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Tutorial: Short-sleeved ruffle blouse from long-sleeved safari shirt

April 4, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Bethany from Craftopia shows how she made this short-sleeved blouse that she loves so much out of a long-sleeved safari shirt that she DIDN’T love so much.  The ruffle strips add a feminine element to the blouse.  Go to the … Read more ...

Cool idea: Frumpy shoe revamp

April 1, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Laurel from Dart and Gather created a new look for a pair of “old lady shoes” with a simple addition.  She made flowers using this tutorial from Made by Lex and glued them down as embellishments.  Instant style!  Read more … Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffle neck tee and headband from a turtleneck

March 31, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Mariska from  No Time To Be Bored shows how to refashion a long-sleeved turtleneck into a short-sleeved top with ruffle detail around the neck.  As a bonus, you can use the leftover turtleneck band to make a matching headband.  Brilliant!… Read more ...

Tutorial: Reusable sandwich bag from an old pair of pants

March 25, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Anna from Noodlehead shows how to make a reusable sandwich bag out of an old pair of pants.  The back pocket of the pants becomes a place to stash a sweet note or an extra treat.  Brilliant!  Get the how-to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easter bunny tote from an old pair of sweatpants

March 22, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Chica and Jo show how to make an Easter bunny tote  from an old pair of sweatpants.  I love this! The long handles of the tote mimic the shape of bunny ears, and a simple circle appliqued to the body… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Make a maternity skirt

March 21, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Georgeina shows how to make a maternity skirt out of a regular skirt that was headed to the thrift store.  The original was too tight, but when she was refashioning it to maternity she was also able to adjust to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Transform a 70’s shirt dress into retro chic

March 20, 2010 by Anne Weaver

The How-To Gal shows how she transformed an outdated, shapeless thrift store dress into a sophisticated dress with up-to-the-minute style.  If I didn’t know better, I’d think she got this dress from an exclusive indie boutique.  Go to the tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a water bottle sling from a pair of cargo pants

March 20, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Betz White shares a tutorial over at Petite Purls showing how to make a water bottle sling from a pair of cargo pants.  Well, actually just one leg of a pair of cargo pants.  That means each pair will yield… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a tie-dye t-shirt dress

March 19, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Rachel from Holy Craft saw a cute dress for her daughter at the department store and realized she could make one herself.  She took two t-shirts, tie-dyed one of them, and then patched them together to make one fabulous tie-dyed… Read more ...

Tutorial: Update a plain tee by adding a bow

March 18, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Cheri from I Am Momma Hear Me Roar uses a scrap of fabric, a button, and a length of crocheted trim to dress up a plain tee.  I love the asymmetry of the bow on just one shoulder!  Go to … Read more ...

Tutorial: One new appliqued t-shirt from two old tees

March 17, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Naomi from Omi Creates tells how to make a new shirt out of two old tees.  If you’re careful with the placement of your pattern pieces, you won’t have to hem the bottom of the shirt or the sleeves. YAY! … Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffle t-shirt refashion

March 15, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Disney from Ruffles and Stuff shows how to turn a plain long-sleeved tee into a short-sleeved tee with a ruffled button placket down the front. Okay, so the buttons aren’t functional, but they sure are decorative, no?  Go to the … Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Pin-up girl shorts from a pair of trousers

March 12, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Lily from The House of Mirth made these flirty pin-up girl style shorts out of a pair of men’s business trousers.  Who knew pleated front pants could be made so sexy?  I’m lovin’ those scallops cut into the fronts!! If… Read more ...

Lookie what she made: Bucket hat from old jeans

March 11, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Lookie at the bucket hat that Evyline Alexandra from Petite Crafterella’s Wardrobe made from an old pair of jeans plus a fat quarter for the lining.  My favorite part is the repurposed diamante trim.  She cut them from the back… Read more ...

Free pattern: Strappy top for a Groovy Girl

March 8, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Last week I showed how to make an A-line skirt for a Groovy Girl.  Now let’s make the strappy top to match. This little top is a quick sew and can be made out of smallish scraps of fabric.  Dig… Read more ...
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