Sewing

If you are looking for a way to decorate your home, consider making outdoor ribbon flowers. Ribbon flowers give the appearance of being real outdoor flowers from far away, but once you examine the...

Sew fabric gift bags from scraps for a recycle crafts project. Kids just love to have a bag to put their little items in--even boys like a fabric gift bag. Gift bags are so easy to make, you can...

Sew a fat cat Christmas ornament for your Christmas tree this year. These are fun and easy, and may entertain your cat and your children. These are country cats, made of chintz and quilting...

You feet can get quite cold during the cold fall and winter months, especially when you sit or lie still for an extended period of time, such as when you watch a movie or read a book. Instead of...

Sewing a pleated skirt is an easy task to perform. Use a skirt pattern to know the amount of fabric needed to get started making your pleated skirt. A pleat is a several folds around the length...

To make a child's craft apron or smock you need just a few skills. You need to be able to measure, cut material and sew a little either by hand or by machine. I do machine as it is faster but if...

Bows are used everywhere, from gifts, to shoes, to Christmas decorations and everywhere in between. Considering they are found in so many places, don't you want to make sure you know how to...

Shabby Chic is a decorating style that was pioneered by Rachel Ashwell in the late '80s--and the lived-in, on and around look continues to be a favorite for many. Inspired by the worn look common...

Teddy Bear pajama bags are as useful as they are cute. Most pajama bags cost a pretty penny, unless you make it yourself. But making your own is time consuming. Save yourself a lot of work - start...

A man's ties can still be useful even after he has grown tired of wearing them or they have gone out of style. And if he still has some of those fat ties from the '70s in his closet, now is the...

If you’re interested in “wearing your baby”, you’ve probably looked into baby wraps. These are long strips of breathable cotton or cotton blends that have a small amount of give. Commercial...

Snuggie can have may good uses from riding in a car to working on the computer. With the warmth of a blanket around your body, but being able to have your hands free, snuggies are great to have...

Simple to construct and easy to wear, sundresses in a variety of fabrics can make any girl or woman feel ladylike and simply elegant during summertime. Learning how to make your own sundresses...

Making a set of leg warmers is not a difficult project. You can buy girls' or women's knee socks and make a set this way. You can also pick up a crochet hook and a ball of yarn and crochet a set.

If you need a hooded cape for a Halloween costume, a play, or to wear to an event such as a Renaissance fair, you can whip one up in a short time. Use a rough, nappy fabric to make a cape that a...

This is a quick and easy way to make a money belt for those who have basic skills sewing. I choose to be flexible in stitching and folding the fabric, so my pouch may look a bit different from...

A stuffed toy monkey made from brown work socks delights children today like it has for decades. Make one for a special child - or for yourself to recall happy days as a kid with your own sock...

These traditional rugs are beautiful and easy to make, and can be made in any size. You can also make smaller versions to use for pot holders. They also make great items to sell at craft booths,...

What looks or feels as nice on a hot summer night as a cool, pretty sun dress. There are several ways you can go about it if you want to know how to make a sun dress. But I will share with you...

Making a custom round tablecloth is a simple home decor project that can be finished in under an hour. Almost any type of fabric can be used, although washable materials are easier to maintain....

PE-DESIGN Lite is an awesome mid-range machine embroidery digitizing software application with a reasonable price for amateur and simple digitizing needs. Produced by Brother, embroidery files...

This bonnet is made using a hanky and is a simple and fast sewing project to undertake. Hanky bonnets are wonderful, thoughtful heirlooms for baby shower gifts. The bonnet can be worn on the...

The bobbin in a sewing machine contains thread to create the bottom part of a seam. The bobbin can be plastic or metal. The bobbin fits into a bobbin case and that case is inserted into the...

Pajama pants or lounge pants are extremely popular and fashionable with many different groups of people. Along with this popularity, unfortunately, comes high prices for these pajama pants if you...

