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Free pattern: Fluffy*Stuffy Bunny

January 29, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Jenny B Harris from All Sorts shares a free pattern for her Fluffy*Stuffy Bunny. This sweet little bunny is made from a soft fleece fabric and wears a pretty dress. I’m loving her little heart nose and the scalloped collar… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make new insoles for your shoes in pretty fabric prints

January 29, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Kathleen from Grosgrain shows how make a used pair of shoes fabulous with the addition of a new insole. A new insole made of a kicky fabric print. Love, love!! This is making me want to go find a pair… Read more ...

Tutorial: Rockin’ Boy (or girl) Slippers

January 29, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Vivian from Craft with Confidence shows how to make her Rockin’ Boy Slippers. Foam in the soles make them soft and cushy, and a bit of elastic at the heels helps them stay on. But don’t let the name fool… Read more ...

Free pattern: Bullfinch scrap fabric ornament

January 29, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Head over to Sew, Mama, Sew! for a free pattern for making this little bullfinch ornament made from bits and pieces of scrap fabric. It’s an excerpt from the book Scandinavian Stitches by Kajsa Wikman. Go to the free pattern.… Read more ...

Tutorial: What bias tape is, and how to make it yourself

January 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver

I like to think of bias tape as my little magic sewing friend (or maybe my secret weapon?). It finishes off the edges of my fabric so cleanly, and when made from contrasting colors or prints it gives a little… Read more ...

Tutorial: Handkerchief or bandana skirt for little girls

January 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Malory from Snips & Spice shows how to make a little girls’ skirt from a pair of handkerchiefs or bandanas. The overlapped squares make pretty points on the skirt. And because the handkerchiefs are already hemmed, it’s a quick and… Read more ...

Free pattern: Vintage spats for your shoes

January 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Bramcost Publications shares a free vintage pattern for making a pair of spats. Think of them as slipcovers for your shoes. The pattern calls for buckles, but you could substitute Velcro to simplify the project. Get the tutorial. [photo… Read more ...

Tutorial: Folded fabric Japanese cranes

January 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Katy from Sew Apropos and No Big Dill shows how to make a fabric version of an origami paper crane. She uses the folded fabric Japanese cranes to make one-of-a-kind hair accessories for her daughter. Love! Get the tutorial.… Read more ...

Free pattern: Sweet soft dollie

January 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Nicole from 60 Piggies guest blogs at Red Ted Art’s Blog with a free pattern and tutorial for making this sweet soft dollie. I’m loving those rosy red cheeks, and the little pointy hat she wears! Get the pattern.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Notebook and pencil folio for young artists

January 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Jill from Creating My Way To Success shows how to make a notebook and pencil folio, perfect for a budding artist or journaler. It has pockets for a notebook and a full selection of pencils for drawing, and folds up… Read more ...

Tutorial: Add elastic to a coat hood to keep the wind out

January 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Whimsy Couture shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to add elastic to the hood of a coat to keep the cold winds away from your ears. This will work on most hoods that are made with an outer… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffle leg pants

January 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver

The Sewing Dork shows how to make these adorable ruffled pants for little girls. They’ll be cute paired with a simple top, or peeking out from the bottom of a twirly skirt or dress. Go to the tutorial. [photo… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy Valentine’s dishtowels with rick rack

January 27, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shows how to creat quick, easy, and fabulous Valentine’s dishtowels using rick rack trim. Store-bought white towels are stitched with rick rack in various sizes and shades of pink and red. Love! Go to the tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Valentine’s heart pillow with love note pocket

January 27, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Deborah from Purple Pinwheel and Wonderwoman Creations shows how to make a Valentine’s heart pillow with a pocket that holds love notes for your sweetheart. Get the tutorial. [photo from Wonderwoman Creations] Check out these sewing books for sewing … Read more ...

Tutorial: Snug fit crib sheets

January 27, 2011 by Anne Weaver

What’s a mama-to-be to do when none of the stores have crib sheets to match her fabulous nursery decor? Why, make them herself, of course! Prudent Baby shares a tutorial showing how. Get the tute. [photo from Prudent Baby… Read more ...