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“How Much Fabric” reference cards

September 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Gwen from After the Dress (and now Gwyn Hug) is now offering her popular “How Much Fabric” reference tables printed on plastic wallet cards. If you’ve ever found fabulous fabric while out shopping and then thought, “I’d love to… Read more ...

Lookie what she made: Embellishment on a plain black skirt

September 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver 2 Comments

Barbara posts on Wardrobe Refashion showing the long black skirt she made the previous winter. The embellishment design evolved, starting with stencils and spraypaint, moving to applique and then buttons. The result is an artistic, sophisticated look. Read more and … Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffled throw pillow from a t-shirt

September 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Jess from FloralShowers shows how to turn a t-shirt into a ruffled throw pillow. Very pretty! Go to the tutorial. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Refashion a skirt with a busted zipper

September 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how she refashioned a hand-me-down skirt that was super cute but had a busted zipper. She shows it with a child’s skirt, but this could work for teen and adult sizes as… Read more ...

Sneak peek: More sneaks of Amy Butler’s Love

September 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Go to Amy Butler’s website to see the promotional photos of Love, her upcoming fabric line for Rowan Fabrics. I have to admit, the very first sneak peeks I saw left me a little lukewarm, but these examples of the… Read more ...

Lookie what she made: Larry the Sock Monster

September 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver 5 Comments

Lookie what Swiedebie made! It’s a sock monster (Larry’s his name) who opens his big wide mouth to hold your cell phone. Read more about Larry the Sock Monster at her blog. This guy’s already sold, but check her … Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a felt waffle cone

September 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This one is for all you felt food addicts out there! Flickr user Hannah Hoosier shows how to make this felt waffle cone with a Flickr photo set tutorial. This ice cream will never melt and never add to your… Read more ...

Tutorial: Mini fabric braided rug

September 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Wee Folk Art shows how to make this mini fabric braided rug using your scrap fabric. The small size (less than 5″) makes it a perfect coaster. It would also make a great rug for a child’s dollhouse. Go to … Read more ...

Tutorial: Punjabi + sweater = stylish tunic

September 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Elizabeth Abernathy created this stunning refashioned tunic from a Punjabi top and a silk sweater. I love the muted tones and the mix of textures! If this inspires you to make one, too, then check out her tutorial showing how… Read more ...

Tutorial: Purse straps from pleather

September 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Christine from Christine Sews tells how to make purse straps out of pleather. Sure, you can buy them already made, but then your choices are fairly limited. Make them yourself and make them the color and length that best suits… Read more ...

Tutorial: Kid’s plush travel pillow

September 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Infarrantly Creative guest-blogs on U Create with a tutorial showing how to make this kid’s travel pillow. It wraps around the child’s neck to offer support while he sleeps. The plush is soft on the neck, and the stuffed animal… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sleep mask

September 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Kellie from Greenhab and Green Phone Booth shares a tutorial on Make It From Scratch showing how to make this sleep mask. This would make an awesome Christmas gift. Get busy making them now, and you’ll have your Christmas list… Read more ...

Tutorial: Cloth napkins with contrast band

September 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

At our house, we’ve moved almost exclusively to cloth napkins. They’re softer, they’re cheaper, and they’re better for the environment. Usually we just use random napkins that I’ve purchased at yard sales, but for nicer family dinners something a little… Read more ...

Tutorial: Jingle bell cuff to keep track of your child

September 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Do you have a free spirited little one who likes to wander away from you in stores or at parks? Vegbee from Blueprints did, and she fashioned a jingle bell cuff to help keep up with her. It proved so… Read more ...

Tutorial: Kid’s art apron from an adult t-shirt

September 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

If your child makes a mess during art projects, check out this tutorial by Kristin from Lu Bird Baby. She shows how to refashion an adult t-shirt into a kid’s art apron. The stretchy t-shirt neck makes it easy… Read more ...