Sewing Patterns – Page 989

Tutorial: Flower pincushion bouquet

October 19, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how to make a fabric flower pincushion. They’re made on a silk flower stem so you can put them in a vase just like real (or silk) flowers. They’re pretty individually or grouped together… Read more ...

Tutorial: Clever fix for a saggy baggy blouse

October 19, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Suzannah from Adventures in Dressmaking and Creative Dressmaking shows how she adjusted the fit of a silk blouse to remove the saggy-bagginess. Her armhole adjustment is a clever fix. Get the tutorial to see how she did it. [photo from… Read more ...

Tutorial: Framed spool holder from inexpensive materials

October 19, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Sarah from SewKnits shows how to make a framed spool holder out of inexpensive materials. It’s made from a picture frame, so it hangs easily on your wall. A bit of paint and some decorative paper make it pretty. Get … Read more ...

Tutorial: Add layered long sleeves to a short-sleeved tee

October 19, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Jen from My Own Road shows how to make a long-sleeved layered tee for winter out of summer’s short-sleeved shirts. Great idea!! This easy addition extends the life of a child’s favorite shirt for another season. Get the tutorial.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Candle Holder Pincushion

October 18, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Sara from Craft Snob shows how to make a pretty little pincushion using a tealight candle holder as a base. The clear glass base holds a bright ball of fabric, like a scoop of yummy ice cream in a glass… Read more ...

Free pattern: Circles from 1″ to 58″ diameter

October 18, 2011 by Anne Weaver

When a sewing project calls for cutting a perfect circle, do you find yourself raiding your kitchen cabinets looking for a glass or a plate or ANY round item to trace around? And do you find yourself cursing the diameter… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy bow headband

October 18, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Kitty from A Law Student’s Journey blogs at Riley Blake’s Cutting Corners with a tutorial showing how to make her easy Bow Headband. A plastic headband is wrapped with fabric and embellished with a large fabric bow. Cute! Get the … Read more ...

Free pattern: Baby Boy Button Up Shirt

October 18, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shares a free pattern and tutorial for making her Baby Boy Button Up. The itty-bitty button up shirt was part of entry in the Boys! challenge (Week 3) in Project Run & Play. The… Read more ...

Tutorial: Mod glittery peacock tee

October 18, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Cheri from I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar blogs at iLoveToCreate, showing how she made this glitter-awesome peacock t-shirt for her niece. I love the mod shape of the peacock feathers! The teardrop shapes are cut from glittered heat… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple Trick or Treat bag

October 18, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Julie from Boulder Moms Connect shows how to make a simple Trick or Treat bag. A bit of stenciling personalizes the bag. The fabric bag can be used year after year and is a great alternative to the cheap-o plastic… Read more ...

Tutorial: I Love You Mostest pocket pillow

October 18, 2011 by Anne Weaver

The Crafting Fiend shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her I Love You Mostest pillow. She made this pillow for her baby girl, and it has a pair of pockets on the front to hold a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Mario and Luigi costumes

October 18, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Maggie from Smashed Peas and Carrots shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she made Mario and Luigi costumes for her kids’ Halloween costumes. They turned out so cute, and I love that they go together!! Get the tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Boy’s embellished tee

October 17, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Embellished t-shirt aren’t just for girls. Tricia from Leafy Treetop Shop and Leafy Treetop Spot shows how she took a plain t-shirt and embellished it up for her son. The project is part of her Toptoberfest series. Get the tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Travel diaper changing mat

October 17, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Nicole Mallalieu guest blogs at Whip Up with a downloadable PDF tutorial for making a travel diaper changing mat. The soft fabric mat is made from a layerof quilting cotton (cuteness) and a layer of toweling or chenille (softness and… Read more ...

Tutorial: Candy corn tie-dyed onesie

October 17, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Head over to The Swell Life to find out how to make this cute candy corn onesie. It’s made from a plain white onesie and fabric dye. Get the tute. [photo from The Swell Life] Looking for Tie… Read more ...