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Lia from Lia’s Space shows how to make this envelope-style reusable gift bag.  Just put your gift item in the fabric pouch, close the flap, and tie the attached ribbons to keep it closed.  It can be used again and… Read more ...

Laura Bray from Katydiddy shares a tutorial on her blog explaining how to make a gathered skirt out of a fitted sheet.   It takes less than 10 minutes and JUST ONE SEAM.  Seriously.  I’m adding “fitted sheets” to my must-hoard… Read more ...

The Mother Huddle shows how to make exfoliating salt scrub pouches for the shower or bath.  Use these little pouches to slough off the dead winter skin.  You can make these little pouches out of washcloths, and then fill them… Read more ...

Bethany from Craftopia shares a tutorial for appliquing an oversized lace bow to a sweater.  The flat applique (rather than an actual giant tied bow) makes a statement without overdoing it. Don’t have a sweater handy?  I bet this would… Read more ...

Christine from From an Igloo made this keepsake Hug Pillow for her sister-in-law as a “miss you” gift.  The appliques are the handprints of all her children (her sister-in-law’s nieces and nephews), so the pillow serves as a long-distance hug. … Read more ...

If you’re not the type to give flowers and syrup-py sweet messages, how about giving a tattoo-inspired Mother’s Day card instead?  lovely bud shows how to make one.  Stenciling and stitching recreate the all-time greatest tribute tattoo to our maternal… Read more ...

Diane Gilleland shares a tutorial over at CraftZine for making this garden tool caddy.  Made from oilcloth, it’s easily hosed off when it gets dirty.  Go to the tutorial. [photo from CraftZine] [tags]sewing, tutorial, oilcloth, garden, tool, caddy,… Read more ...

Head over to Sew Much Ado to find out how to make these number flashcards from felt.  The bright colors and soft fabric make learning  numbers fun!  Eyelets in the corner allow you to store them on a ring.  Go … Read more ...

Christie from A Lemon Squeezy Home joins the Celebrating Mom fun with a guest post over at Ruffles and Stuff.  She shows how to make this pretty summer bag.  The simple shape gives you the opportunity to embellish the… Read more ...