Kiama from Mud Puddles & Daisies shares a tutorial for a diaper clutch that was clearly designed with mama in mind. The handle makes it carry like a purse – just grab it up and go. Go the tutorial.… Read More...
Lookie what she made: Bucket hat from old jeans
Lookie at the bucket hat that Evyline Alexandra from Petite Crafterella’s Wardrobe made from an old pair of jeans plus a fat quarter for the lining. My favorite part is the repurposed diamante trim. She cut them from the back … Read More...
Tutorial: Simply tote purse with zippered top and pockets
Martina from Confessions of a Sewing Addict continues her search for the perfect bag, this time with her Simply tote. She claims that this is still not the perfect bag, though with a zippered top, two large outside pockets, and … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrappy scaley zippered pouch
Lia from Lia’s Space shares a tutorial for making this scrap-happy scaley zippered pouch. I love the mix of color and print!! The individual scales are made from scraps of fabric. Dig through your scrap bin and make yourself a … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a baby bonnet from a vintage hankie
Carrie from This Mama Makes Stuff guest blogs over at Somewhat Simple with a tutorial showing how to make a baby bonnet out of a vintage handkerchief. What a sweet, sweet gift this would make! Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Business Card Pouch
Dorinda from Flower Girl Designs shares a tutorial on her blog for making this clear vinyl and ric-rac Business Card Pouch. Cute, cute!! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Flower Girl Designs]
Tutorial: Sew a travel placemat
Click over to Simply Modern Mom to find out how you cansew a travel placemat. It includes pockets sized just the right size for napkin, flatware, and a plate, and it rolls up and ties closed for easy transport. A … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Kid’s apron from a pair of Denim overalls
Jennifer from Baby Sack Baby Jack and Foundation shows how to make this child’s apron out of an old pair of denim overalls. If you reuse one of the buckles, you can make the neck strap adjustable. And because it’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Create a one-of-a-kind t-shirt with bleach and stenciling
Cheri from I Am Momma Hear Me Roar shows how she made this one-of-a-kind tough-guy t-shirt for her little boy using both bleach and stenciling. I love how she layered the designs!! The scrolly design is the perfect complement to … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Make an apron from a coffee sack
Jane from Maiden Jane shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make an apron out of an upcycled or recycled burlap coffee sack. I love the look of the burlap combined with bold graphics!! If the pattern is … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Car playmat with changing seasons
Lookie what Papgena made! It’s a playmat for her nephew, inspired bycarmat projects at Obsessively Stitching and Kleio’s Belly, and her own weather calendar. This car playmat has roads that lead to homes belonging to various family members, as well … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Sew a fabric bike basket
Christie from Lemon Squeezy Shop and A Lemon Squeezy Home shares a tutorial for sewing a basket that hangs from the handlebars of a child’s bike. The large, open shape means there’s plenty of room to bring a favorite stuffed … Read More...
Tutorial: Adding rhinestone bling to a sewing project
Ashley from Lil Blue Boo shows how to add rhinestone bling to a sewing project. It’s amazing how a little sparkle can elevate a shirt from one that a little girl likes a lot, to one that she insists on … Read More...
Free pattern: Missy Cottontail bunny softie
Connie from Clothmatters shares a free pattern for her Missy Cottontail doll. She holds a large Easter egg in her hands. Make this sweet bunny softie as an Easter gift or leave off the egg and make it as a … Read More...
Tutorial: Rescue a stained shirt with applique
Sara from Flannel Queen and My Fabric Obsession shows how you can use fusible webbing applique to rescue an ink-stained shirt. Or a chocolate milk stained shirt. Or a magic marker stained shirt. Or a grass stained shirt. Or… You … Read More...
Free pattern: Strappy top for a Groovy Girl
Last week I showed how to make an A-line skirt for a Groovy Girl. Now let’s make the strappy top to match.
This little top is a quick sew and can be made out of smallish scraps of fabric. Dig … Read More...
Tutorial: Turn your boot cut jeans into skinny jeans
Larissa from mmmcrafts shows how to turn last year’s boot cut jeans into this year’s skinny jeans. It’s as simple as sewing two seams. Go to the tutorial.
[photo by Larissa Holland at mmmcrafts]
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Tutorial: Turn your boot cut jeans into skinny jeans
Larissa from mmmcrafts shows how to turn last year’s boot cut jeans into this year’s skinny jeans. It’s as simple as sewing two seams. Go to the tutorial.
[photo by Larissa Holland at mmmcrafts]
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Tutorial: Throw pillow with oversized lace flower
Brooke shows how to make this throw pillow with oversized ruffled flower at her blog, All Things Thrifty. It looks like it would be difficult, but she shows an easy way to make that large fluffy flower. I love the … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric napkins with ric-rac trim
Click over to The Purl Bee to find out how to make these lovely fabric napkins for spring. The ric-rac peeking out of from the edges adds just the right touch. Go to the tutorial.
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