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...

Beccy from Wipster created these gathered pockets for a skirt, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it.  I’m LOVIN’ the idea of using a vintage embroidered tray cloth for the pocket!!  Get the how-to.

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Grosgrain shares a tutorial for these fabulous scarf headbands.  With her no-sew method, it’s a quick and easy project.  So much so that she said she was able to make 26 of them in just one hour!  Go to the … Read More...

Decorating a Christmas tree when there’s a young child in the house takes creativity.  Jenya from EvaForeva and MyEvaForeva shows how to make a kid-friendly ornament out of fabric.  This soft ornament is a fabric version of the classic shiny … Read More...

LuAnn from Back Home Again shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this lovely patchwork placemat.  Make a set of these and you’ve got a fabulous Christmas gift to give!  On the other hand, you might end … Read More...

Vanessa from V and Co. was the winner of the Leaf challenge at So You Think You’re Crafty.  The tutorial for her No Sew Fabric Wreath is posted at the So You Think You’re Crafty website.  There’s still time to … Read More...

Fawnda from Fireflies and Jellybeans shows how you can make a pair of leg warmers from an old sweater.  With my cold-natured self and winter coming on, I think I might need to make myself a pair or two!  Go … Read More...

Nora from Fun to be Frugal shows how to make this ruffled wreath out of a wire hanger and strips of fabric.  This is an inexpensive but stylish way to dress up your decor for the season.  Go to the … Read More...