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Learn How to Sew Clothes (35 Top Beginner Projects)

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Top 30 DIY Sewing Projects for Babies & Kids

Make a “toothless” dragon hoodie (…from an existing jacket!)

Make a “TOOTHLESS” Dragon Hoodie (…from an existing jacket!)

Diy greek mythology costume: satyr

DIY Greek Mythology Costume: SATYR

Diy greek goddess costume: demeter

DIY Greek Goddess Costume: DEMETER

How to turn jeans into shorts (…with lace, trim, and embellishments!)

How To Turn Jeans Into Shorts (…with lace, trim, and embellishments!)

Fabric knot hair bows and hairstyles 3

DIY Fabric Knot Hair Bows & Hairstyle Ideas!

Harem style baby leggings 6

DIY Harem-Style Baby Leggings …with a Kangaroo pocket! (template included)

Making the “little guy tie” (baby and toddler tie pattern)…..for max!!!

Making the “Little Guy Tie” (baby and toddler tie pattern)…..for MAX!!!

Strong man circus costume (…with a muscle shirt!)

Strong Man Circus Costume (…with a muscle shirt!)

Circus clown and bear “piggyback” costume

Circus Clown and Bear “Piggyback” Costume

Make a lion tamer circus costume

Make a LION TAMER Circus Costume

DIY Bandana Drool Bib (…pattern included)

Sew a tie-dye watermelon swim cover!

Sew a Tie-Dye Watermelon Swim Cover!

Simple ruffle shorts with pockets 1

Simple Ruffle Shorts (With Pockets)!

Jeans mending for cool kids with boro and sashiko embroidery

Mending Jeans For Cool Kids (…with Boro and Sashiko Embroidery)

Butterfly hair bow tutorial

Butterfly Hair Bow Tutorial

Easy ballet wrap skirt tutorial 1

Easy Ballet Wrap Skirt Tutorial

Diy reversible fabric crowns…for parties or play!

DIY Reversible Fabric Crowns…for Parties or Play!

Gorgeous diy lace pencil skirt tutorial 1

Gorgeous DIY Lace Pencil Skirt

Make a unicorn hoodie…in 30 minutes!

Make a UNICORN HOODIE…in 30 minutes!

DIY Boot Socks…2 easy methods!

How to make a “chewbacca” star wars costume!

How to make a “CHEWBACCA” Star Wars Costume!

How to make a “bb8” star wars costume!

How to make a “BB8” STAR WARS Costume!

Make a large wing butterfly costume

Make a LARGE WING BUTTERFLY Costume

Sew a reversible halloween cape….perfect for bats, witches, and vampires!

Sew A Reversible Halloween Cape….Perfect for Bats, Witches, and Vampires!

Alice in wonderland costumes for the whole family

Alice In Wonderland Costumes – For The Whole Family!

Make a “retro candy button” costume…for halloween!!

Make a “Retro CANDY BUTTON” Costume…for Halloween!!

Tulle skirt with ribbon flowers

Tulle Skirt with Ribbon Flowers

How to turn regular jeans…into skinny jeans!

How to turn REGULAR Jeans…into SKINNY Jeans!

Super easy knit dress…with optional scoop-back and bow!

Super Easy Knit Dress…with optional Scoop-Back and Bow!

Diy vinyl hair bows…for back-to-school!!

DIY Vinyl Hair Bows…for BACK-TO-SCHOOL!!

Sweet child’s dress tutorial (…pattern pieces included!)

Sweet Child’s Dress Tutorial (…pattern pieces included!)

40 Sewing Projects Made with 1/4 Yard or Less

Easy faux metal buckle hair bow

Easy Faux Metal Buckle Hair Bow

Super easy knit shorties

How To Make Easy Knit Shorties

How to alter a pattern to add flutter sleeves

How To Add Flutter Sleeves to Clothing!

Simple boho style kimono

Simple BOHO Style Kimono

A simple diy prairie (or pioneer) girl costume

A Simple DIY Prairie (or Pioneer) Girl Costume

Diy pom-pom swim cover-up

DIY Pom-Pom Swim Cover-Up

Diy fabric top hat…with free pattern

DIY Fabric Top Hat…with free pattern

How to make belts for babies & kids…the easy way!

How To Make Belts for Babies & Kids…the EASY way!

Super easy shamrock legging tutorial

Easy Shamrock Leggings Tutorial

Make a 2-in-1 “preppy-style” shirt (from a onesie & outgrown button-up)

Make a 2-in-1 “Preppy-Style” Shirt (from a onesie & outgrown button-up)

{21} crazy cute valentine’s day nail art ideas!

{21} Crazy Cute Valentine’s Day NAIL ART IDEAS!

Valentines day advent calendar

Valentine’s Day Advent Calendar Tutorial

Leather collar shirt refashion…a quick way to update an old shirt!

Leather Collar Shirt Refashion…a quick way to update an old shirt!

Easy turquoise earring tutorial

Easy Turquoise Earring Tutorial

Valentine tic-tac-toe game

Valentine Tic-Tac-Toe Game

Little girl’s dress coat tutorial

Little Girl’s Dress Coat Tutorial

House shaped “i spy” bag with free pattern

House Shaped “I Spy” Bag with Free Pattern

Sew a pixie hat/bonnet for winter!

Sew a Pixie Hat/Bonnet for Winter!

Easy to make mitts and gloves 2

Easy to Make Mittens and Gloves…for everyone on your list!

Make a faux fur vest…easier than you might think!

Make a FAUX FUR VEST…easier than you might think!

Girls nightgown made from receiving blankets

Girl’s Nightgown from Receiving Blankets

Mouse slippers 17

DIY Mouse Slippers…..simple to make in any size!

Diy toothless costume…from “how to train your dragon”

DIY Toothless Costume…from “How To Train Your Dragon”

Diy hiccup costume…from “how to train your dragon 2”

DIY Hiccup Costume…from “How To Train Your Dragon 2”

Diy mini witch hat headband…a great last minute accessory!

