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Let’s face it. Maternity pants are more about function than style, and that’s especially true of the elastic band. It’s gotta be there. It’s gotta stretch. But does it have to be ugly? Christy from Christy’s Creations doesn’t think so. … Read more ... 
Summerset of Pins and Needles has posted the next installment in her blog series on tracing patterns from magazines. Go read Part II: Actually Getting to Trace.… Read more ... 
The Everything Pocket Bag, designed by Chickpea Sewing Studio, really can be used for just about everything. The Everything Pocket Bag is basically a large fabric pocket with a button closure and a wrist strap. You can make one with… Read more ... 
If you want to add a chin strap to a hat but don’t want the awkward knot in the cord, check out this tip from Noiledotnet. She uses a bead instead of the knot. Read more about it.… Read more ... 
Ahhh… the boxy polo shirt. It seems everyone has at least one in their closet, usually emblazoned with a school or company logo. Now, with this tutorial from This Mama Makes Stuff, you can refashion your boxy polo so… Read more ... 
If you’re making an unlined garment, consider using Hong Kong seams to hide the raw edges. Bunny at La Sewista! has a tutorial to demystify this seam finish.… Read more ... 
Pattern magazines are chock-full of inspiration and new clothing styles, but I’ve always been intimidated at the prospect of having to trace my own pattern out of the pages. Luckily, Summerset Banks at Pins and Needles has just started a… Read more ... 
I love this leaf-shaped drawstring bag designed by Jessica of Zakka Life! It features stitched veining, the tear drop shape, and simple lines. Don’t you love it, too? She’s made a tutorial so you can make one for yourself… Read more ... 
A recessed zipper is a nice way to add a zipper to a bag. My Spare Time has a great tutorial showing how to add this feature. Get the tutorial.… Read more ... 
Keep a tea packet handy at all times with this pretty tea wallet. Find out how to make it with a tutorial from Christy’s Creations.
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My daughter and I love taking picnics to the park, but I always struggle with how best to transport the food. A typical tote bag is to small at the bottom, but a basket never seems to be tall enough. … Read more ... 
U-Handbag.com offers a tutorial for making this basket-style handbag. Oh, the possibilities! Get the tutorial.… Read more ... 
Hannah at knick knacks & ric rac has a great idea to give your buttons some extra flair. She combines two plain buttons to make one two-toned button. Not only do you get a high-end look without the high-end price,… Read more ... 
Here’s a project that every budding little cook will love – an apron and a chef’s hat to match. Make them with this tutorial offered by Michael Miller fabrics, and see what your child’s imagination will cook up next.
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