize your carded buttons
Like many sewists, I’ve amassed quite a collection of buttons. Some are loose, but some are still stitched on to their cards. Currently, my organization system consists of a large shoe box that I paw through whenever a project calls … Read More...
Tutorial: Warm Winter Hat with dino spikes
Christine from From an Igloo joins Inspire to Create at Sew Chic & Unique with a tutorial showing how to make her Warm Winter Hat. Dragon or dinosaur spikes down the middle is sure to appeal to the boys. Of … Read More...
Tutorial: Coffee sack rug
Jane from Maiden Jane and Gabrielle from i.Craft team up to show how to make a unique rug out of a coffee sack
. This is such a cool use for a repurposed coffee sack! Get a written how-to (with … Read More...
Tutorial: Ghost Cozies for Halloween decor
Heidi Kenney from My Paper Crane shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a set of Ghosty Cozies to sit on a mantel or accent table. These guys are so cute, and also so easy to make! … Read More...
Tutorial: Big bold stripe throw pillow
Candace from Sparkle Power shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this quilted throw pillow with big, bold stripes. Don’t worry if you don’t have any fabric with big stripes – the pattern is actually pieced from … Read More...
Free pattern: Planning World Domination handbag
Sky Turtle shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Planning World Domination handbag. An interior zippered pocket gives you a place to stash some cash or a phone. Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: Three free projects from Tina Givens
Head over to Lark Books blog for a trio of free projects from Tina Givens. You can find downloadable project sheets for making an Olly the Owl softie, a skull cap, and a duvet & sham. They’re all excerpts from … Read More...
Tutorial: Pretend and Play changing pad for dollies
Elizabeth from Twelve Crafts Till Christmas continues her Pretend and Play series of dolly accessories with a tutorial showing how to make a doll-sized changing pad. It even rolls up for easy storage just like a real changing pad! Go … Read More...
Tutorial: Add snap tape to kids’ clothes
Whimsy Couture shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to convert a plain pair of baby or toddler’s pants into ones with snaps along the inside leg seams of a pair of pants. Snap tape makes it easier than … Read More...
Tutorial: End of Bed storage bag
Jodi from Paintchips & Cupcakes shares a tutorial for making this bag that hangs from the end of a bed. The ties on either side of the bag attach to a footboard of a bed. Use it to store pajamas … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Batty felt pillow for Halloween
Amy from Ameroonie Designs shows how to make this pillow for Halloween embellished with rows of felt bats. Because the felt won’t fray, all you have to do make the bat embellishments is simply cut them out and stitch them down the center. … Read More...
Tutorial: Pleated collar
Blue Eyed Freckle shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this pleated collar. Though inspired by 17th century fashion, it has a modern flair when worn with a simple crewneck shirt or dress. Go to the tutorial… Read More...
Tutorial: Toddler bib with sleeves
Abby from Sew Much Ado joins Inspire to Create at Sew Chic and Unique with a tutorial showing how to make a toddler bib with sleeves. The sleeves keep the bib secure across the shoulders of an active and messy … Read More...