Sewing

A beach towel wrap is a fun and stylish way to cover up at the beach or pool after a swim. With hook-and-loop fasteners to keep the wrap in place and elastic to ensure a perfect fit, this project...

Making a felt tricorn hat for a pirate or 18th century costume will add authenticity to the look. The basic design is easy to make using a felt hat blank (a simple felt hat that can be shaped in...

For centuries, women have adorned their hats with pretty flowers made of paper or fabric. Collectors are rediscovering the beauty of vintage millinery flowers. Making these flowers isn't difficult...

Improve the look of lamp, computer and even chandelier cords with easy-to-make silk cord covers. You can sew these easy covers in just a few minutes and hide those unsightly cords. Larger cord...

Roman blinds offer you the ability to filter or block sunlight without completely closing off the window. A blind window treatment provides you with clean lines and a sophisticated style. You can...

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...

You can sew a changing table cover, whether the pad is flat or contoured, using just two pieces of fabric. A simple pillowcase-type cover with an opening will slip off easily for laundering, but...

Whether worn as formal attire or casual dress, many men enjoy the style and comfort of kilts. Because kilts use up to 9 yards of material, accurate measurements must be taken to provide a correct...

A hand made baby blanket makes a great shower gift and it's sure to be one of a kind, and treasured for years to come. You can make these in any colors you choose to match the babys room or other...

Stretching out almost the length of a yard, a double oven mitt will not only protect your hands but also can wrap around even the largest of casserole dishes, catching drips and giving the cook an...

You've found a really beautiful dress pattern you want to buy but, according to the size chart, it will not accommodate your bust size. Instead of putting the pattern back in the drawer, set it...

Dish soap aprons were a common kitchen accessory in the 1970s. Along with harvest gold and mushrooms, you could always find a frilly apron hugging the bottle of liquid dishwashing detergent next...

A round tablecloth is simple to make from any fabric. Depending on the size of the table and the desired drop length of the tablecloth, the tablecloth may be may from one piece of fabric or two or...

Find a house with children and that house will be full of child-sized accessories, gear and toys. In every time and culture, toys have been an integral part of child development. According to...

Holiday chair back covers are a festive way to temporarily decorate chairs for the holidays. Seasonal themes can be incorporated into the chair back covers, so you can simply remove the cover for...

Home sewn baby gifts are quickly becoming a lost art. In years past, babies could count on receiving heirloom quality gifts from the hands of many skilled needlewomen. In today's fast paced...

Children's bedding can often cost as much as, if not more than, bedding for larger-sized beds. Sewing your own comforter can save you a lot of money and take as little as an afternoon. With...

Sew pretty or whimsical place mats for yourself or to give as gifts to friends and family. Make sets of four or more in even numbers such as six or eight. Create a variety of themed place mats...

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...

Giving a round tablecloth a nice finish to the hem is fairly simple, and the process can be done either by hand or by sewing machine to give the tablecloth a professional look. The tablecloth can...

Handmade draperies add a level of customization to a home that is unmatched by anything. Such draperies are unmatched in quality and provide the exact appearance desired by their creator....

Roman shades with medium- to heavyweight fabric are often constructed using Roman shade tape which is a narrow-width tape that has small rings already attached. Using the pre-made tape is...

Bias tape is a really great method for finishing the edges of a piece when you can't create a hem. Because the fabric used to make the bias tape is cut on the diagonal of the fabric, it will...

When you make lined drapery panels, you'll protect your drapes from the damaging effects of sunlight and present a uniform appearance from outside the house. You'll need to take careful...

Dress forms are expensive and hard to find, especially if you need one in a plus size. They also have to be adjusted according to your measurements, but they are based on the typical contours of...

Foam sleeper chairs are convenient to have when there's a shortage of space or frequent visitors come to sleep over. Bulky sofa beds are uncomfortable and rigid. Air mattresses deflate when you...

Doctors are not the only ones interested in surgical masks. The general public is seeking these masks in high numbers to help protect against wandering germs and other contaminants. You can buy...

Single fold bias tape is useful for finishing the edges of garments, like skirt hems and dress armholes. Unlike double fold tape, single fold bias is never seen in the finished garment, but is...

Sewing is a wonderful pastime if you have the patience and a good artistic eye. Making your own clothes is a great way to make sure the clothes fit you properly and to save money. One of the...

Buying a purse or handbag from a store can easily set you back $50 on the low end of the scale, and several hundred dollars on the high end. Plus, if you want to be able mix and match purses with...

Once you've bought or made finished drapery panels, it's fairly simple to add pleats. You'll be able to custom-fit the panels to your windows and decide how much fullness you like. You'll also...

Baked potato bags are are a wonderful way to microwave moist and fluffy baked potatoes, and they are easy to make. These convenient bags make preparing a meal simple and for cleanup, they can be...

You can make trim for sewing in a variety of ways. Piping and bias binding are classic trims, and making your own piping or binding can allow you to perfectly coordinate your trims to a garment or...

A wide array of crafts can be made with fabric. As with any craft, there are guidelines to follow, but it is good to use your creativity as you are making your project. Wash your fabric prior to...

Box pleated drapes are formal, elegant window treatments. Traditional box pleats have to be designed, measured and folded accurately, but widely available pleating tape makes the process much...

Pinch pleat curtains have gathers spaced evenly to control their fullness. Measuring, cutting, marking and sewing the fabric for lined pinch pleat curtains requires careful planning, but pleating...

Making cushion covers from upholstery fabric takes a little time and patience, but most of the sewing involves making straight seams and is fairly easy to do. If you measure carefully and take...

Properly packing your sewing machine in a cabinet will help to ensure it arrives at its destination in good condition. Plan ahead of time how to pack the equipment and which carrier to use for...

Potholders are a wonderful item to sell at craft bazaars or to give as gifts, and can be created very quickly. The wide variety of novelty fabrics on the market today makes it easy to match colors...

Concerts are a time to to celebrate music with fellow fans. Making your own shirt is one way to show the crowd just how much you love the band you are going to see.

Invisible zippers are an attractive closure used mainly in evening and career wear. The popularity of invisible zippers for these categories of clothing is because the zipper does not show. When...

Crinoline cages, more popularly known as hoop skirts, are foundational garments worn under a skirt to give it a particular shape. Crinoline cages are normally widest at the hem of the skirt,...

Printing your own fabric is a creative way to establish your custom style and add personal flair to a project. With a few basic resources, you can design fabrics that complement a clothing...

Make your sewing room perfect by making well stocked sewing kits or boxes. Sewing, quilting and cross stitch patterns should be stored separately in clear plastic containers that can be stacked....

If you sew or alter clothing, it really helps to have a mannequin that is the proper size. Purchasing an adjustable mannequin that you can adjust as you lose and gain weight can cost quite a bit...

Have a stack of old jeans that can't be worn because they're too bacly torn or the seat's gone? Don't throw them out and don't despair. With a little effort and a few tools, you can make your...

Bedding can easily change the look of your bedroom. One cost effective, quick and easy way to change your bedding is to make a new queen duvet cover out of sheets. Duvet covers are easy to launder...

Corsets, which are historical foundation garments most used in the Victorian era, have become extremely popular as costume and clubwear. Although corsets are figure-flattering and fun to wear,...

Hand-embroidered greeting cards can be made from threads that vary widely in color, texture and thickness. They may be embellished with beads and other decorative material. The card stock,...

A dress form is a useful tool to have for sewing fitted garments such as blouses and gowns. Use of a dress form eliminates the need for multiple fittings of a garment while it is in process....