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Tutorial: Itty bitty drawstring gift pouch

July 1, 2012 by Anne Weaver

This itty bitty drawstring pouch is just the thing for packaging up a jewelry gift (or purchase, if you’re an Etsy seller). A Cup of Sparkle shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to make one. They’re quick to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Little girl’s Wellen Tank with pieced scalloped stripes

July 1, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Shannon from luvinthemommyhood shares a tutorial over at the Art Gallery Fabrics blog showing how to make her Wellen Top for little girls. The shape of the tank is simple – an A-line top with a wide neck. But the … Read more ...

Tutorial: Little girl capris with bubble pockets

July 1, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Heidi from Elegance & Elephants shows how to make a pair of capri pants with pockets for little girls. The pockets are gathered at the top with elastic, creating a cute bubble effect. Get the tutorial. [photo from Elegance… Read more ...

Tutorial: Rub-a-Dub Tubside Mat

July 1, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Made by Marzipan shares a project to help make toddler bathtime a little bit easier on our adult knees. It’s her Rub-a-Dub TubsideMat. It hangs down the outside of the tub and on to the floor. The hanging portion has… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Flounce ruffle pants

July 1, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Jessica fromHappy Together shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a second version of her ruffle pants. In this style, the ruffles at the hem aren’t gathered but are more of a flounce. Get her tute … Read more ...

Free pattern: Blowfish pincushion

July 1, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Bree McElroy from Distant Pickles designed this super cute blowfish pincushion, and she shares a free pattern and tutorial for making it over at Riley Blake Designs’ Cutting Corners College. If you don’t want to use him as a pincushion,… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Puffy fabric flowers

June 30, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Lindsay from PA Country Crafts shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a puffy fabric flower. The petals are made from gathered fabric, with a button serving as the center. Get the tute. [photo from PA… Read more ...

Tutorial: Little boys Tuxedo Tee

June 30, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Max from Max Caliornia shares a free pattern and tutorial on Project Run and Play for making her Tuxedo Shirt for little boys. The shirt is pieced together to create the look of a t-shirt layered under a jacket. The… Read more ...

Giveaway: Sweet Summer Dream 15 fat quarter bundle

June 30, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Maureen Cracknell Handmade is hosting a giveaway for Pink Castle Fabrics this week. They’ve got a Sweet Summer Dream bundle of 15 fat quarters to give to one of her readers. The fabrics for the bundle were selected by Maureen… Read more ...

Free pattern: Summer Travelers Plushie

June 30, 2012 by Anne Weaver

You can find a free downloadable pattern and tutorial for making these cute Summer Travelers Plushies at Patchwork Posse. The basic body can be turned into a cat, a dog, a bear, a tiger, a bunny, or more. Your… Read more ...

Tutorial: Happy Travels Wallet

June 30, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Teresa VanHatten-Granath of the Green Bag Lady shares a tutorial at Sew, Mama, Sew! showing how to make her Happy Travels Wallet. The small wallet has a pocket for a passport or paper money, and a zippered pocket for change… Read more ...

Free pattern: Hipster panties

June 30, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Head over to MakeBra to grab this free pattern for making a pair of hipster panties. A cross between briefs and a bikini, they come just up to your hip but provide full coverage. Go to the free pattern.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Bandana halter and flag painted cutoffs

June 30, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Justine from Sew Country Chick shows how to make a cute little girl’s 4th of July outfit, including a top made from a bandana and cutoff shorts painted with stars and stripes. It’s a quick and easy project. Get the … Read more ...

Tutorial: Sweet Dreams nightgown for little girls

June 30, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Amy from Nap Time Crafters guest blogs in the (30) Days of Dresses series at Melly Sews with a tutorial showing how to make her Sweet Dreams ruffled nightgown for little girls. It’s made from a soft knit fabric with… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern – Little girl’s shirred sundress with center bow

June 29, 2012 by Anne Weaver

I am loving this little girl’s shirred sundress that Dawn from Designed by Dawn Nicole made! It has a shirred bodice and straps that tie in a bow at the front. She calls it her Piper Dress and she shares… Read more ...