I was not cut out to be a seamstress. My mom was a gifted seamstress who made couture level clothing that caused distraction in church nearly every Sunday. We didn't have a lot of money, but Mom's sewing made us feel pampered. Mom grew up very poor and was determined to learn to sew beautiful things to wear. She accomplished that goal and … [Read more...]
Sew Simple Pajama Shorts
My mom used to make these for our boys. She'd choose fabric with sharks, boats, or animals on it & the boys seemed to like them. Your kids might like to choose their own fabric. They are nice and cool to wear for a sleepover or relaxing around the house.These pj shorts take about an evening to make if you have intermediate level sewing skills. … [Read more...]
Elegant Rosette Ribbon Flower Embellishment to Make
This hint of a flower or slightly abstract rosette is such an elegant embellishment made with satin ribbon. It's an old technique that you almost never find directions for. Thanks to Kenneth King who contributed this great tutorial to Threads magazine we can all make this intriguing pouf of a flower. It's a great embellishment to a dress or … [Read more...]
Tutorial: Recycle Sweater into Soft Infinity Scarf
Choose a soft sweater that is not too thick for this so that it will drape nicely. If you can find a cashmere sweater, so much the better! Click title for lnk at AllFreeSewing. Click on the label "recycle sweater" below this post for ideas o use the rest of the sweater. … [Read more...]
Sew a Vest for Style and Maybe Warmth
A family memeber wore a gorgeous vest during the Christmas holidays. She has a lot of fashion sense and wore it with several outfits making it look different each time. It was a simple vest, but was made of artificial fur that was very soft and similar to "moutton" or lamb fur. She had it in a natural beige, the color of sheep & it was longer … [Read more...]
Sew Easy: BBQ Apron or Baker’s Apron
I love those big chef's aprons to wear when I'm doing holiday baking. If you know someone who bakes a lot, why not make them a special apron for it? It could be in a holiday print or a print with some kind of kitchen theme. If it's a solid fabric, dress it up a little with some embellishements, like ruffles, embroidery, lace, rhinestones, etc. … [Read more...]
Stay Cool Tip: Sew a Caftan or Beach Cover Up
I own 3 caftans & love them all. They are simply the most comfortable garments ever invented! You will stay cool in a caftan unless you make it from heavy fabric. I prefer a smooth cotton in an interesting pattern. The air flows all around you when you are wearing a caftan because it is supposed to fit you loosely. If you are hot when … [Read more...]