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Tutorial: Anthro-inspired dress with gathered skirt and belt

August 19, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Alexis from My Mama Made It was shows how to make this Anthropologie-inspired dress with a printed gathered skirt and a belted waist. She made it from a solid ribbed tank and a printed shirt. The belt is not attached… Read more ...

Tutorial: Creating a zipper band

August 19, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Christine from Christine Sews shows how to create a zipper band for a purse. The zipper band is the bit of fabric at the top of the purse that connects the zipper to the body of the purse. Get the … Read more ...

Tutorial: Girl’s ruffle top

August 19, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Candace from Sparkle Power! shows how to make this ruffle top for girls. This is such a classic style! Once you know how to make one, it will be a “go to” top style for years. Go to the tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Patchwork lanyard

August 19, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

You can find out how to make a patchwork lanyard at Fireflies and Jellybeans. Practical AND pretty! Go to the tutorial. [photo from Fireflies and Jellybeans] [via Totally Tutorials]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffled petal belt

August 19, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Rachel from Heart of Light shares a tutorial on 100 Layer Cake for making this ethereal ruffled petal belt. This easy-to-make accessory can add this season’s flavor to last year’s dress or tunic. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Leggings and matching skirt from two knit shirts

August 19, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how to make this girl’s legging/skirt combo from a pair of adult shirts. This is such a great idea! Go to the tutorial. [photo from Make It and Love It]… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern:: Popover Sundress from Oliver + S

August 18, 2009 by Anne Weaver 3 Comments

I love the classic styling of Oliver + S patterns for children, so I was excited to find out that they are offering their Popover Sundress as a free download. This pattern appeared in Issue 6 of Sew Hip magazine. … Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Royal Flush swimsuit cover-up

August 18, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Head over to Singer Sewing Co. to find a tutorial for this Royal Flush swimsuit cover-up. This cover-up was the winning entry of the Singer & CRAFT Swimsuit Cover-up Contest. (Check out the other winners here.) It features a… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Reusable lunch set

August 18, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Amy from Progressive Pioneer shares a tutorial on Make and Takes for making your own reusable lunch set. Think about the waste that can be reduced by using reusable items in your child’s school lunches! They show you how to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Pom pom trimmed throw pillows

August 18, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Pom pom trim, AKA dingleberries, create a whimsical edging for these decorative throw pillows. Sew4Home shows how to make them. Go to tutorial. [photo from Sew4Home] [tags]sewing, tutorial, pom pom, trim, dingleberry, pillow, throw, toss[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Turning a long, thin tube right side out

August 18, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Ashley from Make It and Love It shares her favorite method for turning a long, thin tube rightside out. If turning a tube turns you into a cursing seamstress, give her method a try. Go to her tutorial.
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Tutorial: Upcycled denim wallet

August 18, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Jennifer from Frugal Front Porch shares a tutorial on Make It From Scratch for making this denim wallet. She made it from upcycled denim from an old pair of jeans. Get the how-to. [photo from Make It From Scratch]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Stitching on a lamp shade

August 18, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Ellen from The Long Thread shows how to add subtle elegance to an inexpensive lampshade. She puts it in the machine and stitches it! Find out how she does it. [photo fro The Long Thread] [tags]sewing, tutorial, lamp,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Slotted seams

August 17, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Threads Magazine shows how to make slotted seams. A slotted seam allows a strip of fabric underneath to peak through. Go to the tutorial for this cool seam finish. [photo from Threads Magazine] [tags]sewing, tutorial, seam, finish, slotted[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Kid’s apron with crayon pockets

August 17, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

If your kiddo is serious about his art, then he might need an apron like this one. It includes pockets sized just right for holding crayons within easy reach. Care from Obsessively Stitching shows how to make one. Get the … Read more ...