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The folks over at CraftStylish show how to alter a shorts pattern to add a cuff. I love this finish! Get the how-to.
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[tags]sewing, tutorial, shorts, cuff, pattern, alteration, add[/tags] Looking for more Shorts patterns? Check … Read More...
More glass from around the world. This stop is Kenya, where our President here in the US has family. The glass shop is in Nairobi, opposite the Nairobi National Park. It’s the Kitengela Glass Studio and they make some absolutely wonderful…
More glass from around the world. This stop is Kenya, where our President here in the US has family. The glass shop is in Nairobi, opposite the Nairobi National Park. It’s the Kitengela Glass Studio and they make some absolutely … Read More...
Head over to Dabbled to find out how to make reusable sandwich bags. They’re made from clear vinyl,
velcro, and pretty ribbon. If you want to include your child in the back-to-school preparations, let them pick out the ribbon. … Read More...
When your project needs extra structure, a lining (or interlining) of buckram interfacing may be exactly what you need. Christine Sews shows how to sew on this stiff interfacing. Get the how-to.
[photo from Christine Sews]
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When your sewing project needs that extra bit of structure and stability, Interfacing can be a real game-changer. Whether you’re working on a hat, a bag, or even curtain headers, the addition of buckram can make all the difference in … Read More...
When your project needs extra structure, a lining (or interlining) of buckram interfacing may be exactly what you need. Christine Sews shows how to sew on this stiff interfacing. Get the how-to.
[photo from Christine Sews]
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Linda of Fiber & Pulp blog is working on a piece called Sherbert Layers in a class she’s taking. This is just a bit of it, go here to see the rest. Beautiful job. I hope Linda will share photos…
image by American Art Stamps
American Art stamps has recently released a wonderful new inspirational stamp line called Zenspirations. Each image is available wood mounted or cling mounted. Perfect to make an uplifting card for a friend who’s feeling down!
…American Art stamps has recently released a wonderful new inspirational stamp line called Zenspirations. Each image is available wood mounted or cling mounted. Perfect to make an uplifting card for a friend who’s feeling down!
Amy Martin has posted a tutorial for making pinwheels on the Kenner Road blog. Click here to go to tutorial.
Amy Martin has posted a tutorial for making pinwheels on the Kenner Road blog. Click here to go to tutorial.
Lily from Block-a-Day shows to add patchwork panels to the bottom jeans legs. Not only does this create a pair of boutique-style jeans, it’s can also be an economical solution to an unexpected growth spurt! Get the how-to.
[photo from Block-a-Day]
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Lily from Block-a-Day demonstrates a fantastic way to upcycle your jeans by adding patchwork panels to the bottom of the legs. This technique not only transforms plain jeans into boutique-style fashion but also serves as a creative and budget-friendly solution … Read More...
Handstitcher extraordinaire Mairuru shows how to make these tiny little fabric tetra charms. Looking at the construction of these little charms, the shape seems to be similar to individual-serving paper sour cream containers. She shows them hanging from a bracelet, but…
Handstitcher extraordinaire Mairuru shows how to make these tiny little fabric tetra charms. Looking at the construction of these little charms, the shape seems to be similar to individual-serving paper sour cream containers. She shows them hanging from a bracelet, … Read More...
Kim from Uber Crafter shows a couple of different ways to mend jeans. First, she shows how she closed up a slit on the leg side seam, and then she shows how she patched a hole in her husband’s worn out…
Kim from Uber Crafter shows a couple of different ways to mend jeans. First, she shows how she closed up a slit on the leg side seam, and then she shows how she patched a hole in her husband’s worn … Read More...
What little kid doesn’t love bugs?!? But you certainly don’t want those critters roaming around your house-so make an easy solution with a little plastic canvas from the craft store and materials you have around the house. Everyone will be…