Sewing Patterns – Page 1263

Free pattern: Sew a fabric ball toy for little hands

April 2, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Kathy from Finding My Way shares a free pattern and tutorial for this fabric ball toy. The wedge shapes are perfect for little hands, and the bright colors and patterns are exciting for developing minds. Go to the tutorial. … Read more ...

Sewing Pattern : Velcro necktie for little boys

April 2, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Kirstin & Jordan from kojodesigns share a tutorial on their blog for making this Velcro necktie for little boys. This is a quick sewing project, so you still have time to get one sewn up in time for Easter Sunday. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric pencil cup for your desk

April 1, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Sew4Home continues their French Desk Set series with a tutorial showing how to create a fabric pencil cup. It’s actually a recycled aluminum can with a pretty fabric wrapping. Get the how-to. [photo from Sew4Home] [tags]sewing, tutorial, pencil,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Custom-fit reversible coat

April 1, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Instructables member analogcatastrophe shares a tutorial for drafting and sewing a custom-fit reversible coat. Get the how-to. [photo from analogcatastrophe on Instructables] [via The How-To Gal] [tags]sewing, tutorial, custom, draft, reversible, coat, jacket[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Matchbook Needle Keeper

April 1, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Calli from Make It Do shows how to make a quick & easy needle book. It’s made from cardstock folded up like a matchbookk, but instead of matches inside you’ll find a place to put a handful of needles. Brilliant!! … Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew vintage throw pillow covers

April 1, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Heather from Simply Feather shows how to make these square throw pillow covers from vintage bed pillows – no sewing required!! This is such an easy way to add some “pop” to your spring decor, you’ll be adding fun new… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Pleated throw pillow

April 1, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a throw pillow with pleated fabric detail. The pleats add texture to a plain solid fabric. Go to the tutorial. [photo from… Read more ...

Cool idea: Frumpy shoe revamp

April 1, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Laurel from Dart and Gather created a new look for a pair of “old lady shoes” with a simple addition. She made flowers using this tutorial from Made by Lex and glued them down as embellishments. Instant style! Read more … Read more ...

Tutorial: Earflap beanie for toddler girls and boys

April 1, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Kristin from Lu Bird Baby shares a tutorial on her blog for making these sweet little earflap beanies. You can easily adapt the pattern to be appropriate for either a little girl or a little boy. Go to the tutorial… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Shirred sundress with pom pom fringe straps

April 1, 2010 by Anne Weaver

In my studio I have a box full of vintage pom pom (dingleberry) fringe just waiting for a project. So I was excited when I saw this tutorial at Prudent Baby for a shirred sundress with – get this –… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial links for the mommy-to-be

March 31, 2010 by Anne Weaver

If you’ve been shopping for maternity clothes lately, you know that they tend to be expensive and not made well. Luckily, you can make most of your maternity wear yourself. Luvinthemommyhood shares a tutorial roundup just for the mommies-to-be. Go … Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Longish cut-off jean shorts with rolled cuffs

March 31, 2010 by Anne Weaver

I bet you’re wondering why one would need a tutorial to make cut-off jean shorts. After all, you just cut ’em and roll the edges up, right? Wrong. The tapered legs of jeans would make the cuff smaller around than… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Make an adult-sized bean bag chair

March 31, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Joanna from Stardust Shoes shares a tutorial at Making It Fun for this bean bag chair. It’s sized for adults, so it’s not just the kids having all of the lounge-y fun. Go to the tutorial. [photo from Making… Read more ...

Tutorial: Cutting Cookies reversible kids’ apron

March 31, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Rachel Measham-Pywell from Four Wise Monkeys shares a tutorial over at Quilt Fabric Delights Creative for making her Cutting Cookies reversible apron. It’s sized for a child and uses cookie cutters for the template for the shapes appliqued on the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffle neck tee and headband from a turtleneck

March 31, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Mariska from No Time To Be Bored shows how to refashion a long-sleeved turtleneck into a short-sleeved top with ruffle detail around the neck. As a bonus, you can use the leftover turtleneck band to make a matching headband. Brilliant!… Read more ...