Sewing Pattern: Turn worn-out leggings into cute shorts

The Sewing Dork shares a couple of fun ideas for turning kids’ leggings into shorts. This is a great way to make winter’s leggings (particularly those that now have holes in them) into comfy shorts for spring and summer. The cut off leggings with buttons at the hems are pretty self-explanatory, but she provides a tutorial for making the little cuffed shorts with side pockets. Go to The Sewing Dork to see hows he does it.

[photo from The Sewing Dork] Looking for more Shorts patterns? Check out these patterns we found on Etsy.

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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!