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Tutorial: Sewing machine stitch reference cards

May 6, 2014 by Anne Weaver

In addition to a standard straight stitch, most sewing machines are able to sew a variety of other kinds of stitches. The diagrams printed on your machine give an idea of what the stitch will look like, but to know… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fancy party dress for an American Girl doll

May 6, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Dressing a doll in a fancy dress is so much fun! Arts & Crafts For Your American Girl Doll shares a tutorial showing how you can make a party dress like this one for an American Girl doll. The bodice… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Girls ruffled legging shorts

May 5, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Tutorial: Girl legging shorts with ruffles

Lindsay fromThe Cottage Mama shares a tutorial showing how you can make a pair of girl legging shorts with ruffles at the hem. They’re perfect for layering under summer skirts and dresses! You’ll start with a basic leggings pattern,… Read more ...

Free pattern: Wax print hobo bag

May 5, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Rubyellen from A Beautiful Mess shares a free pattern for making this wax print hobo bag. The simple lines of the slouchy bag show off the gorgeous and large-scale prints of the wax print fabric. The lining is also a… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Girls ruffled full apron

May 5, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Mandy from Sugar Bee Crafts shares a tutorial showing how to make this pretty ruffled apron in girl sizes. It’s made from two fabrics – one for the bib and skirt, and another for the ruffles and ties. She includes… Read more ...

Inspiration: Frozen-inspired summer tunic

May 5, 2014 by Anne Weaver

The movie Frozen might make you think of winter, but Christine from Heidi & Finn shows how she created a summer tunic inspired by the crazy popular kids’ movie. She added an Elsa silhouette to a sleeveless tunic, and then… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Twinkle Star Tooth Fairy Pillow

May 4, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Amy from Nana Company shares a tutorial at eHow for making her Twinkle Star Tooth Fairy Pillow. It’s a star shaped pillow with a loop at the top so you can hang it from a door knob or bed post. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Twisted pleat skirt

May 4, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Ana from Stepalica shares a tutorial at Lolita Patterns showing how to make this dramatic twisted pleat skirt. Instead of traditional vertical pleats, this skirt has pleats set at an angle. It can go dressy or professional or casual depending… Read more ...

Tutorial: Vintage tea towel skirt for little girls

May 3, 2014 by Anne Weaver

A vintage tea towel makes the cutest panels for a little girl’s skirt. Autie from iCandy Handmade shows how you can make one. The funky colors and bold images from the vintage linens are perfect for a little girl’s skirt! … Read more ...

Tutorial: Lace trimmed linen napkins

May 2, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Lisa from A Spoonful of Sugarshows how you can make a set of lovely linen dinner napkins trimmed with crochet lace at one edge. How beautiful would a table be when set with these napkins at each place? They’re… Read more ...

Free pattern: Easy Cross Back Summer Dress for toddler girls

May 2, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Sewing Mama RaeAnna shares a free pattern at The Sewing Rabbit for making her Easy Cross Back Summer Dress for a toddler girl. The shape of this dress gives great flexibility in sizing and in style. With straps that cross… Read more ...

Tutorial: 15-minute reversible tote bag

May 2, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings show how you can whip up a reversible book tote in just 15 minutes. It has long straps so you can carry it cross-body, which is particularly helpful when you’ve got it loaded full of… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a fabric luggage tag, plus a template

May 1, 2014 by Anne Weaver

If your summer plans include travel, check out this tutorial by Louise from I’m Feelin’ Crafty. She shows how you can make a luggage tag from a mix of bright fabrics. It has a pocket with a clear vinyl… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Oversized t-shirt dress

May 1, 2014 by Anne Weaver

This oversized t-shirt dress could easily become your go-to dress for summer. The loose fit will be comfortable for running around in the warm (hot) summer weather. It comes just above the knee – short enough to be flirty, but… Read more ...

Free pattern: Girls knit pajama shorts

May 1, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Jen from iCandy Handmade shares a free pattern for making these knit pajama shorts. Fold over elastic makes a super fast, super easy waistband and also adds a pop of color. Her free pattern will make a girl’s size 6. … Read more ...