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Tutorial: Little girl skirt with dimensional flower applique

May 11, 2013 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Frances Suzanne blogs in the Knock It Off series at Elegance & Elephants with a tutorial showing how to make this little girl’s skirt with a dimensional flower applique. The design was inspired by a skirt by Mini Boden. She… Read more ...

Tutorial: Dimensions to make totes bags in any size

April 14, 2012 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Susan from Moonthirty shares the latest in her Rock the Tote series with a tutorial showing how to alter the size of her basic tote. She gives the dimensions to make a taller, wider, or miniature bag. If none… Read more ...

Tutorial: Embellish a plain tee with dimensional flower and vines applique

March 8, 2012 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Melissa from Melly Sews guest blogs at Keeping It Simple with a tutorial showing how embellish a plain tee with a dimensional flower and vines applique. Go to the tutorial. [photo from Melly Sews on Keeping It Simple]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Tudor Rose dimensional fabric flower

January 4, 2012 by Anne Weaver 2 Comments

Rikka from Ricochet and Away! shares a tutorial showing how to create a stunning layered fabric flower called the Tudor Rose. The pattern and tutorial for the dimensional fabric flower were originally authored by SavvySeams.com, a website that is no… Read more ...

Cool idea: Valentine’s shirt with dimensional flower heart

February 4, 2011 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Nikki from Lilybug Designs shows off the super cute Valentine’s shirt she made for her daughter. She stitched down a bunch of flower shapes (cut from knit fabric) into the shape of a big heart. What a cool idea! Read … Read more ...

Tutorial: Scarf with dimensional flower applique from an old sweater

August 7, 2010 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Catie from Do Ah Ditty shows how to make this Anthropologie-inspired scarf from a repurposed sweater. The dimensional flower appliques are so pretty! Go to the tutorial. … Read more ...

Tutorial: T-shirt refashion with dimensional flowers

July 9, 2010 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Inspired by a shirt she saw at J. Crew, Sachiko from Tea Rose Home created this lovely t-shirt refashion with dimensional floral applique. She started with two t-shirts, cutting one of them into strips and petals that she then appliqued… Read more ...

Free pattern: Dimensional strawberry applique

May 22, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Add this little strawberry dimensional applique by The Handmade Dress to your next sewing project. Perhaps it needs to be on the bodice of a little girl’s dress. Or maybe it should decorate the side of your next bag? Go … Read more ...

12 Christmas Pajamas Sewing Patterns

October 29, 2024 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Christmas pajamas are such a fun holiday tradition! Whether it’s just cute pajamas for the kids or coordinating Christmas jammies for the whole family, they make movie night or a Christmas bedtime story that much more cozy. We’ve rounded up… Read more ...

20+ DIY Adult Slipper Boot Patterns for Cozy Toes All Year Round

October 25, 2024 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Are you ready to step into comfort and style? Whether you’re looking for a fun DIY project or in need of cozy footwear to keep your toes warm, we’ve got you covered with these 20 adult-size slipper boot patterns that… Read more ...

Zen and Sew: 40 Yoga Bag Sewing Patterns for Crafting Your Perfect On-the-Go Zen Companion

September 30, 2024 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Are you intrigued by the idea of adding a personal touch to your yoga practice? Even if you’ve never stepped onto a yoga mat before, the world of yoga accessories offers a fascinating avenue for creative expression. Imagine arriving at… Read more ...

Ruffle Up Your Wardrobe: 20 Delightful Dress Sewing Patterns With Ruffles for Effortless Chic

September 9, 2024 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

In the realm of fashion, few elements evoke the whimsical charm and romantic allure quite like ruffles. With their cascading layers and playful movement, ruffles add a touch of drama and femininity to any garment, transforming simple silhouettes into statement… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern – Ladies Sweat Shirt

August 27, 2024 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

The Sew House 7 Toaster Sweater Pattern offers two stylish and versatile variations of the classic sweater silhouette, providing options to suit a range of preferences and style aesthetics. Version 1 of the sweater features a chic high-neck design, complemented… Read more ...

25 Stunning Slip Dress Sewing Patterns for Effortless Elegance and Glamour

August 19, 2024 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Satin fabric exudes an aura of elegance and sophistication, making it the fabric of choice for luxurious slip dresses that grace the body with fluidity and grace. However, sewing with satin demands precision and finesse to ensure a flawless outcome.… Read more ...

Book Review – Yarn Cake Amigurumi by Jacki Donhou

August 12, 2024 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Amigurumi as a crochet trend has been around for a while now, but it continues to steal hearts. Many people I know learn to crochet simply to be able to create their own amigurumi softies. Yarn Cake Amigurumi: 15 Cute … Read more ...