Sewing pattern: Zipper racerback tank

Loose fit, open back tanks are all the rage right now. Laura Pifer from Trash to Couture shares a tutorial at Sewing Secrets showing how you can use a metal zipper to create this cool racer back tank. The partially zipped zipper creates the racerback shape. It’s easy to make from jersey knit yardage, or even a large t-shirt.

Click below for her tutorial:

DIY: Versatile Zipper Racerback Top, by Trash to Couture

[photo from Trash to Couture on Sewing Secrets] Looking for more t-shirt style sewing patterns? Check these t-shirt patterns out on Etsy.

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!