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Tutorial: Refashion a too-large tote bag to a purse

September 21, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Dana from MADE lets you ride shotgun as she refashions a too-large tote bag into a smaller purse. The smaller size makes it easier to keep up with the stuff that’s inside. She adds pockets and a zipper for more… Read more ...

Tutorial: Coastal Curtsy Skirt using just one seam

September 21, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Katy from Sew Apropos and No Big Dill shows how to make her Coastal Curtsy skirt. Isn’t it gorgeous? I love the drape at the back! I bet you’ll be surprised to learn that this was sewn with just ONE… Read more ...

Tutorial: Autumn Oak Leaf Wreath

September 21, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Kimara and Michelle from Wee Folk Art share a tutorial at Rhythm of the Home showing how to make this Autumn Oak Leaf Wreath. It’s pieced from fabric with a fall-themed print and a solid fabric stenciled with an oak-leaf… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fall fabric pumpkin

September 21, 2010 by Anne Weaver

The Cottage Mama shares a tutorial on her blog, The Cottage Home, showing how to make these fabric pumpkins. She used upholstery samples to make hers. What a great idea! The heavy fabric is a perfect pairing for this fall-themed… Read more ...

Tutorial: Cowl scarf from an old sweater

September 20, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Sachiko from Tea Rose Home shares a tutorial at Rhythm of the Home showing how to turn an old sweater in a pretty new cowl scarf. Go to the tutorial. [photo from Rhythm of the Home]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Snow White costume for cold weather

September 20, 2010 by Anne Weaver

It never fails that the weather turns off cold just in time for Halloween. While it helps set the mood for Halloween, the colder temps generally mean that trick or treat costumes get covered up with a sweater or jacket. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a strappy romper for baby

September 20, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Naptime Crafters shares a free pattern and tutorial for this sweet little strappy romper. SO cute! The pattern is the size of her 7 month old baby, but could be adapted larger or smaller. Go to the free pattern and … Read more ...

Tutorial: 2-in-1 stroller bag and messenger bag

September 20, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial for a clever 2-in-1 stroller bag and mesesnger bag. The roomy, boxy bag snaps around the handles of your stroller keeping your essentials right where you need them while pushing… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sturdy denim tote bag with leather handles

September 20, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Pascale from //Between the Lines// shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this sturdy denim tote bag. Heavy fabric and leather handles make this a heavy-duty bag, while French seams keep the interior free from raw edges. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Firewood tote

September 20, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Laura Wilson from Wilsons Etsy Store shares a tutorial at Whip Up showing how to make this firewood tote, just in time for the cooler fall weather. Get the how-to. [photo from Whip Up]… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Girl’s pillowcase shirt from three fat quarters

September 20, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Melissa Mortenson from May & Mae and The Polka Dot Chair guest blogs in the Inspire to Create series at Sew Chic & Unique with a tutorial showing how to make this pillowcase shirt sized for a school-aged girl. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Monogrammed trick or treat tote bag

September 20, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Whitney and Alish from Sisters’ Stuff guest blog over at Eighteen 25 with a tutorial showing how to make these cute monogrammed trick or treat bags for Halloween. They start with a premade canvas tote from a craft store, so… Read more ...

Tutorial: Replace a broken front fly zipper

September 19, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Jennifer Stern from J. Stern Designs shows how to replace a broken front fly zipper in a pair of pants. Find out how to do it. [photo from J. Stern Designs]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a twist & tie halter dress from a long skirt

September 19, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Meream from Thimble Cap and Bored & Crafty shows how she turned a long gypsy skirt into a halter dress. She loved the skirt but it was too long. She cut some length off of the bottom and used that… Read more ...

Tutorial: “Seize the Day” fabric coasters

September 19, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Saltwater Kids shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to make these “Seize the Day” coasters. The pretty quilted coasters feature the words “Carpe Diem” stamped in fabric ink at the bottom, a perfect phrase to accompany your morning… Read more ...