T-shirts are versatile shirts that can be worn with casual attire or dressed up for a more formal event. Unfortunately, sometimes T-shirts fit too loosely and never seem to fit the body properly....

Even though wine glasses seldom generate the condensation that makes coasters necessary, the trend towards dressing up your stemware is a fun way to continue the theme of a party or to protect...

I've never been a fan of wire coat hangers, but somehow, even though I don't do a lot of dry cleaning, they end up in the home anyway. One way to make them a bit more user-friendly is to transform...

Making duvet covers from sheets is an exceptionally easy sewing project, and requires only basic sewing skills for the buttonholes and seams. Additionally, since two flat sheets usually cost...

The back lacing for an authentic reproduction 1860s ball gown can be sewn by hand in a neat and period way, with matching lacing. Civil War-era ball gowns had closely-spaced eyelets, about an inch...

The Quinceaños celebration, a coming-of-age party for Latin American girls, often involves as much preparation as a wedding. A Quinceañera dress is traditionally a big, elaborate ball...

The slip stitch, or blind hem, works on hems and is almost invisible on both sides. Learn to hand sew slip stitches from a fashion designer in this free sewing video.

The back stitch adds more strength to the stitch than a basic running stitch. Learn to hand sew back stitches from a fashion designer in this free sewing video.

Book bags useful for a trip to the library or as an alternative to plastic bags. Every book lover should have one. Follow this simple pattern and your books will thank you.

Waldorf doll hair is typically made of wool or mohair yarns and can be applied in several different ways. The hair can be sewn into place or a wig can be created. Making a wig allows for more hair...

Stuffed animals can be a child's best friend. A sock monkey makes the perfect stuffed animal. Not only is it made by hand and with love, it can be customized to match the child's personality. Sock...

In these tough economic times, saving money is at the forefront of all our minds. Parents always want the best for their children, but as we all know, necessities can be very expensive! With...

Learn how to make a hobbled Roman shade with these step-by-step instructions. A hobbled Roman shade is a Roman shade that has permanent pleats when completely lowered and neatly pleats and stacks...

Drawstring bags can be made in many different sizes and used for many different purposes. A larger drawstring bag can be used as a reusable grocery bag or a tote bag to carry knitting and other...

Denim clothing never goes out of style. It's attractive and durable, perfect for most casual occasions. Denim is most common as the fabric in jeans, but is also used for shirts, jackets, skirts,...

Threading a Brother sewing machine may seem complicated to someone who does not have experience with the Brother brand, but the procedure is similar to that of many other popular models. Often,...

No animals have to give up their lives for you to satisfy your "wild-thing" impulses. Just make sure your clothes and accessories are trimmed with faux (fake) fur to enjoy high fashion as well as...

Making a leather purse is not much different from making a fabric purse or a canvas one, but the results in each case are vastly different. You can make a leather handbag using the same sewing...

Creating a bed comforter is an inexpensive, moderate, and creative way to express your personal style. Most comforter sets will run you around $100 in the store, and they just might not be...

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Especially useful if you have a thick or thin mattress. I will be posting another article with instructions for comforter to match your new sheet.

The tiered tulle skirt is popular with big and little girls. Whether you are making one for your four-year-old or your 14-year-old, the basic construction is the same. With just a bit of elastic,...

If you want a simple backpack to tote things around the beach or the park, or for general sporadic use, making a backpack yourself can be an inexpensive alternative to the pricey bags found at the...

I've been toying with the idea of reconstructed clothing for a while now, but I am lacking in the sewing skills department. I decided to start out with a simple project that requires very little...

Making and wearing beaded hip scarves is a fashionable way to add some fun to your party wardrobe. They also are staples of belly dancers' outfits. The hip scarf that is described below uses bead...

Making dresses for a Barbie doll is a fun hobby as well as a great way to build up your sewing abilities. In fact, many of the construction and sewing details are not that much different from...