DIY Mini Witch Hat Headband…a great last minute accessory!

Stuffed cat, stuffed dog, and stenciled pillow…inspired by “diva and flea” (plus a giveaway!)

Stuffed Cat, Stuffed Dog, and Stenciled Pillow…inspired by “Diva and Flea” (plus a GIVEAWAY!)

Spiderweb hair clip tutorial 26

Spider Web Hair Clip Tutorial

Diy mermaid costume…with a repositionable fin!

DIY Mermaid Costume…with a REPOSITIONABLE Fin!

Diy trick-or-treat bag {from felt}

DIY Trick-or-Treat Bag {from felt}

Diy mermaid tail and seashell top

DIY Mermaid Tail and Seashell Top

Diy woodland fairy costume

DIY Woodland Fairy Costume

Diy carrot costume — fun for any age! (…plus, one to give away!)

DIY Carrot Costume — fun for any age! (…plus, one to GIVE AWAY!)

No-sew princess costume…for baby!

DIY Spider Costume for Tweens/Teens (or any age, really!)

25 little girl hairstyles…you can do yourself!

25 Little Girl Hairstyles…you can do YOURSELF!

No-sew princess costume…for baby!

NO-SEW Princess Costume…for baby!

17 diy pet costume ideas that are hilariously cute!

Make Your Own Yo-Yo Costume

Star wars r2-d2 dress costume for girls…plus, one to give away!

Star Wars R2-D2 Dress Costume FOR GIRLS…plus, one to GIVE AWAY!

Diy yarn wig for rainbow brite (…or any other character)

DIY YARN WIG for Rainbow Brite (…or any other character)

Diy duct tape lunch bag

DIY Duct Tape Lunch Bag

Diy strawberry costume…a tutorial, plus one to give away!

DIY Strawberry Costume…a tutorial, plus one to GIVE AWAY!

Let’s vote…on the top 11 halloween costume requests!

Spool of Thread Costume

Fabric printable dress-up dolls

Fabric Printable DRESS-UP DOLLS

Back-to-school skirt with attached shorts (…the cheater method)

DIY Leather Cuffs from Old Belts

Add a color block stripe to boys t shirt

Add a Color Block Stripe to a T-shirt (…to add length)

20 quick girl clothing tutorials….made in about an hour!

20 QUICK Girl Clothing Tutorials….made in about an hour!

Back-to-school skirt with attached shorts (…the cheater method)

Back-to-School Skirt with Attached Shorts (…the CHEATER method)

20 no-cook dinner ideas…great for summer!

Women’s Beach Cover Up Tutorial (PDF pattern pieces included, S-XL)

Sew a big bow bookmark

Sew a Big Bow Bookmark

Fabric fishy purse…with a drawstring closure

Fabric Fishy Purse…with a drawstring closure

Diy reversible wrap belt

DIY Reversible Wrap Belt

Diy car seat toys…for baby!

DIY Car Seat Toys…for baby!

Beanbag toss game

DIY Bean Bag Toss…fun for the whole family!

Diy tablet/kindle cover

DIY Tablet/Kindle Cover

Popsicle cuffs…keep hands from freezing!

Popsicle Cuffs…keep hands from freezing!

Make your own lace shorts…for girls and women both!

Make your own Lace Shorts…for girls and women both!

Dress (or top) with braided straps…from an old shirt

Dress (or Top) with Braided Straps…from an Old Shirt

30+ diy fabric flower tutorials

30+ DIY Fabric Flower Tutorials

Sew a monogrammed zipper pouch

Sew a Monogrammed Zipper Pouch

Tank top romper with envelope neckline (…from an old tshirt)

Tank Top Romper with Envelope Neckline (…from an old Tshirt)

Simple dress with braided collar (from a women’s tshirt)

Simple Dress with Braided Collar (from a Women’s Tshirt)

Chalkboard lapdesk tutorial 35

Chalkboard Lap Desk — great for home AND the car!

Make a sprinkler from an old pool noodle

Make a SPRINKLER from an old POOL NOODLE

Make your own felt animal hand puppets (free template included)

Make Your Own Felt Animal Hand Puppets (FREE template included)

Diy: turn jean pants into a jean skirt

DIY: Turn Jean Pants into a JEAN SKIRT

Diy stuffed fabric turtles…pattern pieces included

DIY Stuffed Fabric Turtles…pattern pieces included

Make your own dolman style shirt — with a wide waistband

Make your own Dolman Style Shirt — with a Wide Waistband

Diy baby mobile from a branch

DIY Baby Mobile From a Branch

Add a waist sash to shirts (…great for making them longer)

Add a Waist Sash to Shirts (…great for making them longer)

What’s in my pool bag?? –our must-have summer products

What’s in my POOL BAG?? –our Must-Have Summer Products

Toy sling shots…great for indoor fun!

Toy Sling Shots…great for indoor fun!

Collared baby romper tutorial

Collared Baby Romper Tutorial

Craft stick harmonicas…a fun project for kids!

Craft Stick Harmonicas…a fun project for kids!

Charging cell phone holder…from a plastic bottle (video included)

Charging Cell Phone Holder…from a plastic bottle (VIDEO included)

The 30-minute stretchy tube skirt….(with enclosed elastic waistband)

The 30-Minute Stretchy Tube Skirt….(with enclosed elastic waistband)

Mesh bag for pool and beach toys

Mesh Bag for Pool and Beach Toys

Diy swimming towel poncho

DIY Swimming Towel Poncho

Make a watering can from an old milk jug (…video included)

Make a Watering Can from an old Milk Jug (…VIDEO included)

Farmers’ market bag (from an ikea rug)

Farmers’ Market Bag (From an Ikea Rug)

The 45-minute butterfly tunic dress (…for girls and women both)

The 45-minute Butterfly Tunic DRESS (…for girls and women BOTH)

25 outdoor summer activities for kids

25 Outdoor Summer Activities for Kids

Make an earphone holder…from a mint container (video included)

Make an EARPHONE HOLDER…from a mint container (VIDEO included)

Shirt & tie tote bag……for boys!

