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White shows how to make these lovely shoe bags on her blog. This is such a simple sewing project, and it looks so luxurious. I think it’s the vintage fabrics she uses. Requiring only half a yard per bag,… Read more ... 
If you’ve ever been frustrated by a bumpy band when sewing a collar on a stand, these tips from Adventures in the Sewing Studio will most likely be of interest. Read the tutorial and avoid the bumps on your next… Read more ... 
There’s just something about old feedsack fabric. For some, it’s the vintage prints. For me, it’s the brilliance of making food packaging specifically to be repurposed. After reading about the history of feedsack fabric from QuiltHistory.com, I love this… Read more ... 
You can make a little doll just like this using a sock as the base for the body. Add some hair, a dress, and of course some mile-long eyelashes and you’ve got a delightful little doll. Mrs. D Lightful shows… Read more ... 
When you purchase yardage at the fabric store, you can usually check the bolt labels for information on fiber content. On the other hand, if you find your fabric at thrift stores, op shops, estate sales, or any other second-hand… Read more ... 
Vively from Vively Online shows an easy way to make tab-top curtains, using ribbons for the tabs. Get the tutorial.… Read more ... 
If you’re a new to sewing and have been wanting to expand your seam repetoire, Stardust Shoes has a tutorial that shows beginners how to make the flat-fell seam. Get the tute!… Read more ... 
Sew a trendy bag with this purse pattern from Elizabeth, You Were Born to Play that Part. The Diana Hobo pattern is offered for free download from her blog. Get the pattern.… Read more ... 
These little corduroy cat softies from Felicia at Fluffy Flowers just make me happy. I’m not sure if it’s the big open-wide eyes or the fold-over ears or the whispy wiskers, or all of it working together, but I can’t… Read more ... 
For changing diapers on the go, Small Fry & Co shows how to make this changing pad clutch. Who knew that dealing with baby doo could be so chic? Get the tutorial.… Read more ... 
These coasters designed by The Long Thread look like they belong on the pages of a high-end home decor mag. The solid white highlights the grid of wonky seam lines. Make a set for your own home (or for a… Read more ... 
BurdaStyle reports that Andrea Zittel’s Smockshop is going to Berlin. According to BurdaStyle, as part of this enterprise, “Two artisans will work in the gallery for the first four days of the exhibition making the smocks that are available for… Read more ... 
I let out a little squeal when I saw this little fabric house posted by ReFabulous. She received it from a swap, the lucky girl. This little house is fully embellished with buttons, shutters, and even a little surprise on the… Read more ... 
When I was a kid, we had several braided rag rugs that my great-great-aunt had made. I remember being taken with all the colors and the bumpy texture. The Moda Bake Shop now has a tutorial for you to make… Read more ... 
The Orange Flower Sketchbook drawstring pouch is a beautifully designed accessory featuring a pieced body with delicate embroidery details. The addition of a carrying strap enhances its usability, making it a practical yet stylish item. To create this pouch, follow… Read more ... 
