HOW TO – Drape a Bodice
Domestic Haven has posted a series of helpful videos explaining how to drape a bodice on a dress form–here’s the first of several. The site is also full of great pattern reviews, be sure to check it out!
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Knit Tie Pattern
Melinda of Dropped Stitches shares with us her pattern on how to make a knitted tie.
Embroidered Jellyfish Bubble Skirt
Craftster user Bleachrainbow created this crazy-cool bubble skirt featuring a waistband covered in a jellyfish and coral embroidery motif inspired by Art Deco wallpaper. Love those tendrils!
HOW TO – Sew a Swirly Wrap Skirt
Craftster user Seegmonster explains how to make a swirly wrap skirt without a pattern. I love the fabric and color combos on this one! Related: โข Kimono House Wrap Skirt โข CRAFT Podcast Pattern – Fitzpatterns Dana Wrap Skirt โข Reversible Wrap Skirt
ABC Buttons
The Style Files points out these 9 hole buttons called ‘ABC buttons‘ that allow you to create letters as you sew on your buttons. Interesting idea and an idea you can try with your own button creations.
Hand Braided Scarf Tutorial
Ah-Yi shows you how to make this hand-braided scarf, a technique she found in a Japanese craft book. The end result is beautiful! [ via Whip Up]
HOW TO – Make a Handbag out of a Recycled Book
Check out this great project by Chrisjob on Curbly on how to make a handbag out of a recycled book. You can follow along with the step-by-step tutorial or watch the accompanying video too.
