Kathleen from Grosgrain and The Tumtum Tree shows how to make this poolside robe out of a large towel. Inexpensive beach towels are readily available at the discount stores right now. Grab one up and make yourself a new swimming … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a wide-brimmed hat
Stefi from Just Chic shares a tutorial on her blog for making a wide-brimmed hat. This is perfect for the sunny days you’ll be spending at the pool this summer!! Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Make a pair of girl’s knit pants, no pattern required
Christine from From an Igloo shows how to make a pair of knit pants for girls. It’s actually very easy and doesn’t require a pattern, so long as you have a pair of pants that fit that you can trace. … Read More...
Tutorial: American flag bunting
Saltwater Kids shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this patriotic American flag bunting. She uses the red and white ticking to create the stripes on the flag. A bit of denim is the field of blue. … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Make a fabric Science Discovery Toy for toddlers
Chris from Pickup Some Creativity shares a tutorial on her blog for this fabric Science Discovery Toy. The soft fabric shapes are also pouches, each with a different kind of closure. Labels on the front show the name of the … Read More...
Free pattern: Toddler-sized backpack
Toddlers love toting items from one place to another, and backpacks are a fun way to do it. The only problem is, most backpacks are far too large for their little bodies. Em, AKA That Crafty Mrs. V, shares … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a Father’s Day bunting out of dad’s old ties
Heather from Dollar Store Crafts shows how to make this Father’s Day bunting out of dad’s old ties. What a cool idea!! Get the how-to.
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Sewing Tutorial: Make padded fabric storage case
By Night celebrates the 100th post on her blog with a tutorial showing how to make this awesome zippered storage case. She adds fleece interlining for padding, and a handle on the top to make it easy to tote around. … Read More...
Tutorial: Itty Bitty Oven Mitt fridge magnets
Care from Obsessively Stitching joins Noodlehead’s Spice Up Your Kitchen series with a tutorial showing how to make these Itty Bitty Oven Mitt magnets. These are SO cute!! Take down the advertising magnets provided by insurance companies and car washes, … Read More...
Sewing pattern Tutorial: Add a vintage hankie collar to a plain tank
Suzannah from Adventures in Dressmaking shows how to add a Peter Pan collar to a plain tank. She made hers from a vintage handkerchief. What a fun way to use the pretty prints of an old hankie! This would be … Read More...
Tutorial: Beachcomber Dress for little girls
Disney from Ruffles and Stuff guest blogs over at Tea Rose Home with a tutorial showing how to make her Beachcomber Dress for little girls. I love the braided straps and belt!! Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Embellish a plain tee with cherry blossoms
Head over to A Hoot and a Holler to find out how to embellish a plain tee with cherry blossoms. So pretty! Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: Refashioned dress with high-waisted skirt
Ady from Crafty Ady shows how she made this high-waisted skirt outfit that looks like two separate pieces but is actually one dress. She gets the look of a smart shirt tucked into a trim little skirt, but without the … Read More...
Giveaway: Dutch pattern magazines and a handmade garment
The Mrs. is celebrating her one year blogiversary with a fabulous giveaway. Two readers will receive a Dutch pattern magazine from her stash. And if that’s not delicious enough, one lucky grand prize winner will receive a handmade garment made … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Neckroll pillow with ric-rac trim
Sew4Home shows how to make this neckroll pillow with ric-rac trim. This would make a lovely accent for your bedding. Go to the tutorial.
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Free pattern: Cat shaped neck pillow
Free pattern: Little girl’s nightgown from a vintage pillowcase
Gingercake from ginia18 shows how to make a little girl’s nightgown out of a vintage pillowcase. So pretty!! The downloadable pattern is for a size 4T, but you could adapt it for a larger or smaller girl if needed. Get … Read More...
Tutorial: Peasant blouse for a baby or toddler
Prudent Baby shows how to make a sweet little peasant blouse for a sweet little baby or toddler. This style of top is easy to sew, easy to fit, and looks good out of just about any kind of fabric. … Read More...
Tutorial: Stay-Put Kitchen Towel
Mary from Pin. Sew. Press. joins Noodlehead’s Spice Up Your Kitchen series with a tutorial showing how to make her Stay-Put Kitchen Towel. Ribbons tie the towel around an oven handle so it’s always right where you can find it. … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a Perfect Fit Tablecloth
Kristin from Smashed Peas and Carrots shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to sew a Perfect Fit Tablecloth. Not only do the corners look crisp and neat, this fitted tablecloth won’t blow away in the wind. Go to … Read More...
Tutorial: Create pleated panel detail for a bag
Kirstin and Jordan from KojoDesigns share a tutorial on their blog for creating a pleated panel. This one was added to a buttercup bag, but you could use this same idea with any bag or tote that you make. Go … Read More...