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Tutorial: This drawstring bag is “easy as a cinch”

June 6, 2009 by Anne Weaver

easyasacinchMaking this drawstring bag is a cinch if you follow the tutorial by Make It and Love It.  If you know someone who is wanting to learn how to sew, this “easy as a cinch” bag is a perfect… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sleek laptop sleeve

May 25, 2009 by Anne Weaver

laptopsleeve_franssonElizabeth from Oh, Fransson! shares a tutorial on Sew, Mama, Sew! for making this sleek laptop sleeve.  Go to the tutorial. [tags]sewing, tutorial, laptop, sleeve, bag, case[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a retro owl case for your sunglasses

May 21, 2009 by Anne Weaver

retroowlsunglesscaseCheck out this sweet retro owl sunglass case by peptogirl.  With a case this unique, you’ll never misplace your sunglasses again.  Get the tutorial.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Diaper clutch from a placemat

May 21, 2009 by Anne Weaver

diaperclutchplacemat Cut Out + Keep user Gretchen F. shares a tutorial for making a diaper clutch from a placemat.  Get the how-to.    … Read more ...

Tutorial: Tea clutch from The Object Project

May 19, 2009 by Anne Weaver

teaclutchLeigh Ann from The Object Project shares a tutorial for a most unique clutch.  For the surface embellishment, she folded fabric circles.  She used a tea cup saucer as a template for the circles, thus the name, “Tea Clutch.”  Get … Read more ...

Lookie what she made: Backpack from overalls!

May 19, 2009 by Anne Weaver

overallbackpackI love this refashion project that Jenny posted over at Wardrobe Refashion.  She repurposed a pair of overalls that her son had outgrown and a knit turtleneck into a very cool backpack.  Check out the straps – they’re the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Messenger bag with zipper closure

May 18, 2009 by Anne Weaver

ziptopmessengerHeart of Mary shares a tutorial for making this messenger bag.  The top has a zipper closure to keep the contents from falling out.  Go to the tutorial. [via Picking Up Threads] [tags]sewing, tutorial, bag, purse, messenger, zipper[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Pencil clutch with button closure

May 9, 2009 by Anne Weaver

pencilclutchIf you never seem to be able to lay your hands on a pencil when you need one, then this free pattern is for you.  Craft Leftovers shares a free pattern for a pencil clutch.  You can make on in… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy laptop sleeve from felt

May 8, 2009 by Anne Weaver

laptopsleeveInstructables member knarx shares instructions for making a laptop sleeve from felt.  Though a simple project, the end result is surprisingly sophisticated.  Get the how-to. [via Craftzine] [tags]sewing, tutorial, laptop, sleeve, case, felt[/tags]… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Swim bags with from beach towels

May 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

theidearoomdrawstringtowelbackpack-199x300The Idea Room shares a pair of tutorials for making swim bags from beach towels.  Share shares instructions for a drawstring backpack and a sling bag.  When she made them, she purchased two towels: one to sew into the bag… Read more ...

Tutorial: Drawstring backpack

May 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver

drawstring_backpack_25-300x200Chica and Jo post a tutorial for making a simple drawstring backpack.  Get the tutorial. [tags]sewing, tutorial, drawstring, bag, backpack[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a coupon clutch

May 2, 2009 by Anne Weaver

couponclutchIt seems everybody is clipping coupons these days.  Do it in style with this coupon clutch by the object project.  The simple pouch with elastic closure will keep all your coupons in one spot.  Get the tutorial. [tags]sewing, tutorial,… Read more ...

Lookie what she made: It’s a fish! It’s a purse! It’s a fish-purse!

April 23, 2009 by Anne Weaver

fishclutchframepurseJoanne from Craft Passion made this fish frame clutch purse.    I love the gathered fabric detailing for the fin, and how the top of the fish is formed by the curve of the frame.  Read more about her fish purse … Read more ...

Tutorial: Laptop sleeve from a dress shirt

April 22, 2009 by Anne Weaver

shirtlaptopsleeveChances are, you have at least one shirt in your wardrobe that isn’t being worn.  Find out how to repurpose it into a laptop sleeve from The Crafty Chica.  Get the tutorial. [tags]sewing, tutorial, recycle, laptop, sleeve, shirt[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a sleepover ensemble

April 14, 2009 by Anne Weaver

sleepoverensemble
Marcus Fabrics shares a free pattern for making a sleepover ensemble, including a sleep mask, a drawstring backpack, and a quillow (blanket that folds into a pillow).  Get the how-to. [via FabTalk] [tags]sewing, tutorial, sleepover, ensemble, mask, blanket,… Read more ...
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