Shannon from luvinthemommyhood shares a tutorial over at Art Gallery Fabrics showing how to make her patchwork Patricia Infinity Cowl.  It’s pieced from 6 different fabrics – 3 per side – so there’s plenty of opportunity to play with color … Read More...

Shannon from Little Kids Grow shows how she drafted the collar and collar stand for the little boy polo shirt that she made.  Get the tute.

[photo from Little Kids Grow]

Jen Beeman from Grainline Studio shows how the professionals line a jacket.  They “bag” it.  This method produces a professional finish with very little hand sewing.  Go to her blog for the tutorial.

[photo from Grainline]

Cat Morley shares a template and tutorial over at Cut Out + Keep for making this super cute bear zippered coin purse.  Get the template and tute at Cut Out + Keep.

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My daughter was hard to fit when she was little bitty.  Tall and thin, we relied on adjustable waistbands to make storebought pants fit her.  Not all pants come with adjustable waistbands, though.  Michelle from Handmade Martini shows how you … Read More...

In preparation for her Learning To Sew series to begin at the new year, Amber from Crazy Little Projects wrote up a handy little dictionary of common sewing terms (with pictures!).  If you are new to sewing (or planning to … Read More...

Denise from Pieced Brain shares a tutorial for making this Christmas candle embroidery hoop wall art.  The simple candle shapes are appliqued on to a plaid background, with fabric yo-yos for the flames.  Get the tute.

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Freezer paper stencil works great when you want to print one (or a few) designs on to fabric.  But when you want to print more than a few of your designs, screenprinting is the way to go.  You’ll need to … Read More...

Shannon from Little Kids Grow shows how she upcycled a couple of knit shirts into her Girly Girl Hoodie.  She “girlified” the sporty shirt by adding rows of ruffles on the front pocket.  It’s cute in an adult size, but … Read More...

Liz from Cotton & Curls shows how to make a tulle skirt, lovely for a Christmas party or New Year’s Eve.  Go to her blog for the tute.

[photo from Cotton & Curls]

Corduroy is one of my most favorite children’s stories.  It’s a story of compassion, of determination, and a homecoming.  No wonder its a favorite for many families.  Dana from MADE created a small doll-sized quilt and a special tote bag … Read More...

Ironing is a crucial part of a sewing project.  But getting up after each seam and walking to the ironing board gets old quickly, and takes time away from your sewing.  Sarai from Colette Patterns shares a time-saving ironing tip … Read More...

This pleated zippered pouch would make a great last-minute gift!  Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns shows how to make one.  The pleats and the piping make this a nice enough pouch to stand on its own as a gift, but … Read More...

Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shows how to make a faux fur infinity scarf.  This would make a great last minute Christmas gift!  Who wouldn’t love a loop of soft faux fur to warm their neck on a cold winter day?  … Read More...

Rebekah from Twinkle and Twine guests over at Prudent Baby with a tutorial showing how to make these twine and fabric bow napkin holders.  They’d make a pretty addition to your holiday table.  Get the tute.

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