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 … 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...
Giveaway: Easy Knit Top/Dress ePattern from Squiggly Twigs Designs
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs is celebrating Mother’s Day witha giveaway. She’ll give a copy of her Easy Knit Top/Dress e-Pattern to one lucky reader. Go to Squiggly Twigs Design for details and to enter the giveaway.
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Tutorial: Simple lined pouch with button closure
Lia from Lia’s Space shows how to make this simple lined pouch with button closure. A pouch like this has so many uses – use on to hold a memo pad, your cosmetics, or receipts. Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Tutorial: Lavender-filled tea bag sachet
Mademoiselle Chaos from ParaNoire shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this lavender sachet that’s shaped like a tea bag. (Love that little fabric tea bag hangtag!) This is a quick project, perfect for a last-minute gift. … Read More...
Lookie what she made: From shapeless shirt to retro wow
Tilly from Tilly and the Buttons took a shapeless button-down shirt and gave it new style with shortened sleeves, a shapelier fit, and a new collar. (The new collar is made from the cuffs of the sleeve. Brilliant!) The result … Read More...