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Tutorial: Simple embroidered pin cushion

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Tutorial: Simple embroidered pin cushionPalak from Make It Handmade shows how to make this little round pincushion with simple embroidery embellishing the top.  The bottom is a pretty print, and the top a coordinating solid accented with running stitches in colors that pull from… Read more ...

Free pattern: 2-piece sleeve placket

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Free pattern: 2-piece sleeve placketPam from Off the Cuff shows how to make a 2-piece shirt sleeve placket. She also includes a free pattern for the pieces.  She makes these entirely at the machine, with only finger pressing during the construction.  (She gives it… Read more ...

Free pattern: Fleece baby jumpsuit

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Free pattern: Fleece baby jumpsuitThe Purl Bee shares a free pattern for making this fleece baby jumpsuit.  They make it from an organic cotton fleece that has a smoother side and a fluffier side.  Playing with the different sides of the fabric adds subtle… Read more ...

Tutorial: Twist bandeau bikini top

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Tutorial: Twist bandeau bikini topTamara from Etcetorize shows how to make a twist bandeau bikini top.  Believe it or not, it’s actually an easy sewing project using just straight seams.  Tamara says that 1 meter of spandex swim suit fabric is enough to make… Read more ...