Category: SEWING

  • Where to find free, easy sewing patterns

    Where to find free, easy sewing patterns

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    Whether you are a seasoned seamstress or just dusting off the machine for the first time, these resources for downloadable free sewing patterns have something for everyone, even beginners. Pattern hunting can be like dating, finding the right one can be difficult and costly on occasion. When you are just getting started, this process can…

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  • Granny Square Sweater Tutorial – Using a Thrifted Blanket

    Granny Square Sweater Tutorial – Using a Thrifted Blanket

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    Here is a trend to watch: the granny square sweater. When I saw this colorful blanket in the lonely aisles of a thrift store – i knew that it belonged in my arsenal. I love the way the intricate technicolor threads weave together to create an eye catching garment with a flash of vintage flair.…

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  • Best Scrub Cap Patterns to DIY for health care workers

    Best Scrub Cap Patterns to DIY for health care workers

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    If you’re looking for an amazing way to thank health care workers, look no farther than a DIY scrub cap. I began my search into finding the perfect scrub cap pattern last night, in the hopes of making some for my nurses. As we plan for a surge, finding ways to protect and reassure ourselves…

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  • DIY Padded Headband Tutorial

    DIY Padded Headband Tutorial

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    It’s said that is you wrap gifts nice, it’s like giving twice. How about giving something homemade? Does that count as thrice? I’m getting ahead (no pun intended) of myself here. However, when you see how easy it is to create this DIY raised padded headband, you’ll be making them for everyone on your list…

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  • Gingham Ruffle Wrap Dress Tutorial

    Gingham Ruffle Wrap Dress Tutorial

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    Create the happiest ruffle wrap dress this summer. this easy sewing tutorial will make the perfect summery peice for your closet! Pairs well with bubbles, rainy days, and the fourth of july.

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  • Gingham Picnic Skirt Tutorial

    Gingham Picnic Skirt Tutorial

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    Today I’m showing you how to create a springy gingham skirt 🙂

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  • DIY Fleece Dress (with Pockets!)

    DIY Fleece Dress (with Pockets!)

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    Love comfort AND style? me too. That’s why today on the blog I’m teaching you to sew your very own fleece shift dress. Perfect for beginner seamstresses. OH and it has pockets. 🙂

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  • Braided Velvet Headband Tutorial

    Braided Velvet Headband Tutorial

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    Channel your inner princess with this velvet braided headband tutorial. Super easy and has a no sew option! Can’t wait to make this in every color!

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  • Poppy Chiffon Skirt Tutorial with Spoonflower

    Poppy Chiffon Skirt Tutorial with Spoonflower

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    Spoonflower’s custom printed fabrics make the perfect feminine spring floral skirt in this easy sewing tutorial

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  • Tie Strap Upcycle & Tutorial

    Tie Strap Upcycle & Tutorial

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  • Sash Skirt update & A Wicked Time

    Sash Skirt update & A Wicked Time

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    A wicked time picking tulips with this DIY Striped sash Skirt update (less than an hour tutorial)

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  • 30 minute Lemon skirt 

    30 minute Lemon skirt 

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    Picking fresh fruit is one of my favorite annual summer treats, as at least half of what I gather goes straight in my belly. There’s nothing quite like the tartness of a fresh blueberry or the crunchy sweetness of an apple. This July we drove a little outside the city to Indian Head Farm in…

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