Knotted mermaid tail baby gown
Oh, I am loving this mermaid tail baby gown! The design is so smart and so cute! A simple knot at the bottom makes a mermaid tail shape. Kate from See Kate Sew shares a free pattern for making one. … Read more ...
Tutorial: DIY armband flashlight
This armband flashlight would be so much fun for the kids, especially this 4th of July weekend as they’re waiting on the fireworks to start! Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can make one. It’s made from stretch… Read more ...
Sewing Pattern: Braided back American flag tank
Anne from WobiSobi shows how you can create this braided back flag tank out of a plain white t-shirt. The flag design is made with fabric paint and stencils, and the open braided back and fringe with some clever cutting… Read more ...
Tutorial: Kimono top for summer layering
This kimono jacket is perfect for summer time layering! Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shares a tutorial showing how you can sew one up. The simple jacket is a fun way to use a sheer print.
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Tutorial: Easy color blocked pillowcases
Lisa from We Are Scout shares a tutorial at Craft Tuts+ showing how you can make these wonderful color blocked pillowcases. The color blocking adds an unexpected punch of color. They are easy to sew and can be made in… Read more ... Free pattern: Preschool art smock
Art is messy, espeically when made by young hands. But don’t let that stop you from letting them do their art! Christina from The DIY Mommy shares a free pattern to make an art smock so your preschooler’s art doesn’t… Read more ...
Tutorial: Sew an awesome rope tote
You can sew an amazing rope tote like this one on your sewing machine! Petro from Creative Homemaking shares a tutorial showing how to do it. It would make an awesome pool bag or picnic tote, don’t you think?
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Tutorial: No-sew American flag table runner
Amy from The Idea Room shows how you can make this American flag table runner – with no sewing required. The design looks like a stitched flag, but it’s made with paint and stencil. So easy and so festive!
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Where to find swimwear fabric & supplies online
The hardest part of sewing swimwear is just sourcing your supplies. You can probably buy some of it locally, but you’ll probably need to check online sources to find everything you need. Heather from Closet Case Files has collected up… Read more ...
Tutorial: Frayed edge picnic blanket
The frayed edges of this picnic blanket gives it an aged and timeless charm. Roxanne from PenSeb & Rox shows how you can make one. She used an old tablecloth and some denim from her stash, but you can make… Read more ...
Sewing Pattern: Easy fringe neck detail for t-shirts and dresses
Oh, I am loving the fringe on these 4th of July dresses! Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a tutorial showing how to add that detail to a dress or t-shirt. It’s just a few extra steps added to finishing… Read more ...
Sewing Tutorial: Magical tooth fairy pillow
Cheryl from Sew Can Do shows how you can make a magical tooth fairy pillow. The pillow itself is a simple tooth shape with a pocket on the back. She used an embroidery machine to add the fairy design to… Read more ...
Sewing Pattern: Sewing sweater knits
Make a sweater in a day, without knitting or crocheting a stitch? Yes, you can do it with sweater knit fabric and a sewing machine. Sweater knit fabric is quite different from woven fabrics – and also different from t-shirt… Read more ...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Cute apron with a flounce hem
Amber from Crazy Little Projects shows how you can sew a cute apron with a flounce ruffle at the hem. Her instructions give the dimensions to cut to make an adult size, but you could easily size it down to… Read more ...
Tutorial: Pool tote bag
Holly from Bits of Everything shows how you can make a pool bag to carry your towels and sunscreen and other pool necessities. The bag has a roomy inside, and also pockets all the way around to hold smaller items. … Read more ...