Shirt & Tie Tote Bag……for BOYS!

Denim purse with drawstring closure (from old jeans)

Denim Purse with Drawstring Closure (from OLD JEANS)

How to coil your own phone cord (video included)

How To Coil Your Own Phone Cord (video included)

Bubble romper for baby: long pant style

Bubble Romper for Baby: Long Pant style

Diy stretchy lace leggings

DIY Stretchy Lace Leggings

Turn old jeans into a maxi skirt

Turn Old Jeans into a Maxi Skirt

Boys bi-fold wallet

Boys Bi-fold Wallet

Diy tiered maxi skirt…girls and women’s sizing included

DIY Tiered Maxi Skirt…girls and women’s sizing included

Swim cover-up: shirred dress with braided halter ties

Swim Cover-Up: Shirred Dress with Braided Halter Ties

20-minute baby boho leggings (…from an old shirt)!!

20-minute Baby Boho Leggings (…from an old shirt)!!

Cut-off jeans…with fabric hem and side knots

Cut-Off Jeans…with Fabric Hem and Side Knots

Yoga waistband circle skirt…so simple, so cozy!

Yoga Waistband CIRCLE SKIRT…so simple, so cozy!

Pineapple drawstring backpack

Pineapple Drawstring Backpack

Faux vest onesie…with interchangeable bowties

Faux Vest Onesie…with Interchangeable Bowties

Diy fabric chapstick holder

DIY Fabric Chapstick Holder

Leather base scripture carrying case…(or a bible/journal/etc)

Leather Base Scripture Carrying Case…(or a Bible/journal/etc)

Fabric dolls (and other items) for homeless shelters

Fabric Dolls (and other items) for Homeless Shelters

Making the “little guy tie”…for oliver!

Making the “Little Guy Tie”…for Oliver!

Fabric baby doll basket…plus 3 patterns to give away!! {{edited: closed}}

Fabric Baby Doll Basket…plus 3 patterns to GIVE AWAY!! {{Edited: CLOSED}}

“i love you” heart shirt (an iron-on freezer paper stencil)

“I LOVE YOU” Heart Shirt (an iron-on Freezer Paper stencil)

Diy “olive you” stenciled shirt (…for valentine’s day!)

DIY “Olive You” Stenciled Shirt (…for Valentine’s Day!)

A love shirt and mini heart stamped pants

a LOVE Shirt and Mini Heart Stamped Pants

Farmhouse gingham apron (a variation of the child’s apron pattern)

Farmhouse Gingham Apron (a variation of the Child’s Apron pattern)

Bow tie drool bibs…for boys! (from a men’s shirt)

Bow Tie Drool Bibs…for BOYS! (from a Men’s shirt)

Diy “frozen” and “bff” clay charm necklaces

DIY “Frozen” and “BFF” Clay Charm Necklaces

Diy animal roll-up blankets…a quick and simple gift idea!

DIY Animal Roll-Up Blankets…a quick and simple gift idea!

Diy tulle skirt…with wide elastic waist band

DIY Tulle Skirt…with Wide Elastic Waist Band

Diy black pebble trivets

DIY Black Pebble Trivets

Pattern winners…plus, a quick “apron pattern” flash sale

Pattern Winners…plus, a quick “Apron Pattern” FLASH SALE

The ruffle apron pdf pattern (for elli and chloe)….plus a giveaway!

The Ruffle Apron PDF Pattern (for Elli and Chloe)….plus a GIVEAWAY!

Child’s apron pdf pattern (6 pattern styles, 5 different sizes)…new in the shop!

Child’s Apron PDF Pattern (6 pattern styles, 5 different sizes)…new in the SHOP!

Bucket of popcorn costume…with huge popped kernels

Bucket of Popcorn Costume…with HUGE popped kernels

Lollipop munchkin (…from “wizard of oz”)

Lollipop Munchkin (…from “Wizard of Oz”)

The tin man (…from “wizard of oz”)

The TIN MAN (…from “Wizard of Oz”)

Glinda the good witch (from “wizard of oz”)

Glinda the Good Witch (from “Wizard of Oz”)

A hoop skirt (…a sturdy and inexpensive version)

A HOOP SKIRT (…a sturdy and inexpensive version)

Halloween 2014: dorothy (from “wizard of oz”)

Halloween 2014: Dorothy (from “Wizard of Oz”)

“where’s waldo” costume…in less than an hour!

“Where’s Waldo” Costume…in less than an hour!

Simple flamingo costume…..for any age!

Simple Flamingo Costume…..for any age!

Baby cow costume…with an udder!!

Baby Cow Costume…with an UDDER!!

Fabric flower onesie & a shirred baby skirt

Fabric Flower Onesie & a Shirred Baby Skirt

Make a color-block dress with pockets (…from old tshirts)

Make a Color-Block Dress with pockets (…from old Tshirts)

Diy baby sandals (for boys & girls)

DIY Baby Sandals (for boys & girls)

Diy toy fishing pole (that reels in)…and magnetic fabric fish

DIY Toy Fishing Pole (that reels in)…and Magnetic Fabric Fish

Diy baby boy sailor romper (for baby blessing/dedication/christening)

DIY Baby Boy Sailor Romper (for Baby Blessing/Dedication/Christening)

Sewing tips: how to sew a partial button placket

Sewing Tips: How To Sew a PARTIAL BUTTON PLACKET

20+ diy backpack tutorials (child and adult styles)

20+ DIY Backpack Tutorials (child and adult styles)

The 10-minute skirt (re-purposing old shirts into skirts)

The 10-Minute Skirt (re-purposing old shirts into skirts)

“first day of school picture” diy chalkboard (re-usable each year!!)

