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Tutorial: Super Simple Summer Skirt from lightweight jersey

June 13, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Cheri from I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar shows how to make her Super Simple Summer Skirt from a lightweight jersey knit. Pair it with a basic tee for a nice summer outfit that’s also comfortable in the warm weather. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Turn a scarf into a vest

May 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Kirsten from Studs & Pearls shows how to turn a large square scarf into a long drapey vest. It’s super quick and super easy, no sewing required. And you don’t actually have to use a scarf, either. This would be… Read more ...

Tutorial: The Slouchy Shirt

May 10, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Here it is – the long overdue tutorial for making my Slouchy Shirt.

It’s a simple loose-fitting t-shirt gathered on to a fitted band at the hips. It looks more dressed up than a plain tee, but it also happens… Read more ...

From my studio last week: May 9, 2011

May 9, 2011 by Anne Weaver

So I never wrote a studio recap for last week. Whoops! Actually, I didn’t have that much to report so there’s really nothing lost. In addition to my blogging gig here at Craft Gossip, I also teach an online writing… Read more ...

Tutorial: Everything’s Coming Up Roses embellished knit skirt

April 19, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Maggie from Smashed Peas and Carrots guest blogs in the Comfy Sews vs. Cozy Knits series at luvinthemommyhood (housed on the blog Versus) with a tutorial showing how to make her Everything’s Coming Up Roses skirt. It’s made from a… Read more ...

From my studio last week: April 18, 2011

April 18, 2011 by Anne Weaver

It was another one project week last week. And it was another project for myself. Woot! I ordered a bunch of different knit fabrics and they came in last week. I’ve been keeping my knit sewing to 100% cottons or… Read more ...

Tutorial: Jersey knit shag pillow

April 14, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Vanessa from V and Co. shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this super fabulous shag pillow. The shaggy texture is made from strips of jersey knit. I bet this feels so cool to run your hands… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Anthropologie-inspired flower brooch

April 13, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Kirstin & Jordan from KojoDesigns share a tutorial on their blog showing how to make this lovely flower brooch, inspired by a similar piece from Anthropologie. Their version is made from strips of jersey knit and sequins. You can clip… Read more ...

Tutorial: Turn About the Room maternity dress

April 5, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Miriam from Mad Mim guest blogs at DIY Maternity with a tutorial showing how to make her fabulous Turn About the Room maternity dress. I wish I had had this dress when I was pregnant years ago! The deep V-neck… Read more ...

Tutorial: Leather and jersey fashion accessories

March 27, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Delia from Delia Creates shows how she cut apart a thrifted leather jacket to make a plethora of leather fashion accessories. My favorite is this gathered jersey belt. The body of the belt is a soft, stretchy jersey. It’s gathered… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sports jersey insulated beverage holders

March 22, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Amy from Positively Splendid shows how to make insulted beverage holders – shaped like itsy bitsy sports jerseys! How seriously cute is that?!? If you have a child playing organized sports, this would be SUCH a fun favor for a… Read more ...

Tutorial: The Peek-a-Boo Shoulder Shirt, plus a surprise

March 9, 2011 by Anne Weaver

I promised you a tutorial for making the Peek-a-Boo Shoulder Shirt, and here it is! This really is a quick, easy shirt to make. With no set-in sleeves, it’s just two pieces of fabric with edges bound and sewn together… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Pieced jersey onesie dress

February 25, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Kirstin & Jordan fromKojoDesignsshare a tutorial on their blog showing how to make this super cute pieced jersey onesie dress. The top is made from a plain baby onesie, with strips of jersey pieced together to make a… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Patchwork jersey knit pants

February 18, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Kirstin & Jordan from KojoDesigns help Celebrate the Boy with a tutorial on their blog showing how to make a pair of pieced jersey knit pants. These so stinkin’ cute!! Get the tute. [photo from kojodesigns]… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Ruffled baby dress lined in soft knit fabric

January 30, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Kirstin & Jordan from KojoDesigns share a tutorial on their blog showing how to make this beautiful baby dress with rows and rows of ruffles on the skirt. Though the ruffles are super fancy, it’s made to be comfortable on… Read more ...