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The same heat that makes curling irons so effective at styling hair also makes it difficult to put them away after use. You have to wait for the iron to cool off before you store it. Often this...

If you accidentally leave your rotary cutting mat in the car on a hot day or absentmindedly run a warm iron over it, you'll be left with a useless, warped cutting mat. But before you discard your...

Making your own iron-on fabric transfers is simple to do and requires no special equipment or art skills. You can create colorful iron-on shapes to decorate any fabric item, such as clothing,...

The term "pocket book" may conjure images of your grandma clutching a purse made in the 1960s. Today's pocket book, however, is small and handy with just enough space for your lipstick, cash,...

You can make personalized T-shirt designs with HP Iron-On T-Shirt Transfers. Create a design on your computer and print it on the transfer sheet using your inkjet printer. After printing, transfer...

Curling irons come in various types and sizes. A custom made curling iron holder is a great way to properly maintain the finish on the curling iron barrel and to protect the appliance from wear...

Most sewing pattern pieces are printed on tissue paper, not the most durable material, especially after several uses. Whether you're an experienced seamstress or a novice with your first...

Curling irons are a common appliance in bathrooms, but if you travel, work out at the gym or do a quick touch-up after work, they can slow you down as you wait for them to cool enough to pack. Sew...

A small hole in a piece of clothing doesn't have to mean the end of that item in your wardrobe. You can easily mend a hole in any fabric with a few simple supplies and tricks. Keep your wardrobe...

The term appliqué is a French word meaning "applied or fastened to." The technique of fabric application with stitched edging has a long history throughout many cultures in various forms....

Cloth napkins don't need to be for those once-a-year formal dinners. You can make your own cloth napkins in fun or simple patterns and use them every day. It may surprise you how much money you...

Adding decorative trim to a garment can change the entire look and spruce up clothing that needs revamping. If you have experience sewing, it is simple and painless, and will save you from having...

Make a beautiful table runners that are 54 inches long to enhance any table setting. Sew runners with decorative themes for weddings, holidays, birthdays and special events. Runners are about 12...

Transform a plain mailbox with a decorative fabric or vinyl cover. Whether it's themed or seasonal such as Christmas, Easter, spring or fall, create a festive cover for your own mailbox or make...

Celebrate a holiday, season or event by sewing a festive and colorful flag to display in your garden. Design your own large or small fabric flag to hang from a pole, tree or fence. Children and...

Table runners are simple to make and can be very inexpensive, depending on the type of fabric you choose. Whether you make plain runners for everyday table decor or create gifts using...

Retailers know the selling power of a doll made in someone's image. A re-creation of a child or an adult as a child into doll form is both cherished and collectible. The construction of a doll...

Although lace is a little more expensive than regular fabrics, it adds a special touch that no other fabric can. Though lace can be a more challenging than other fabrics to work with because of...

Making a set of vinyl or fabric placemats can be among the easiest sewing projects you have ever undertaken, that is, if you keep the placemats simple. These instructions work for either vinyl or...

Create decorative table runners to enhance a table setting, holiday decor or special event such as a birthday. Generally long and narrow in shape, there are no hard rules about the design, the...

When your child is headed off to daycare or to school, there is often a need to personalize coats and jackets in order to make sure your little one comes home wearing the same outerwear he/she...

In today's economy, it's hard to buy a T-shirt to support each one of your favorite artists. A great way to display your musical tastes and to save money is to make your own T-shirt at home using...

Printing personalized labels onto fabric has many useful purposes, including showcasing a handmade craft project, labeling children's clothing, embellishing scrapbook pages and creating gift tags....

Are you tired of your sewing patterns ripping, tearing, folding in half; making them difficult to work with? I have a solution for you.

Many advances have been made in the area of fabric paints, and using these paints on iron-on transfers is no exception. It is possible to achieve quality results by implementing proper techniques...

