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Tutorial: Stretchy knit headband with lace flower embellishment

September 7, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how to make her Janie Headband, a stretchy knit headband with a large lace flower embellishment. It takes just a yard of lace to make the flower, while the body of the headband can… Read more ...

Tutorial: Tuft a throw pillow

September 7, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Elizabeth from OnlineFabricStore.net shows how she used a fabric covered button and heavy duty thread to create a tuft at the center of a throw pillow. Go to the tutorial. [photo from OnlineFabricStore.net blog] [tags]sewing, tutorial, button, tuft,… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew fabric rosette headband in just 20 minutes

September 7, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Larissa from Just Another Day in Paradise shows how to make this pretty fabric headband in just 20 minutes – no sewing required. She covers the headband by wrapping fabric around it, and then creates rosette embellishments from rolled up… Read more ...

Tutorial: Backpack applique for boys

September 7, 2010 by Anne Weaver

If you think applique and embroidery are only for girls’ items, you haven’t seen what Cheri from I Am Momma – Hear Me Roar can do. She shares a tutorial over at I Love to Create showing how to embellish… Read more ...

Tutorial: Art tote with colored pencil pockets

September 7, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Brenda from Therapeutic Crafting guest blogs over at Expect Moore with a tutorial showing how to make this art tote. Kids will love having a special place for their colored pencils and art supplies, and you’ll love having them having… Read more ...

Free pattern: Soft minky fleece sleep mask

September 7, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Prudent Baby shares a free pattern for this sleep mask. They made theirs out of minky fleece fabric for a mask that’s soft, soft, soft against the skin. Get the free pattern. [photo from Prudent Baby] [tags]sewing, tutorial,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Long-stemmed fabric roses

September 7, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Anj from Snowy Bliss shows how to make these lovely long-stemmed fabric roses. They’d be pretty as part of a vintage-y decor, or make a thoughtful gift for a loved one. Go to the tutorial. [photo from Snowy Bliss… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Girl’s skirt with built-in shorts

September 6, 2010 by Anne Weaver

When my daughter first started school, I couldn’t figure out why she didn’t want to wear any of the pretty skirts that were hanging in her closet. It turns out that the child just wanted to play on the monkey… Read more ...

Tutorial: Lavender bag shaped like a purse

September 6, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Nikki from Nicole Mallalieu Design and You Sew, Girl! shows how to make this lavender bag that’s shaped like a purse or luggage piece. What a fun idea!! Go to the tutorial. [photo from You Sew, Girl!] [tags]sewing,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fun fabric acorns for fall decor

September 6, 2010 by Anne Weaver

These fun fabric acorns by Zemphira are far prettier than any acorns you’ll find falling from a tree this autumn. She shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she made them using fabric scraps and real acorn caps. Wouldn’t… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fold-away shopping bag

September 6, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Would you believe that this roomy shopping tote folds up into a small pouch? That way you can keep it in your purse or glove compartment so it’s handy when you need it. Ady from Crafty Ady shows how to… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew Key West Flip Flop makeover

September 6, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Head over to The Mother Huddle to find out how to make over a pair of plain, cheap-o flip flops into these fun Key West Flip Flops with fabric straps. The big fabric flower is soo summer! Go to the … Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy baby blanket for beginner sewists

September 6, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Prudent Baby shows how to make this easy baby blanket, perfect for beginner sewists. The front and the back are each made from a large square of fabric, and the edges are finished with bias binding. Go to the tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrappy snake softie

September 6, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Michelle from Fun on a Dime guest blogs over at Blue Cricket Design with a tutorial for making this scrappy stuffed snake. This is such a fun project for your scrap bin, and the kiddoes will love them! Get the … Read more ...

Tutorial: Tea staining to add vintage charm to a garment

September 6, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Belle from Belle and Burger shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she used tea to dye her sweater. The staining that occurs gives the garment vintage charm, making it appear much older than it actually is. Tea staining… Read more ...