Knit Ruffle Pants

How cute are these? Check out the complete tutorial at 60 piggies, no pattern included ... she gives vague measurements for a 4t.

Kindle Nook EReader Covers

soooooo my sister is getting a Kindle for Christmas which made me start looking for tutorials on making covers ... why not share my research?

http://www.onepearlbutton.com/2009/10/tutorial-book-style-kindle-cover.html

http://www.chicaandjo.com/2009/09/03/make-a-custom-kindle-cover-case/

http://www.etsy.com/listing/62096806/padded-nook-new-generation-kindle?ref=v1_other_2

http://www.etsy.com/search_results.php?search_query=pdf+sewing+pattern+kindle&search_type=handmade&shopname=BirdifulStitches

https://www.youcanmakethis.com/info/featured-products/sew-spoiled-ipad-folding-case.htm

(not for a kindle, but you could adjust the measurements)

http://www.mobileread.com/forums/showthread.php?t=95009

Pattern Draftings

Lier at ikatbag and jen at mymeasureingtape did a whole series on drafting patterns, geared especially towards children's wear. Check out the WHOLE SERIES!!

Resources on Hairbows and Headbands

After I had my first daughter I started scouring the internet for instructions on how to make hair bows. I bought some instructions as well ... but here are my favorite free resources ...

http://makebowsandmore.blogspot.com/

http://www.hair-hardware.com/pinwheelbowtemplate.html

(scroll all the way down for more free tutorials)

http://poshnpretty.com/ (GREAT PRICES ON SUPPLIES!)

http://www.hipgirlclips.com/store/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=31

http://www.girlythingsbows.com/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYm3z6xWY8I

http://www.scribd.com/doc/3287604/Make-Boutique-Bows

http://tutusbowsandmore.com/pages/boutiquebowinstructs.htm

http://www.scribd.com/doc/3276459/Ribbon-Woven-Headband-Instructions

http://nylonheadbands.blogspot.com/

http://toggleheadbands.blogspot.com/

http://toggleheadbands.blogspot.com/2009/03/no-slip-grip-for-headbands.html

Dyeing

I LOVE dyeing fabric ... here are some tutorials to give you some inspiration and get you started.

Spray Dyeing

Sprinkle Dyeing

Dip-Dyeing/OmbreDyeing

(Gradient Tights, more Gradient Dip-Dyed Tights, more Gradient Dyeing, Ombre on Martha Stewart)

Fiber Reactive Dyes use like acid dyes -- use for proteins (wool & silk, and some nylons) ...

Garbage Bag Dyeing, Immersion Dyeing, Silk in a Microwave

Tiny Tights to Knee High Socks

Can you say "CUTE" ?!?! Love them ... Check out the complete tutorial at Ruffles and Stuff.

DIY Rolling Rack

I want one ... but in pink, what do you think?! Check out Hrrrthrrr for the complete tutorial.

Lovely Fabric Flower

We've all seen the singe-ed fabric flowers, but this one looks more complicated. LOVE LOVE LOVE it. I love how realistic is looks compared to other fabric flowers. Check out Simply Vintage Girl for the complete tutorial.

Sailing on the Lake Blouse (Tutorial and Pattern)

Easy breezy ... I have some charmeuse that is just screaming to be made into this top!! Love it! Check out the complete tutorial and printable pattern at Sewing Princess.

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P.S. did you see the link of the previous entry?! links to videos on how to draft patterns in illustrator ... LOVE!! i can't wait to start doing mine that way!

Nap Mat / Bed Roll

Are you kidding me?! This is adorable. Check out the complete tutorial at Prudent Baby.

Interfacing

Some really great tips, geared towards making handbags, but applies to interfacing in general. Check out You Sew, Girl! for the complete tutorial.

Gathered Scarf using Elastic Thread

Check out Craft for the complete tutorial.

Swaddle Blanket with Self Binding

It looks more complicated that it really is. Check out Tea Rose Home for the complete tutorial.

How make a Braided Ribbon Headband

Check out the complete tutorial at Skip to My Lou.

Magnetic Bookmark

How to, with free printable pdf designs, check out Wild Olive. She mentions a specific magnetic tape, but office supply stores sell thin printable magnetic paper that you could cut to size and use instead ... just an idea. (BTW ... i make my own magnetic bookmarks ... my kids have a tendency to throw my books around and regular ones slip right out waaaaaay too often!!)