D’Arcy-Jean Milne, author of Fabric Leftovers
, shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she refashioned a maxi skirt into a gathered camisole dress. What a clever refashion! Don’t have a maxi skirt in your refashioning stash? I suspect … Read More...
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...
Tutorial: Monogram taggy toy
Elizabeth from Twelve Crafts Till Christmas guest blogs over at Blue Cricket Design with a tutorial for a taggy toy in the shape of a monogram. These would be make AWESOME baby gifts! I’m filing this idea away for the … Read More...
Tutorial: Embellished flower petal t-shirt
Kasia from Dream Home guest blogs over at Blue Cricket Design with a tutorial showing how to embellish a plain tee with a sprinkling of fabric flower petals. The tone-on-tone really works! What a pretty tee! She bought two shirts … Read More...
Tutorial: Lunchbox icepack sleeve with love note pocket
Larri from Seams Inspired guest blogs over at The Train to Crazy with a tutorial showing how to make the cutest little fabric sleeve for an lunchbox ice pack. It even includes a pocket to hold a special note from … Read More...
Tutorial: Back-to-school pencil and phone pouch
Sew4Home shows how to make this back-to-school pouch with space for high-tech and low-tech school supplies. It includes a zippered portion to hold pencils, and a pocket to hold a cell phone. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Sensory Beanbag caterpillar softie that kids can make
Kristin from Lu Bird Baby shares a tutorial on her blog for making this cute beanbag caterpillar softie. It’s a project that the kids can make themselves. They’ll feel so proud when they can show off their softie and say, … Read More...
Tutorial: “Not Your Typical Tote” Purse
If you think tote bags are all boring or strictly functional, then check out this tutorial from Thera from Crafty Pirate. She shows that a tote bag can be anything but typical; it all depends on your fabric choice … Read More...
Tutorial: Using hemostats to turn narrow fabric tubes
When making narrow fabric straps or ties, the cutting and sewing part is super simple. But the turning-it-right-side-out part can reduce even the most able sewist to frustrated tears. Sew4Home explains how to use a pair of hemostats to turn … Read More...
Tutorial: Vinyl hair accessories
Looking for a quick and stylish craft that adds a fun, modern touch to your hair routine? Ashley from Make It and Love It has you covered with a fabulous tutorial on how to make faux leather hair accessories using … Read More...
Free pattern: Slinky Slouchy Drawstring Vest
Head over to Fabric.com for a free pattern for this Slinky Slouchy Drawstring Vest from Hot Patterns. It’s only available for a month, so get it now. Go to the download.
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Tutorial: Pastry bag softie for a child’s pretend kitchen
Laura Bray from Katydiddy shares a tutorial on her blog for making a stuffed fabric version of a pastry bag. This is sooo sweet! Now your child can play out the preparation and decoration of all the luscious felt desserts … Read More...
This week in sewing giveaways
Here’s a quick round-up of some of the sewing-related giveaways going on this week:
Amber from Ruffles and Roses is giving away a Hera shirt that can be worn in three ways. Deadline is August 28th, 2010. Go to Ruffles … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a contrast cuff to a pair of pants
Jamee from Fancy Pants and Homemaker shares a tutorial for adding a contrast cuff to a pair of kids’ pants. This is an easy way to add a punch of color or pattern to make a pair of pants stand … Read More...
Sew the seeds of recycled crafts with a bird seed bag
The clever (and stylish) crafter Cecily of the blog Craftopotomus sent in this link she posted on making a bag from recycled bird seed bags and burlap. Fly on over to this post to see more pictures and for the … Read More...
Free Sewing pattern: Newborn jacket with kimono sleeves
Betty Kingston shares a free pattern for this newborn baby jacket with kimono sleeves. This would make an awesome baby gift! Go to the free pattern.
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Tutorial: Sailing on the Lake blouse
Sewing Princess shares a tutorial for making her Sailing on the Lake blouse. What a lovely top! Make it from a lightweight fabric for a drapey, easy-going fit. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Slingback baby booties
Jackie from I Design shows how to use the sandal pattern she purchased from Sewing With Me to create a baby bootie fit for the tiniest fashionista. The open toe slingback style looks like a miniature version of grown-up lady … Read More...
Tutorial: Add a doily insert to a t-shirt
Nina from Your Memories Captured and Momma Go Round shows how to add a doily insert to a t-shirt. This is an easy way to add a bit of personality to a plain t-shirt. You can find crocheted doilies at … Read More...
Tutorial: Make eyecatching hangtags for your handmade items
Do you sell your handmade items at craft stores or craft fairs? If so, check out this tutorial by Emily fromSaltwater Kids She shows how to make your own eyecatching hangtags that will lend a more professional, upscale feel … Read More...