Kirstin & Jordan from kojodesigns join the Baby Bonanza at luvinthemommyhood with a tutorial showing how to remake a set of crib bumpers. By starting with an existing bumper set, you can just create a new cover rather than having … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make thread bars for garment closures
Susan Khalje shares a tutorial at Threads Magazine’s website for making thread bars for garment closures. A thread bar is a sturdier version of a crocheted thread chain, and can be used in place of a metal “eye” in a … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Two-piece shirred Sprinkler Suit for little girls
Nothing says summer like little kids playing in the sprinkler!! Nicole from Nicole Barr & Co. and Create & Delegate shows how to make this adorable two-piece Sprinkler Suit for little girls. The top is shirred, with ribbon straps. Go … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Loose-fitting short-sleeved boxy blouse
Megan from artsy/craftsy shows how to make this loose-fitting short-sleeved boxy blouse. She used a silk print for hers, but any lightweight fabric would work. The drape is figure-flattering, and the simple shape is a good pairing for a busy … Read More...
Sewing Pattern : Liberty Sundress for toddler girls
Jessica from Subtle Tee shares a tutorial for making her Liberty Sundress. What a pretty sundress for little girls!! The pleating, gathered pockets, and ric-rac edging are optional, so you can make this as easy or as complex as you … Read More...
Tutorial: Make an unbreakable baby mirror with soft fabric frame
Melanie from The Crafty Cupboard shows how to make this mirror that’s made just for baby. The flexible mirror is unbreakable, and the fabric frame is soft. Velcro straps allow you to hang it from crib rails, a car seat, … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a custom iPad cover
Heidi from Made by Heidi wanted a cover for her iPad, but didn’t like any of the styles available from the store. Instead of settling on a design she didn’t like, she took to her sewing machine and made one … Read More...
Tutorial: Hanging pocket organizer for small toys
Jill from JeMbellish and Creating My Way to Success shows how to make this hanging pocket organizer. This set of fabric pockets can be hung on the back of a car set to organize the many small toys that seem … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Super easy yoga skirts
Patty Young from Modkid shares a tutorial over at Sew, Mama, Sew! for making super easy yoga skirts from knit fabric. This tutorial will work to make skirts for toddlers, children, or women. She uses fabrics from her new line … Read More...
Free pattern: Pencil pouch shaped like a pencil
Lia from Lia’s Space shares a tutorial and pattern for making this cute pouch that’s shaped like a giant pencil. How cute is that?? Make one for yourself to keep your pens and pencils organized in your purse, or make … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Quick and easy mouse pad
Sachiko from Tea Rose Company and Tea Rose Home shows how easy it is to make a custom mouse pad for your computer. All it takes is a couple of really cute fabric prints and some double-sided fusible interfacing. Go … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Short pleated skirt with contrast hem
Stefi from Just Chic shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this stylish mini-skirt. The pleats are a bit sassy, while the bows are sweet. The contrast bias tape hem finished off the bottom edge nicely. Go … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern : Easy T-Shirt Dress for girls
Polly from Helping Little Hands shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for making a girl’s t-shirt dress out of an adult-sized t-shirt. This is my favorite way to make summer playdresses for my daughter. It’s fast, it’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Peek-a-boo drawstring toy sacks with windows
Make It Perfect shares a tutorial for making these super-cute and super-practical peek-a-boo drawstring toy sacks. A clear plastic window on the front gives a peek at the bag’s contents. Go to the tutorial.
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Read all about it: Tips for sewing knits, plus a tutorial for a mock coverstitch
Knit fabrics have a reputation for being difficult to work with, but really I think it’s just a matter of them behaving differently under the needle than other fabrics. Not harder, just different and requiring some adjustments in the tools … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Ruffled kimono swim cover-up for little girls
Joanna from The Project Corner made this super cute swim cover-up for her little girl. It has long sleeves and a hood to keep her from getting cold after she’s out of the water. I love the ruffles and the … Read More...
Giveaway: Summer Scarf from The French Curve
What’s the easiest summer scarf project? One that’s already made, of course! Amber from The French Curve is giving away a handmade scarf to a lucky reader. Contest ends July 8, 2010. Get the details and enter the giveaway at … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Fitted sheets for a doll crib or bed
I posted a link yesterday to a tutorial for making a set of bumpers for a baby doll crib. If you’re making bumpers, you might want to make some fitted crib sheets to match. Dolly size, of course. Chris from … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a baby playmat with fabric-covered arches
AmberLou from The Paisley Cupcake shows how to make a playmat for baby, much like the ones that cost a lot of money at the baby stores. It even has those fabric-covered arches that you can hook small toys on … Read More...
Sewing Pattern : Toddler’s summer sundress with a large front pocket
Priti from Arm Candy For You shows how to make a summer sundress for a little girl. I love that big pocket in the front – perfect for all the treasures that come home from the park or a walk … Read More...