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Tutorial: Make a rag doll

October 27, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Oh Sew Dollin shares a tutorial showing how to make a soft fabric rag doll. She includes information on sewing the body, attaching the limbs, creating the face, adding the hair, and even making a little dress. A soft fabric… Read more ...

It’s new: Pink Ribbon Ruffle Scarf

October 27, 2011 by Anne Weaver

In celebration of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Whimsy Couture is introducing their Pink Ribbon Scarf pattern. The ruffled fleece scarf is quick to sew, and can be made is sizes toddler through adult. 80% of the purchase price will be… Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrappy Snappy Pouches

October 27, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Leslie from Leslie’s Art and Sew shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Scrappy Snappy Pouches. The small pouches are just the size for carrying your ID, your spare change, and maybe a bit of folded… Read more ...

Tutorial: Cutting and washing burlap

October 27, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Burlap is a popular fabric for autumn sewing and home deco projects. And why not? It’s inexpensive and it has a wonderfully homespun feel. But the loose weave can be difficult to handle. Becky from The Barefoot Seamstress posts on… Read more ...

Tutorial: Postcard Pinafore jumper from a souvenir tea towel

October 27, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Roslyn from Sew Delicious created this super cute toddler’s jumper out of a souvenir tea towel as a gift for a friend. She calls it her Postcard Pinafore, and she shares the tutorial on her blog. The towel was large… Read more ...

Tutorial: Draft a pencil skirt sew-along

October 26, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Justine from Sew Country Chick shares a 4-part sew-along for drafting a pattern for a pencil skirt. The fitted skirt is a classic and a wardrobe staple. Depending on your fabric choice and skirt length, it can be made dressy… Read more ...

Tutorial: Add a fishtail hem to the back of a shirt

October 26, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Donatella from Inspiration & Realisation shows how to insert a panel of fabric into the back of a shirt to create a fishtail hem. The look was inspired by a $350 designer sweater. She refashioned a twinset to make hers… Read more ...

Tutorial: Use your machine’s decorative stitches to make this Scandinavian-inspired apron

October 26, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Many sewing machines come loaded with a variety of decorative stitches. But honestly, how many times have you actually used them? The folks at Sew4Home show how to use your sewing machine’s decorative stitches to make this Scandinavian-inspired apron. Get … Read more ...

Tutorial: Piped floor cushion for the tween types

October 26, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Susan from Living with Punks shows how to make this super cute floor cushion trimmed in oversized contrast-y piping. They’re large enough for a tween-aged body to sit comfortably, and they stack nicely when not in use. Get the how-to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Lightweight Infinity Scarf

October 26, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Sarah from Simply Dove shows how to make a lightweight infinity scarf. The simple scarf is sewn into a tube and can be worn in a number of ways. It would make a nice accessory for yourself, or to give… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-Sew iPhone Costume

October 26, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Jen from My Own Road shows how she made an iPhone costume for her young child, no sewing required. It’s made from craft felt, which is easy to work with and doesn’t fray. Though she used glue to attach the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Quick and easy drapey top for a child

October 26, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Athena from The Stuff of Success shows how to make her Angel Top, a drapey top for a child out of a man’s v-neckt-shirt. It takes just a couple of seams, making this a super quick, super easy sewing project. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Diaper Strap to keep diapers and wipes together

October 26, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Cally from Calico shows how to make a Diaper Strap to hold diapers and wipes together when you’re on the go. This is such a great idea! This would make an awesome baby gift – make one of these and… Read more ...

Tutorial: On-The-Go Medicine Kit

October 25, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Lelanie from To Sew With Love shows how she made her On-The-Go Medicine Kit. The fabric pouch opens up to reveal pockets that hold all the bandages, wipes, and other essentials for small emergencies. Keep it with you in your… Read more ...

Tutorial: Add a Peter Pan collar to a plain tee

October 25, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Erin from Sutton Grace guest blogs in the Top-toberfest series at Leafy Treetop Spot with a tutorial showing how to make a Peter Pan collar for a t-shirt. The rounded collar adds such a sweet, vintage look to a plain… Read more ...