Couture for Children

Hair bands and ribbons go together in many ways to create pretty and eye-catching hairpieces for girls of all ages. Limited only by your imagination, there's no end to the unusual and beautiful...

This was a pattern I made for a purse I used for Halloween 2009. Although I used this for a Halloween costume, it would also make a great gift for any young girl who enjoys Strawberry Shortcake...

It makes a litle girl feel like a princess, a teenager like a budding beauty and an adult like she's finally reached the pinnacle of life! There's something so romantic about a canopy bed and...

Scrunchies can be a great way for cheerleaders to show their team spirit while keeping their hair out of their face while they're on the field cheering on their team. You can buy scrunchies in...

My aunt Lucy showed me how to do this in England. It is very pretty and very delicate-looking.Your choice of fabric would depend on who it was for and what their colour-scheme is. This would be a...

WOW, Christmas is coming and you have a lot of gifts to get.

Being a girl in highschool these days comes with so much stress. Not only do they need to do well in school but taking honors courses and A.P. courses are now the norm. Add to the academic...

Unless you have access to a welder and a supply of sheet metal, you'll need to make your costume out of less authentic materials. To create a fairly simple Master Chief costume from the Halo video...

Become a wise saver/shopper. Coupons have always been around; now they are especially popular. 2009 had over 10 Million coupons released digitally so far.

Browse the hair accessory aisle at the store and you may be picking up your jaw on the way out. Outfitting that special little girl in your life with hairbows and barrettes does not have to be a...

With so many cute things to buy for children these days, the prices can really start adding up quickly. So many things on the market can easily be made at home, especially many trendy items. Many...

Have you seen those all too cute tutu shirts on all the celebs baby girls? Follow the directions below to create a cute tutu creation of your own.

Fairies seem to be the latest trend in young girls’ Halloween costumes. This article will guide you through the steps to create an inexpensive, easy, and quick girl’s fairy costume without a...

Created in the 1920s by Walt Disney, Minnie Mouse has been a pop culture icon for decades. She was first drawn as a flapper girl, to appeal strongly to the younger generation. But she soon...

Little boys often enjoy playing dress-ups. And older boys will experiment with their fashion statement. Encouraging boys to play these games will help them develop a fashion sense later in life....

How to create a Tutu in any size.

If you are on a budget as you get ready for back to school shopping, then try these simple tips. Your kids can look like a million bucks without having to spend that much.

Does your child have a favorite tee shirt that is one to two sizes too small? Or maybe you paid a little too much money for it, and you cannot believe she has outgrown it so quickly. For whatever...

A korker bow is a popular hair bow made from ribbons. The ribbons may be one color or more than one color and are shaped into a corkscrew shape before they are cut and used to assemble the hair...

This is an easy and inexpensive way to design a shabby chic girls hat or beanie. Accessories such as beanies, hats etc. can have more than one purpose. It doesn't have to just keep you warm or...

Girls' fashion has really been spiced up in the last few seasons. Creativity and individuality are important qualities found in today's girls' fashion. Bright, bold colors mixed with peace signs,...

I started making these little purses when I was six years old and learning to knit. It made it more interesting to end up with an article that could be used, as opposed to a practice square.

Official NFL merchandise is distributed through many sources and vendors. Every team is responsible for its own local merchandising, while the NFL has several LLCs licensed to distribute their...

People have been getting tattooed for thousands of years for various reasons. Tattooing is an art form that extends beyond superficial beauty. Tattoos have deep cultural and symbolic meanings that...

Nothing brightens up a hairdo like a cute bow. Hair bows come in every color imaginable on headbands, scarves, clips, and ponytail holders. They can be worn in a multitude of hairstyles. Although...

Korkers are the brightly colored and curled fabric ribbons that most often adorn little girl's hair accessories. They can also be used on costumes, as shoe accessories and to embellish picture...

Ribbon hair bows are a popular way to adorn little girls' hair. When hair is pulled back into pony tails, pig tails, or simply off of the face and held in place with a hair bow, the effect is...

A clippy is a metal hair barrette that snaps over hair to hold it in place. There are many different ways to decorate hair clippies to create unique and attractive hair pieces. With hot glue and...

Costumes for a career day for children are extremely easy to procure and are a fun way for children to express themselves and an interest in their future vocation. Many of these costumes can be...

Leg warmers of today aren't the sports-only socks they were in the 1970s and '80s: even infant and children's clothing design companies like Babylegs are making cute and practical leg warmers for...

Who doesn't love dressing their child up in those adorable smocked and heirloom classics? Let us not forget those trendy boutique items as well. The problem is that these items can be, well...

So you think your baby should be in magazines? Many parents feel they have a baby cute enough to do advertising. In many cases, this is true, but it takes more than cute looks to get your baby...

Making space costumes is all about deciding what type of space-traveler you want to be. Do you want to be an alien monster, a realistic modern astronaut, a 1950s-style futuristic humanoid or some...

Fleece is wool shorn from sheep or a similar animal. Modern-day fleece hats and clothing are made from a synthetic fabric. Fleece hats are common winter accessories worn by women, men and children...

If you want to learn the in's and out's of dressing your child like a little rock star, follow these steps and you will be on your way.

For little girls, hair bows add that extra special touch and help complete any look. If you have ever thought about making your own hair bows, consider using alligator clips instead of snap clips....

A lot of clothing and other products are designed for children or teens rather than for adults. For these products and clothes, it doesn't make sense for adults to model them. Modeling agencies...

Hair bows are a beautiful way to add that special finishing touch to any little girl's outfit. Hair bows are sold everywhere; from boutique stores to department stores, you can find a wide variety...

Designing clothes for girls is easier than you might think. Most children's garments are based upon simple shapes, with the majority of the design in the details. If you want to design clothes for...

Tired of shelling out big dollars for hooded sweatshirts. Make your own Hip-Hop (or any other theme) hoodies for virtually no money with a few things you've already got around the house. I made...

Designing clothes for the preteen market is a great way to learn the ropes. Because most apparel created for this market is basic, it allows you to perfect your craft and skills before moving on...

Making your own patterns for children's clothing allows you to make clothes for your children over and over again. The pattern provides the guide for the apparel, allowing you to create custom...

Making ribbon braids for your daughters hair is great way to show school spirit, team unity, holiday festivity, or just for plain fun. There are many ways to create a ribbon braid, but the...

If you have a little girl who loves all things frilly and pretty, then chances are you are collecting hair bows of every shape, size and color. While this could be an expensive pursuit if you were...

Becoming a model is the dream of many young girls, but it’s not all glamour and fun. Modeling is hard work that requires a high level of self-esteem, common sense and confidence. Breaking into the...

Buying children's name brand clothes can be very expensive if you have more than 1 child. Do you want to keep your little one wearing name brand clothes that are better quality without having to...

Have you ever seen the handmade tie knot quilts that everyone raves about? Why not try the same idea when making a scarf? It's easy and fun for the whole family.

Money is tight for just about everyone these days but we will always have the expense of dressing our kids and ourselves in the latest fashions. I will show you the simple tricks to get BIG...

Searching for Spongebob Air Force Ones and can't find them anywhere? Or have you found a pair, but they weren't the RIGHT pair? Fret not, I'm about to tell you exactly how to get your pair- you...

When it comes to fashion design, children's clothing is a special area. Since children are constantly growing and replacing their clothes, the market for this area of apparel will always be a...