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...
Tutorial: Recycled Grocery Totes
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...
Tutorial: Create a gathered pocket
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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Tutorial: No-sew scarf headbands
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...
Tutorial: Kid-friendly Christmas ornaments from fabric
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...
Tutorial: Patchwork placemats
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...
Tutoria: No sew folded fabric wreath
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...
Tutorial: Leg warmers from an old sweater
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...
Tutorial: Ruffled fabric wreath
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...
Tutorial: Gertie Gecko Wheat Pack microwaveable heat bag
Funky Friends Factory sells a tutorial for showing how to make this Gertie Gecko Wheat Pack, a gecko-shaped microwaveable heat pack. This cute little guy can help melt away a day’s stress or aching muscles. You can purchase Gertie Gecko … Read More...
Tutorial: Double-ruffle Chesney skirt for little girls
Natalia from Piece N Quilt shares a tutorial for her Chesney skirt for little girls. This little gathered skirt features a double row of ruffles at the bottom, and is embellished with a large fabric blossom. This is such a … Read More...
Tutorial: Little felt ice skate Christmas ornaments
Not Quite Vintage shares a tutorial showing how to make these little felt ice skate Christmas ornaments. I love the vintage feel of this project! They were inspired by a similar pair of her Gram’s Ice Skate ornaments. Get the … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s tank from a tote bag
Lynnette from Get Your Craft On shows how to make a tank top for a little girl out of a tote bag. Cool idea! Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Car Cozie roll-up caddy for toy cars
Sharla from My Little Gems and Little Gems Shop shows how to make a car cozie fabric storage roll for cars. The long fabric roll has pockets to store individual cars, as well as a fabric “road” for them to … Read More...
Tutorial: Repurposed zipper bracelet
When I repurpose a pair of pants, I’m often left with a lone zipper. I have been saving them thinking that oneday I’ll find a good use for the zippers that doesn’t involve hours of picking seams. Now, with this … Read More...
Tutorial: Baby hat from a t-shirt
Instructables user Shabbychef shows how to make a sleeping hat for a baby out of a t-shirt. The soft fabric of the old tee will feel soft against baby’s young skin. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Cross over baby smock
Tracy from Mad Quilter shares a free pattern for this classic baby smock with straps that cross over in the back. It’s easy to construct, which makes this a great project for beginners. Go to the free pattern.
Tutorial: Advent calendar treat pockets
Pickles shares a tutorial for a festive Advent calender made in the form of hanging treat pockets. Fill each pocket with a different treat for each night as you count the days until Christmas. Get the how-to.
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Sewing Pattern: Sew a pair of boots from an upcycled sweater
Who says that keeping up with the latest fashion trends has to cost lost of money? Jessica from Happy Together shows how she recycled a sweater into a pair of stylish knit boots. Go to the tutorial.
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Free pattern: Last Minute Frock for little girls
Grosgrain whipped up this cute little number as a last minute dress for her daughter. She shares a free pattern, which is aptly named Last Minute Frock. Cute, cute, cute!! Go to the free pattern.
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