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Tutorial: Chalkboard fabric placemats

September 22, 2014 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

These placemats have a strip of chalkboard cloth across the top where you can write special messages or assign seating. Marni from Haberdashery Fun shares a tutorial showing how you can make them. They’re made from oilcloth and chalkboard fabric… Read more ...

Tutorial: Patchwork zippered pouch

September 21, 2014 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

A zippered pouch is a quick but satisfying project. This patchwork version will show off a handful of your favorite fabric scraps. Vanessa from LBG Studio shares a tutorial showing how to make one. Use it as a pencil pouch… Read more ...

Tutorial: How to sew better interior bag pockets

September 16, 2014 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Geta from Geta’s Quilting Studio says, “Unless it is just a grocery bag, every bag deserves at least one pocket.” I couldn’t agree more! There are many different ways to add pockets to the inside of a bag, but the… Read more ...

Free pattern: 1940s inspired necktie top

September 15, 2014 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

This necktie top is inspired by 1940s fashion, though it’s updated for the modern wardrobe and easier construction. Daniela from On The Cutting Floor shares a free pattern for making it. It’s casual enough for everyday wear, but put it… Read more ...

Tutorial: Layered lace skirt

September 8, 2014 by Anne Weaver 3 Comments

Irene from Serger Pepper guest blogs at Mabey She Made It with a tutorial showing how you can make this layered lace skirt. It’s made so there are no raw edges showing, even on the back of the lining. It’s… Read more ...

Tutorial: Leather handle fabric storage baskets

September 7, 2014 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Storage baskets like these can help control the clutter in your house. Made from a linen with a bright cotton lining and leather handles, they also happen to be quite attractive. Minki from Minki’s Work Table shares a tutorial showing… Read more ...

Free pattern: Irene Dress with bow waist and circle skirt

September 5, 2014 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

The Irene Dress pattern by Daniela from On The Cutting Floor has cut-on sleeves, a waist band with bow, and a flattering circle skirt. You could wear it to the office, for errand running, or a nice dinner out. She… Read more ...

Tutorial: Mary Darling collar

September 4, 2014 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

An from Straight Grain shows how you can make her Mary Darling collar for a blouse or dress. It’s like a Peter Pan collar, but with three scallops instead of two. It has a lovely vintage look that would be… Read more ...

Tutorial: Take-along felt board play set

September 3, 2014 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Julia from Handcraftiness shares a tutorial for making a child’s take-along felt board play set. With two handles, it folds up and carries like a tote. But instead of being a bag, it opens up to reveal a felt background… Read more ...

Free pattern: Ayza round yoke dress for women

September 2, 2014 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Daniela from On The Cutting Floor has another free dress pattern to share with us! It’s The Ayza Dress, which she designed for the summer-fall transition. She suggests wearing it with a cardigan and tights when the weather cools. It… Read more ...

Tutorial: Women’s tops refashioned into a child’s tunic and leggings

August 31, 2014 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Andrea from Go To Patterns and Andrea’s Notebook took an embellished tank and a long sleeved top and turned it into the cutest outfit for her 5 year old daughter. She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. The… Read more ...

Tutorial: Baby doll receiving blanket

August 26, 2014 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shares a tutorial for making a receiving blanket for a baby doll. It’s a self-binding blanket, meaning that the edges of the back wrap to the front to cover the raw edges. The self-binding creates… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a table runner

August 25, 2014 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

I like a table runner for adding personality and color to a table top without covering the whole thing in fabric. Natalie from The Creative Mom guest blogs in the A to Z series at The Ribbon Retreat with her… Read more ...

Free pattern: Girls swing tank top

August 22, 2014 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern to make a girls swing tank. The swingy A-line silhouette and pointed hem are a popular style for girls (and womens) wear right now. Pair it with leggings,… Read more ...

Tutorial: sewVery Simple Envelope Pillowcases

August 21, 2014 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Veronica from SewVery shows how you can make a pillowcase with an envelope end to keep your pillow tucked inside. The piecing is a fun way to incorporate several prints, and it also allows her to use a 1/2 yard… Read more ...