“First Day of School Picture” DIY Chalkboard (re-usable each year!!)

No-sew colored pencil roll-up (or crayons, paintbrushes, etc.)…from the book ‘no-sew love’

NO-SEW Colored Pencil Roll-Up (or crayons, paintbrushes, etc.)…from the book ‘No-Sew Love’

“no-sew love” is officially released! …..plus, a 5 book (+ other goodies) giveaway!

“NO-SEW LOVE” is officially released! …..plus, a 5 BOOK (+ other goodies) GIVEAWAY!

Diy pacifier clips…no more dropped/lost pacifiers

DIY Pacifier Clips…no more dropped/lost pacifiers

Fabric leaf hanging mobile (…or any other shape)

Fabric Leaf Hanging Mobile (…or any other shape)

Diy tooth fairy “fairy dust” pendants

DIY Tooth Fairy “Fairy Dust” Pendants

Skirting the issue: making skirts for charity

Skirting the Issue: making skirts for charity

Take-along chalk mat…for kids!

Take-Along Chalk Mat…for kids!

Make your own volcano (sensory, craft, and science)

Make your own VOLCANO (sensory, craft, and science)

Burlap name bunting…..for baby oliver’s nursery

Burlap Name Bunting…..for baby Oliver’s nursery

Collapsible fabric play tent…for kids!

Collapsible Fabric Play Tent…for kids!

Diy giraffe nursery art (or any other room!)

DIY Giraffe Nursery Art (or any other room!)

Diy laminated apron for kids

DIY Laminated Apron For Kids

Little girl pleated purse…with button closure!

Little Girl Pleated Purse…with button closure!

Mini books for card collections (or photos, business cards, etc)

Mini Books for Card Collections (or photos, business cards, etc)

Tshirts into tie-dyed no-sew swim cover-ups

Tshirts into Tie-Dyed NO-SEW Swim Cover-Ups

Self-binding minky baby blanket…(with applique)

Self-Binding MINKY Baby Blanket…(with applique)

Travel-sized pillowcase (with minky edge)

Travel-Sized Pillowcase (with Minky edge)

Appliqued plane & usa map pillow covers (with envelope closure)

Appliqued Plane & USA Map Pillow Covers (with envelope closure)

The double “doodie” bag (a wipe-able diapering “wet” bag)

The Double “Doodie” Bag (a wipe-able diapering “wet” bag)

Turn a too-small tshirt…into a peplum top

Turn a too-small Tshirt…into a PEPLUM TOP

Diy gauze swaddle blankets for baby (…light and breathable!)

DIY Gauze Swaddle Blankets for Baby (…light and breathable!)

25+ modern quilting ideas

25+ Modern Quilting Ideas

Baby boy cardigan onesie (with interchangeable bowties)

Baby Boy Cardigan Onesie (with interchangeable bowties)

Fabric storage basket…with handles

Fabric Storage Basket…with handles

Little boy bowtie: the quick and easy version

Little Boy Bowtie: the QUICK and EASY version

My server was down (not hacked)……and 35+ easter/spring outfit ideas

My server was down (not hacked)……and 35+ Easter/Spring Outfit ideas

Make a flouncy bubble skirt…with an elastic waist

Make a Flouncy Bubble Skirt…with an elastic waist

The reversible bag…for kids!

The Reversible Bag…for kids!

Stretchy baby hats…with top knots (template included)

Stretchy Baby Hats…with Top Knots (template included)

40 indoor kid activities & crafts

40 Indoor Kid Activities & Crafts

Interchangeable bowtie onesie….with attached suspenders (2 variations)

Interchangeable Bowtie Onesie….with Attached Suspenders (2 variations)

Diy blanket storage display ladder

DIY Blanket Storage Display Ladder

Knit receiving blankets for baby boys! (templates included…)

Knit Receiving Blankets for BABY BOYS! (templates included…)

No-sew elsa cape (from frozen)…a ‘do-it-together’ project

No-Sew ELSA CAPE (from Frozen)…a ‘Do-It-Together’ Project

‘pot of gold’ rainbow placemats

‘Pot of Gold’ Rainbow Placemats

Little pig costume (with ears and snout)

Little Pig Costume (with ears and snout)

Rainbow bias tape skirt…..perfect for spring!

Rainbow Bias Tape Skirt…..perfect for spring!

The ruffled flower…..for headbands, clothing, totes, etc.

The Ruffled Flower…..for headbands, clothing, totes, etc.

Color block dress with front flower (5 & 10 designs)

Color Block Dress with Front Flower (5 & 10 Designs)

Make your own moon sand (crumbly, yet moldable and fun!)

Make your own MOON SAND (crumbly, yet moldable and fun!)

Make your own balaclava (or ski-type mask)

Make your own Balaclava (or ski-type mask)

The quickest toddler play dress…you’ll ever make!

The QUICKEST Toddler Play Dress…you’ll ever make!

Turn a scarf into a cowl…with buttons

Turn a Scarf into a Cowl…with Buttons

Turn a t-shirt into a ‘peter pan collar bubble dress’

Turn a t-shirt into a ‘Peter Pan Collar Bubble Dress’

Double layer square circle dress (added onto a t-shirt)

Double Layer SQUARE Circle Dress (added onto a T-shirt)

Magnetic pattern blocks {{great for home & travel}}

Magnetic Pattern Blocks {{great for home & TRAVEL}}

Gift ideas (from the archives) and all pdf patterns $3.00 (until saturday)!!!!

Gift Ideas (from the ARCHIVES) and ALL PDF PATTERNS $3.00 (until Saturday)!!!!

Rounded zipper pouch……with faux leather bottom

Rounded Zipper Pouch……with Faux Leather Bottom

Diy walking stilts for kids

DIY Walking Stilts for Kids

Little pig costume (with ears and snout)

Halloween Costumes 2013: The Whole TANGLED Crew (plus a video!!)

