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Free pattern: Kids slouchy beanie hat

October 24, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Heidi & Finn shares a free pattern for making this slouchy beanie hat in little kid sizes.  They’re so cute all slouchy on the back of a head!  They’re quick to sew up from stretch knit fabric.  You could use … Read more ...

Tutorial: DIY mermaid costume skirt

October 24, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Steph from The Silly Pearl shows how you can make a girls mermaid costume skirt.  The extreme high-low hem (above the knee in the front, dragging the ground in the back) makes a mermaid’s tail shape.  And on the back… Read more ...

Tutorial: Jack ‘o lantern embroidery hoop art

October 24, 2014 by Anne Weaver

embroideryhoopjackolanternJennifer Jangles shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how you can make this cute jack ‘o lantern embroidery hoop art.  The hoop creates his round shape, with a bit of fabric at the top for the stem.  Add… Read more ...

Tutorial: Hook and ring curtain panels

October 23, 2014 by Anne Weaver

1757-Hook-Ring-Panel-1aSew4Home shows how to make hook and ring curtain panels.  The construction is made simple with the curtain hooks – no casings, no grommets, no ring tape required.  The metal hooks slide into your fabric panel to hang it from… Read more ...

Tutorial: One simple project makes a gift for everyone on your list

October 23, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Is this a pincushion?  A sachet? A bean bag? A paperweight?  Turns out this stuffed felt and fabric square can be all of that and more.  That’s why Amy of Badskirt says it’s the one gift you can make for… Read more ...

Tutorial: FrankenZombie trick or treat Halloween bag

October 23, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Louise from I’m Feelin’ Crafty shows how you can make a FrankenZombie trick or treat bag.  I’m loving his crooked teeth and crazy zombie eyes!!  The outside of the bag with the creepy FrankenZombie face is made from felt, and… Read more ...

7 tips for sewing knits on your sewing machine

October 23, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Sergers make easy work of  sewing knits, but they’re not required.  In fact, you can sew knits on your regular ol’ sewing machine without much difficulty.  Addie from Addie K. shares 7 tips for sewing knits on a regular sewing… Read more ...

Tutorial: Add sleeves to any kids pattern

October 23, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shows how you can draft a basic sleeve to fit any sleeveless bodice pattern.  Now a favorite summer dress pattern can also be a go-to colder weather dress.  This works best with girls sizes because… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple gathered collar to make three costumes

October 23, 2014 by Anne Weaver

LiZ and Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. show how versatile a simple gathered collar can be when making a costume.  This one simple accessory can be adapted to make 3 different costumes.  They show it as a clown collar,… Read more ...

Free pattern: Fox Kindle or iPad Sleeve

October 23, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Eskimimi Makes shares a free pattern for making the cutest fox Kindle or iPad sleeve.  It’s made from two layers of fleece.  The soft fleece will help keep your device’s screen from getting scratched, and the thickness of it will… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew your fabric scraps into a fun garland

October 23, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Here’s a quickie project for using up your scraps.  Use them to make these bright and whimsical fabric scrap garlands.  Amy from My 3 Monsters shares a tutorial at Craftaholics Anonymous showing how.  The mix of color and pattern and… Read more ...

Tutorial: Little Red Riding Hood cape for little girls

October 22, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Crystal from Stitched by Crystal shows how to make a hooded cape, like her daughter is wearing as part of her Little Red Riding Hood Halloween  costume. The shorter cape coming just above the knees is a good length for… Read more ...

Tutorial: Extra Cushy Square Pouf

October 22, 2014 by Anne Weaver

poufA pouf really is quite a versatile piece of living room decor.  It serves as a foot rest and extra seating, and also provides an opportunity to inject a punch of color or pattern.  Sew4Home shows how to make their… Read more ...

Tutorial: Cuff hem pajama pants

October 22, 2014 by Anne Weaver

When the weather turns cool, our thoughts turn to… snuggly pajamas!  Melissa from Melly Sews shares a tutorial at Riley Blake Designs showing how you can make a pair of pajama pants with contrast cuffs. Her tutorial includes how to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Pillowcase reusable shopping tote

October 22, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Michelle from Not My Tree shows how you can make a reusable shopping tote out of a pillowcase.  It’s wide with a boxed bottom to accommodate your groceries, and straps make it easy to carry on your shoulder.  Her design… Read more ...
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