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Tutorial: Dishtowel skirt for little girls

March 25, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Ashley from Lil Blue Boo created this cute little skirt out of a pair of dishtowels.

The dishtowels make quick work of sewing, since they’re already hemmed. She used some dishtowels printed with bunnies and Easter eggs to make an… Read more ...

Tutorial: Rolled fabric sunburst flower

March 24, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Heidi from Sew.Craft.Create. shows how to roll and twist fabric strips into a gorgeous sunburst flower. She used hers to make an embellishment for a headband, but you could also add a pin back to make a brooch. Get the … Read more ...

Giveaway: 3 yards of organic fabric from Modern Fabrics

March 24, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Maureen Cracknell Handmadeis hosting a giveaway for one of her sponsors, Modern Fabrics. One of her readers will win 3 yards of organic fabric from their shop (up to a $30 value). You can choose from Amy Butler’s… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Hopscotch Skirt

March 24, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Jen from iCandy Handmade guest blogs in the Sewing for Me! series at Kojodesigns with a tutorial showing how to make her Hopscotch Skirt. It’s a gathered skirt with a wide waist band and a sash that ties at the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Flannel bunny softies

March 24, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Flannel Bunny Buddies. They’re quick to sew up, and it’s easy to find flannel in the soft pastel Easter colors. Get the tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffle bum onesie

March 24, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Shabby Mom of 2 shows how to personalize a basic baby onesie by adding rows of ruffles across the bum. It’s a quick project, and would make a fantastic baby gift. Or, if you have a little baby of your… Read more ...

Tutorial: DIY tailor’s ham

March 23, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Kristin Roach from Craft Leftovers shares a free project at Craft showing how to make your own tailor’s ham. A tailor’s ham is useful when pressing out curved seams. The project is an excerpt from her new book Mend It … Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Easter basket from vintage sheets

March 23, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Vintage sheet Easter BAsket Sewing Pattern

Cathy from Year 27+1 has crafted an incredibly charming fabric Easter basket using vintage sheets, and she’s generously sharing her tutorial on how to make one for yourself. This DIY Easter basket is perfect for those who love upcycled … Read more ...

Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Spring top with pleated neck and exposed zipper

March 23, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Jill from Made It On Monday guest blogs in the Sewing for Me! series at Kojodesignss with a tutorial showing how to make spring top with a pleated neckline. The back of the top gets an exposed zipper. Get … Read more ...

Tutorial: Little girl’s Nautical Dress from a refashioned tee

March 23, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Anshu fromBlooms and Bugs shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her little girl’s Nautical Dress. The striped knit is actually an adult t-shirt that she reshaped into the little girl’s dress. She added contrast banding… Read more ...

Tutorial: Leather and gold purse

March 22, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Pascale from // between the lines // shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she made this stunning bag. It’s made of leather painted with a smattering of gold triangles. The look is high fashion, but it’s a project… Read more ...

Free Sewing pattern: Swimsuit for a little girl

March 21, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Ruby fromZaaberryshares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for making a little girl’s swimsuit. If you’re wanting to try your hand at making swimwear, a little girl’s suit is a good place to start. Their little bodies don’t… Read more ...

Free pattern: Basic pants for an 18″ doll

March 21, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Fleece Fun shares a free pattern and tutorial for making a basic pair of pants for an 18″ doll. The basic pants pattern is so versatile! You can make them as dolly PJs or everyday summer pants. Add some ruffles… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Nautical shorts for little girls

March 20, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Terra from Mama Says Sew shows how to make a pair of little girl’s shorts with nautical-inspired details. She started with a basic kids’ pants pattern and adapted it to create the yoke and pleats. Get the tute. [photo… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern – Let’s Go Fly a Kite sundress for little girls

March 20, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional guest blogs at The Ribbon Retreat with a tutorial showing how to make her “Let’s Go Fly a Kite” sundress for little girls. The dress gets its name from the fabric used to make… Read more ...