Halloween costumes 2013: pascal from “tangled”

Halloween Costumes 2013: Pascal from “Tangled”

Halloween costumes 2013: flynn rider from “tangled”

Halloween Costumes 2013: FLYNN RIDER from “Tangled”

Halloween costumes 2013: rapunzel from “tangled”

Halloween Costumes 2013: RAPUNZEL from “Tangled”

Halloween costume ideas: minions from dispicable me

Halloween Costume Ideas: Minions from Dispicable Me

Halloween costume ideas: very low-sew poodle skirt

Halloween Costume Ideas: Very Low-Sew POODLE SKIRT

Halloween costume ideas: simple shark (with dorsal fin)

Halloween Costume Ideas: Simple Shark (with Dorsal Fin)

Halloween costume ideas: lumberjack with beard and axe

Halloween Costume Ideas: Lumberjack with Beard and Axe

An attached peter pan collar…..with buttons

An Attached Peter Pan Collar…..with buttons

Fabric flower belt……cinch it in!!

Fabric Flower Belt……cinch it in!!

20 ideas to transform old sweaters into new treasures!!

20 IDEAS to Transform Old Sweaters into New TREASURES!!

Stretchy tube skirt with hip ruffle (for girls and women both!)

Stretchy Tube Skirt with Hip Ruffle (for girls and women both!)

Turn a maxi dress…into a maxi skirt {in minutes!!}

Turn a Maxi Dress…into a Maxi Skirt {in MINUTES!!}

Sewing tips: making pants longer

Sewing Tips: making pants LONGER

Re-purposing: long sleeve shirt into short, with floppy bow shoulders

Re-purposing: Long Sleeve Shirt into Short, with Floppy Bow Shoulders

30 minute stretchy tube skirt….(with enclosed elastic waistband)

30 Minute Stretchy Tube Skirt….(with enclosed elastic waistband)

Stuffed toy snakes……soft and cuddly!!

Stuffed Toy Snakes……soft and cuddly!!

Re-purposing: turn a men’s tie into a boy’s tie

Re-purposing: Turn a Men’s Tie into a Boy’s Tie

Big ol’ puffy ribbon flower tshirt (yeah….crazy name!)

Big ol’ Puffy Ribbon Flower Tshirt (yeah….crazy name!)

Two-tone fabric totes (2 variations)

Two-Tone Fabric Totes (2 variations)

Shirred summer dress, with tie-back bow

Shirred Summer Dress, with Tie-Back Bow

Make a watering can from an old milk jug (…video included)

Make a Watering Can from an old Milk Jug (…VIDEO included)

Keepin’ it cheap for the 4th of july…{men’s shorts into boy shorts and women’s shirt into girl skirt}

Keepin’ it Cheap for the 4th of July…{men’s shorts into BOY SHORTS and women’s shirt into GIRL SKIRT}

Keepin’ it cheap…for the 4th of july {turn a tshirt into dress w/ braided collar}

Keepin’ it Cheap…for the 4th of July {Turn a Tshirt into Dress w/ Braided Collar}

Super hero cape with chest plate (shield template included)

Super Hero Cape with Chest Plate (shield template included)

Ties for daddy (father’s day, birthdays, etc.)

Ties for Daddy (Father’s Day, Birthdays, etc.)

Turn lace-up shoes to slip-on’s (with elastic shoelaces and an attached bow)

Turn Lace-Up Shoes to SLIP-ON’s (with Elastic Shoelaces and an Attached Bow)

15+ boy clothing sewing projects

15+ BOY Clothing Sewing Projects

Embroidered circle skirt (a sewing tutorial for bernina’s ‘we all sew’)

Embroidered Circle Skirt (a sewing tutorial for Bernina’s ‘We All Sew’)

Ombre fringe skirt (made from old tshirts)

Ombre Fringe Skirt (made from old Tshirts)

20+ handmade baby gift ideas

20+ Handmade Baby Gift Ideas

Flip-flop refashion: from “blah” to “ahhhhh!!”

Flip-Flop Refashion: from “blah” to “ahhhhh!!”

Super simple circle dress (from tshirt & knit bed sheet)

SUPER Simple Circle Dress (from Tshirt & Knit Bed Sheet)

Full skirts with trimmed tulle peeking out

Full Skirts with Trimmed Tulle peeking out

Adding hidden side pockets to anything (skirt, pants, shorts, etc.)

Adding Hidden Side Pockets to Anything (skirt, pants, shorts, etc.)

Diy fabric shoelaces

DIY Fabric Shoelaces

The 15 minute “thrift store skirt” to “girl’s dress” refashion

The 15 MINUTE “Thrift Store Skirt” to “Girl’s Dress” Refashion

Turn outgrown tights into leggings

Turn Outgrown Tights into Leggings

Elmo cupcakes……you know you want one! :)

Elmo Cupcakes……you know you want one! :)

Embellish tshirts…..with old sweater scraps (or any ol’ scraps, really)

Embellish Tshirts…..with old SWEATER SCRAPS (or any ol’ scraps, really)

50+ great homemade kid gift ideas

50+ Great Homemade Kid Gift Ideas

Girl & boy fabric dolls (pattern pieces included)

Girl & Boy FABRIC DOLLS (pattern pieces included)

Baby crib skirt (a very basic one)

Baby Crib Skirt (a very basic one)

Little birdie wall hangings (plus free template)

Little Birdie Wall Hangings (plus free template)

Butterfly sleeve tunic (a top for women and girls)

Butterfly Sleeve Tunic (a top for women and girls)

Fabric/tulle skirt……for dolls and decor

Fabric/Tulle Skirt……for dolls and decor

Ice cream cone cupcakes…..yum!

Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes…..Yum!

