Sewing

Sewing a basic running stitch seems like a simple task – until you try to teach it to a young child.  The hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness that’s required can be a challenge for young hands.  Trixie from Coloured Buttons… Read more ...

If you’ve ever purchased fabrics or linens from thrift stores or estate sales, then you know about that “vintage fabric smell.”  Sometimes a good washing will get that smell out, but sometimes the smell lingers even after its been washed.… Read more ...

Do you ever see vintage handkerchiefs at antique malls or estate sales, and think they’re so cute but don’t know what to do with them?  Especially if they’re damaged in some way.  Jessica from Cutesy Crafts shares a tutorial at… Read more ...

A curved waistband is a nice feature on a pair of pants.  It hugs to our curves and the stretch of the bias is more comfortable to wear.  Not all sewing patterns have a curved waistband, though.  Katie from Sew… Read more ...