Inspiration – Page 12

“Print” fabric with scrapbook rub-ons

February 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Here’s a neat way to add some extra “punch” to your fabrics. Use rub-ons that are designed for scrapbooking and papercrafting. Get the scoop from the Hambly Screen Prints blog. Note that they do say that the technique doesn’t… Read more ...

Buttons go from plain to pizzazz

January 30, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Hannah at knick knacks & ric rac has a great idea to give your buttons some extra flair. She combines two plain buttons to make one two-toned button. Not only do you get a high-end look without the high-end price,… Read more ...

Cool idea: Wallet made over with oilcloth

January 29, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Kristin at GraceViolet shows how she gave her plastic wallet/organizer a makeover with a bit of oilcloth. She was able to slip the oilcloth in under the existing binding and then restitch. Get the details at her blog. I’m… Read more ...

Use a skirt pattern to make a belt?

January 25, 2009 by Anne Weaver

That’s what La Sewista did, and the results are stunning. Read about the details of this project. She gives enough information about her process that you could make one for yourself. I love how her mind works!… Read more ...

Cool idea: Fast and fun toy storage with drawstring bags

January 25, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Look at these handy drawstring bags blogged by WalterandVeronica! They were made to store her children’s blocks. I love how she mixes the vintage/practical feel of the repro flour sack fabric with the bright whimsical letters. She says it’s lazy… Read more ...

Inspiration: Peartroshkas

January 19, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Matryoshkas are very much the rage in the crafting world right now. maya*made takes the matroyshka to a new level with her family of Peartroshkas. Yes, PEARtroyshkas. Half pear, half human, 100% adorable. I love this so much! Read her … Read more ...

Cool idea: Too-short cami to mock-top

January 14, 2009 by Anne Weaver

I love this sewing project posted by Occasional Martha. She took an existing cami that was too short and made it even shorter, turning it into a mock-top. She still gets the benefit of the extra layer at the… Read more ...

Fabric food – zero calorie, fat-free, and deliciously cute

January 5, 2009 by Anne Weaver

This bacon is naturally fat-free, the caffeine-free coffee loses no style point, and this hamburger won’t clog anyone’s arteries. And it’s all deliciously cute to boot! Check out the fabric food play set made by This is Love Forever and… Read more ...

Christmas Advent Calendar Sew-Along

January 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Yes, you read correctly. Christmas 08 is hardly out the door, and we’re already talking about sewing for Christmas 09. Specifically, CraftApple is announcing an Advent calendar sew-along for Christmas 09. Every year, I say I’m going to make… Read more ...

A fairy tale in her coat!

December 20, 2008 by Anne Weaver

Check out the latest addition to the Sugar City Shop’s pattern line! They’ve taken the idea of a playful coat lining to the next level with their Little Red Wander Wonder kit. Instead of just a fun patterned… Read more ...

RED Boreal Sweater

December 11, 2008 by Linda Lanese

Would you not love to wear this stunning RED Boreal Sweater on Christmas day or any of her FAB outfits? I think her designs are just awesome and I hope you visit this young lady Shanah’s blog “Little House Clothing”… Read more ...

Holiday Sewing Pattern (FREE)

December 6, 2008 by Linda Lanese

Snowman Doll This little guy is capped, dressed in his plaid woollies and sweater, muffled up to his eyeballs and just waiting patiently for a winter snowstorm! Designed by
Barbara Matthiessen Sitting Kitties Whimsical little kitties to tuck here and… Read more ...

A Gift of an Elegant and luxurious Shawl

December 5, 2008 by Linda Lanese

Here we have a perfect gift for that style savvy friend or yourself : an elegant and luxurious shawl that is very simple to make. After sewing together coordinating rectangles of chiffon and organza, give the resulting wrap a sprinkling… Read more ...

Mr. and Mrs. Snowman Mittens & The Placemat Market Tote Bag

December 4, 2008 by Linda Lanese

Hi all, I am Linda the felting editor, I am doing the sewing column for a while until the editor applications can be sorted out and approved. We did not want to miss the Holiday season and all the lovely… Read more ...

Fabulous Vintage Patterns

November 18, 2008 by candi canncel

So Vintage Patterns has absolutely exquisite sewing patterns. They are truly vintage, not reproductions. They stock over 4000 patterns from the 1900’s on up. And, even have a huge assortment of Movie Star Patterns. These particular patterns from the 1930s… Read more ...