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Tutorial: Flamingo hooded bath towel

June 9, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Amber from Crazy Little Projects shares a tutorial for sewing a flamingo hooded bath towel. She has a whole series of posts with cute hooded towels for kids, but I think this is my favorite so far. The pink hooded… Read more ...

Tutorial: Burlap and lace flag banner

June 9, 2016 by Anne Weaver

This lace and burlap flag banner has a rustic, old fashioned charm that’s perfect for 4th of July! Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl shares a tutorial on Therm O Web. The strips of the flag are made from lace and… Read more ...

Tutorial: Pretty sunglasses you can make

June 9, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Maggie from Smashed Peas and Carrots shows how you can sew up a cute sunglasses case. You can make it from your larger scraps of fabric, and make it extra pretty by adding ribbons and other trims. Her tutorial is… Read more ...

Free pattern: No-sew triangle leather pouches

June 8, 2016 by Anne Weaver

These triangle leather pouches are so cool – and you can make them without sewing a stitch! Molly from Almost Makes Perfect shows how and includes a free pattern, too. Just cut, fold, glue, and attach the closure! Click below… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: DIY dog bed with a carrying handle

June 8, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Who says dog beds have to be ugly? If you make it yourself, you can choose fabric you love. The dog bed that Jess from The Sewing Rabbit made is awesome in black and white stripes. She shares a tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffled bedskirt, sewn or no-sew

June 8, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Marian from Miss Mustard Seed shows how you can make a ruffled bedskirt. Bedskirts are certainly a pretty way to finish off a bedding set

, but let’s also not ignore the very practical side effect of hiding all the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Quick and easy embellished scrap fabric bracelets

June 8, 2016 by Anne Weaver

These embellished fabric bracelets are super fast, super easy to make! As in, you could make one in less than 10 minutes – and that includes taking time to fiddle over choosing just the right embellishments. I’ve got a tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Linen summer sundress

June 8, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can make a linen sundress for summer. I think it would also be nice out of a knit fabric. You can make it in any size. She shows show… Read more ...

Tutorial: Dry erase placemat

June 7, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Laura from PharMA shows how you can make this dry erase placemat that makes waiting for mealtime a little more fun. She tosses them in her purses when her family goes out to eat so there’s an activity to keep… Read more ...

Tutorial: Upcycled denim flag bunting

June 7, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Claire from Pillar Box Blue shows how to upcycle denim and ribbon scraps to create a patriotic flag bunting. Her tutorial includes how to make Union Jack and a US flag, as both flags have red, white, and blue as… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sashiko stitch and applique to mend a hole

June 7, 2016 by Anne Weaver

A little bit of fusible webbing and some sashiko stitching can turn a hole into an eyecatching detail! Stephanie from Swoodson Says shares a tutorial showing how to do it. The applique covers the hole, and the sashiko stitching helps… Read more ...

Tutorial: Mini birthday crowns in two styles

June 7, 2016 by Anne Weaver

These mini birthday crowns will make a birthday girl or boy feel so special on their day! Jill from Snugglebug University shares a tutorial at Make It and Love It showing how you can make them. She shows how to… Read more ...

Free Sewing pattern: Carkeek Dress

June 7, 2016 by Anne Weaver

It’s 30 Days of Sundresses over at Melly Sews! Kimberly from Straight Stitch Designs joins the series with a free pattern for her Carkeek Dress. It’s a loose fit mini-dress with a high-low hem that gives more coverage in… Read more ...

5 tips for buying fabric online

June 6, 2016 by Anne Weaver

Now that the fabric store closest to my house has closed, I’m finding myself drawn more and more to buying my supplies online. I love the convenience but I miss being able to see and touch the fabric before purchasing. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrap fabric frame brooches

June 6, 2016 by Anne Weaver

These fabric frame brooches are a fun way to use up your scraps, and make a unique piece of jewelry at the same time. Mark Montano shares a tutorial for making them on his blog, Make Your Mark. Twisted fabric… Read more ...