Nancy Minsky, author of Denim Revolution, shares a collection of hints for mending denim. Whether it’s a pair of jeans or a favorite skirt, these tips will help you work with the unique features of this fabric to extend the … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: How to sew a ruffle
Ruffles are everywhere on clothes these days, from baby dresses to adult t-shirts. Cheryl from just pretty and a pretty cool life shows how to make a ruffle. Once you master the ruffle, you’ll be adding them to aprons, shirts, … Read More...
Tutorial: Create a blind hem using your sewing machine
Char from Crap I’ve Made show s how to create a blind hem on your sewing machine. A blind hem finishes off the bottom of a garment (typically a skirt or dress pants) with tiny little stitches that are practically … Read More...
Tutorial: One-shoulder top from an old t-shirt
Bethany from Craftopia shows how she made this one-shoulder top out of an old t-shirt. Lovin’ the pleated fabric she stitched down over the asymmetrical neckline! Get the how-to.
[photo from Craftopia]
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Tutorial: One-shoulder top from an old t-shirt
Bethany from Craftopia shows how she made this one-shoulder top out of an old t-shirt. Lovin’ the pleated fabric she stitched down over the asymmetrical neckline! Get the how-to.
[photo from Craftopia]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, t-shirt, tee, refashion, one, … Read More...
Tutorial: Summer dress from a man’s dress shirt
Cubic Dreams made this summer dress out of a man’s dress shirt, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it. The loose fit is perfect for muggy summertime days! Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Summer dress from a man’s dress shirt
Cubic Dreams made this summer dress out of a man’s dress shirt, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it. The loose fit is perfect for muggy summertime days! Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Girls’ sundress with ribbon straps
Jess from Bits for Baby and Craftiness Is Not Optional shares a tutorial for making this sundress for little girls. The straps are made from ribbon, which has a double bonus of being easy AND cute! Go to the tutorial… Read More...
Tutorial: Easy envelope messenger bag
Nikki from Salty Pineapple shows a tutorial for a quick envelop-style messenger bag. She whipped one up as a birthday present. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Salty Pineapple]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, messenger, envelope, birthday, bag[/tags]
Tutorial: Create a built-in slip for an A-line skirt
How many times has it happened that you’ve found the perfect fabric for a little springtime skirt, only to realize that the cute little print is also somewhat see-through? Bookworm Bethie (bWb) has the answer. She shares a tutorial for … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a spring wreath with fabric bird and leaves
Becka from Bedtime Tales shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a springtime wreath. She starts with a grapevine wreath and then adds a fabric bird and fabric leaves. The look is part nostalgia, part whimsical, and … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a Bubblegum Jumper for girls
Christine from From an Igloo shares a tutorial for making her Bubblegum Jumper for girls. This simple gathered jumper is easy to make and easy to wear – perfect for a springtime wardrobe update! Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Make a chalkcloth tablecover
Maggie from Smashed Peas and Carrots shares a tutorial on her blog for this chalkcloth tablecover. It’s super easy and the kiddos will LOVE being able to mark all over the table without getting yelled at! Go to the tutorial… Read More...
Tutorial: Plunge neck tunic or dress
Evyline Alexandra from Petite Crafterella’s Wardrobe shows how to make an awesome plunge dress (shown here) or tunic. Great for layering, this casual dress or tunic can be made with just a few easy seams. Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Tutorial: Plunge neck tunic or dress
Evyline Alexandra from Petite Crafterella’s Wardrobe shows how to make an awesome plunge dress (shown here) or tunic. Great for layering, this casual dress or tunic can be made with just a few easy seams. Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Tutorial: Travel organizer
On your next trip, keep all of your travel documents organized with a handy travel organizer. Laura from Thimble shows how to make one. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Thimble]
[tags]sewing, tutorial, travel, organizer, wallet, passport[/tags]
Free pattern: Funny Bunny softie
Sew4Home shares a free pattern and tutorial for making this Funny Bunny softie. Their combination of chenille and quilting cotton is perfection! Get the free pattern.
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Sewing Tutorial: Easy spring hat for baby
Destri from The Mother Huddle shows how to make a simple spring beanie for a baby out of knit fabric. You can get the knit from an old t-shirt or onesie. This is such a cute, carefree look for a … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a simple gathered skirt in 20 minutes
Disney from Ruffles and Stuff shows how to make a simple skirt in just 20 minutes. She uses a piece of super-wide elastic for the waistband, so no fiddling with casings or zippers. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Keepsake fabric photo blocks
Colleen Babcock from The Magic Bean shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a set of soft memory blocks with custom-printed images of baby. She also free-motion stitched the name of the baby on one of the … Read More...