More Sewing Patterns – Page 958

Tutorial: Make a lightweight zippered jacket from a long-sleeved t-shirt

October 23, 2011 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Stefi from Just Chic shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make over a long-sleeved tee into a lightweight zippered jacket. She made hers to wear at the hospital when she’s there to deliver her child, and she… Read more ...

Tutorial: Use elastic thread shirring to define the waist of a top or dress

October 23, 2011 by Anne Weaver 2 Comments

Whimsy Couture shares a tutorial on their blog showing how easy it is to use elastic thread shirring to add definition to the waist of a loose dress or top. You can do this with garments made from scratch, or… Read more ...

Tutorial: Gnome hat for a child

October 23, 2011 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Nicole from Tradewind Tiaras shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a gnome hat for a child. She made hers as party favors for a gnome-themed birthday party (soooo cute!!!), but it would also be a fun… Read more ...

Tutorial: Tufted Sweater Pillow

October 23, 2011 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

You can put an old or hole-y sweater to lovely re-use as a tufted pillow. Not only do they look pretty, they’re quick and inexpnsive to make. Sweet Verbena shows how to do it. Get the tute. [photo from… Read more ...

Tutorial: Pacifier clip

October 22, 2011 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Melanie from The Crafty Cupboard shows how to make a pacifier clip to keep the passie from falling to the ground when it slips out of baby’s hands or mouth. You can make them from pretty ribbon or from scraps… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sweet Sweater Pumpkins

October 22, 2011 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Deb from Hummadeedledee shows how to make her Sweet Sweater Pumpkins, soft fabric pumpkins out of old sweaters. I’m loving the neutral and cream palette of the ones she made for the examples! Get the tute. [photo from Hummadeedledee… Read more ...

Giveaway: Ocean Sunset 6 fat quarter bundle

October 22, 2011 by Anne Weaver 2 Comments

Maureen Cracknell Handmade is hosting a fat quarter bundle giveaway for Pink Castle Fabrics. One of their readers will win their Ocean Sunset custom fat quarter bundle from Pink Castle Fabrics. It includes 6 fat quarters from various designers… Read more ...

Free Sewing pattern: Baby’s Cozy Football Blanket

October 22, 2011 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Jessica from Happy Together shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for making a baby blanket shaped like a football. She made hers out of a soft, snuggly minky, oh my!! This would be soooo cute for a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Boot socks or leg warmers from an old sweater

October 22, 2011 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Lex shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a pair of socks to wear under your tall fitted boots. The long leg warmers are made from a refashioned sweater so they’re warm and snuggly. Get the tutorial… Read more ...

Lookie what she made: Worn-out shoes to fabulous brooch

October 22, 2011 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Jen from Eating my Candy with Pork and Beans guest blogs in the Top-topberfest series at Leafy Treetop Spot with a tutorial showing how to make her Halloween tee. She takes a plain tee and embellishes it with a scrappy… Read more ...

Tutorial: Child’s boxing costume gloves

October 22, 2011 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Marigold from Dreadful Girl and Hideous! Dreadful! Stinky! shows how to make a pair of boxing gloves for a child’s costume. Don’t worry – these aren’t designed to be actual functional real boxing gloves. But they sure do look cute… Read more ...

Tutorial: 30-minute belts

October 21, 2011 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sew4Home shows how to make a new belt in just 30 minutes. Make one from plaid for a fun new accent to your fall wardrobe. Get the tutorial. [photo from Sew4Home]… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Flying High Fleece Jacket with embroidered paper airplanes

October 21, 2011 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shows how to make her Flying High Fleece Jacket. The snuggly warm fleece jacket is embellished with hand-embroidered paper airplane motifs. How cute is that! It was part of her entry into the For the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Felt sunflower embellishment

October 21, 2011 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Emily from Everyday Art shows how to make a lovely felt sunflower with shaped petals and a beaded center. It’s all hand-sewn which means you can easily take this project with you to parks, waiting rooms, or the couch while… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a basic clutch purse

October 21, 2011 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Cheri from I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar shows how to make a basic clutch purse. It’s an easy project that’s well-suited for a beginning sewer. Get the tutorial. [photo from I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar]… Read more ...