My Grandson looks AWESOME in the robot costume he actually made (with a little help from Mamaw, of course!) This project is a “no-sew” creation and simple and quick to make! Items needed: 1 large clear gift bag (for the body), 1 medium size silver gift bag (for the head) and lots of cool stickers! […]
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How To Make Patch Pockets
Pockets are useful and can add a decorative touch to any garment, or can be added to a cloth handbag. Many different kinds and sizes can be made, once you know the basics of pocket making. In this project, we’ll cover one of the most basic of all – the Patch Pocket. […]
Quick And Easy Apron
How many times have you needed a quick little gift for the hostess of a party or to use as a little thank you for somebody special? We have the perfect quick and easy apron that could be whipped up in no time, and would be a very thoughtful gift. […]
How To Make A Custom Fitted Skirt For An Overweight/Obese child
Skirts are a very easy clothing garment to make, however “easy” becomes “difficult” or “impossible” when you’re dealing with making clothing for the plus size/overweight/obese girls. The answer to this dilema is to make the pattern using the CHILD’S measurements, and not the “standard” measurements the commercial pattern companies use. The only measurements necessary to […]
How To Make A Reversable Collar Tutorial
If you’re the kind of person that likes to change that basic dress or blouse (or sweater) into a variety of styles just by adding a faux collar or bow collar, this tutorial is for you! This collar tutorial will be a “custom” collar that uses your basic blouse or dress pattern as the basis […]
How To Make A Purse From A Girls’ Skort
A couple weeks ago I talked about attending the local Mom2Mom kids resale event. Not only is this a great place to buy ultra cheap clothing items for the kids/grandchildren, it is also the most AWESOME place to find items to recycle into craft/sewing projects that can be used for gifts, selling at your craft […]