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Free pattern: Flirty summer skirt

May 23, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Melissa from A Happy Stitch shares a tutorial at Andrea’s Notebook showing how you can make this flirty summer skirt. The short full skirt has a flat front yoke to minimize fullness at the hip. The back is gathered on… Read more ...

Free pattern: Perfect Diaper and Nappy Cover

May 22, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Dana from MADE shares an updated version of her Perfect Diaper + Nappy Cover free pattern. She published the original Perfect Diaper pattern waaaay back in 2008, which in blogging years was, like, forever ago. Her updated version has more… Read more ...

Tutorial: How to replace a broken zipper

May 22, 2015 by Anne Weaver

A busted zipper doesn’t have to send your garment to the trash bin. Heather from The Sewing Loft shows how you can replace the zipper and salvage the garment. Her tutorial shows two methods for replacing a zipper – one… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffled duvet cover

May 22, 2015 by Anne Weaver

This ruffled duvet cover is absolutely dreamy! Stef from Girl. Inspired. made it for her daughter’s bedroom. She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. She started with a plain white duvet cover and added the rows of ruffled… Read more ...

Free pattern: Girls Everyday Boho Dress

May 22, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Jen from iCandy Handmade shares a free pattern for her Everyday Boho Dress for girls. This is the perfect play dress for spring and summer! It’s a tunic dress gathered on to a straight toke, with cut on short sleeves.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Zippered pocket tote

May 22, 2015 by Anne Weaver

A tote bag is a good project for showing off a pretty fabric print, like the poppy print that Lindsey from Fort Worth Fabric Studio used in this bag. She shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. It’s… Read more ...

Tutorial: Daddy Diaper Clutch

May 20, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Years ago dads may have escaped from diaper duty, but modern dads are expected to change their fair share of dirty diapers. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to make a diaper clutch that dads won’t… Read more ...

Tutorial: Shirred fabric layered waistband

May 20, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Denise from DIY Crush shares a tutorial for making a pretty shirred fabric layered waistband. The waistband is shirred before it’s applied to the dress. A ruffle at the bottom of the waistband gives it a layered look. She shows… Read more ...

Tutorial: Retro Diner Bucket Bag

May 20, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Sew4Home shares a tutorial for their Retro Diner Bucket Bag. It’s a sleek structured tote with a cool chevron accent. They used sparkle vinyl just like you’d find covering the seat cushions of a retro diner. On the inside it’s… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew necklace tee

May 20, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Anne from WobiSobi shows how you can make this no-sew Necklace Tee. All you need is a t-shirt and a pair of scissors. The cut outs at the neck can end up low cut, but you can layer it over… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple fleece quillow

May 20, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Becky from Patchwork Posse shows how you can make a fleece quillow, a blanket that folds up into a pillow. It’s a quick, easy project when you use fleece, and it makes a great gift. Use it as a pillow… Read more ...

Free pattern: Casserole carrier

May 19, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Patty Young from Modkid shares a free pattern for making her Picnic Time Casserole Carrier. It’s fully insulated to keep your dish warm (or chilled) until time to be served. It has padded and reinforced handles for easy carrying, and… Read more ...

An inexpensive but effective fabric marking tool

May 19, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Fabric marking pens are expensive, y’all. At least the ones you find on the notions wall at the fabric store. Lauren from Pattern Workshop and Baste and Gather shares her fabric marking pen find. They’re inexpensive, widely available, and come… Read more ...

Free pattern: Dolman Dress

May 19, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shares a free pattern for her Dolman Dress, a loose fit knit dress perfect for spring and summer. It can go as dressy or as casual as you like depending on how you accessorize. It’s… Read more ...

Tutorial: On The Go Reading Pillow

May 19, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Melissa from Polkadot Chair shows how you can her On The Go Reading Pillow. Perfect for bedtime reading or road trips, it’s a pillow with a pocket to hold a book. Older kids might enjoy having a journal tucked in… Read more ...