Snowman/reindeer/elf christmas hats…..made from old sweaters

Snowman/Reindeer/Elf Christmas Hats…..made from old sweaters

Goody bag cinch sacks {hey…use up some of that scrap fabric}

Goody Bag Cinch Sacks {hey…use up some of that scrap fabric}

“little pieces” toy sack…..a great place to store all those teeny pieces!

“Little Pieces” Toy Sack…..a great place to store all those teeny pieces!

Matching ‘dolly & me’ skirts

Matching ‘Dolly & Me’ Skirts

The double-layer square circle skirt

The DOUBLE-LAYER Square Circle Skirt

The whole “red riding hood” crew!!

The whole “Red Riding Hood” crew!!

Halloween costumes 2012: the granny (from ‘little red riding hood’)

Halloween Costumes 2012: The Granny (from ‘Little Red Riding Hood’)

Halloween costumes 2012: the wolf (from ‘little red riding hood’)

Halloween Costumes 2012: The Wolf (from ‘Little Red Riding Hood’)

Virtual halloween costume parade 2011 (costumes submitted by readers)

Halloween Costumes 2012: Little Red Riding Hood :)

Artwork display frame

Artwork Display Frame

Old sweater into cozy leggings

Old Sweater into Cozy Leggings

The square circle skirt (20-ish minutes to make)

The Square Circle Skirt (20-ish minutes to make)

Tshirt with big bow attached (a request from my niece)

Tshirt with Big Bow Attached (a request from my niece)

Give a shapeless top some life: add a shirred band

Give a Shapeless Top some life: add a Shirred Band

Stamped clay jewelry (and keychains and gift tags)

Stamped Clay Jewelry (and Keychains and Gift Tags)

Elastic band skirt {aka: the fastest skirt you’ll ever make}

Elastic Band Skirt {aka: the fastest skirt you’ll ever make}

Long a-line skirt; made with “ruffles and ridges” fabric.

Long A-Line Skirt; made with “Ruffles and Ridges” fabric.

Robot zipper mouth pencil case {boy version}

Robot Zipper Mouth Pencil Case {boy version}

Zipper mouth pencil case {girl version}

Zipper Mouth Pencil Case {girl version}

Turn leggings into capris {3 different methods}

Turn Leggings into Capris {3 different methods}

Turn long sleeves into flutter sleeves

Turn Long Sleeves into Flutter Sleeves

Shirred fabric flowers {made from knit fabric scraps}

Shirred Fabric Flowers {made from knit fabric scraps}

Quick little ruffle top dress or romper (our 4th of july outfits)

Quick Little Ruffle Top Dress or Romper (our 4th of July outfits)

Tiered maxi skirt………a great skirt for summer!

Tiered Maxi Skirt………a great skirt for summer!

A ruffled tote (aka: elli’s church bag)

A Ruffled Tote (aka: Elli’s Church Bag)

Downy touch of comfort – quilts for kids, part 2 (quilting and binding….the easy way)

Downy Touch of Comfort – Quilts for Kids, PART 2 (quilting and binding….the easy way)

Turn a men’s shirt/tie into a tote (aka: little boy church bag)

Turn a Men’s Shirt/Tie into a Tote (aka: little boy church bag)

Adding straps to sun hats {velcro or snaps}

Adding Straps to Sun Hats {velcro or snaps}

Downy touch of comfort – quilts for kids (& making a four-patch quilt)

Downy Touch Of Comfort – Quilts for Kids (& making a FOUR-PATCH QUILT)

Turn a “too big” shirt into a shirt with a shirred band.

Turn a “too big” shirt into a Shirt with a Shirred Band.

Turn a onesie into a bubble dress

Turn a Onesie into a Bubble Dress

Turn an ill-fitting maxi dress into a maxi skirt. perfect.

Turn an ill-fitting Maxi Dress into a Maxi Skirt. Perfect.

Baby girl flower sandals: a simpler version (made with re-purposed faux leather)

Baby Girl Flower Sandals: a Simpler Version (made with re-purposed faux leather)

Turning long pants into shorts (and making it look good)

Turning Long Pants into Shorts (and making it look good)

A nice easter weekend (quick easter/spring clothing ideas)

A nice Easter weekend (quick Easter/Spring clothing ideas)

Turn a baby dress into a bubble romper

Turn a Baby Dress into a Bubble Romper

Turn a purse into a padded camera bag

Turn a Purse into a Padded Camera Bag

Re-purposing: Women’s Skirt into a Girl’s Shirred Dress

Bubble Romper for Baby (long leg style)

Turn Child’s Drawing into Stuffed Toy/Doll

Make a Simple Top: Dolman Style with Banded Bottom

Turn Long Sleeves to Short {with added Bow Front}

hats from sweaters 1

Hats made from Old Sweaters (nothing is safe from my scissors…ha!)

Ballet Shoe Applique on Shirt

sucker valentine

Last minute Valentine’s Cards

Make your own DOLLY Panties (pattern piece included)

baby shoes made from purses

Making Baby Shoes from Thrifted Purses

Embellish Plain Shoes {with recycled purse leather/hardware}

Cookie Cutter Heart Shirt (a Valentine’s shirt for me)

shaggy heart dress

Shaggy Heart Valentine’s Dress with Heart Knee-Pad leggings (made from recycled Tshirts)

Boy’s Monster Valentine’s Day Shirt (template included)

Ruffled Heart Valentine Dress (Made from recycled Tshirts)

Friendly Monster Pillow (pattern pieces included)

Fleece Football Hat

Tooth Fairy Pouches (pattern pieces included)

Turn a shelf into a Doll Bed with Clothing Storage (for 18 inch dolls)

Randomly Shirred (and Stretchy) Scarf

Fancy Up some store-bought dresses for Christmas (or any occasion)

Clear Toy Storage Bags (with drawstring closure)

Make your own Magnetic Paper Dolls (and a fabric cover for your metal base)

Fabric Fishy Purse (pattern pieces included)

Holder for Charging Cell Phone (made from lotion bottle)

Frame a Scene from a Children’s Book: Guest Posting over on ‘No Big Dill’ today

Basic 3 Tiered Skirt: With Hidden or Exposed Seams (measurement chart included)

Simple Shirts with Exposed Zippers (works as cardigan too!!)

