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Super Simple Baby Blanket Tutorial
Baby blankets make the best gifts. Handmade ones make even better gifts. So today I’m sharing another video tutorial by Melanie of I Heart Stitching, where she demonstrates how to sew a basic baby...
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How to Make a No Sew Fleece Blanket
Sorry. This is just another post wherein I complain about the freezing freaking cold. I know it’s winter and all, but weather.com says it “feels like” 5 degrees here in West Springfield, Massachusetts,...
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Here’s Why Buying Fabric Online Rocks
One of the things I’ve heard regularly both at DIY conferences and on our social media over the past two years is something that goes like this: “I live in the middle of nowhere, have a fabric...
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How to Make Fabric Napkins (Video Sewing Tutorial)
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it forever. Entertaining is a thousand times more fun if you put some effort into the details. So I highly suggest ditching the paper plates and napkins, and leaving...
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Romantic Wedding Inspiration
Can you believe this bride’s stunning wedding dress was made by her mother? No designer label. Just mom’s hands. Insane. The subtle colors, and all that draping and layering is the essence of romance....
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DIY Crop Top Tutorial (Free Pattern!)
A hot clothing item for the summer months is the crop top. You see them in all the trendy stores, and probably think to yourself, how easy would it be to make? Well, fortunately they are easy to make,...
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DIY Bathing Suit Cover-up Tutorial (Free Pattern!)
It's exciting to finally be wearing flip flops, and planning trips to the beach! (At least for us New Englanders.) Some of you may have already been doing that. In this tutorial I'm making a simple...
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DIY Infinity Scarf Tutorial
Infinity scarves are a trendy accessory that can be worn year round, depending on the weight of the fabric. They are super simple to make, so it's a great project for beginner sewers. They also make a...
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How To Make a Racerback Tank Top (Free Pattern!)
Racerback tank tops are usually made out of cotton jersey and are a great item to wear under blouses or on its own. In this tutorial I will show you how to create your own racerback tank top from...
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Four Styles of Summer Fashion
What's nice about dressing for summer is that you don't have to layer up with sweaters, coats, and boots. You can throw on one thing and a pair of flip flops or sandals and be out of the house within...
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DIY Pleated Maxi Dress Tutorial (Free Pattern!)
Maxi dresses are a popular item in the summer because they are comfortable but always stylish. You can dress it up or dress it down for a casual look. In this tutorial I will show you how to make your...
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Swimsuit Styles
Swimsuit shopping can be a breeze for some, or a dreadful process for others. Either way you're going to choose the best swimsuit that flatters your body and is comfortable to wear. I've put together...
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DIY Tiered Ruffle Skirt Tutorial
Ruffle skirts are fun to make for adults and children. The one I make in this tutorial is a medium adult size skirt out of a solid jersey knit fabric. You can also mix and match prints and colors for...
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DIY Sleeveless Blouse with Zipper Tutorial
Sleeveless blouses are one of the top apparel items for summer, and in this tutorial I chose to make one out of challis fabric. To off set the black and white pattern I am using a 7" lipstick pink...
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DIY Lace Blouse w/ Lining Tutorial
This is my first apparel tutorial where I'm using stretch lace! I've been wanting to make something with this fabric for a while now, so I came up with a simple pattern for a short sleeve lace top with...
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DIY Sequin Skirt Tutorial
SEQUINS! SEQUINS! SEQUINS! Fairly new to OFS, the Glitz Sequin fabrics are stunning and stretchier than you may think. Because of their stretch, it makes it a lot easier to design and sew fitted...
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Custom Bridesmaid Dresses
Recently I have been asked to make bridesmaid dresses for a friend of mine who's wedding is in November. I'm super excited about this because the wedding is a Great Gatsby theme, and the bridesmaid...
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DIY No Sew Headband Tutorial
Headbands are a stylish hair accessory that can really make an entire look come together. I've decided to show you three different style head wraps that are quick and easy to make and don't involve...
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DIY High Low Tunic Tutorial
Tunics are a great and easy item of clothing to own because they can be dressy (depending on the fabric) or casual. You can pair them with leggings, jeans, boots, sandals, and....pretty much anything....
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Fall Fashion Fabrics!
September is my favorite month because it's not too hot and you can feel the crisp air coming for fall. At least in New England that is! Fashion is always at its best with sweaters, cardigans, jeans,...
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