Sewing

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Sewing Pattern: Sewing lace insets

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Melissa from Melly Sews and Blank Slate Patterns shows how you can add lace insets when you make your own clothing.  They’re easy to sew, especially if you’re sewing them into knit fabric which won’t fray, and they’re a pretty… Read more ...

Tutorial: 3 tiered skirt

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Here’s a pretty skirt you can make for your daughter or for yourself!  Joann from Craft Passion shares a tutorial for making this 3 tiered skirt.   You can make it in any size based on waist measurement and desired skirt… Read more ...

Free pattern: Girls cowl neck top

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Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom created this cowl neck top for her daughter.  She’s got a free pattern and a tutorial on her blog.  The tunic length is perfect to wear with leggings, and the cowl neck… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ghost costume mittens

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Denise from DIY Crush shares a free pattern for making these felt ghost mittens.  They’re a fun way to dress up for Halloween without donning  a full costume.  They’re easily made from craft felt with just one seam per mitten.  … Read more ...

Video tutorial: Post mastectomy camisole

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Melissa from Melly Sews and Blank Slate Patterns shares a video showing how you can sew a camisole designed for women to wear post mastectomy surgery.  Women recovering from a mastectomy can’t lift their arms for several weeks, which can… Read more ...

Free pattern: Loose fit kimono top

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Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free sewing pattern for this loose fit kimono top.  It’s suitable for casual or professional wear, depending on fabric choice and styling.  Her free pattern comes in women’s sizes XS (bust 34″) to… Read more ...