Wearable Blanket for Baby

Boy Graphic Tee: Using the new Silhouette Cameo (plus one to GIVE AWAY!! [$340 value])

Halloween cotsumes 2011: penguin (from mary poppins)

Halloween Costumes 2011: Penguin (from Mary Poppins)

Halloween costumes 2011: accessories for mary poppins

Halloween Costumes 2011: Bert (from Mary Poppins)

Halloween costumes 2011: accessories for mary poppins

Halloween Costumes 2011: Accessories for Mary Poppins

Old Sweater into Short Sleeve Dress (peasant style)

Little Boy Football Tshirt (with mock shoulder pads)

Simple Bow Hair Clips (with no-slip grip)

Little Boy Jeans: Refashion (with UK flag)

2 Legging Styles: Attached Skirt & Ruffle Bum

Super simple leggings: {only 2 fabric pieces}

Super Simple Leggings: {only 2 fabric pieces}

Interchangeable Suspenders (ruffled, plain, and bows)

Altering Jeans: Shorter (with Identical Hem)

Tip for Sewing with Vinyl (it sticks!!)…..Making Clear Vinyl Pouches

little girl romper 2

Little Girl Romper {“What Would You Make” Challenge}

Baby BOY sandals (made with faux leather)

Large Tote with Rounded Opening

Full and Textured Fabric Flowers

Breezy Skirt, detailed with Lace and Fabric Strips

Baby Girl Sandals (made with faux leather)

Re-purposing: Tshirt into Dress (or Top) with Braided Straps

Re-Purposing: Tshirt into a Dress with Braided Collar

Scrap-Pieced Belt…(Use Up Those SCRAPS!!)

Flip-Flop Refashion: Part 4 (Stretchy Knit Straps with Flowers)

Flip-Flop Refashion: Part 3 (Ruffled T-Strap)

Flip-Flop Refashion: Part 2 (Fabric Straps with Beads)

Flip-Flop Refashion: Part 1 (Braided Straps)

Pacifier Pocket – (tutorial plus FREE pattern pieces)

4th of July snuck right up…

Re-purposing: Tshirts into 5-strand-braided-headbands

Make your own Boy Shorts: with front pockets/back flaps

Ruffle Shirt {from ruffle fabric scraps}

Kid Craft Project: Paper Towel Butterflies

Re-purposing: Boy Pants into Shorts (with added Pocket)

Stuffed Fabric Turtles (with pattern pieces)

Ruffly Skirt……from pre-ruffled fabric

Long Ruffled Maxi Dress (using pre-ruffled fabric)

Aprons with heat transfer vinyl doodles {plus a Silhouette DISCOUNT CODE}

Re-purposing: Dress into Shirt {with elastic waist}

Rounded & Embellished {Faux Leather} Zipper Pouches

Sewing with my patterns {plus a few on sale…}

Front Tie Spring Dress – {Great for all ages}

Interchangeable Flip-Flop Back Straps

Cascading Ruffle Front, Woman’s Shirt

Rhinestone Applique {plus a Silhouette Craft Cutter DISCOUNT CODE}

More spring dress/skirt ideas…….Jumbo Ric-Rac

{Bias Cut} Fabric Strip Detail for Skirts and Dresses

Diaper Covers with Ruffle Fabric

Blessing/Confirmation Dress

Crushed Fabric Flower……..as an Accessory

Make your own Diaper Covers (and a little altering again…)

Altering Baby Clothes: Long Sleeves to Short {Plus Ruffles}

Women’s Skirt with Yoga Style Waist Band

Wool Felt Hair Accessories for Baby

Ruffled Scarf for SEWING REPUBLIC

The ‘MISTER’ Make It and Love It Series: Making Crayons

The ‘MISTER’ Make It and Love It Series: Decorate Cookies

The ‘MISTER Make It and Love It’ Series: Cardboard Guitars

Repurposing: Shirt into Skirt with Yoga Style Waistband

MINI SERIES with ‘Our Best Bites’: Fun with Kids Crafts in the Kitchen!

Recovering a Baby Car Seat

MINI SERIES with ‘Our Best Bites’: Kid-Friendly Breakfasts

Clothing Labels…..by the 100’s

Knit Receiving Blanket/Knit Baby Hats COMBO: Part 2

Knit Receiving Blanket/Knit Baby Hats COMBO: Part 1

Re-Purposing: Baseball Style Tee from Men’s Tshirts

Re-Purposing: T-shirt into Ruffly Dress

stencil and heat transfer shirts

More with the Silhouette: Freezer Paper Stenciling and Heat Transfer TEES

Re-purposing: Reversible Boy’s Vest from Old Trousers

Altering Used/New Jewelry……and making it your very own.

Pleated Knit Scarf

Embellished Tee with Ruffled Front and Cuffs

His and Her Aprons…….Last Minute Gift Idea??

