How-To: Child-Sized Messenger Bag
Ruby of Zaaberry shares her instructions for making a kid-sized version of a cute messenger bag that’s just right for little ones to tote around their most prized treasures. [via Sew, Mama, Sew! on Pinterest]
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How-To: Bleach Art Table Runners
Dora from Show Tell Share created these lovely Bleach Art Table Runners. In her post, she shares ideas for designing and making your own, including some great tips on successfully using bleach pens to decorate woven fabrics.
How-To: Sew Knit Fabrics without a Serger
The ever-brilliant Jamie of Prudent Baby takes the mystery and stress out of sewing with knits—even if you don’t have a serger! In her Sewing with Jersey 101 post, she shows you how to get great sewing results with stretchy fabrics by using common sewing machine accessories like a double needle and a walking foot. […]
Rainbow Granny Square Parasol
This rainbow granny square parasol from babukatorium is out -of-control cute. It would be such a cheery way to provide some shade on a sunny walk in the park. [via Knithacker]
How-To: Fold-Over Clutch
Need a new on-the-go handbag for fall? Try this simple fold-over clutch tutorial from jessyratfink on Instructables. It’s cute, functional, and a perfect weekend project! [Via One Pretty Thing]
Free Motion Embroidery: Paul Nosa
One day Paul Nosa, having no prior applicable training, started using a sewing machine to express his own imagination. The result is Free Motion Embroidery, which he demonstrates at Maker Faire Bay Area 2011. Taking cues from customers, may of his items are made to order, and watching him perform his craft is as rewarding […]
10 Sewing Projects for Every Room
Ever look around your home wondering what sewing project you could do to bring it up a notch? I totally do, and have a helpful list thanks to your-home Apartment Therapy. My favorite is this DIY spin on a ruffled shower curtain. Such a functional piece can be so beautiful!