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Tutorial: No-sew fringed heart pillow

February 14, 2013 by Anne Weaver

Dana from BuenoVida shows how to make a fringed heart pillow, no sewing required. The sides are tied together instead. This would a fun project to make with your child! Get the tute. [via Craftgawker] [photo from BuenoVida]… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew boot bling from plastic rhinestone trim

February 13, 2013 by Anne Weaver

Have you seen the rhinestone trim in the fabric store? I find myself drawn to it because it’s sparkly and inexpensive, but it’s also plastic which limits the kinds of projects I’d put it on. Now I know at least… Read more ...

Tutorial: Lace trimmed tee refashion

February 13, 2013 by Anne Weaver

Tamara from Etcetorize shows how to make this lace trimmed tee, quick and easy. She started with a turtleneck (though a plain t-shirt would, too), reshaping the neckling and adding lace trim to the sides. Go to her tute.… Read more ...

Video tutorial: Little girls’ dress McCalls 6690

February 13, 2013 by Anne Weaver

This little girl’s dress was made using a printed pattern, McCalls 6690. It has a sheer overlaywith a lining underneath. For those who find printed patterns confusing or overwhelming, Professor Pincushion has a video tutorial that will walk you through… Read more ...

Tutorial: Hot water bottle cover from a fat quarter

February 13, 2013 by Anne Weaver

Esther from Happy In Red replaced the old pillowcase covering her hot water bottle with a pretty new cover made to fit. She made it out of a fat quarter, and she shares a tutorial showing how. Go to … Read more ...

Tutorial: Add piping to a seam

February 13, 2013 by Anne Weaver

Inserting piping into a seam is a fun way to add an accent color to a garment. Pam from Threading My Way shows how to do it. It’s easier than you think. Her method uses just a strip of fabric,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Little girl’s tiered ruffle tee or tunic

February 13, 2013 by Anne Weaver

Michele from Handmade Martini shows how to make this little girl’s tiered ruffle tee. Or, make it longer and it’s a tiered ruffle tunic. This is such a cute look for little girls! And because it’s based on a t-shirt … Read more ...

Tutorial: Peek-a-boo heart drawstring pouch

February 13, 2013 by Anne Weaver

Rebekah from Twinkle and Twine shows how to make a drawstring pouch for your Valentine. The clear heart-shaped window gives a peek at the contents. Go to her blog for a how-to. [photo from Twinkle and Twine]… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Give your t-shirt a contrast pocket

February 13, 2013 by Anne Weaver

Merrick from Merrick’s Art shows how to add a contrast pocket to a plain tee. The simple addition adds a pop of color and pattern to basic shirt. Go to her tutorial. [photo from Merrick’s Art] Looking for more… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Ruffle waist girl shorts, with button tab hems

February 12, 2013 by Anne Weaver

Wen from What’s Mummy Up To? shows the cute Valentine’s outfit for her daughter, including a tutorial showing how she made the shorts. There’s a little ruffle around the top of the waistband, and button tabs on the cuffs. They’re… Read more ...

Tutorial: How sew a hidden button fly

February 12, 2013 by Anne Weaver

Shannon from Little Kids Grow shows how to sew a hidden button fly for a pair of pants. She uses them when making pajama pants but she says you can also use one in place of a zipper fly. Her… Read more ...

Happy kitty kennel mats with Michaels Craft it Forward

February 12, 2013 by Anne Weaver

Did you know that this week is Random Acts of Kindness Week? I didn’t, but it seems appropriate that it takes place during the week of Valentine’s. In celebration on Sunday, Feb 17, 2013, Michaels will be giving away… Read more ...

Tutorial: Baby girl Wanderlust dress from a men’s dress shirt

February 12, 2013 by Anne Weaver

Max from Max California made a pair of baby girl outfits for her entry to this week’s men’s dress shirt challenge at Project Run & Play. She is sharing a tutorial on her blog showing how she made one of… Read more ...

Tutorial: Happy monster aromatic rice bag for stuffy noses

February 12, 2013 by Anne Weaver

This happpy monster is actually a cover for an aromatic rice bag. How much happier would you be if you could treat a stuffy nose was treated with this cute guy instead of having to smear medicine all over your… Read more ...

Tutorial: Felt heart needle book

February 12, 2013 by Anne Weaver

Here’s a sweet Valentine’s giftie you can make for your stitchy friends. It’s a felt needle book with a heart on the front. Angelina from JoJo and Eloise guest blogs at Tatertots and Jello with a tutorial showing how to… Read more ...