Just because an item is practical doesn’t mean it can’t be pretty. Take this oven mitt by Prudent Baby, for example. The mitt protects your hands from a hot pan, but made from a fresh print it’s also pretty. … Read More...
Read all about it: Tips for stitching down Velcro
Velcro (hook & loop tape) is a favorite closure for sewing projects because of its ease of use and its ease of installation. However, there are some tricks to stitching it down neatly. Keyka Lou Patterns shares these tips over … Read More...
Review & giveaway: Pretty Little Pillows
Pretty Little Pillows from Lark Books is a pretty little book that explores the creative possibilities that the pillow offers. The underlying structure of a pillow is pretty basic: two pieces of fabric with some stuffing in between. And yet … Read More...
Tutorial: Give an old shirt new life as an awesome bag
The smallest design elements are often the inspiration for larger projects. Such is the case with this awesome toiletry bag created by Pascale of //Between the Lines///. She was inspired by the cuffs on a old shirt that were … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a cool top from a scarf and a t-shirt
Little Treasures combined a vintage scarf and a t-shirt to make this Scarftee. I love this idea!! The loose scarf gathered to a fitted t-shirt under the bust creates a flattering silhouette. If you want to make one of these … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a tomato pincushion
Why do tomatoes make such a satisfying place to stick our sewing pins? I don’t know, but I do know that the tomato pincushion is a classic. Claire from Blah to TADA! shows how to make your own tomato pincushion. … Read More...
Tutorial: Star Trek-inspired apron
Here’s a fun sewing project for all you Star Trek fans out there! Katie from punk projects shows how to make this apron inspired by a Starfleet officer’s uniform. Now if only you could outfit your kitchen with a working … Read More...
Tutorial: Create a colorful floral neckline for a t-shirt
Madeline from Uber Chic for Cheap made this gorgeous t-shirt with colorful floral appliques around the neckline. She was inspired by a similar shirt she saw at a favorite retail store. Rather than plunking down the money to buy the … Read More...
Giveaway: Zippered makeup bag
Vanessa from Crafty Gemini is giving away two zippered makeup bags on her blog. The first is a zippered pouch made in a fabric of your choice (from Quilting Lodge). The second is the one pictured on her giveaway … Read More...
Tutorial: Pleated lumbar pillow
Sew4Home show how make this pleated lumbar pillow. (The pleats are on the white portion of the example pillow, so they’re hard to see in the photo.) This would make a lovely addition to your bed linens. Go to the … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Reversible swim cover-up
Jenny Garland shares a tutorial over at Moda Bake Shop for making these cute swim reversible swim cover-ups for little girls. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Moda Bake Shop]
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Tutorial: Easy applique with fusible webbing
Beth from Project: Project guest blogs over Come and See the Seitz with a tutorial showing how to use fusible webbing to make cute appliques for your sewing project. Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: How to clean your iron
Ironing is crucial to the success of a sewing project, but we often get so wrapped up in our love for fabrics, and machines, and gadgets that we forget that these workshorses need maintenance to continue to function properly. Head … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Leisurely shirred sundress for girls
Jennifer Casa from J*Casa Handmade shares a free pattern at Sew, Mama, Sew! for her Leisurely shirred sundress for girls. What a carefree look for summer! Go to the free pattern.
[photo from Sew, Mama, Sew!]
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Tutorial: Monthly dressmaking sew-along with Kathleen from Grosgrain
Did you know that Kathleen from Grosgrain and The Tum Tum Tree has started a monthly dressmaking sew-along? It’s called A Frock by Friday, and each week long sew-along walks through the steps of creating a dress from a different … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Little girls’ bubble shorts from a pair of pants
Rachel from Sew Ambitious shows how to transform a pair of pants into a pair of bubble shorts for little girls. I love the contrast band at the bottom! This quick refashion is a great way to repurpose a pair … Read More...
Tutorial: Clothespin bag from a hand towel
Jeanine from Fireflies & Jellybeans shows how easy it is to make a clothespin bag from a hand towel. You can make one in just 15 minutes! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Fireflies & Jellybeans]
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Tutorial: Hamptons Hooded Beach Towel for little kids
Click over to Prudent Baby to find out how to make this cute Hamptons Hooded Beach Towel for little kids. A bath sheet (oversized towel) gets paired with a yard of printed cotton to make a fabulous wrap for drying … Read More...
Free pattern: Bath mitt puppets
Jessica from Running with Scissors and Primo Bambino shares a free pattern & tutorial for making these super cute bath mitt puppets. The downloadable PDF includes patterns for a shark, fish, and alligator bath mitt from washcloths or towels. Go … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a fitted sheet for a crib or toddler bed
Dana from MADE guest blogs over at luvinthemommyhood with a tutorial showing how to make fitted sheets for a baby crib or toddler bed. They’re easier than you think and allow you to create custom bedding for your child’s room. … Read More...