How to make triangle fold coaster

Making fabric flowers for handbags can be as simple as cutting out petal and leaf shapes and gluing them onto a vinyl purse, or as complex as multi-layered creations of fabric, feathers and beads...

Sarong is a Maylay word meaning "covering" and is traditionally worn by both men and women in the South Pacific. Although sarongs have a rich history, they are becoming more mainstream,...

The fun of dressing up a baby is coordinating a little outfit with the perfect matching booties. Create charming, simple booties of your own design to match your baby's outfits by sewing baby...

The women's shirt known as a peasant blouse is a staple in any "working class" outfit dating from the late 1400s to at least the middle 1700s. The peasant blouse also saw a return in popularity...

If you have the perfect idea for a t-shirt design or another fabric craft and can't find it in stores, iron-on transfers are a simple way to make it happen. They can be bought in stores or printed...

You can use a simple three-layered fabric tube wrapped securely around a cup to insulate hot or cold beverages. Not only will the beverages stay at the desired temperature longer, but your hand...

Iron ons are images that can be applied on fabric with the heat of an iron. They are commonly used to transfer images onto T-shirts and offer people a way to create their own original clothing...

Three Easy Steps to a Professional Look In today's busy world. It is important that garments are long-lasting and stay looking new. Follow these simple steps to make sure your garments stay...

My mother doesn't sew at all but I tough her how to sew these wall hangings so I hope I can teach you how to do it too. I had the how to on this subject once but somehow it go deleted off so here...

Clothing labels are a useful addition to your hand-sewn or knitted garments. A label adds a personal touch and provides care instructions. For do-it-yourself clothing labels, choose one of many...

The collar interfacing should be placed onto the inside of the dress fabric and ironed on to adhere it to the material's surface. Iron the inner lining fabric on top of the collar fabric with...

Creating your own custom Soffe shorts is a fun and easy way to get involved in school spirit, personalize your shorts to match your style or create a great matching look for groups and clubs. ...

Fusible webbing is often used as backing on applique pieces or as a heat set method to combine two pieces of fabric instead of sewing them. Fusible web is fused to the fabric using heat, most...

A bed buddy is a wonderful little pillow filled with rice that you heat up and place under the covers to keep your feet warm at night. Homemade bed buddies make thoughtful, inexpensive Christmas...

Creating your own school T-shirt is a fun and easy way to get involved in school spirit, contribute to your classmates and get excited about your education. Creating your own shirt shows off...

Quilters know that creating a beautiful quilt can involve a good deal of time along with some painstaking craftsmanship. So when a technique comes along that greatly simplifies the quilt making...

A fabric sash can be a colorful and versatile fashion accessory for both women and men. Rather than purchasing an expensive sash that may not exactly suit your style, find the perfect fabric and...

Whether you're wrapping presents, decorating, participating in grade school art class, or dedicating that new hospital you have built as a charitable tax write off, ribbon cutting is as close to a...

Making a tasteful purse from simple kitchen linen items might seem like an impossible undertaking, but it is relatively simple if you follow a few easy steps. This stylish clutch is made from a...

It is not hard to make your own iron-on rhinestones. Rhinestones are beautiful low-cost items that have been used for many years to adorn fabrics and clothing. Rhinestones were originally...

Handmade dishcloths are inexpensive, make nice gifts, are washable and fall into the go-green aspect. To make your dishcloths, you only need the few items below along with basic instructions....

Tiny, evenly spaced pintucks add a decorative touch to baby clothes and heirloom sewing projects. You don't need a double-needle sewing machine to sew pintucks. Here's how to sew them with a...

A denim vest is a versatile and unique accessory. It's as easy to make as a regular vest and only requires a little extra attention to get the look you want----whether it's dressing it up or...

Decorating fabric is an easy way to jazz up old clothes or create special craft projects. Satin ribbon is an inexpensive decoration that is also simple to apply to fabric. Follow these tips.