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Crafty Couple shows how to make a diaper bag with loads of pockets – side pockets for sippie cups, and interior pockets for diapers and wipes and all the other stuff you need to carry. A large flap folds over… Read more ... 
Cindy from Cation Designs shows how she created this gorgeous vintage-inspired dress with a stretch lace top and a gathered chiffon skirt. The look is pure romance – it would be lovely to wear on a Valentine’s date!! The design… Read more ... 
Ching from LARK Handmade and Intergalactic! Galactic! Galactic! shares a template and tutorial on her blog for making your own honeycomb print on a fabric. She gets the crisp clean edges by using a freezer paper stencil method. She lives… Read more ... 
Jessica from Running With Scissors shares a tutorial at Project Run and Play showing how to make an exposed zipper pocket. She used this detail when making her little boy’s Bomber Squadron Jacket that was part of her entry into… Read more ... 
Jenya from Gold Antlers and Eva Foreva created this fabulous leather bag to carry her essentials when she doesn’t feel like lugging around her big purse. The construction is simple – just two rectangles and drawstring rope handles – but… Read more ... 
Sew4Home has the how-t0 for making dust covers for your clothes hangers. They fit over the shoulders of your garments and protect them from dust while they’re hanging out in your closet. Get the tute.
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The Salty Pineapple shows how you can make your own jumpropes. She found the rope at a discount hardware store, and then covered the ends with wool felt that she cut and stitched in fun shapes. I love this idea! … Read more ... 
Laura Bray from Katydiddy shares a tutorial at Buttons Galore & More showing how to make this cute Valentine’s Day countdown calendar. It’s made from felt, but a hearts to button on as each day passes. It’s a fun way… Read more ... 
When you have a tall slim child, it can be difficult to find pants to fit in the waist without being waaay too short. Adjustable waists in jeans are a huge help, but finding a pair of leggings can be… Read more ... 
Jessica from Sew Homegrown shows how to make this gorgeous fluffy flower hair clip, inspired by a similar hair accessory by Anthropologie. Made of silk, the Anthro version costs $47. She made her version from materials she had on hand,… Read more ... 
Heidi from HoneyBear Laneshares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make apron skirt for a sweet baby girl. The gathered skirt has an easy elastic waistband, with an extra bit of fabric sewn in for an apron. … Read more ... 
Head over to Whip Up to find out how to make a Button-Up Cup Cosy. The fabric sleeve fits around a favorite mug to protect your hands while you’re sipping a cup of hot coffee or cocoa. They’d make nice… Read more ... 
You can buy pattern weights at the fabric store, but it’s so easy to make them yourself. And cheaper, too. Stephanie from The Petite Sewist shows how she made her own pattern weights using heavy hardware washers and scrap fabric. … Read more ... 
When I saw the Freshly Picked Baby Hats over at Delia Creates, I let out a squeal of delight. How could I not? They’re just so CUTE. There are three versions – an apple, a strawberry, and a pineapple. Even… Read more ... 
Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Shaggy Heart Dress with matching knee-pad leggings. The large ruffled heart embellishment on the little girl’s dress reminds me of a fancy … Read more ... 
