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Tutorial and pattern: Doll t-shirt and pants

May 17, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Sew a wardrobe of clothes for your child’s doll with this tutorial from Sew What Alicia! She shares a pattern for making a doll t-shirt and pants. Change up the fabrics and embellish with applique and trims to make each… Read more ...

Microwave hot bowl holders in Kyoto fabric by Amy Barickman

May 17, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Disclaimer: I received product (fabric and sewing pattern) in return for writing this post. Any opinions are 100% mine. I was recently given the opportunity to sew up a project using the new Kyoto fabric line by Amy Barickman of… Read more ...

Tutorial: Rotate sewing pattern darts

May 17, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Darts allow you to shape a garment by pinching out excess fabric. Though a sewing pattern might have the darts coming in from the side, you can easily adjust the pattern to have the darts coming in from the shoulder. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Velour envelope clutch purse

May 17, 2017 by Anne Weaver

I never realize just how casual my bags tend to be – until a night when I want to dress up, and then I realize that I don’t have any bags fancy enough to wear out for the night. Valerie… Read more ...

Tutorial: Pretty fabric covered flower pots

May 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Kimbo from A Girl and a Glue Gun shows how you can make the prettiest fabric covered flower pots. All you need is a pot, some fabric you love, and some Mod Podge

. These would make wonderful teacher gifts! … Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Curve top cosmetic bag

May 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This color block zip pouch is a pretty way to store your cosmetics! It has graceful lines, with a gently curved top and a boxed bottom. Inside, a row of pockets will keep your smaller items from getting lost in… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Animal Buddy Blanket for kids

May 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver

These Buddy Blankets are adorable and would make the sweetest gift for a young child! Sew4Home has a tutorial and free pattern so you can make one! The blanket is super snuggly made from Cuddle fabric, and the animal head… Read more ...

Video tutorial: Delicate embroidered box

May 16, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This delicate box is made entirely of thread! It could be a fairy box, but there’s no magic required to make it. Instead, you can use your sewing machine and some water soluble interfacing. CraftJitsu shares a video showing how… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Chemo cap

May 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a tutorial and pattern for making a chemo cap. The tutorial is the first in a series of posts she is dedicated to women she admire. Her chemo cap pattern is in honor of… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Little girl’s flower purse

May 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Look at this sweet flower purse! You can sew one for your favorite little girl. Paola from Sweet Julia Boutique shares a tutorial and pattern at Crazy Little Projects. It has a zipper opening on the back and a long… Read more ...

Sewing Tips – 11 tips for using a muslin to get a perfect fit

May 15, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Sewing patterns rarely fit anyone perfectly straight out on the envelope. Sewing a test garment, or muslin, first can help you figure out just what adjustments need to be made. Beth from SunnyGal Studio shares some tips at Craftsy for… Read more ...

Tutorial: Braided beach towel rug

May 14, 2017 by Anne Weaver

This bath mat rug is super absorbent because it’s made from a braided beach towel. Patti from Hearth & Vine used a discount store beach towel to make it, and she’s got a tutorial showing how she did it. It’s… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy boxy cropped top

May 13, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can sew an easy boxy cropped top. The loose fit top has an easy breezy style perfect for late spring and summer! You won’t need a pattern because the pieces are so… Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrap fabric gift tags

May 13, 2017 by Anne Weaver

Even small gifts can be made special if you put some thought into their presentation. Emily from Life Sew Savory shows how you can sew pretty fabric gift tags. She attached them to small tubes of lotion to create wonderful… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Sew a vinyl coated lunch bag

May 12, 2017 by Anne Weaver

These vinyl coated lunch bags are perfect to pack a lunch for the park or pool. Especially when they’re made from fun summery prints! Audrey from Audrey’s Reflection shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how to make them. … Read more ...