Sewing Pattern: Little boy striped baggie shorts refashioned from a man’s shirt

Vanessa from Designs By Sessa guest blogs at Project Run and Play with a tutorial showing how to make little boy baggie shorts from a man’s striped knit shirt. The shorts are inspired by similar shorts from Mini-Boden, though without the price tag. They have a wide drawstring waist, roomy pockets, and a faux fly. You’ll need to use a knit that has enough body for shorts. She used a lightweight sweatshirt, but you could also use an interlock striped tee or even a polo shirt. Get the tute.

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!