There are just about as many variations on the fabric flower embellishment as there are species of actual flowers out in the natural world. Alison from Oopsey Daisy has rounded up links to 36 fabric flower tutorials. Go to her … Read More...
Free pattern: For Pleat’s Sake pretty pleated tote
Lisa from U-Handbag shares a free pattern on her blog for this fabulous pleated bag, the “For Pleat’s Sake” tote. This is like a double-dip of goodness for me – a pretty purse and a clever pun. Go to the … Read More...
Tutorial: Seven fun sewing projects using a pillowcase
Se7en gives a list of seven sewing projects that can be done with a pillowcase. There’s the classic pillowcase dress or skirt, but there are also several projects I wouldn’t have thought of before. A cutting/assembly diagram gives an abbreviated how-to … Read More...
Sneak peek: A video walkthrough of Sew Retro
Have you ever seen a book advertised, or even blogged about, online and wished that you could thumb through its pages? Well, you’re in luck. Judi Ketteler, author of Sew Retro, gives you a video tour through her book. … Read More...
Tutorial: Throw pillow cover in just 4 steps
Christine from From an Igloo shows how to make a throw pillow cover. With just 4 steps, it’s a quick and easy project, well suited for a beginning sewist. Go to the tutorial.
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Check it out: Remix by Ann Kelle
Have you seen the new Remix line by Ann Kelle for Kaufman fabrics? I love the bright colors and the fun, graphic prints! The swatches at the Kaufman site are pretty enough, but if you head over to Ann Kelle’s … Read More...
Tutorial: 3 ways to embellish a scarf
M & J Trimming shares a trio of tutorials for easy ways to embellish a scarf. They show how to dress up a plain scarf with lace trim, with dangly coins, or with pom pom fringe. Get the how-to.… Read More...
Tutorial: Patchwork zig zag throw pillow
Calli from Make It Do guest blogs over at U Create with a tutorial showing how to make this zig zag patchwork throw pillow. This is so pretty! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from U Create]
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Tutorial: Drawstring laundry bag for dorm living
Need a gift for a new college student? There’s not much room in those small dorm rooms for knick knacks, but everyone’s got to do laundry. Sew4Home shows how to make a drawstring laundry bag. Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Update: Craft Gossip Dolly Donation Challenge
Lookie! More dollies have arrived on my doorstep! This group of TEN dollies was donated by Tere from The Quilted Pug. TEN DOLLIES, people! She used machine embroidery to stitch all of the faces. Brilliant idea!! And I love … Read More...
Giveaway: 5 yards of Michael Miller fabric PLUS a signed copy of Sew Retro!
Judy Ketteler, author of Sew Retro, has an exciting giveaway and interview on her blog. One reader will win 5 yards of Michael Miller fabric of their choice PLUS a signed copy of her book. Wow! It can … Read More...
Tutorial: Folded and twisted fabric flowers
These pretty little flowers look like they’re tied up in knots. Really, they’re folded and stitched to create the shape. Little Treasures shows how to make them. These would make great embellishments for garments or bags! Go to the tutorial… Read More...
Tutorial: Chalkboard silhouette pillow
Farrant from Infarrantly Creative shows how to make these cute throw pillows with chalkboard silhouette appliques. The silhouette is of her son, and she uses dustfree chalk ink to write on the chalkboard cloth applique. Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Tutorial: Creating custom fabric prints from your artwork
Helen Klebesadel shares a tutorial over at Fiber Focus showing how to use Spoonflower software to create a custom fabric print from your artwork. In addition to giving information on how to create a basic tiled design, she shows how … Read More...
Giveaway: Silhouette digital cutter!
Kathleen from Grosgrain and The Tumtum Tree has a most fabulous giveaway going on at her blog right now. One lucky reader will receive a Silhouette digital cutting machine!!
The most obvious use of a digital cutter is cutting scrapbook … Read More...
Tutorial: Mend last year’s clothes for this year’s back-to-school
Kids’ school clothes get heavy wear, and often they don’t make it through the year without a busted zipper, a missing button, or some other kind of mishap. Sew4Home shares links to tutorials for mending those clothes so you can … Read More...
Tutorial: Library tote bag
Anna from Noodlehead shows how to make a tote bag to bring your books to and from the library. Darts at the bottom create a roomy space for your books, and a pocket on the outside gives a place for … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew monogram using spraypaint and a doily
Cheryl, AKA Tidy Mom, shows how to make this no-sew monogram for a tote bag. All it takes is a doily, a letter stencil, and some acrylic paint. So pretty! Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Hanging fabric storage baskets
If you have a bit of free wall space, you have a spot for some easy-reach storage. Destri from The Mother Huddle shows how she made this set of hanging storage baskets. Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: Slouchy Book Bag for back-to-school
Head over the Sew4Home to find out how to make this back-to-school Slouchy Book Bag. The main portion of the bag is big enough to hold textbooks, while the smaller pockets on the front can hold smaller paperbacks or notetaking … Read More...