Thursday, December 3, 2009

bib necklaces

i've been loving all the bib necklaces i've been seeing ... so dang cute! martha stewart had a great how to, check out the complete tutoral from martha.

Monday, August 17, 2009

vinyl pleated handbag

pleated handbag made from vinyl ... check out the complete tutorial at canadian living.

Thursday, July 9, 2009

twenty-minute skirt

want a new summer skirt, but don't want to have to go out and buy a new pattern? here's the perfect project for a sunny afternoon ... plus i only uses ONE yard! check out the complete tutorial at grosgrain.

Wednesday, July 8, 2009

recycled scraps necklace

anyone who sews has a pile of scraps that they can't bear to part with ... this is the perfect project to get rid of said scraps ... check out the complete tutorial at designing moms.

Thursday, June 4, 2009

soft baby shoes

soft-sole leather baby shoes ... at eHow.
baby boots ... at molly chicken.
soft baby shoes ... at on pins and needles.
cloth shoes ... by stardustshoes.
3-seam baby footies ... at poopockets.
toddle shoes ... at babypatterns.
bitty booties ... by heather bailey.
more links ... at old school acres.
30 minute booties ... i couldn't find the instructions, just the pattern ...

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

gathering with clear elastic

a simple easy way to gather fabric using clear elastic. check out the complete tutorial at indie tutes.

Monday, May 25, 2009

halter sundress

isn't this halter sundress the cutest things? check out the complete tutorial at indie tutes.

Sunday, May 24, 2009

shirred smocked dress

i've always wonder how these were made and figured that they would be really hard ... boy was i WRONG! martha stewart recently showed how to on her show. you can also check out a complete tutorial at indie tutes, and you can also check out how to make a shirred tank top at indie tutes.

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or you can find an adult sized version (including the pdf pattern!) at heather ross.
i'm sure you're going to want to buy elastic thread in enormous amounts ... you're welcome.
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Saturday, May 23, 2009

peasant blouse

easy to follow instructions to make a peasant blouse. check out the complete tutorial at indie tutes.

Tuesday, May 19, 2009

Doll Bedding

Cutest things ever. It would be cool to make matching quilts for your daughter/neice/whatever and their doll. Check out the complete tutorial at Crazy Mom Quilts.

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Or Check out another tutorial at Moda Bakeshop.

Monday, May 18, 2009

Charming Coasters

Charming Coasters made from 1 charm pack (8 - 5"x5" squares). Check out the complete tutorial at Moda Bakeshop.

Saturday, May 16, 2009

Baby Burp Cloths and Bib Set

Make a burp cloth and bib set. Check out the complete tutorial at Moda Bakeshop.

Friday, May 15, 2009

Reversible Pocket Calendar Cover

Pretty up that pocket calender. Check out the complete tutorial at Moda Bakeshop.

Thursday, May 14, 2009

Baby Paypad

Fun, soft playpad to lay down for a baby to play on. Check out the complete tutorial at Moda Bakeshop.

Wednesday, May 13, 2009

Ragged Squares Quilt

A great beginner guilt. Check out the complete tutorial at Crazy Mom Quilts.

Thursday, April 30, 2009

Mending

It was "Mending Month" in March over at Craft, they had tons of excellent tutorials on mending all your broken things ... ENJOY!
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How to mend your broken jewelry.
Crochet patches.
Reverse applique.
Repair a wool sweater with needle felting.
Mend an arm seam.
Give chipped dishes a new look.
Patching sensitive spots.
Mend peeling sandals.
Mend a sweater snag.
Patch 101.
Patching pants with stylish stitches.
Mend your quilt.

Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Neptune Necklace

Best way to make fabric beads EVER. Check out the complete tutorial at Moda Bakeshop.

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Happy Birthday Banner

You'll have enough to make 2 ... give one to a friend. Check out the complete tutorial at Moda Bakshop. And check out the Welcome Home Banner as well.

Monday, April 27, 2009

Vinyl Front Zipper Pouch

Make a zipper pouch with a vinyl front so you can easily see the contents. Check out the complete tutorial at Crazy Mom Quilts.

Sunday, April 26, 2009

Travel Mug

Customize and pretty up your travel mug. Check out the complete tutorial at Moda Bakeshop.

Saturday, April 25, 2009

Simple Rag Quilt

Super simple easy quilt. Check out the complete tutorial at Jen Yu.
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Or check out more tutorials at About, another at About, Love to Sew, and a pdf at Knit and Tonic.

Friday, April 24, 2009

Eco-Friendly Notebooks



Eco-friendly project creating notebooks by reusing office paper. Check out the complete tutorial at DesignSponge.

Thursday, April 23, 2009

Felt Lightsaber Cozy

Keep your Wii controller cozy. Check out the complete tutorial at Starwars.com.

Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Fabric Boxes

Get more organized with these cute fabric boxes. Check out the complete tutorial at DesignSponge.

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Copycat Jacket

Check out this amazing copycat jacket from Orange Beautiful.

Monday, April 20, 2009

Crochet Rug from Recycled T-Shirts

It's easy to crochet a rag rug made from strips from old t-shirts. Check out the complete tutoral at CraftStylish. Or stop small and make a set of coasters.


Sunday, April 19, 2009

Felt Covered Barrettes

Fancy felt covered barrettes ... Check out the complete tutorial at the Angry Chicken.

Saturday, April 18, 2009

Nursery Alphabet

A cute idea for your nursrey or you could get the letters and spell a name or any word. Check out the complete tutorial at Girl With Fabric.

Friday, April 17, 2009

Lazy Boardgames


Serious about boardgames? Make a lazy susan for your boards. Check out the complete tutorial at The Small Object.

Thursday, April 16, 2009

Cutting Curves with a Rotary Cutter

Cutting curves with a rotary cutter. Check out the complete tutorial at Craft Apple.

Wednesday, April 15, 2009

Make Your Own Notepads

Make your own customized notepads. You could use the printables or create your own. Check out the complete tutorial at The Small Object. Or here are some other ideas for pads that The Small Object made: Meal Planning, or Recipe Reviews.
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here is another tutorial at chica and jo ... they also sell small quantities of the padding compound.

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

Washer Necklace


A cute necklace made from washers. Check out the complete tutorial at The Small Object.

Monday, April 13, 2009

Pajama Bottoms

Check out the complete tutorial at CraftStylish.

Sunday, April 12, 2009

Deodorant and Shaving Cream

Make your own deodorant and shaving cream. Check out the complete tutorial at The Small Object.

Saturday, April 11, 2009

Printables ...

Candybar wrappers ... notecards ... minibooks ... library cards ... plus more. Check out all the printables at Creature Comforts.

Friday, April 10, 2009

Margaret Sling Bag

Downloadable instructions and pattern in pdf format makes this bag super easy to make. Check out the complete tutorial at Oh Fransson.

Thursday, April 9, 2009

Freezer Food Labels


Organize your freezer. Check out the complete tutorial at The Small Object.

Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Paper Pens

Patterned paper spices up boring pens. Check out the complete tutorial at One Pearl Button.

Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Braided Rag Rug

Make yourself a braided rag rug. Check out the complete tutorial at Moda Bakeshop.

Fabric Easter Basket

Need an easter basket? Why not make one? Check out the complete tutorial at Moda Bakeshop.

Freezer Stencils


Make your own stencils using freezer paper. Check out the complete tutorial at Angry Chicken.