Laurie from Just Give Me Stamps has a free card holder template for making a lovely card and envelope holder.
-Heather
Simple Thanksgiving Felt Placemats (tutorial)
Trish and Bonnie are sister-in-laws who share a love of sewing, decorating, entertaining, and all things crafty at “Uncommon Designs”, you will find a variety of handmade home decor inspiration and step by step craft tutorials. Today I am sharing … Read More...
How to make melted flowers
If you are looking to make some embellishments pop on over to the blog Reincarnated for the full tutorial on how to make recycled fabric flowers. There is a great tip on how to hold the fabric while melting!
Tutorial: Pieced stripe placemats
Sew4Home shows how to make a set of placemats with a stripe pieced across the bottom. They’re gorgeous when you mix prints. I bet they’d also be cool made from solids for a color blocked effect. Get the tute.
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Tutorial: Zipper trimmed neckline
Rachel from Nest Full of Eggs shows how she made this awesome zipper trimmed neckline on a t-shirt she made for her son. I am SO loving this! Though she shows it for a boy’s shirt, it’s definitely something I’m … Read More...
Pumpkin Macarons
I’ve recently yakked about my inability to make macarons and being doubly impressed by those that make macarons and make macarons in the shapes of other things, so I’ll spare you the reiteration. Too late. Well, make pumpkin macarons HERE … Read More...
Tutorial: Upcycled sweater and leather bag
Lana Red combines an old sweater and some leather to make this awesome bag. She shares a tutorial showing how to do it. Get the how-to.
[photo from Lana Red]
Free pattern: Long sleeve for the Perfect Fit Shirt
Mira from Sewing The Littleheart Collection recently shared a pattern for her Perfect Fit Shirt. It’s short-sleeved tee that is fitted through the bust and shoulders, but flares out for a loose fit through the waist and hips. It’s … Read More...
Free pattern: Halter dress for a Barbie doll
Janel Was Here shares a free pattern for a halter dress that fits a Barbie doll. She shows it with a knee-length straight skirt, but you could easily vary it to a longer skirt, a full skirt, or even as … Read More...
Tip: Sewing perfect circles on a sewing machine
If sewing a curved seam on a sewing machine is a challenge, then sewing a circle is a super challenge. CraftStylish shares a reader’s tip for stitching perfect circles on a sewing machine. Go to CraftStylish to read what it … Read More...
DIY: Deodorant Bars!
All natural, easy to make, and scented just the way you want it, Wellness Mama shares her recipe for a great stick deodorant. And you can re-use your existing deodorant containers. Get all the details here.
Tutorial: Exposed zipper welt pocket
Gretchen Hirsch from Gertie’s New Blog for Better Sewing shares a video tutorial over at Coats & Clark’s Sewing Secrets blog showing how to create a zippered welt pocket. The zipper teeth are exposed in the opening. Go to her … Read More...
DIY Washi Tape – Doll House Miniatures
Have you ever wanted to make your own paper tape? In just the right pattern or color? Well, Doll House Miniatures has you covered. This new tutorial shows how to make your own washi tape out of things you probably … Read More...
Technique: Embossed Gelato Background
I love the beautiful background on this card! It was achieved by rubbing Geltos from Faber Castell over a heat embossed stamped image. Find a video tutorial and step by step instruction for how to get this lovely look on … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled nursing dress
This dress by Charity from Say Grr Sewing is so pretty! It has a long full skirt and a ruffled surplice (crossover) neck. It also happens to be a nursing dress. The surplice neck easily moves out of the way, … Read More...
Idea file: Use playing cards to organize ribbons
Karen from Sew Many Ways shows her clever (and thrifty) way of organizing her ribbons. She uses a deck of playing cards. Go to her post to read more.
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Tutorial: Sew a peasant blouse with no curved seams
Surayya from Blissful Sewing shares a tutorial for making a peasant blouse. This is such a versatile style for a top! It can go dressy or casual depending on fabric choice and accessorizing. You don’t need a pattern to make … Read More...
Christmas Felt Poinsettia Blanket Pattern
I adore this color combination for the winter months and holidays. Better Homes and gardens has this embellished soft blanket pattern to keep the gift recipient or you and your family warm on chilly days. Start by downloading their … Read More...
Tutorial: Fall merit badges
Susi of Lilla Luise has created some adorable merit badges especially for autumn, and she’s sharing the patterns and instructions. Go to her blog post to find out how to make some.
Fabric Bunting Cake Topper {Tutorial}
I love the sweet, homespun charm of this fabric cake topper featured at Polka Dot Bride! Get the tutorial created by Alicia Parsons here.