How to Use Elastic Thread to Make Smocked Fabric
Use Elastic Thread in a Sewing Machine Smocked fabric by the yard is very popular… It is so easy to purchase it, make a seam, and voila – a cute…
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How to Give a Dress a Makeover
Altering a Dress and Changing the Top I love dresses. Yes, I actually wear them on occasion – even on some of my trips to the home improvement stores to…
How to Make a Ruffled Tote Bag
Add Ruffles to a Plain Tote Bag I saw the cutest tote bag with fabric ruffles on it… I knew my daughter, aka “The Han”, would love it! Then I…
How to Girl Up a Man’s T-Shirt
Add Feminine Style to a Comfy Man’s T-Shirt I really love those oversized “Flashdance” type of shirts… If you grew up in the 80s you totally know what I mean.…
How to Sew an Invisible Zipper
Beginner’s Guide to Sewing an Invisible Zipper Invisible zippers are easy to insert into a seam, “invisible” and make any handmade garment look professional. I’ll be honest… Though I’ve been…
How to Sew Cuffs Onto Jacket Sleeves
Step-by-Step Guide to Sewing Ribbed Cuffs on a Jacket I am tall, and when I buy ready-made clothing, I usually need to alter the length of the sleeves or pant…
Pyramid Collection Knock-Off Jacket
An Easy to Make Knock-Off Jacket I spied a beautiful denim jacket in a Pyramid Collection catalog… I fell in love with it and although $59.95 isn’t a bad price…
Make a Pillow with a Needlepoint Piece from a Stool
A Beautiful Piece of Needlepoint Makes a Gorgeous Pillow! This needlepoint piece is gorgeous and actually started out as the seat on a small stool that I purchased at my…
Magnetic Pin Bowl
A Great Tool for Holding Straight Pins or Safety Pins Have you seen those nifty magnetic pin bowls? They are so great for keeping those pins secure… I have knocked…
Adding Flirty Sleeves to a T-Shirt
Change the Look of a T-Shirt with Cute Sleeves! I have a t-shirt from one of my favorite bands and I don’t like the way it fits… In all honesty,…