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By Sarah Forhan 3 comments
A Microwaveable Heating Pad makes a wonderful gift. Attach a note to present on how to use and launder... more »
By Nicandab 1 comments
Searching and paying way too much for pillows that match your decor is over! These easy, made-in-minutes pillows don't require you to make a stitch at all and come out looking wonderful!.. more »
By designervcu 1 comments
This is a very simple way to get a nice purse very inexpensively and in a relatively short amount of time... more »
By CCrock 7 comments
Make this special pillow for the children in your life that has a little pocket to put their tooth in and for the tooth fairy to leave a surprise. Even if you are not particularly crafty, this is a super simple and fast project! No Sewing Required!.. more »
By mistymq 2 comments
Would you like to be able to swap out your throw pillows to suit different seasons, holidays, or decorating choices? Well now you can and all without the added hassle or expense associated with picking out new pillows or storing them until ... more »
By Sydnee 0 comments
Make fun bows for any little girl! Using only ribbon, needle and thread!.. more »
By eHow Fashion, Style & Personal Care Editor 0 comments
No hippie would be caught dead without sandals or flip-flops. But if you really want to impress the other drop-outs, you can make sandals with an old tire. They require cheap scavenged materials, and, with a little work, they can be quite ... more »
By mbatmra2 2 comments
Everyone knows how to make a simple basic catnip toy and I continue to see many shapes and sizes at craft shows and bazaars. But I came up with the secret of making the best cat toy ever that your cats will just love! My cats go back over and ... more »
By mistymq 3 comments
Love the look of the little decorator accents so many people wear in their Crocks and other holey plastic shoes? I was shocked to find out they run $5 or more a set; and a set is usually only 5 or 6 items. Now, you can make your own for a ... more »
By msmarymac 0 comments
Plan a night in with the girls! It’s easy to plan a fun and creative evening with your girlfriends by organizing a sewing (and complaining) party... more »
By mistymq 8 comments
There was a time when sewing was a way of saving your family money; you could purchase a pattern, fabric, and your notions cheaper than what you could buy the product. Unfortunately, that is seldom true today. With current fabric prices it can ... more »
By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor 0 comments
If you experience muscle tension in your back and/or shoulders when you sew, your sewing table may not be of the correct height. Ergonomic considerations are key when you are about to select a sewing table. Here's what you need to know:.. more »
By Sondrac 9 comments
Jeans torn on the knees, can easily be transformed into a cute and a one-of-a-kind jean skirt... more »
By Cherst1031 4 comments
Some babies have medical issues that make dressing them difficult. For example, if the baby has a feeding tube or is on oxygen, pullover clothes are out. Also, if the baby is in the hospital and needs to have monitors, such as an oxygen ... more »
By espradlin 0 comments
I know there is a market for local goods amongst the elderly, the dirty little secret of etsy.com is that there is a market for local goods for the young too. This site can totally save you in a bind with awesome, modern gifts that are homemade ... more »
By mistymq 9 comments
If you are like me, you have a box, bag, or basket of mix-matched socks you’ve set aside over the years. It doesn’t really matter whether one of them got a hole in it, got bleached, or just mysteriously disappeared. Something keeps you from ... more »
By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor 5 comments
Doing cross-stitch is easy, fun and relaxing. Keep these instructions in mind when you work a cross-stitch project... more »
By mistymq 1 comments
If you are short on time or patience and need a faster way to add ruffles to your items this may be JUST what you are looking for. I’ve been sewing for years and with a child in the house any short cut you can find is deeply appreciated. So ... more »
By kellyhelene 0 comments
Most people don't realize that almost all commercial patterns are designed for a B cup bust. This is how to tweak your pattern to fit a larger cup size... more »
By Deanna H 3 comments
If you're seeing knots or tangles of thread on the underside of a project when sewing there are a few different things you can look at... more »
By smidgen 5 comments
Have you ever wondered about those rugs that you see in people's houses that are sturdy and have a country flair to them? Do you have so many old clothes that you don't want to throw them out but you want to make something practical out them that ... more »
By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor 0 comments
Polar fleece is a wonderfully simple fabric to work with and has many uses. Jackets, hats, pants, scarves, blankets and more can all be made with polar fleece. One of the keys to a successful polar fleece project is choosing the right fleece for it... more »
By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor 1 comments
One of the benefits of sewing your own garments is being able to choose design elements that will flatter your shape. These guidelines will come in handy when you're choosing off-the-rack garments as well... more »
By creativemayhem 1 comments
Want to dye fabric? Don't know what fabric dye to use? This is a quick and easy guide to figure out what dye is best for your fabric... more »
By janetarcola 0 comments
Before I had a family and house to take care of, I had all day to devote to projects or large chores. But after having a family and buying a house, it seemed there was little time left to work on anything other than necessary day to day chores. ... more »