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Tips for sewing on stretch velvet

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Tips for sewing on stretch velvetLike many of the 90s fashion trends, stretch velvet is back and it’s back BIG.  T-shirts, dresses, anything is trendy when made from the magic fabric.  The soft lush texture of the fabric can present some challenges when you sew. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Upcycled t-shirt leotards

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Have a child in dance or gymastics?  Practice gear can be expensive!  Tosha from Create Kids Couture shows how you can create one of a kind leotards for little girls from upcycled t-shirts.  The mix of color and pattern and… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Girls raglan shirt

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Tutorial and pattern: Girls raglan shirt #sewing A basic raglan sleeve t-shirt is a must when sewing for kids.  The style is easy to sew and allows for fun color combos and fabric print mixing.  Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy raccoon costume

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Tutorial: Easy raccoon costumeShauna from Shwin & Shwin shows how she made these adorable raccoon costumes for her daughters.  Look at that fluffy racooon tail!  She made the matching tops and pants, and kept them un-costume-ified so they can be worn as everyday… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Breezy tunic top

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Tutorial and pattern: Breezy tunic topThe Breezy Tunic by Autumn from It’s Always Autumn is the perfect top to layer of leggings!  She’s got a tutorial showing how to make one using her free Breezy Tee pattern.  Her tutorial shows how to adapt the t-shirt… Read more ...