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Tutorial: Fancy lacy “Ladylike skirt” for little girls

June 21, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Disney from Ruffles and Stuff participates in Crafterhours’ Skirt Week with a tutorial showing how to make this fancy lacy “Ladylike” skirt for little girls. I love the soft romantic colors in her example! Go to the tutorial. [photo… Read more ...

Tutorial: Toddler’s pillowcase dress from two fat quarters

June 21, 2010 by Anne Weaver

The classic pillowcase dress doesn’t have to be made from pillowcases. You can make a toddler-sized pillowcase dress from a pair of fat quarters. Aubrey from Mauby’s Fabric shares a tutorial on her blog showing how. Grab up a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Beginner’s Bias Tape Bag

June 21, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Jaime from Prudent Baby shows how to make her Beginner’s Bias Tape Bag. This reversible fabric purse is quick and easy to make, perfect for a beginning sewist – or an expert sewist who wants a quick project. She… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a toddler-sized bib from a handtowel

June 20, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Autie from mAde by Autie shows how to make this toddler-sized bib. This is such a practical bib! The large size and the sleeves provide amply coverage for the inevitable food spills, while the toweling is a thick and absorbant… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a nursing cover for discrete breastfeeding

June 20, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Head over to our sister site CraftBits for a tutorial showing how to make a breastfeeding/nursing cover. A fabric cover like this allows a new mother to breastfeed her baby while still maintaining her modesty. Make it from a breathable… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy shirred summer skirt

June 20, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Angie from Quality Time shows how to use shirring with elastic thread to make this pretty summer skirt with ruffled hem. The shirring is an easy technique, and creates a loose stretch in the waistband comfortable for the hot summer… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make your own vinyl golf club headcovers

June 20, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Amy from Positively Splendid shows how to make a set of vinyl golf club headcovers for Dad. It’s a bit late to get them started as a Father’s Day gift, but there’s no reason you can’t get a head start… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a homemade butterfly net

June 20, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Little Birdie Secrets helped out at Skip To My Lou’s Craft Camp last week with a tutorial showing how to make a homemade butterfly net for the kids. I don’t know how many butterflies they’ll catch, but they’ll get a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Chanel-inspired silk poppy

June 19, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Samantha Baldwin shares a tutorial on DIY Fashion Examiner showing how to make this Chanel-inspired silk poppy. Use it as a brooch, or put one one a headband for a fabulous hair accessory. Go to the tutorial. [photo from… Read more ...

Dolly Donations bring dolls to children in need

June 19, 2010 by Anne Weaver

There’s something special about a child and their doll. A doll is a constant companion, a source of comfort when sick, and a friend during sad times. Can you imagine a childhood without a dolly friend? Dolly Donations is an… Read more ...

Tutorial: Tiered tulle ruffle skirt for girls

June 19, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Jennifer from My Life A Happy Circus made this tiered tulle ruffle skirt, and shares a tutorial showing how she did it. She was inspired by a similar skirt from J. Crew Kids. The ruffles are made from tulle for… Read more ...

Tutorial: Full apron with adjustable straps

June 19, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Anna from Yards & Yards shows how to make this adjustable apron. The loop that goes around the neck and the side ties are actually the same piece of fabric run through some casings. Not only does it give the… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew Neck Tie Rattle Snake Buddy

June 19, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Vanessa from V and Co. helps out at Skip to My Lou’s Craft Camp with a tutorial showing how to make this snake rattle out of an old tie. This is an easy no-sew project that the kids can do… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy-peasy lace doily throw pillow

June 19, 2010 by Anne Weaver

This lovely throw pillow looks like it took hours upon hours to make, from crocheting the outer layer to pinning and sewing with the lining. In actuality, Sweet Little Smoothie was able to make it in only 20 minutes. The… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Make a lace trimmed tank the easy way

June 19, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Cheri from loopdeelou and I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar shows how to trim a tank with a bit of crocheted lace. Don’t worry, you don’t have to actually crochet the lace – just use an inexpensive doily instead. It’s… Read more ...