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Free pattern: Traveler’s Tote Bag

September 9, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

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 ...

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

September 8, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

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 ...

Tutorial: Sew a manicure kit holder

September 8, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

A simple manicure kit from the drugstore becomes spa-worthy if it’s stored in a pretty case. dhbuscher.com shares a tutorial for making this fabric manicure kit holder. Go to the tutorial. [photo from dhbuscher.com] [via Junie Moon]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Mason jar pincushion and sewing kit

September 8, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Debra from Creative Ramblings shows how to turn a Mason jar into a handy pincushion and sewing kit. A little batting on the lid creates a spot for your pins, while the clear jar underneath allows you to store (and… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Owl softies

September 7, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

The folks at The Celebration Shoppe show how to make these owl softies. I love their examples sewn up in bright, busy fabrics! Get the how-to. [photo from The Celebration Shoppe] Looking for more Softie toys to sew?… Read more ...

Lookie what she made: Pincushion dolls

September 7, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Quirky Dolls from Sew Simply Handmade makes these unique pincushion dolls. She gives each one a name and a unique personality, and then accessorizes them accordingly. Want one of your own? You can purchase them from her Etsy shop.… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Reversible baby sling with padding

September 6, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

A baby sling provides a hands-free way to carry your baby around with you and still keep them snuggled up close. Elizabeth from Elizabeth, You Were Born to Play That Part shows how to make a reversible baby sling. There’s… Read more ...

Video tutorial: Sewing a blind hem

September 5, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

A blind hem is actually a fairly simple hem to create on your sewing machine. Jennifer from Window-Valence-Patterns.com shows how to do it in a video tutorial. Go to the video tutorial. [via Picking Up Threads] [tags]sewing, tutorial,… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Make a bunting from vintage hankies

September 5, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

The craft begins shows how to make this sweet bunting from vintage hankies. If you’ve got a collection of vintage hankies, this would be a great way to display them. Get the how-to. Tutorial: Little girl’s bloomers from vintage hankies… Read more ...

Tutorial: Linen apron with embroidered hem

September 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Linen is the perfect choice to complement the simple lines of this pop. The hem band is embroidered with outlines of pears. Find out how to make one with a tutorial from Living Creatively. Go to the tutorial.… Read more ...

Different Types Of Pillow Stuffing And which to use

September 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

In their article, Understanding Filler Materials, the folks at Sew4Home discuss the many options for stuffing handmade pillows. Go to the article. [photo from Sew4Home] Have you seen those snuggle chairs and sensory beanbags such as Kloudsac that… Read more ...

Tutorial: Flirty peasant top refashion

September 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Christine from Christine Sews made this flirty peasant top from a man’s dress shirt. The grosgrain ribbon adds a feminine touch to the more masculine fabric. Get the tutorial. [photo from Christine Sews] [tags]sewing, tutorial, flirty, peasant, top,… Read more ...