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Delia from Delia Creates cut up a wool sweater and turned it into this lovely coat for her baby girl. She created her own pattern, using a basic bodice pattern as a starting point. She also shows one she made… Read more ... 
Melissa Esplin from I Still Love You shows how she made this chiffon maxi skirt. It’s gorgeous! The shape is a long circle skirt, sewn in several layers due to the sheer fabric. Go to her tutorial.
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Natalie from Doodles by Noodles shows how to make a small pincushion out of a mini photo frame. She found the brightly painted mini frames at Michael’s, but you can find similar frames at other discount and craft stores. Get … Read more ... 
Vintage linens are so beautiful, but there’s often damage that prevents you from using them for their intended purpose. The Polka Dot Closet shows how you can use the undamaged portion of the vintage linens to create these gorgeous shabby… Read more ... 
Autumn from It’s Always Autumn shares a free pattern for her Mix-n-Match Felt Monsters. The download includes patterns for 5 different monster shapes, 5 different mouths, 5 different eyes, and 5 different monster accessories. You can mix and match them… Read more ... 
These Valentine heart house ornaments are so cute! A pocket on the bag holds a candy or small treat. Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugar made them, and she shares a tutorial showing how. Go to her blog for the … Read more ... 
Angelina from JoJo & Eloise shows how to make this Valentine’s ruffled apron. It’s made from a plain white fabric, with ruffles on the skirt a big red heart on the bib. Who wouldn’t love it? Go to her blog … Read more ... 
Amy from Naptime Crafters shows how she made this reversible puffy vest for her baby boy. She used her Alpine Wonderland Puffy Coat pattern as a starting point. You could probably adapt a t-shirt pattern as well, so long as… Read more ... 
Stephanie from Henry Happened shows how to add a giant sequin heart to a t-shirt, no sewing required. The big gold heart is awesome on top of the striped shirt she used. Get the tute.
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Lulushion shows how to refashion two sweaters into one peplum sweater. One sweater will form the body and the peplum, and the other sweater will be used to replace the sleeves cut off from the first sweater. Go to her … Read more ... 
Rachael from Imagine Gnats guest blogs at Casa Crafty with a tutorial showing how to sew up a set of nested baskets. They’re made from fused fabric with delightfully raw edges. Use them by the door to catch keys, on… Read more ... 
Oh By Golly! shows how she makes vintage scarf headwraps. The knotted scarf holds her hair back while she applies her makeup. It’s made from a vintage scarf, using a couple of folds and a couple of seams to turn… Read more ... 
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern to make her Simple Knot Dress. The pattern is available in girls’ sizes 2-6. It’s made from a mix of coordinating fabrics, with a little apron sewn into… Read more ... 
Christine from Alchemy Stitchcraft shows how to create this fleece jester hat. What better way to chase away the gray of a cold winter day than with a crazy fun hat like this? Go to Alchemy Stitchcraft for the how-to… Read more ... 
Charm Stitch shows how you can sew up scrap felt and ribbon to create these pretty Valentine flower barrettes and brooches. Get the tute.
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Check out these sewing books for sewing valentines day projects
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