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Tutorial: Fluffy fabric flower

July 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Petunia shows how to make these 3-dimensional flowers from fabric, and also paper. Pin one on a purse or on a t-shirt for an instant update. Go to the tutorial. [photo from Petunia] [tags]sewing, tutorial, fabric, flower[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Cherry Cupcake Dolly

July 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

C & T Publishing Blog shares a tutorial for making this Cherry Cupcake Dolly, designed by Gladys Love. So cute, I could just eat it up! Go to the instructions. [photo from C & T Publishing Blog] Looking for… Read more ...

Tutorial: Turning a thin strap inside out

July 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

I don’t know how many times I’ve been rockin’ along on a quick sewing project, only to discover that I have to turn a really long strap inside out. On this step alone, my productivity grinds to a halt. Christine … Read more ...

Tutorial: Braided fabric headband

July 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Keep your hair out of your face with this cool braided fabric headband. Kristin from Lu Bird Baby shows how to make one. Get the tutorial. [photo from Lu Bird Baby] [via U Create] Looking for more… Read more ...

Tutorial: Soft coasters from scrap fabric

July 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how to make these soft coasters from scrap fabric. Dig through your scrap bins and make up a batch. Get the how-to. [photo from Make It and Love It] [tags]sewing,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Glittered fabric

July 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

If, like my 5 year old, you believe that everything is made better with a little glitter on it, then this tutorial at The Crafty Chica blog is for you. Kathy Can0-Murilla shows how to glitter your fabric. Go to … Read more ...

Tutorial: Bookmark with eyeglass case

July 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

A Room of One’s Own shows how to make this very handy bookmark. Not only does it mark the page in your book, but there’s a pocket attached to hold your eyeglasses. Go to the tutorial. [via U Create… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a patchwork tissue box cover

July 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Pink Penguin shows how to make this patchwork tissue box cover. It’s also reversible, so you get two looks in one. Go to the tutorial. [photo from Pink Penguin] [tags]sewing, tutorial, patchwork, tissue, box, cover, reversible, cozy[/tags]… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Add a ruffle to a bikini top

July 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Give last year’s bikini a quick update by adding a ruffle to the top. Find out how from love… Maegan. Go to the tutorial. [photo from love… Maegan] Looking for more Swimsuit sewing patterns? Check out these… Read more ...

Tutorial: 4th of July ric-rac flowers

July 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Show your red,white, and blue with these ric-rac flowers. Vickie Howell shows how to make them. Get the tute! [photo from Vickie Howell Blog] [via Craftzine] [tags] Looking for 4th of July decorations? Check these supplies out. We also… Read more ...

Tutorial: Boutique style hooded towel

July 2, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Char from Crap I’ve Made made this hooded towel for her niece after seeing a similar one in a high priced boutique. I love the designer fabric on the outside! She calls it the “$44 Hooded Towel”, but you can … Read more ...

Tutorial: Patchwork coupon clutch

July 2, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Moda Bake Shop shows how to make this patchwork coupon clutch from charm squares. Now you can clip coupons in style, and use all the money you save on groceries to buy more fabric! Get the how-to. [photo from… Read more ...

Tutorial: School girl collar

July 2, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Jenya from Eva Foreva shows how to make this school girl collar. Go to the tutorial. [photo from Eva Foreva] … Read more ...

Giveaway: Fabric doll from The Sock Drawer

July 2, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Fina from The Sock Drawer is holding her first giveaway on her blog, Inside My Sock Drawer. Up for grabs is one of these Sweet Emily Dolls. See her blog for entry details. Deadline is August 1, 2009. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple double-turn hem

July 2, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

The double-turn hem is one of the simplest ways to finish an edge. You can make this hem as deep or as narrow as you wish. Find out how to make this hem at Janome Sew4Home. [photo from Janome … Read more ...