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Tutorial: Reversible sling bag

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Mandy from Sugar Bee Crafts guest blogs in the A-Z series at The Ribbon Retreat with a tutorial for a Switchable Striped Sling Satchel.  (Guess which letter she was assigned?)  It’s a reversible sling bag with a long strap so… Read more ...

Tutorial: Hemming stretchy fabrics

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Sewing on knits is easy. Hemming knits, on the other hand, can be frustrating.  The stretchy fabric tends to become wavy when it’s stitched, especially if your hem is going across the stretchiest part of the fabric.  In order to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy onesie dress

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It’s easy to turn an inexpensive onesie into a cute baby dress.  Emily from Nap Time Creations shows how you can do it.  The oneside dress has a gathered skirt sewn on to it, with the bottom of the onesie… Read more ...

Tutorial: Appliqued apple pillow

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Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl shares a tutorial at Therm O Web blog showing how you can make this appliqued apple pillow.  The rectangular pillow has three apples appliqued on it, with bites taken out of them as they you… Read more ...

Tutorial: Slouchy backpack

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Donatella from Inspiration & Realisation shows how you can make this awesome slouchy backpack.  The look is more sophisticated than what you normally get in a backpack.  It’s made from a heavy linen fabric, with cotton for a lining.  Extra… Read more ...

Free pattern: Felt Spock softie

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Here’s a project for all you Star Trek fans.  A little felt Spock softie that you can sit on your desk.  How cute is he!!!  Alicia from Felt With Love Designs guest blogs at Punk Projects with a free pattern… Read more ...

Free pattern: Girls swing tank top

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Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern to make a girls swing tank.  The swingy A-line silhouette and pointed hem are a popular style for girls (and womens) wear right now.  Pair it with leggings,… Read more ...