Sew Much 2 Luv is hosting her 2012 After Christmas Sew-Along. It begins January 2 and will run for 4 weeks. Besides the satisfaction of finally getting some sewing done after the crazy whirlwind holiday schedule, there’s also a chance … Read More...
Tutorial: Chevron welt pockets
Patty from The SnugBug created this fabulous chevron pocket detail for her Lotus Blossom Skirt. She shares a tutorial telling how she did created this swoony (yes, I made up that word) welt pocket. She also gives a run-down on … Read More...
Tutorial: Long sleeved tee to a one shouldered ruffle shirt
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shows how to turn an every day long-sleeved tee into a cute top you could wear for a night out on the town. She removes one of the two sleeves, turning into a one shoulder … Read More...
Read all about it: Practicing basic stitches on your new sewing machine
Did Santa bring you a shiny new sewing machine for Christmas? If you’ve never used a sewing machine before, your first few seams may not be all straight and pretty. Don’t worry – Ashley from Make It and Love It… Read More...
Tutorial: J.Crew-inspired embellished tee for a little girl
Terra from Mama Says Sew shows how she made this cute embellished tee, inspired by a similar shirt from J.Crew. Cute!! She used another t-shirt as a guide for cutting her pieces. Check out her trick for tracing the shape … Read More...
Tutorial: Flower brooch from repurposed tights
Tatum from K.I.S.S. (Keep It Simple, Sister) shows how to make this lovely flower brooch. The lightweight knit that she uses is SO perfect for this project, and she gets it from repurposed tights. Brilliant! Get the tute.
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Tutorial: Use mini-facings to turn under tight corners
Susan Khalje shares a tutorial at Threads magazine showing how to use a mini-facing to help create smooth edges on square necklines or tightly curved edges. Rather than facing the whole piece, a mini-facing works just where you need it. … Read More...
Tutorial: Rosy Wedge Bag lined zippered pouch
Click over to the Basic Grey blog for a tutorial for making this cute Rosy Wedge Bag, designed by Amy Friend from Made During Quiet Time. It’s a lined zippered pouch with a boxy bottom. Love! Get the how-to… Read More...
Tutorial: Lined drawstring bag
Steph from The Silly Pearl shows how to make a lined drawstring bag. The lining finishes off the inside beautifully while also strengthening the bag. Her method for creating the drawstring closure has you stitching the casing over the ribbon … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a hooded infinity scarf from a cowlneck sweater
The Cheese Thief shows how to turn an unwanted cowlneck sweater into a hooded infinity scarf. I love this idea!!! The scarf keeps your neck AND your ears warm, and looks stylish doing it. The hooded scarf uses the cowl … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy applique using fusible webbing
Fusible webbing applique is a quick and easy way to embellish a plain tee or onesie. Jolen from Love of Sewing shares a tutorial showing how to do it. Her tutorial includes photos of each step, making this a great … Read More...
A year of tutorials from Colette Patterns
Colette Patterns has collected all of the tutorials they’ve posted on their blog over the past year, and linked them up in one post. It’s quite an impressive list! Go to the Coletterie to see all the technique tutorials from … Read More...
Tutorial: Canvas placemat with flatware pocket
Lisa from Lil Fish Studios shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a cavnas placemat with a flatware pocket. Rather than a hem, she gives the placemats a fringed edge which is in keeping with the natural … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s tropical outfit from a Hawaiian print shirt
Cheri from I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar guest blogs in the 12 Skirts of Christmas series at Sewing In No Man’s Land with a tutorial showing how to turn a Hawaiian shirt into a cute skirt for a toddler. … Read More...
Free pattern: Angel Christmas ornament
Christmas is nearly here, but there’s still time to make this cute angel ornament. Craft Passion has a pattern and tutorial for making her. She has a sweet painted face and lush faux fur wings. Get the pattern and tutorial… Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a child’s pullover sweater, traced from a long-sleeved tee
Justine from Sew Country Chick shows how to make a pullover sweater for a small child using a t-shirt as a guide. If you can find any good sweater knit yardage at the fabric store, how about using a thrifted … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage photo throw pillow
Amy from Positively Splendid shows how to make this lovely vintage photo throw pillow. The photo is printed on to inkjet printable fabric and “framed” with a stenciled design. This would be such a neat way to display an old … Read More...
Tutorial: Two-tone fabric gift sacks with sturdy sides
Sew4Home shows how to make their Two-Tone Gift Bags in two sizes. The sides of the bag are heavily interfaced so they have the regular stand-up shape of a paper gift sack, but out of a pretty fabric that will … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple reversible tote bag
Flora from Frills and Flares shows how to make a simple reversible tote bag. The reversible bag has two looks in one. When your mood changes, just turn it inside out for an entirely new look for your bag. Get … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew knotted knit scarf
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shows how you can make a quick and easy knotted knit scarf, no sewing required. It takes just 15 minutes to make one – perfect for last minute gifts! Get the how-to.
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