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Tutorial: Dust covers for your clothes hangers

February 1, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Sew4Home has the how-t0 for making dust covers for your clothes hangers. They fit over the shoulders of your garments and protect them from dust while they’re hanging out in your closet. Get the tute. [photo from Sew4Home] Check… Read more ...

Tutorial: DIY jumprope with stitched felt handles

February 1, 2012 by Anne Weaver

The Salty Pineapple shows how you can make your own jumpropes. She found the rope at a discount hardware store, and then covered the ends with wool felt that she cut and stitched in fun shapes. I love this idea! … Read more ...

Tutorial: Valentine’s Day countdown calendar

February 1, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Laura Bray from Katydiddy shares a tutorial at Buttons Galore & More showing how to make this cute Valentine’s Day countdown calendar. It’s made from felt, but a hearts to button on as each day passes. It’s a fun way… Read more ...

Tutorial: Reshape a pair of leggings to fit a tall slim child

February 1, 2012 by Anne Weaver

When you have a tall slim child, it can be difficult to find pants to fit in the waist without being waaay too short. Adjustable waists in jeans are a huge help, but finding a pair of leggings can be… Read more ...

Tutorial: Anthropologie-inspired fluffy flower hair clip

February 1, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Jessica from Sew Homegrown shows how to make this gorgeous fluffy flower hair clip, inspired by a similar hair accessory by Anthropologie. Made of silk, the Anthro version costs $47. She made her version from materials she had on hand,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Apron skirt for a sweet baby girl

February 1, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Heidi from HoneyBear Laneshares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make apron skirt for a sweet baby girl. The gathered skirt has an easy elastic waistband, with an extra bit of fabric sewn in for an apron. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Button-Up Cup Cosy for your favorite mug

January 31, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Head over to Whip Up to find out how to make a Button-Up Cup Cosy. The fabric sleeve fits around a favorite mug to protect your hands while you’re sipping a cup of hot coffee or cocoa. They’d make nice… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make inexpensive fabric weights out of hardware washers

January 31, 2012 by Anne Weaver

You can buy pattern weights at the fabric store, but it’s so easy to make them yourself. And cheaper, too. Stephanie from The Petite Sewist shows how she made her own pattern weights using heavy hardware washers and scrap fabric. … Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Freshly Picked Baby Hats

January 31, 2012 by Anne Weaver

When I saw the Freshly Picked Baby Hats over at Delia Creates, I let out a squeal of delight. How could I not? They’re just so CUTE. There are three versions – an apple, a strawberry, and a pineapple. Even… Read more ...

Tutorial: Shaggy Heart Dress with matching knee-pad leggings

January 31, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Shaggy Heart Dress with matching knee-pad leggings. The large ruffled heart embellishment on the little girl’s dress reminds me of a fancy … Read more ...

Tutorial: Favourite Dress, no pattern required

January 31, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Jos from Sew, Cook, Laugh and Live shows how to make her Favourite Dress, no pattern required. It’s made from rectangles of fabric and requires only straight seams to make. The long, full dress will look best when made out… Read more ...

Tutorial: Basic tote bag

January 31, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Michael Ann from Michael Ann Made shows how to make a basic tote bag. This would make a great first project for someone wanting to learn to sew! She used fabric from an old pair of pants (brilliant!) but you… Read more ...

Tutorial: Tone on Tone Hearts tee with reverse applique

January 31, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Melissa from Melly Sews shows how to make her Tone on Tone Hearts tee using a reverse applique technique. The hearts in her design make this a fun shirt for Valentine’s Day, but you could also wear it year round.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sweet Pea layered knit dress for baby

January 31, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Tricia from Leafy Treetop Spot shares a free pattern for making her Sweet Pea Dress for babies. It’s made like a pillowcase dress, but out of soft knit fabric (recycled from old t-shirts). The pattern is for a baby 6-12… Read more ...

Tutorial: Take a pair of pants down a size (or two)

January 30, 2012 by Anne Weaver

With the new year come many a resolution to drop some weight. And with that will most likely come pants that are too loose. You could invest in some new pants, but if you haven’t reached your goal yet, then… Read more ...