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Tutorial: Fabric-covered cupboard organizers

July 5, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Cut Out + Keep user Bohemiansky shows how to make these cupboard organizers. The base is made of cardboard boxes sized to fit your cabinets, and a removable cover is made of fabric. Get the how-to. [photo from Cut … Read more ...

Tips for mass producing sewn items

July 5, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Handmade items are increasing in popularity, and many sewists are opening Etsy shops or displaying their items at craft fairs. When you’re making many versions of the same project, there are ways that you can maximize your sewing productivity. Debbie… Read more ...

Tutorial: Hanging garbage bag for the car

July 5, 2009 by Anne Weaver

If your summertime plans include a road trip, then you may want to make one of these hanging garbage bags for your car. Roots and Wings Co. shows how. The bag is held open with an embroidery hoop! Go … Read more ...

Joel Dewberry talks about Deer Valley

July 5, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Joel Dewberry talks about his latest fabric line, Deer Valley, in an interview over at True Up. Go read what he has to say. [sewing, fabric, designer, Joel Dewberry, interview, Deer Valley[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Beach towel roll up

July 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Cathie Filian shows how to make this beach towel roll up. This clever towel features a secret compartment for stashing your valuables and a pillow at the end for sunbathing. Love it! Go to the tutorial. [photo from Cathie … Read more ...

Tutorial: Fluffy fabric flower

July 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

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

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

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

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 headband… Read more ...

Tutorial: Soft coasters from scrap fabric

July 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver

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

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

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

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

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 patterns for… Read more ...

Tutorial: 4th of July ric-rac flowers

July 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver

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 ...