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Tutorial: Handsewn buttonhole

March 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

If the prospect of using the buttonhole feature of your machine gives you a nervious tic and makes your palms a little sweaty, then this tutorial is for you. CraftStylish shows how to make a handsewn buttonhole. Get the tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Use a coverstitch to help sew a narrow hem

March 2, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

When hem a curve, I use a narrow hem. Even with the narrow hem, a tight curve can make it difficult to keep the edge smooth as you turn under the fabric. Pranamama posts an instructable that shows how she… Read more ...

Technique: Use paper to figure out pattern problems

February 28, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

When the going gets tough, the tough get… out the paper? That’s what Jennifer Stern at CraftStylish suggests doing when trying to get the kinks out of a pattern, whether it’s a pattern that you’re designing or a commercial pattern… Read more ...

Save your sewing scraps for the birds

February 27, 2009 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

If your sewing space looks anything like mine, you’ve most likely got a pile or two of sewing scraps laying around. You know, the bits of selvedge or extra thread tails and other debris that is generated during a productive… Read more ...

All about feedsack fabric

February 26, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

There’s just something about old feedsack fabric. For some, it’s the vintage prints. For me, it’s the brilliance of making food packaging specifically to be repurposed. After reading about the history of feedsack fabric from QuiltHistory.com, I love this… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a sock doll

February 26, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

You can make a little doll just like this using a sock as the base for the body. Add some hair, a dress, and of course some mile-long eyelashes and you’ve got a delightful little doll. Mrs. D Lightful shows… Read more ...

Sew a hobo-stye purse with this free pattern

February 25, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sew a trendy bag with this purse pattern from Elizabeth, You Were Born to Play that Part. The Diana Hobo pattern is offered for free download from her blog. Get the pattern.… Read more ...

Inspiration: Little fabric house

February 24, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

I let out a little squeal when I saw this little fabric house posted by ReFabulous. She received it from a swap, the lucky girl. This little house is fully embellished with buttons, shutters, and even a little surprise on the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Faux corrugated with a twin needle

February 23, 2009 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

You can make a faux corrugated texture with a twin needle. CraftStylish shows you how in this tutorial for a reusable corrugated coffee sleeve. Get the tutorial.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a pyramid purse

February 23, 2009 by Anne Weaver 5 Comments

The small pyramid-shaped wristlet is a compact and practical accessory, perfect for when you only need to carry a few essentials, like keys, coins, or small makeup items. The wristlet design offers a stylish, hands-free solution, ideal for on-the-go convenience.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Handsewn buttonhole

Tutorial: Use a coverstitch to help sew a narrow hem

Technique: Use paper to figure out pattern problems

Save your sewing scraps for the birds

All about feedsack fabric

Tutorial: Sew a sock doll

Sew a hobo-stye purse with this free pattern

Inspiration: Little fabric house

Tutorial: Faux corrugated with a twin needle

Tutorial: Sew a pyramid purse

Tutorial: Mend a broken belt loop on your jeans

Tutorial: Sew a draft stop shaped like a dog

Tutorial: Pretty seam finishes

Free Sewing pattern: Infant onesie or tee

Sewing Tutorial: Spiral scarf