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Vively Online shows how to make this simple gathered top for girls. I think these may become a summer wardrobe staple at our house! Get the how-to.
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Find out how to make this swingy summer skirt at Moda Bake Shop. The strips are pieced from a Jelly Roll (precut fabrics). Go to the tutorial.
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Alexis from My Mama Made It shows how to make this sundress using elastic thread for smocking, perfect for summertime. It’s made from t-shirt knit so there’s no need to hem. Get the how-to.
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Char from Crap I’ve Made shows how to make an apron from a dishtowel . The process is quick and easy! If you don’t have a dishtowel, you could also use any piece of fabric with hemmed edges. Find out … Read more ... 
One of the easiest ways to add a personal touch to a garment or accessory is to add a custom iron-on patch or applique. Kellie from Rice Babies shows how she creates the shapes for these appliques. Go to the … Read more ... 
Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how to make these fabric ID tags. Use them on your luggage, on diaper bags, on anything that needs a little bright label. Go to the tutorial.
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This gardening apron will keep all your tools handy when you’re working in the garden. Wiener Dog Tricks shows how to make one. I love the repurposed jeans pockets! Go to the tutorial.
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Sarah Fielke shows how to make a patchwork fabric kite on The Last Piece. A handmade kite like this has way more personality than the plastic dollar store versions. Get the how-to.
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Care from Obsessively Stitching shows how to make a D-ring belt from empty juice pouches. So clever! Go to the tutorial.
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LiEr from ikat bag shows how she makes these bun makers. The wires inside allow you to twist them around your hair for easy summer hair styling.
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Who says monsters are all scary and ugly? This guy is all cuteness!! Find out how to make him with a tutorial by Nina. Get the how-to.
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My Mama Made It shows how to make this super sweet bubble dress for a little girl. Go to the tutorial.
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This hooded blanket is just what your little girl needs to cuddle her baby doll. Sparkle Power! shows how to make one. Get the how-to.
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Gwen from After the Dress shares the latest in her “How Much Fabric?” series, with her table showing how much fabric it takes to make an average dress. Given the wide variety in dress styles, she includes examples of dresses… Read more ... 
Just in time for the 4th of July, Moda Bake Shop shows how to make this patriotic star pillow. Go to the tutorial.
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