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Tutorial: Use a fagoted seam to join fabric pieces

December 14, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Sarai from Colette Patterns shows how to add vintage detailing to your garments with a fagoted seam. This technique joins two fabric pieces with a litle gap showcasing a fagot stitch. This is such a lovely detail! Go to the … Read more ...

Free pattern: Sew a scoodie (scarf with a hood)

December 14, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Blanche from Just Tutorials is sharing an exciting new project for all the sewing enthusiasts out there! She’s created a free pattern for a unique and versatile accessory that combines the best of two classic wardrobe staples – a scarf… Read more ...

Tutorial: Bias tape tote bag

December 14, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Belle Epoque shows how to make a tote bag using bias tape to trim the edges and make the straps. Go to the tutorial. [photo from Belle Epoque] [via Freebies for Crafters] [tags]sewing, tutorial, tote, bag, purse,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Add interlining to your sewn garments for extra warmth

December 13, 2009 by Anne Weaver

CraftStylish shows how to add interlining when sewing a garment for an extra layer of warmth. Go to the tutorial. [photo from CraftStylish] [tags]sewing, tutorial, interlining, garments, warmth, layer, extra[/tags]… Read more ...

Free pattern: Felt owl ornament

December 13, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Jessica from Juicy Bits shares a free pattern for this little felt owl ornament. Make a bunch of them for your Christmas tree, and Santa will say “Hoo! Hoo! Hoo!” this year. Or maybe he’ll ask, “Hooo’s been naughty and… Read more ...

Tutorial: Clothes hanger Christmas tree

December 13, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Agy from Green Issues shows how to make a 2-D Christmas tree using stash fabric and three clothes hangers. This is a fun solution for a small apartment that has no room for a full tree, or perhaps to use… Read more ...

Links to free lingerie sewing patterns

December 13, 2009 by Anne Weaver

If you sew your own lingerie, or have been wanting to start sewing your own lingerie, check out the lingerie sewing links over at CraftStew. These links point to free patterns for bras, panties, camisoles, etc. See the list at … Read more ...

Video tip: Starting a seam on thick materials

December 13, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Starting a seam on a thick fabric can be tricky. If the feed dogs can’t start the fabric moving, then you end up with all your stitches in one spot. This can lead to thread jams or, worse yet, your… Read more ...

Tutorial: Pom pom fleece hat

December 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

As part of her Handmade Hanukkah series, Jaime from Prudent Baby offers a tutorial for this pom pom fleece hat. This is a quick, easy sewing project, perfect for a last minute gift. Go to the tutorial. [photo from… Read more ...

Tutorial: Toddler skirts from maternity pants

December 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Hannah from While They Sleep shows how she turned a pair of maternity pants into two skirts to fit her twin toddler daughters. If you don’t have old maternity pants within easy reach, you can do this with any pair… Read more ...

Tutorial: Narrow rolled hem on a sewing machine

December 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

How many lovely, drapey fabrics have been banished to the back of your sewing closet just because you dreaded putting a hem on it? A rolled hem would do the trick, but who wants to do that much hand sewing? … Read more ...

Tutorial: Doll clothes from a baby’s onesie

December 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

In spite of the toy store aisles packed with babydolls, it’s surprisingly difficult to find clothes for a doll. The ones you do find are usually expensive but made cheaply. That’s why I was so happy to see this tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Handstitched flower coasters

December 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Mairuru shows how to make these flower coasters, all with handstitching. Handstitching means this is a portable project, so take it with you while the kids are in their gymnastics lessons or while you’re in the waiting room at the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffled baby doll dress from men’s dress shirts

December 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Cut Out + Keep user carlyjcais shows how to turn 2 men’s dress shirts into one babydoll dress. The ruffled hem and the tie straps adds a feminine touch. Judging from the picture, this looks like it’s a fairly short… Read more ...

Tutorial: Installing a decorative zipper

December 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Threads Magazine shares a tutorial for installing a decorative zipper. See how to do it. [photo from Threads Magazine] [tags]sewing, tutorial, installing, decorative, zipper[/tags]… Read more ...