There are a ton of quilt patterns here that you can download for free. Or just let them ispire you to make your own. Remember you can use a quilt pattern to make a pillow with a "square" on one or both sides. Same with a tote bag. You can use a series of quilt squares to make a table runner. There are always smaller quilts that are used for … [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...]
Recycled Juice Pouch Lunch Bag/Tote Bag/Beach Bag
I love how some of the juice pouches are so colorful and have great pictures of fruit on them. This Inststructable shows how to make a great lunch bag or tote bag from these pouches. You can make it any size you like. These would make great beach bags since they are waterproof!The pouches really do last a long time. Of course that means they … [Read more...]
Video: Make Ribbon Roses or Fabric Roses
I like this video tutorial for making ribbon/fabric roses because you get to see exactly how the steps look. Too many directions for this are confusing without the video. The main thing about making fabric roses & flowers is to practice a lot. You will get a feel for it after a few of these. Don't expect perfection on your first few tries. … [Read more...]
Sew a Hooded Scarf or Scoodie
This is cute. It's like a hood with ends that wrap around your neck like a scarf. You can make it in fleece to be cozy or another fun fabric. Or choose an elegant fabric like lace, satin, velvet, etc. If you are unsure about the sizing, make a practice one first with some old fabric, like an old pillow case or sheet. Then you can make it in the … [Read more...]
25 Projects for Old Jeans
Very cool & some great gift ideas.Click title for link at WiseBread … [Read more...]
Sew a Girl’s Headband
This is a really easy project & a very sweet-looking girl shows how to make this back-to-school headband. Some older girls will like it too.Great for recycling old clothes too!Click title for link. … [Read more...]