Magic Mirror Sock Pattern
Jeannie on Sewing, Knitting, and Beyond has a free pattern on her site to knit up these Magic Mirror Socks. I love the waves this pattern makes. [ via Lime & Violet ]
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Refashion Girl’s Jeans into a Fiesta Skirt
Simone at Crafty Daisies shows you how to refashion girl’s jeans into a cute fiesta skirt.
ThreadHeads – Fashion Inspiration with Jared Gold
Rob and Corrine give us a dose of fashion inspiration as they visit with fashion designer Jared Gold who shows off his offbeat style, which includes Swarovski crystal cockroaches as jewelry! You’ll also learn some sewing techniques from Jared on how to create an effect of a scrunched up t-shirt.
Summer Knitty
The Summer issue of Knitty is now up! I love this mod style knit hat called Couvercle by Kira Dulaney. [ via Lime & Violet ]
Make Your Own Ruby Slippers
Yes, I admit that after watching The Wizard of Oz as a kid, I dreamed of my own pair of ruby slippers. I just loved how they sparkled. Now Crafty Crafty has a round up of tutorials on how to make your own ruby slippers. So adorable!
Japanese Knot Bag Tutorial
Helen of Show Your Workings has a tutorial and PDF pattern on how to sew this stylish Japanese knot bag. [ via Whip Up ]
Beat the Heat with a Heat Wave Vest
Terence from ArjoDesign found a crafty way to beat the heat during the weekend heat wave in NY. He made a safari-style vest out of muslin with huge pockets that are just the right size for ice packs. Learn more about the Heat Wave Vest so you can make your own.
