Neeza from Neeza Needles loved the look of her pareo (long wraparound skirt) but didn’t love always having to be sure that it was tied correctly. A little bit of sewing converted it to an elastic waist skirt. She shares … Read More...
Tutorial: Adding side slant pockets to basic pants pattern
Very Purple Person shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to alter a basic pants pattern to add a side slant pocket. This has always seemed complicated to me because of the number of pieces you have to draft … Read More...
Tutorial: Kimono-style top for baby
Narelle from Cook Clean Craft joins the Sewing for Baby month at The Train to Crazy with a tutorial showing how to make this kimono-style top for a baby. She uses the pattern from Martha Stewart Living, but changes … Read More...
Tutorial: Rise and Shine Dishtowel with rooster applique
Calli from Make It Do shows how to make her Rise and Shine Dishtowel featuring an applique of a rooster silhouette. She makes the whole thing from the drool-worthy Farmdale prints from Alexander Henry. You can use a premade dishtowel, … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Stripe-y messenger tote bag
Kirsten and Jordan fromKojoDesigns help Dana from MADE with her Celebrate Yellow series by sharing a tutorial for making a messenger bag. It features yellow fabric, of course. Freezer paper stencil allows you to customize it with the recipient’s … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew roll pillow
Do you cut into a favorite piece of fabric to make a project, or use a less favorite piece that you won’t be as sad to see leave your stash. It’s a common predicament for a sewist. Kim from Everything … Read More...
It’s new: Janie top ePattern from Squiggly Twigs Designs
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs has added a new style to her ePattern line. It’s the Janie top, a peasant-style top from knit fabric. You can make it up in either a long or short sleeve style. A bit of … Read More...
Tutorial: Duffel bag for an 18″ doll
Care from Obsessively Stitching shows how to make a duffel bag sized just right for an 18″ doll. This is SO cute!! Think of all the doll things that can be put in this bag! Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Tutorial: Ball gown for a Barbie
Jess from Craftiness is not Optional guest blogs at U Create with a tutorial showing how to make a ball gown for a Barbie doll. Love that off the shoulder look! Get the how-to.
[photo from U Create]
Tutorial: Refashion a too-large tote bag to a purse
Dana from MADE lets you ride shotgun as she refashions a too-large tote bag into a smaller purse. The smaller size makes it easier to keep up with the stuff that’s inside. She adds pockets and a zipper for more … Read More...
Tutorial: Coastal Curtsy Skirt using just one seam
Katy from Sew Apropos and No Big Dill shows how to make her Coastal Curtsy skirt. Isn’t it gorgeous? I love the drape at the back! I bet you’ll be surprised to learn that this was sewn with just ONE … Read More...
Tutorial: Autumn Oak Leaf Wreath
Kimara and Michelle from Wee Folk Art share a tutorial at Rhythm of the Home showing how to make this Autumn Oak Leaf Wreath. It’s pieced from fabric with a fall-themed print and a solid fabric stenciled with an oak-leaf … Read More...
Tutorial: Fall fabric pumpkin
The Cottage Mama shares a tutorial on her blog, The Cottage Home, showing how to make these fabric pumpkins. She used upholstery samples to make hers. What a great idea! The heavy fabric is a perfect pairing for this fall-themed … Read More...
Tutorial: Cowl scarf from an old sweater
Sachiko from Tea Rose Home shares a tutorial at Rhythm of the Home showing how to turn an old sweater in a pretty new cowl scarf. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Rhythm of the Home]
Tutorial: Snow White costume for cold weather
It never fails that the weather turns off cold just in time for Halloween. While it helps set the mood for Halloween, the colder temps generally mean that trick or treat costumes get covered up with a sweater or jacket. … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a strappy romper for baby
Naptime Crafters shares a free pattern and tutorial for this sweet little strappy romper. SO cute! The pattern is the size of her 7 month old baby, but could be adapted larger or smaller. Go to the free pattern and … Read More...
Tutorial: 2-in-1 stroller bag and messenger bag
Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial for a clever 2-in-1 stroller bag and mesesnger bag. The roomy, boxy bag snaps around the handles of your stroller keeping your essentials right where you need them while pushing … Read More...
Tutorial: Sturdy denim tote bag with leather handles
Pascale from //Between the Lines// shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this sturdy denim tote bag. Heavy fabric and leather handles make this a heavy-duty bag, while French seams keep the interior free from raw edges. … Read More...
Tutorial: Firewood tote
Laura Wilson from Wilsons Etsy Store shares a tutorial at Whip Up showing how to make this firewood tote, just in time for the cooler fall weather. Get the how-to.
[photo from Whip Up]
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Girl’s pillowcase shirt from three fat quarters
Melissa Mortenson from May & Mae and The Polka Dot Chair guest blogs in the Inspire to Create series at Sew Chic & Unique with a tutorial showing how to make this pillowcase shirt sized for a school-aged girl. … Read More...