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Sneak Peek: ReSew by Jenny Wilding Cardon

February 11, 2011 by Anne Weaver 8 Comments

Jenny Wilding Cardon gives a video sneak peek of the projects in her soon-to-be-released book ReSew

. The book will show how to transform thrift store garments and linens into new, stylish clothing. I’ll be posting a review of the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Soft minky blanket with cotton binding

February 10, 2011 by Anne Weaver 2 Comments

Sew4Home shows how to make this soft minky blanket. The edges of the solid minky are bound by a fun cotton print. Get the tutorial. [photo from Sew4Home]… Read more ...

Free pattern: Fleece car seat cover

January 31, 2011 by Anne Weaver 4 Comments

Fleece Fun! has a free pattern and tutorial for making a car seat cover. Made from fleece, the cover sits over a removable car seat to keep a small baby warm when out in the cold winter weather. Get the … Read more ...

Tutorial: Make a pacifier clip

January 30, 2011 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Jessica from Running With Scissors shows how to make a pacifier clip. One end of the clip attaches to the pacifier, the other to a bib or the child’s clothing. Then, when the baby decides to drop the pacifier, it… Read more ...

Tutorial: Remote control organizer

January 29, 2011 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Kirsty from You Had Me At Bonjour shows how to make a hanging organizer to keep all of your remotes happy and together and in one spot. She made hers with four pockets at the bottom for her larger remotes… Read more ...

Free pattern: Bullfinch scrap fabric ornament

January 29, 2011 by Anne Weaver 2 Comments

Head over to Sew, Mama, Sew! for a free pattern for making this little bullfinch ornament made from bits and pieces of scrap fabric. It’s an excerpt from the book Scandinavian Stitches by Kajsa Wikman. Go to the free pattern.… Read more ...

Tutorial: What bias tape is, and how to make it yourself

January 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

I like to think of bias tape as my little magic sewing friend (or maybe my secret weapon?). It finishes off the edges of my fabric so cleanly, and when made from contrasting colors or prints it gives a little… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffle leg pants

January 28, 2011 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

The Sewing Dork shows how to make these adorable ruffled pants for little girls. They’ll be cute paired with a simple top, or peeking out from the bottom of a twirly skirt or dress. Go to the tutorial. [photo… Read more ...

Free Sewing pattern: Shawl collar jacket

January 26, 2011 by Anne Weaver 2 Comments

Sabra from Sew a Straight Line shares a free pattern for her fabulous shawl collar jacket. Love, love! It’s an adult size medium, but there are no closures so it would probably work for someone slightly smaller or slightly larger. … Read more ...

Free Sewing pattern: Reversible Bucket Bag

January 26, 2011 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

You can find a free downloadable PDF pattern for this Reversible Bucket Bag over at Sew, Mama, Sew! blog. It’s an excerpt from the book The Bag Making Bible

by Lisa Lam. Go to the pattern. 10 Cross Body … Read more ...

Tutorial: Throw pillow with contrast box pleats

January 21, 2011 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Sew4Home shows how to make these striking throw pillows with contrast fabric peeking out from the box pleats. Get the tute. [photo from Sew4Home]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Charming Elephant Softie

January 20, 2011 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Thomas from Way Cool Kid shares a tutorial and template on his blog for this Charming Elephant softie, perfect for little hands to hold and snuggle. I’m loving the braided tail and the little birdie embroidery!! Go to the tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric scrap bookmarks

January 19, 2011 by Anne Weaver 3 Comments

Agi from The Crafty Side shows how to turn some of your smallest fabric scraps into cute bookmarks. They’re quick to make, and would be great little “I thought of you” gifties. Get the tutorial. [photo from The Crafty … Read more ...

Queensland Flood Appeal Auctions

January 18, 2011 by Anne Weaver 3 Comments

If you’ve watched the news any at all during the last weeks, you’ve undoubtedly seen devastation caused by flooding in Queensland, Australia. In response, Toni from Citrus Pop and Make It Perfect is coordinating a week of auctions of items… Read more ...

Tutorial: Vintage pattern pocket organizer for your sewing tools

January 18, 2011 by Anne Weaver 2 Comments

Cathe Holden from Just Something I Made shows how she created this set of pocket organizers for her sewing tools. The pockets are made, appropriately enough, from vintage pattern envelopes. Get the how-to. [photo from Just Something I Made… Read more ...