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Tutorial: Super cute scrap ribbon wallet

November 26, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Ashley from Lil Blue Boo shows how to make this super cute wallet from scrap ribbon. Colorful ribbon stripes and dimensional flowers make this the ultimate girlie-girl wallet. Go to the tutorial. [photo from Lil Blue Boo] … Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy patchwork scarf

November 26, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Max and Ellie shares a tutorial on their blog for this easy patchwork scarf. Dig through your scrap bing for the printed fabric pieces, and knock out a bunch of quick Christmas gifts! Go to the tutorial. … Read more ...

Free patterns and 50% off at Squiggly Twig Designs

November 25, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Squiggly Twig Designs is having a Black Friday sale, and she’s starting it a few days early. From now until Saturday, November 28 at 9:00 EST, she’s offering two patterns for FREE and all others at 50% off. Get your… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy belted sweater vest refashion

November 25, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Alexis from My Mama Made It shares a super simple sweater refashion. She turned a long-sleeved cardigan into a belted sweater vest. Find out how she did it with her tutorial. [photo from My Mama Made It] [tags]sewing,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy gathered skirts from jersey knit

November 25, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Disney from Ruffles and Stuff shows how to make some easy gathered skirts from jersey knit fabric. These soft, comfy skirts are a must for any wardrobe. If you’re making a skirt for a small child, you might be able… Read more ...

Tutorial: Last-minute felt turkey placemat

November 25, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Vanessa guestblogs on Noodlehead with a tutorial for a last-minute Thanksgiving placemat. The turkey’s feathers are actually pockets to hold cutlery. So cute! It’s made from felt so you don’t have to worry about finishing the edges. Make one tonight… Read more ...

Tutorial: Quick and easy table runner

November 25, 2009 by Anne Weaver

If you’re looking for a last-minute way to dress up your holiday dinner table, check out this quick and easy table runner tutorial at Craft Stylish. Go to the tutorial. [photo from CraftStylish] Looking for more sewing patterns for… Read more ...

Tutorial: Messenger bag with ruffled flap

November 25, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Pascale from ///Between the Lines// shares a tutorial for this ruffled messenger bag. The ruffle curves around one edge and bottom of the flap, which creates a more sophisticated look without sacrificing its girliness. Get the how-to. [photo from… Read more ...

Tutorial: Add an adjustable elastic waistband to kids’ pants

November 25, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Julie from julie-k shows how you can add an adjustable waist to an existing pair of pants. Whether you’re adding the adjustable waist to a pair of jeans from a clearance rack, thrift store, or a hand-me-down, now you can… Read more ...

Tutorial: Potatohead toy from felt

November 25, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how you can make a felt version of the classic potatohead toy. All his parts and pieces attach and detach with hook & loop tape. Not only is it soft and easy… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a shower curtain

November 24, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Christine from Christine Sews shares a tutorial telling how to make a shower curtain. Go to the tutorial. [photo from Christine Sews] [tags]sewing, tutorial, shower, curtain[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a petticoat

November 24, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Debbie from Squiggly Twig Designs shows how to make a petticoat that peeks out from the bottom of a dress. This is such a romantic, classic look! You could also make it to wear on its own as a skirt. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Felt flower hairclips

November 24, 2009 by Anne Weaver

If you’re looking for quick stocking stuffer sewing projects, look no further than these felt flower hairclips. Jennifer from A Hoot and Holler shows how to make them. So pretty! Go to the tutorial. [photo from A Hoot and … Read more ...

Tutorial: Recycled Grocery Totes

November 24, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Dana from MADE was the winner of So You Think You’re Crafty’s Green challenge, and shares a tutorial for her recycled grocery totes at the S.Y.T.Y.C. website. Her bags give the fused plastic bags a crisp, modern look. I… Read more ...

Tutorial: Create a gathered pocket

November 24, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Beccy from Wipster created these gathered pockets for a skirt, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it. I’m LOVIN’ the idea of using a vintage embroidered tray cloth for the pocket!! Get the how-to. [photo from… Read more ...