Peacock Chic shows how she achieved a perfect buttonhole on stretch fabric using - of all things - paper towels.  Get the how-t0.

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ModHomeEcTeacher shares a tutorial on Curbly for making your own oilcloth using linseed oil and heavy canvas or duck cloth.  Go to the tutorial.

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Christine from Christine Sews shows how she gets sharp corners on her tote bags.  It’s all in how you clip the seam.  Go to the tutorial to see how it’s done.

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Made by Rae shows how to create a pleated pocket.  The little pinch pleat adds shaping and style to a patch pocket.  Add one to your next dress or purse project.  I want to put pleated pockets on everything now!  Go…

maximum RABBIT designs shows how to make this stacked doily and button brooch.  Go to the tutorial. 

For instant gratifiation, ou can also purchase these brooches already made from her Etsy shop and her Folksy shop.

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{Spool} is holding an free online class on applique.  Each week, she’ll present a step in the process for making these 3-D appliqued flowers.  The first week was an introduction, and this week’s post covers gathering supplies and creating a design.  Future weeks…

Jessica from Happy Together shows how to make these super cute fabric letters.  She made them for her daughter, who is learning her ABC’s right now.  I’m also thinking this would be big fun for on-the-fly banners to hang on your…

Sally from Sew Sally explains the basics of creating buttonholes in an article for Sew, Mama, Sew!   Get the how-to.

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Anything But Normal creates these large storage buckets by covering an old laundry bucket with scrapbook paper (paint bucket would also work), and then sews a fabric liner.  See how she does it.

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Cut Out + Keep user  Bohemiansky shows how to make these cupboard organizers.  The base is made of cardboard boxes sized to fit your cabinets, and a removable cover is made of fabric.  Get the how-to.

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Handmade items are increasing in popularity, and many sewists are opening Etsy shops or displaying their items at craft fairs.  When you’re making many versions of the same project, there are ways that you can maximize your sewing productivity.  Debbie Colgrove…

If your summertime plans include a road trip, then you may want to make one of these hanging garbage bags for your car.  Roots and Wings Co. shows how.  The bag is held open with an embroidery hoop!  Go to the…

Joel Dewberry talks about his latest fabric line, Deer Valley, in an interview over at True Up.  Go read what he has to say.

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Cathie Filian shows how to make this beach towel roll up.  This clever towel features a secret compartment for stashing your valuables and a pillow at the end for sunbathing.  Love it!  Go to the tutorial.

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Petunia shows how to make these 3-dimensional flowers from fabric, and also paper.  Pin one on a purse or on a t-shirt for an instant update.  Go to the tutorial.

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C & T Publishing Blog shares a tutorial for making this Cherry Cupcake Dolly, designed by Gladys Love.  So cute, I could just eat it up!  Go to the instructions.

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I don’t know how many times I’ve been rockin’ along on a quick sewing project, only to discover that I have to turn a really long strap inside out.  On this step alone, my productivity grinds to a halt.  Christine…

Keep your hair out of your face with this cool braided fabric headband.  Kristin from Lu Bird Baby shows how to make one.  Get the tutorial.

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Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how to make these soft coasters from scrap fabric.  Dig through your scrap bins and make up a batch.  Get the how-to.

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If, like my 5 year old, you believe that everything is made better with a little glitter on it, then this tutorial at The Crafty Chica blog is for you.  Kathy Can0-Murilla shows how to glitter your fabric.  Go to the tutorial.

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