DIY sewing tutorial: Mermaid t-shirt dress

You can sew this adorable mermaid dress with just 2 easy seams! Heather from Heather Handmade has a DIY sewing tutorial showing how. She makes it super easy by starting with a purchased t-shirt, then adding the pretty mermaid inspired skirt. The circle skirt is loose enough so it’s easy to play in, but it has the shimmer that little mermaids love! Go to Heather Handmade to see how you can make this cute dress.

[photo from Heather Handmade]

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!