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Sewing Pattern: Ruffled baby dress lined in soft knit fabric

January 30, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Kirstin & Jordan from KojoDesigns share a tutorial on their blog showing how to make this beautiful baby dress with rows and rows of ruffles on the skirt. Though the ruffles are super fancy, it’s made to be comfortable on… Read more ...

Lookie what she made: No-sew felt Littlest Pet Shop playmat

January 30, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Kimbo from A Girl and a Glue Gun shows off the felt playmat she made for her daughter’s Littlest Pet Shop figures. It has a pond area, a farm area, a pond area, and roads connecting them. What more could… Read more ...

Tutorial: Padded glasses case with flex frame opening

January 29, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Ady from Crafty Ady shows how to make a glasses case with a flex frame opening. The case is lined and padded for extra protection for your glasses. Go to the tutorial. [photo from Crafty Ady]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Conversation hearts Valentine’s garland

January 29, 2011 by Anne Weaver

It’s not Valentine’s Day without conversation hearts, and Vanessa from Punkin Patterns shows how to make a super cute garland from felt versions of the popular candy. Get the tutorial. [photo from Punkin Patterns] Check out these sewing… Read more ...

Tutorial: Remote control organizer

January 29, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Kirsty from You Had Me At Bonjour shows how to make a hanging organizer to keep all of your remotes happy and together and in one spot. She made hers with four pockets at the bottom for her larger remotes… Read more ...

Tutorial: Pieced tablecloth

January 29, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Jessica fromSew Homegrown shows how she created a new tablecloth for spring. Instead of sticking with just one print, she pieced several together to create a more eclectic look. Piecing it also means that you don’t have to stick… Read more ...

Free pattern: Fluffy*Stuffy Bunny

January 29, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Jenny B Harris from All Sorts shares a free pattern for her Fluffy*Stuffy Bunny. This sweet little bunny is made from a soft fleece fabric and wears a pretty dress. I’m loving her little heart nose and the scalloped collar… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make new insoles for your shoes in pretty fabric prints

January 29, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Kathleen from Grosgrain shows how make a used pair of shoes fabulous with the addition of a new insole. A new insole made of a kicky fabric print. Love, love!! This is making me want to go find a pair… Read more ...

Tutorial: Rockin’ Boy (or girl) Slippers

January 29, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Vivian from Craft with Confidence shows how to make her Rockin’ Boy Slippers. Foam in the soles make them soft and cushy, and a bit of elastic at the heels helps them stay on. But don’t let the name fool… Read more ...

Free pattern: Bullfinch scrap fabric ornament

January 29, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Head over to Sew, Mama, Sew! for a free pattern for making this little bullfinch ornament made from bits and pieces of scrap fabric. It’s an excerpt from the book Scandinavian Stitches by Kajsa Wikman. Go to the free pattern.… Read more ...

Tutorial: What bias tape is, and how to make it yourself

January 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver

I like to think of bias tape as my little magic sewing friend (or maybe my secret weapon?). It finishes off the edges of my fabric so cleanly, and when made from contrasting colors or prints it gives a little… Read more ...

Tutorial: Handkerchief or bandana skirt for little girls

January 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Malory from Snips & Spice shows how to make a little girls’ skirt from a pair of handkerchiefs or bandanas. The overlapped squares make pretty points on the skirt. And because the handkerchiefs are already hemmed, it’s a quick and… Read more ...

Free pattern: Vintage spats for your shoes

January 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Bramcost Publications shares a free vintage pattern for making a pair of spats. Think of them as slipcovers for your shoes. The pattern calls for buckles, but you could substitute Velcro to simplify the project. Get the tutorial. [photo… Read more ...

Tutorial: Folded fabric Japanese cranes

January 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Katy from Sew Apropos and No Big Dill shows how to make a fabric version of an origami paper crane. She uses the folded fabric Japanese cranes to make one-of-a-kind hair accessories for her daughter. Love! Get the tutorial.… Read more ...

Free pattern: Sweet soft dollie

January 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Nicole from 60 Piggies guest blogs at Red Ted Art’s Blog with a free pattern and tutorial for making this sweet soft dollie. I’m loving those rosy red cheeks, and the little pointy hat she wears! Get the pattern.… Read more ...