More Sewing Patterns – Page 1382

Tutorial: Turn a sweater vest into a dirndl

March 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Look at what Hannah from knick knacks & ric rac did with a thrifted sweater vest. She turned it into a dirndl! Brilliant!! And if that’s not enough, she gives a tutorial to show you how it’s done. Get the … Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a jacket for your little canine Dog friend

March 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Just because your she has a fur coat doesn’t mean that she doesn’t need an extra layer of warmth now and then. Your little doggie will know you love her with this handmade jacket. Find out how to make one… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a zakka pincushion for your wrist

March 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Keep your sewig pins right at hand with this pincushion that you wear on your wrist. Find out how to make one from The Storque. Get the tute. [tags]sewing, tutorial, pincushion, wrist[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Hot pads to keep your hands cool

March 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Just because hot pads are functional doesn’t mean they need to be tacky. Take these hot pads designed by The Sometimes Crafter, for instance. The reverse applique shapes show off the contrasting fabric layered behind. Want to know how to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffle skirt from a pair of jeans

March 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

applehead shows how to make a ruffle skirt using an old pair of jeans. She uses the top of the jeans as the top of the skirt, and then attaches several ruffled tiers of lightweight fabric. So simple, so cute! … Read more ...

Tutorial: Small boxy zippered pouch

March 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

three bears shows how to make one of these small boxy pouches. At 4.5 inches long, 3 inches high and 2 inches deep, these squarish bags are perfect for small bulky objects like nail polish or lipsticks. Get the tute!… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Brown baggin’ it in felt

March 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This lunch is zero-calorie, zero-fat-gram and jam-packed with fun! Skip to My Lou shows how to make this entire sack lunch from craft felt. A “paper” bag, sandwich, chips, and dessert are included. I love the stitching on the potato… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple gathered skirt for little girls

March 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Two Little Banshees posts a tutorial to make this simple gathered skirt. She sized this for a 2-year-old, but you can easily adjust the size up or down for an older or younger child. Pair this with a simple tank… Read more ...

Cool idea: Tank top to sleeveless cardigan

March 9, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Technically, there’s no sewing in this project. But, it does involve cutting fabric and it really is such a cool idea. Mollie at Wild Olive wanted a sleeveless cardigan, and looked to her existing clothing as a source. She simply… Read more ...

Tutorial: Delicate organza flowers

March 9, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

I think I let out a little gasp when I saw this project. These organza flowers are dreamy!! Use them as an embellishment on your clothes, or put a handful in a bowl for an elegant table decoration. Tresa shows how… Read more ...

Tutorial: DIY iPhone Cover

March 9, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

I’m not lucky enough to own an iPhone. But if I did, I’d make sure that I carried it in style. Sewtakeahike posts a tutorial to make a DIY iPhone cover. Get the tute, and make one for yourself! [tags]sewing,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Take the bunches out of your collar points

March 9, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

If you’re having a hard time getting a clean point on your collar, the problem may be the pattern. Off the Cuff posts a tutorial showing how to alter the collar pattern to create more room in the point. Get … Read more ...

Free softie pattern: Hamie the Hedgehog

March 9, 2009 by Anne Weaver 3 Comments

Look at this little hedgehog created by Lollychops! This little guy is named Hamie – Hamie the hedgehog. I love the turquoise felt. She used a Sizzix die cut machine to cut all the little petal shapes for the back… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Convert a maternity tee to a nursing tee

March 8, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Maternity shirts serve a great purpose when your tummy is big with little baby growing inside, but what about after the baby is here? Vegbee at Just Tutes shows how she turned a maternity shirt into a wrap tee, which… Read more ...

Sew a soft superhero mask

March 8, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Se7en posts about the felt masks her child made. I think they look like superhero masks. Find out more about this fun project. (You’ll need to scroll down a ways.) [via The Crafty Crow] [tags]sewing, costume, masks, felt,… Read more ...