Bandy Canyon made these super cute ruffle capri tights for her little girl. The capri-length leggings are still dressy, but are made more comfortable for the hot summer weather. It turns out it’s an easy refashion from a pair of … Read More...
Tutorial and printable: Fabric scrap paper doll activity
Carrie from This Mama Makes Stuff guest blogs over at Skip to My Lou with a Craft Camp Tutorial and printable for these fun fabric scrap paper dolls. I love these for two reasons. First of all, they’re just plain … Read More...
Tutorial: Strapless shirred summer top
Head over to Craft Jr. to find out how to make this strapless summer top with shirring at the top and the bottom. This is such a cute top, and it sews up quick! This would be a great project … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a colorful petal tee
Disney from Ruffles and Stuff shows how to make this colorful petal tee. The little petals are all cut from scrap bits of knit left over from other sewing projects. She also shows the same technique made with chiffon petals … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a Rubik’s Cube softie from felt
There’s nothing like a Rubik’s Cube to bring back a dose of that good ole 80s nostalgia. Care from Obsessively Stitching shows how to make a soft felt version of the classic toy. I love her “fuzzy dice” variation!! Get … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Gathered muslin throw pillow with rolled fabric rosettes
Suzanne from Just Another Hangup shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this gathered muslin throw pillow that features a trio of rolled fabric rosettes. The tone-on-tone palette allows you to focus on the beautiful details. Get … Read More...
Lookie what she made: 1920’s-inspired toddler dress and headband
Christie from Lemon Squeezy Shop and A Lemon Squeezy Home made this adorable 1920’s-inspired dress and headband for her toddler girl. What a cute little flapper dress!! It’s part of her Sewing Through the Decades series. See more photos of … Read More...
Tutorial: Adjustable kid’s messenger or roadtrip bag with lion applique
Rachel Measham-Pywell from Four Wise Monkeys shares a tutorial out at QFD Creative for making this Click to Carry messenger bag for kids. The adjustable strap can be shortened to hang around the back of a car headrest, or lengthened … Read More...
Free Sewing pattern: Summertime Romper for toddlers
Chris from Pickup Some Creativity shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for the Summertime Romper that appeared in the So You Think You’re Crafty competition recently. The pattern is available in size for 18-24 months and 2T-3T. … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Swimsuit hoodie cover-up from a beach towel
Adrianna from Crafterhours shows how to make this beach towel swimsuit cover-up dress. This sleeveless hoodie dress is perfect for the beach or swimming pool! The bright prints of a beach towel are so cute for this project!! Go to … Read More...
Tutorial: Make ruffled socks by adding a lettuce edge
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shares an easy way to dress up a pair of girls’ socks. She stitches around the edge of the ribbed cuff to create a contrasting lettuce edge. What a cool idea!! This is such … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Elastic strap to hold a reusable fabric cover on a picnic dish
With summer comes picnics and potlucks, and the inevitable dish covered with tin foil or plastic wrap. But did you know that you can cover your bowl with a pretty fabric for a reusable cover? Just use an elastic strap … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple A-line gathered skirt
As part of her Summer of Skirts series, Amber from Ruffles and Roses shows how to make a simple A-line gathered skirt. Elastic at the waist makes it easy to construct and easy to fit. Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Tutorial: Make a cube ottoman from woven area rugs
Prudent Baby shows how to make a cube-shaped ottoman out of woven area rugs. The number you’ll need depends on the size of the ottoman you want to make and the size of the rug(s) you’re cutting up. This would … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern: Stretch knit baby/toddler PJ pants or shorts
Christine at From an Igloo shares a free pattern and tutorial for these stretch knit baby PJ pants. One-size-fits-most with these pants, so you’ll only need minor adjustments to make them in sizes from 6 months to 2T. You can … Read More...
Tutorial: Round poof pillow with ruffled ribbon
Kelli from WhimsiKel guest blogs over at U Create with a tutorial showing how to make this super cute round poof pillow. The front is embellished with yards and yards of gathered ribbon. She also shows how to convert a … Read More...
Tutorial: Picnic napkin flatware rolls
Calli from Make It Do made these picnic napkins that also function as flatware rolls. The pockets hold your flatware during transport, and then unroll into a handy fabric napkin. What a great idea for picnic baskets, where space is … Read More...
Tutorial: Wipe-clean booster seat cushions from a vinyl tablecloth
Maggie from Smashed Peas and Carrots shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make these booster seat cushions out of vinyl tablecloths. The vinyl tablecloths are an inexpensive source of wipe-clean fabric (SO important with young eaters!), and … Read More...
Tutorial: Pendleton Wool messenger laptop bag
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for this Spirit of the People messenger laptop bag made from Pendleton wool. The fabric they use is gorgeous, but you could also substitute a heavy canvas if you don’t have any wool. Go to the … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: How to sew a basic tank swimsuit
Everyday Chaos shares a tutorial showing how to make a Summer Necessity swimsuit. If the idea of sewing a bathing suit is daunting, remember that the basic tank is just two pieces of fabric with elastic at the legs, arms, … Read More...