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Tutorial: Sew a reversible ribbon headband

February 3, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Shelly from I Didn’t Sign Up For This shows how to make a reversible headband from decorative ribbon. Stitch up a stack of these headbands to match your favorite outfits. Though it’s gorgeous made from ribbon, you can easily adapt… Read more ...

Lookie what she made: Granny skirt to school girl skirt

February 2, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Beccy from Wipster and magpie shows off her latest skirt refashion. She took a frumpy granny skirt and turned it into school girl cool just by shortening it and adding buttons. Adding granny skirts to my mental list of what… Read more ...

Tutorial: Conversation heart Valentine’s treat bags

February 2, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Simply Feather shows how to make these felt treat bags shaped like the classic Valentine’s conversation hearts. What a cute idea!! This is a quick enough little project that you could make them for a whole class in just one… Read more ...

Tutorial: Cross My Heart Valentine’s pillow

February 2, 2010 by Anne Weaver

An argyle motif does double-duty as a Valentine’s theme in this Cross My Heart pillow by Melissa from The Polka Dot Chair and May & Mae. She shares a tutorial on her blog. Get the how-to. Check out… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew book pillow

February 2, 2010 by Anne Weaver

The Lavendar Daisy shares a tutorial for making a no-sew pillow that’s shaped like a book. What you can’t see from this photo is that it opens up to reveal a “page” on the inside. Think of the possibilities! You… Read more ...

Tutorial: Heart-shaped sachets for Valentine’s Day

February 1, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Destri from The Mother Huddle shows how to make these pretty heart-shaped sachets. Fill them with scented rice for a sweet smelling Valentine’s gift. Go to the tutorial. [photo from The Mother Huddle] Check out these sewing books for… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Sweetheart pincushion with reverse applique

February 1, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Jessica from Happy Togethershows how to use simple patchwork and reverse applique to make this Sweetheart Pin Cushion. A visit to your scrap bin will yield all the bits you need to make the patchwork heart. Go to the … Read more ...

Free pattern: Swan softie

January 31, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Daniëlle from small dreamfactory shares a free pattern for making this swan softie. I love the textured white vintage fabric she used in her example! Go to the tutorial. Looking for more Softie toys to sew? Check out these… Read more ...

Tutorial: Slipcover the backs of your dining room chairs

January 31, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Bari J. shares a tutorial for making a slipcover for the back of your dining chair. Because you’re only covering the back, and not the seat itself, it’s a fairly easy sewing project. Get the how-to. [phot from Bari … Read more ...

Tutorial: Patchwork Valentine’s eye pillow

January 31, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Who doesn’t love a little pampering on Valentine’s Day? Jo from Chubby*Hobby shows how to make this patchwork eye pillow that would make an awesome Valentine’s gift for a loved one. Or yourself, because you need some pampering, too! Go … Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a reversible ribbon headband

Lookie what she made: Granny skirt to school girl skirt

Tutorial: Conversation heart Valentine’s treat bags

Tutorial: Cross My Heart Valentine’s pillow

Tutorial: No-sew book pillow

Tutorial: Heart-shaped sachets for Valentine’s Day

Sewing Pattern: Sweetheart pincushion with reverse applique

Free pattern: Swan softie

Tutorial: Slipcover the backs of your dining room chairs

Tutorial: Patchwork Valentine’s eye pillow

Tutorial: Add a maternity panel to pair of pants

Tutorial: Make a sweet Candy Dress with transfers and tie-dye

Tutorial: Vintage-inspired potholders from recycled materials

Tutorial: Groundhog iPod Touch cover

Free pattern: Detour Diaper Bag