Melanie from Sewing for Scarlett shows how she reworked a standard Target jersey tee into this awesome asymmetrical Blossom Tee. She cinched in the neck so it didn’t plunge down quite so low and then created this beautiful neckline detail … Read More...
Tutorial: Create a small pressing table from a TV tray
Elizabath Hartman from Oh, Fransson! shows how she created a pressing table using a folding TV tray table. It’s not meant to replace a full-sized ironing board, but it’s small enough to sit near the sewing table for those quick … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled heart banner for Valentine’s Day
Chris from Pickup Some Creativity shares a tutorial on her blog for making this pretty Valentine’s Day banner with ruffled hearts. Get the how-t0.
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Tutorial: Sew a kitty cat purse
Runo from Nuno Life shows how to make this fun bag shaped like a kitty cat. Meow! Not a cat person? Change the shape to make an owl purse, or a fish purse, or rabbit, or a dog, or… or… … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage-inspired ruffled sweater jacket
Sachiko from Tea Rose Home shows how to make this lovely vintage-inspired ruffled jacket. She started with an old sweater, and then added the ruffles around the neck and arms. The covered button and pocket details are elegant finishes. Go … Read More...
Tutorial: Nintendo DS cover from an orphaned sock
Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar shows how she made a cover for her daughter’s Nintendo DS out of an orphaned sock. Brilliant! Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: Owl ribbon softie teether toy
Emily from The Rubber Punkin shares a tutorial for making this owl ribbon softie teether toy. The small size makes it easy for baby to hold, and the bright colors and textures of the ribbon are intriguing to baby’s developing … Read More...
Tutorial: Boy’s raglan-sleeved shirt from a collared onesie
Click on over to Indie Tutes to find out how to recon a collared onesie into a raglan-sleeved shirt. She kept the collar detail so that she didn’t have to mess with recutting and finishing the neck line. Turns out … Read More...
Tutorial: J. Crew-inspired ruffled jersey skirt
Melanie from Sewing for Scarlett shows how to make this ruffled jersey skirt. She was inspired by a similar skirt at Crewcuts (J. Crew for kids). I’m lovin’ all of the rows of soft jersey ruffles! Go to the tutorial… Read More...
Free pattern: Mr. Seahorse softie doll
Lia from Lia’s Space shares a free pattern and tutorial for her Mr. Seahorse soft doll. Isn’t he cute?? Use this project to show off a favorite fabric print. If the curling tail looks too ambitious for you, she also … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled heart Valentine’s Day shirt
Jess from Bits for Baby and craftiness is not optional (AKA The Adventures of Rory and Jess and Sadie) shows how to make this fun ruffled heart Valentine’s Day shirt for a little girl. Start with a store-bought shirt and … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a cool school bag
Jessica from Running with Scissors shows how to make this cool school bag. Interior pockets are sized to hold pencils and a pair of scissors. Straps are woven through a series of buttonholes across the top, and a buttoned tab … Read More...
Tutorial: Girl’s tie-top tank from an old t-shirt
Adriana from Crafterhours shows how to make this girl’s tie-top tank out of an old t-shirt and a bit of printed cotton fabric. This is so pretty! I want to ditch all of my responsibilities for the day and make … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Make a dog collar from a lanyard
Jordan from Blueprint Crafts shows how she made a new collar for her dog that features the name and colors of her alma mater. She used a repurposed a lanyard (with plastic buckle) and a keyring. If you don’t have … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy t-shirt makeover with fabric and buttons
Emily from The Rubber Punkin guest blogs over at Mama Tortilla with a tutorial showing an easy way to make over a t-shirt or onesie with fabric and buttons. This works well for both kids’ and adults’ shirts. Go to … Read More...
Tutorial: Create a Valentine’s Day heart shirt and headband
Click on over to 3 Sweet P’s to find out how to make this sweet Valentine’s Day heart t-shirt and matching headband. I love the woven ribbon detail at the neck! Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Create a Valentine’s Day heart shirt and headband
Click on over to 3 Sweet P’s to find out how to make this sweet Valentine’s Day heart t-shirt and matching headband. I love the woven ribbon detail at the neck! Go to the tutorial.
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Giveaway: Free pattern of your choice from Brassy Apple
Brassy Apple is giving away a free pattern of choice to not one, not two, but THREE lucky Craft Gossip readers. Wowza!
Their Kitschy Corset apron is certainly not your mama’s kitchen apron! If you’re going for a more sophisticated … Read More...
Tutorial: Toddler fleece jumper from an adult shirt
Heather from Small Fry & Co shares a tutorial for turning an adult fleece shirt into an adorable jumper for a toddler. It’s a quick, easy sewing project that can be completed during nap time. Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: Sew a gift envelope from oilcloth
Kelly from Oilcloth Addictt shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to make a simple gift envelope out of oilcloth. Use this as fun packaging for a Valentine’s or “Happy Day” gift for a favorite friend. Go to … Read More...