Sewing clothes from striped fabrics can be tricky.  If the pieces aren’t placed straight on the fabric, you’ll end up with crooked stripes.  If the stripes on the front and back pieces don’t match, it can look messy at the… Read more ...

Steph from 3 Hours Past shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to finish off the edges of knit fabric with a simple binding.   Get the how-to. [photo from 3  Hours Past]… Read more ...

Kristina from Kristina J. shows how to embellish a pair of plain t-strap sandals with pom poms.  They’re made from seam binding, which is a lightweight trim with a subtle shine.  I’m LOVING the soft colors and the ombre effect! … Read more ...

Kristy from Swamp Hollow Designs shows how to make her Summer Love Shirred Peasant Top.  She shows how you can draft your own pattern using a t-shirt that fits as a sizing guide, so you can make this in just… Read more ...

Anorina from Samelia’s Mum shows how to make a tooth fairy pilow that can be hung on a door or bed knob.  Made from a square of fabric in a fun novelty print, the design works equally well for boys… Read more ...

Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest added this awesome dinosaur design to a t-shirt for her young son, and she shares a template so you can make one, too.   Get the template. [photo from Aesthetic Nest] Do you have a Dinosaur… Read more ...

Tricia from Made By Me & Shared With You shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a cool cuff out of nylon webbing and scrap leather, embellished with leather stamps and contrast stitching.   Go to her tutorial… Read more ...