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Head over to Whip Up to find out how to make a Button-Up Cup Cosy.  The fabric sleeve fits around a favorite mug to protect your hands while you’re sipping a cup of hot coffee or cocoa.  They’d make nice …

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You can buy pattern weights at the fabric store, but it’s so easy to make them yourself.  And cheaper, too.  Stephanie from The Petite Sewist shows how she made her own pattern weights using heavy hardware washers and scrap fabric.  …

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When I saw the Freshly Picked Baby Hats over at Delia Creates, I let out a squeal of delight.  How could I not?  They’re just so CUTE.  There are three versions – an apple, a strawberry, and a pineapple.  Even better, …

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Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Shaggy Heart Dress with matching knee-pad leggings.  The large ruffled heart embellishment on the little girl’s dress reminds me of a fancy box of chocolates.  The knee-pads …

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Jos from Sew, Cook, Laugh and Live shows how to make her Favourite Dress, no pattern required.  It’s made from rectangles of fabric and requires only straight seams to make.  The long, full dress will look best when made out of …

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Michael Ann from Michael Ann Made shows how to make a basic tote bag.  This would make a great first project for someone wanting to learn to sew!  She used fabric from an old pair of pants (brilliant!) but you …

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Melissa from Melly Sews shows how to make her Tone on Tone Hearts tee using a reverse applique technique.  The hearts in her design make this a fun shirt for Valentine’s Day, but you could also wear it year round. …

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Tricia from Leafy Treetop Spot shares a free pattern for making her Sweet Pea Dress for babies.  It’s made like a pillowcase dress, but out of soft knit fabric (recycled from old t-shirts).  The pattern is for a baby 6-12 …

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With the new year come many a resolution to drop some weight.  And with that will most likely come pants that are too loose.  You could invest in some new pants, but if you haven’t reached your goal yet, then …

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Michael Ann from Michael Ann Made shows how to make a Valentine’s banner that spells out the phrase, “all you need is love,” on felt and fabric flowers.  Total cuteness! I love that sentiment, but if you needed a shorter banner …

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RosMadeMe shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make an iPad sleeve.  The envelope style sleeve has a snap closure to keep your iPad snug in place.  Batting between the lining and the outer fabric helps protect it …

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Vanessa from The Crafty Gemini announces the release of her ABC – 123 Fabric Flashcards video workshop and pattern.  She created the fabric flashcards as an alternative to the paper flashcards that her son kept.  The fabric flashcards won’t get …

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Our sister site, CraftBits, has tons of how-tos for the DIY crowd.  Recently added is a pattern for making a small clutch purse with a magnetic snap closure.  A small strap makes it easy to carry around your wrist.  Get

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Mandy from Sugar Bee Crafts shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she created this pencil skirt with a stunning chevron design.  No, she didn’t use fabric printed with a chevron design.  She cut and pieced a striped fabric …

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Katie from Notes from a Red Kitchen shares a free pattern and tutorial for making an eye mask.  The soft fabric mask slides over your eyes and is held in place with a thin elastic strap.  Make one for yourself, or give …

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