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Tutorial: All about knit fabric types, weights, and amount of stretch

June 29, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Tutorial: All about knit fabric types, weights, and amount of stretchTutorials and sewing patterns often talk about knit fabrics as if they are all the same.  But there are lots of different types of knit fabric.  But which is the right kind to use? Cheryl from Sew Can Do tells… Read more ...

Video tutorial and pattern: Shibori dyed sundress

June 29, 2017 by Anne Weaver

 Video tutorial and pattern: Shibori dyed sundressMelissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews made this gorgeous sundress out of an old sheet!  But before she sewed it up, she shibori dyed it with indigo to create the intricate blue dye design.  She’s got a video… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Beaded fringe t-shirt, plus a 4th of July printable

June 29, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Tutorial: Beaded fringe t-shirt, plus a 4th of July printableJamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how she made this cute beaded fringe t-shirt for her daughter.  Red, white, and blue make it a perfect shirt for 4th of July picnics!  She also includes a free printable… Read more ...

Tutorial: DIY fringe trim round beach towel

June 29, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Tutorial: DIY fringe trim round beach towelHave you seen the round beach towels that are popping up everywhere?  They are so much fun!  The shape is unexpected, plus they give a larger area to lounge.  Because a standard beach towel doesn’t give you much room to… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Basic knit fabric headband

June 28, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Tutorial: Basic knit fabric headbandI’m always looking for projects that use up the scraps of knit fabric that I have left over from making t-shirts.  I don’t like just throwing the scraps away, but it’s a lot harder to justify the hoarding of knit… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Zola zipper pen case

June 28, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Tutorial and pattern: Zola zipper pen caseCaroline from Sew Can She has a tutorial and free pattern for making the cutest zipper pen case.  She calls it the Zola Pen Case.  It unzips and opens up to make a little tray that holds your pencils.  Plus… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Glow-in-the-dark stenciled shirt

June 28, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Tutorial: Glow-in-the-dark stenciled shirtWhether it’s stickers or jewelry or clothing, kids’ stuff is made more fun when it’s glow-in-the-dark!  I still remember being a kid and turning off all the lights just to see what would happen with my glow-in-the-dark stickers.  Alicia from… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Faux leather bow tie

June 28, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Tutorial: Faux leather bow tieThis faux leather bow tie is a fun twist on a classic men’s accessory.  Havalah from Sisters What has a tutorial showing how you can make one.  The colorful faux leather is unexpected and totally cute!  You can sew the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a removable wristlet strap for a bag or pouch

June 27, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Tutorial: Sew a removable wristlet strap for a bag or pouchBags and small pouches are always fun to sew.  And they’re handy, too!  But do you know what makes them even better?  A wristlet strap to make it easier to carry!  Damjama from Apple Green Cottage shows how you can… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew running pants from a leggings pattern

June 27, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Tutorial: Sew running pants from a leggings patternActivewear can be so expensive to buy!  Did you know that it’s fairly easy to sew your own?  Jess from The Sewing Rabbit has a tutorial at The Creative Spark showing how you can adapt a basic leggings sewing pattern… Read more ...

Tutorial: 4th of July tulle wreath

June 27, 2017 by Anne Weaver

The 4th of July is just around the corner, but there’s still time to whip up a cute flag themed wreath for your front door. Amy from Positively Splendid shows how you can make this red, white, and blue tulle… Read more ...

Tutorial: 20 minute makeup pouch

June 27, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Tutorial: 20 minute makeup pouchCrystal from Hello Creative Family shows how you can sew this cute makeup pouch from a couple of fat quarters – and it only takes 20 minutes!  It’s a great first sewing project to make with teens or tweens,… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: A-line skirt for an 18″ doll

June 27, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Tutorial and pattern: A-line skirt for an 18" dollWhen my daughter was younger, I got such a kick out of making clothes for her dolls!  I think maybe I enjoyed making the clothes more than she enjoyed playing with them.  Over at the C&T Publishing site, you can… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: How to sew a drawstring bag

June 26, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Tutorial: How to sew a drawstring bag Pam from Threading My Way shows how to sew a drawstring bag.  They’re easy to sew and can be put to any number of purposes – as toy storage bags, toiletry bags, lingerie bags, even lunch bags.  You can make… Read more ...

Tutorial: Star bean bag toss game for 4th of July

June 26, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Tutorial: Star bean bag toss game for 4th of JulyThis star bean bag toss game would be perfect for 4th of July picnics!  Just lay the fabric game out on the ground and try to toss the bean bags on to the different stars.  Faith from Fresh Lemons Quilts… Read more ...
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