Jaime from Prudent Baby shows how to make this soft baby blanket.  The main part of the blanket is fleece, but the binding is a silky satin. Go to the tutorial.

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If Santa’s gonna bring you a lot of loot, y ou need to give him a stocking big enough to hold it all.  Craftzine has the how-to for making this expandable stocking.  The zippers create a longer stocking to hold … Read More...

Sarai from Colette Patterns has just released her new line.  Be still my heart!  Like her debut line, these designs are packed with vintage detailing.  See more at her blog, or go to the shop to get your hands … Read More...

Jezze from Jezze Prints shares a tutorial for making a set of round stuffed ornaments.  Stamp, screenprint, or applique a motif, or fussy-cut a novelty print to get the design you want.  Get the how-to.

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Melissa Ann from Lilac Lane shares a tutorial on  Moda Bake Shop for making a patchwork chef’s set for little cooks.  She shows how to use a jelly roll of precut fabric to make a chef’s hat, an apron, and … Read More...

Firefly Hill Designs shares a tutorial for making these reusable gift bags at her blog, Firefly Hill Style.  A quick little fold and a colorful clothespin personalize the bags.  Go to the tutorial.

Chris from Pickup Some Creativity shows how to make a pillowcase that’s finished off with French seams.  The seam finishing elevates it from simple pillowcase to fabulous Christmas gift.  Go to the tutorial.

Shelley Detton from 7 Layer Studio shows how to make this apron with an empire waist and a gathered bib.  Go to the tutorial.

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Ashley from  Lil Blue Boo shows how to make this super cute wallet from scrap ribbon.  Colorful ribbon stripes and dimensional flowers make this the ultimate girlie-girl wallet.  Go to the tutorial.

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Max and Ellie shares a tutorial on their blog for this easy patchwork scarf.  Dig through your scrap bing for the printed fabric pieces, and knock out a bunch of quick Christmas gifts!  Go to the tutorial.

Alexis from My Mama Made It shares a super simple sweater refashion.  She turned a long-sleeved cardigan into a belted sweater vest.  Find out how she did it with her tutorial.

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Disney from Ruffles and Stuff shows how to make some easy gathered skirts from jersey knit fabric.  These soft, comfy skirts are a must for any wardrobe.  If you’re making a skirt for a small child, you might be able … Read More...

Vanessa guestblogs on Noodlehead with a tutorial for a last-minute Thanksgiving placemat.  The turkey’s feathers are actually pockets to hold cutlery.  So cute!  It’s made from felt so you don’t have to worry about finishing the edges.  Make one tonight … Read More...

If you’re looking for a last-minute way to dress up your holiday dinner table, check out this quick and easy table runner tutorial at Craft Stylish.  Go to the tutorial.

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Pascale from ///Between the Lines// shares a tutorial for this ruffled messenger bag.  The ruffle curves around one edge and bottom of the flap, which creates a more sophisticated look without sacrificing its girliness.  Get the how-to.

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Julie from julie-k shows how you can add an adjustable waist to an existing pair of pants.  Whether you’re adding the adjustable waist to a pair of jeans from a clearance rack, thrift store, or a hand-me-down, now you can … Read More...

Debbie from Squiggly Twig Designs shows how to make a petticoat that peeks out from the bottom of a dress.  This is such a romantic, classic look!  You could also make it to wear on its own as a skirt.  … Read More...

Dana from MADE was the winner of So You Think You’re Crafty’s Green challenge, and shares a tutorial for her recycled grocery totes at the S.Y.T.Y.C. website.  Her bags give the fused plastic bags a crisp, modern look.  I … Read More...