Snuggly Owl for Sewing Republic

Sometimes the ‘Mister’ likes to Make It and Love It

Felt Toy Truck – Little Boy Gift Idea

Gift Card Cozy

Fancy Nancy – Little Girl Gift Idea

Embellished Tee with Fabric Strips

Zippered Pouches personalized with Iron-On Vinyl

Re-purposing: Long Sleeved Tee into Ruffled Dress

Embellished Tee: with Multi-Layered Flowers

Re-Purposing: Sweater into Sling Purse

Ice Cream Cozy / Soda Can Cozy……tucked into a Gift Tote

Maternity Band

Halloween buckets for trick-or-treating

Prince Charming Costume Tutorial (from Cinderella)

Cinderella dress – halloween costume

Cinderella Dress Accessories

Cinderella dress – halloween costume

Cinderella Dress – Halloween Costume

Sippy Cup Leash: Re-visited and Improved

2-in-1 Bag: Stroller Bag into a Messenger Bag

Re-purposing: Shirt to Dress with Boat Neck/Pockets

Fluffy Chiffon Skirt

Decorate My Home, Part 25 : 3D Butterfly Wall Display

Decorate My Home, Part 24 – Painted Canvases

Decorate My Home, Part 23 – 2D Clothes and Clothesline

Decorate My Home, Part 22 – Toy Bin Labeling

Re-purposing: Women’s Knit Shirt into Dress

Faux Leather (ahem, vinyl) Hair Accessories

Paper Bag Skirt…….{{and hidden mistake}}

Satin Flower Headbands

Re-purposing: Boy’s Button-Up into Girl’s Top with Tie

Full and Fluffy Pettiskirt

Skirt Alterations – Long to Short…with added Flowers/Ruffles

Decorate My Home, Part 21 – Flowered Pillow Cover

Re-purposing: Women’s Long Sleeved Shirt into Short Sleeves……and a new friend!

4th of July Shirts

Toddler Bag Handle

Dress Alterations – Increasing Length

Re-purposing: Stained Tshirt into a Shrug

Re-purposing: Shirt(s) to Skirt with Tie

Little Boy Suspenders

Re-purposing: Women’s Dress to Skirt

New shop location…..

New Shop Location…..

Repurposing: Neck Tie into Bow Tie

Re-Purposing: T-Shirt into Dress

Making Homemade Gak

Altering a Knit Summer Dress

Girl’s Ruffled Rectangle Shirt

Boy Bootie Pattern is HERE!

Flip-Flop Update

Interchangeable Flip-Flops

Girl’s Knit Layered Skirt

Girl’s Shirt – Pleated/Ruffled Neckline

Bath Toy Bag

Child’s Tool Belt

Re-purposing: Boys Tshirts, Part II

Re-Pursposing: Boy’s T-Shirts, Part I

Fleece Mittens

Knit Scarf

Gathered Flannel Scarf

Re-purposing: Bubble Skirt

Playdough Cookies

Re-Purposing: Girl’s Dress

Recovered High Chair

Bootie Pattern…finally

Scarf Re-Purpose: Stuffed Owl

Scarf Re-Purpose: Leggings

Scarf Re-Purpose: Fringe Skirt

Scarf Re-purpose: Winter Hat

Re-purposing: Girls Pants Part II

The TIE PATTERN

Re-purposing: Sweater to Sweater Dress

Women’s Corsage Shirt

Cinderella dress – halloween costume

Virtual Costume Parade 2009

Re-Purposing: Boy’s Pants

Re-pursposing: Girl’s ‘Initial’ Pants

Simple Fleece Scarf

Peter Pan Costume

Cinderella dress – halloween costume

Tinker Bell Costume

Women’s Shirt: Ruffled Neckline

Children’s Art Smock

Re-purposing: Shirt to Dress

Re-pursposing: Drool Bib

Re-purposing: Skirt/Shirt into a Dress

New sponsor and GIVEAWAY….are you ready???

Re-pursposing: Knit Capri’s

Re-purposing: Short Sleeve to Long, Part II

Re-Purposing: Short Sleeve to Long

Re-purposing: Girl’s Skirt

Catch-All Laminated Bib

Electronics Cozy

Mod Podge Shoes

Car Seat Handle Cover

Wee Wee Wigwam

Repurposing – Girl’s Ruffle Front Shirt

Repurposing – Boy’s Lounge Pants

Repurposing – Simple Dress (from Men’s Button-Up shirt)

Repurposing – Skirt/Leggings

“Learn to Walk” Belt

Fabric head band

Fabric Head Band

New pattern in my etsy shop

New Pattern in my ETSY SHOP

Arm Band Pouch

ID Bracelets

Re-purposing: twirly jean skirt

Re-purposing: Twirly Jean Skirt

Dolly Diapers

A new pattern in my etsy shop…

A new PATTERN in my etsy shop…

Light switch cover

Light Switch Cover

Bear hooded towel

Bear Hooded Towel

Fabric beaded jewelry

Fabric Beaded Jewelry

Id tags – luggage

ID Tags – Luggage

Sippy cup leash

Sippy Cup Leash

Ribbon Lamp

Bean bag letters

Bean Bag Letters

"easy as a cinch" bag

"Easy as a Cinch" Bag

Neck Pillow

Water bottle sling

Water Bottle Sling

Seat belt covers

Seat Belt Covers

Alterations – jeans

Alterations – Jeans

New item in my etsy shop.

New item in my ETSY SHOP.

Scrappy camera strap

Scrappy Camera Strap

Bow/hair clip holder

Bow/Hair Clip Holder

Scrap-pieced baby bib

Scrap-Pieced Baby Bib

Stuffed animal part 2

Stuffed Animal Part 2

Basic stuffed animals – part 1

Basic Stuffed Animals – Part 1

Felt hair clips

Felt Hair Clips

Easter Bunny

Cloth Blocks

Cloth baby rings

Cloth Baby Rings

Tissue Holder

Ribbon Capri’s

Diaper/wipes case

Diaper/Wipes Case

Boys can wear cute belts too

Boys Can Wear Cute Belts Too

Nursing cover clips

Nursing Cover Clips

Fort – table cover

Fort – Table Cover

"I Spy" Bags

Bag……from tea towels

Bag……from Tea Towels

Necklace holder

Necklace Holder

Apron variation

Apron Variation

Quick Apron

No-sew tutu tutorial

NO-Sew Tutu tutorial

Table cover tent

Table Cover Tent

Crayon Roll

Child’s Belt

Baby Legs

Car Seat Cover

Hat from sweater

Hat from Sweater

Binky Clip

Nursing Cover

Hair Ties

Simple fleece snow hat

Simple Fleece Snow Hat

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