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Tutorial: Throw pillow with a secret pocket

September 14, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Bernina’s Sewing Republic shows how to make to make this throw pillow, designed by Stacy Schlyer. Though it looks like your basic square throw pillow, this pillow has a secret pocket on the side. Go to the tutorial. [photo… Read more ...

Tutorial: Convert a bikini panty sewing pattern to boy short undies

September 13, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Antoinette from clevergirl.org finishes up her blog series on sewing your own undies with a tutorial showing how to convert a bikini panty sewing pattern to boy short undies. Go to the tutorial. [photo from clevergirl.org] Looking for more… Read more ...

Cool idea: Faux coffee sacks

September 13, 2009 by Anne Weaver

I’ve seen some cool sewing projects using burlap coffee sacks. The only problem is, I don’t have any burlap coffee sacks. Creative Little Daisy wanted some coffee sacks for a project, and came up with a solution to that problem. … Read more ...

“How Much Fabric” reference cards

September 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Gwen from After the Dress (and now Gwyn Hug) is now offering her popular “How Much Fabric” reference tables printed on plastic wallet cards. If you’ve ever found fabulous fabric while out shopping and then thought, “I’d love to… Read more ...

Lookie what she made: Embellishment on a plain black skirt

September 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Barbara posts on Wardrobe Refashion showing the long black skirt she made the previous winter. The embellishment design evolved, starting with stencils and spraypaint, moving to applique and then buttons. The result is an artistic, sophisticated look. Read more and … Read more ...

Sneak peek: More sneaks of Amy Butler’s Love

September 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Go to Amy Butler’s website to see the promotional photos of Love, her upcoming fabric line for Rowan Fabrics. I have to admit, the very first sneak peeks I saw left me a little lukewarm, but these examples of the… Read more ...

Lookie what she made: Larry the Sock Monster

September 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Lookie what Swiedebie made! It’s a sock monster (Larry’s his name) who opens his big wide mouth to hold your cell phone. Read more about Larry the Sock Monster at her blog. This guy’s already sold, but check her … Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a felt waffle cone

September 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver

This one is for all you felt food addicts out there! Flickr user Hannah Hoosier shows how to make this felt waffle cone with a Flickr photo set tutorial. This ice cream will never melt and never add to your… Read more ...

Tutorial: Purse straps from pleather

September 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Christine from Christine Sews tells how to make purse straps out of pleather. Sure, you can buy them already made, but then your choices are fairly limited. Make them yourself and make them the color and length that best suits… Read more ...

Tutorial: Kid’s plush travel pillow

September 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Infarrantly Creative guest-blogs on U Create with a tutorial showing how to make this kid’s travel pillow. It wraps around the child’s neck to offer support while he sleeps. The plush is soft on the neck, and the stuffed animal… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sleep mask

September 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Kellie from Greenhab and Green Phone Booth shares a tutorial on Make It From Scratch showing how to make this sleep mask. This would make an awesome Christmas gift. Get busy making them now, and you’ll have your Christmas list… Read more ...

Tutorial: Cloth napkins with contrast band

September 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver

At our house, we’ve moved almost exclusively to cloth napkins. They’re softer, they’re cheaper, and they’re better for the environment. Usually we just use random napkins that I’ve purchased at yard sales, but for nicer family dinners something a little… Read more ...

Free pattern: Traveler’s Tote Bag

September 9, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Dorinda from Flower Girl Designs shares a free PDF pattern for this Traveler’s Tote Bag. The roomy bag will hold your traveling essentials, and the contrast panel on the outside is a pocket. Add a little pendant to make it… Read more ...

Tutorial: Catch-all vinyl bib

September 9, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Most bibs will keep the mess off of the front of baby’s shirt, but they won’t keep it out of their laps. That’s where a bib with a little pocket comes in handy. Ashley from Make It and Love It… Read more ...

Which features should you look for in an upper end sewing machine?

September 8, 2009 by Anne Weaver

So you’ve finally decided to take the plunge and buy yourself a fancy schmancy, whizz bang, make-your-sewing-friends-jealous sewing machine. There are many models to choose from and they’re all loaded with features, features, features. Which features are a must? Which… Read more ...