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T-Shirt Remodel: A Tutorial | Diary of a Mad Crafter. There have been SO many t-shirt remodels on Pinterest, that I thought I’d give one a try my own way. I found the most gorgeousss colored shirt at A.C. Moore today (for less than $4!) And I knew that this would be The Shirt. I got an extra large so I could make a dress (I’m short, so it works for me, if you’re tall, you would make a long shirt, or add a layer to the edge of the shirt to make a dress).

If you have some knowledge of sewing, this is pretty easy, I finished it in less than 2 hours! Here is my remodel! (Don’t you just LOVE that colorrr!?) So, I started by putting my shirt on inside out, and marked with some chalk where my shoulders actually start (they sure don’t start halfway down my arm! Then, I marked from the top to the arm pit, and cut! I marked, pinned, and sewed (but forgot to get a picture of that!) After I sewed the sleeve smaller, I pinned it back to the original hole. After sewing it, it was time to deal with the excess fabric from the original sleeve length. P.S. Diy reusable snack bag. Paper airplane clutch. | Look what I made! It has been pretty warm in Vienna lately. With pretty warm I mean almost 20 ° C and sun. So I took the opportunity to wear shorts (with light tights but still: shorts). When I was wondering around the neighborhood I had this epiphany that I want to make another clutch.

Remember my other one? I’m so happy how it turned out and I use it all the time. So I wanted to make another one. But I’m a lazy sewer. So it doesn’t only look great but is easy to make too! All you need is: - an old cushion (or fabric and a zipper) - some leather - pins - a strap (mine is a rubber strap, leftover from my cage bra) - fabric paint - a brush - some chalk (to draft) - a sewing machine - a needle - thread - scissors Cut the back of the cushion off.

Cut a piece out of the leather. Pin the leather to the fabric with the zipper (if you don’t have a fabric with a zipper, sew the zipper on later). Open the bag and sew the pieces of fabric together with the leather being on top of the cotton fabric. Now. Like this: Cat Hammock. Sewing machine parts - Singer, White & Viking sewing machine parts. Sewing Machine Parts Sewing Parts Online specializes in genuine and replacement sewing machine parts from Singer to Viking sewing machine parts, plus serger parts, overlock parts, sewing machine accessories, manuals & more. Special Offer from Sewing Machine Parts: Get Free Shipping on orders of $75 or more Your savings will be applied automatically at checkout on the Sewing Machine Parts website. (offer expires: 04-29-2014) Click to report savings error Click below to go to Sewing Machine Parts departments What's Inside: Sewing Parts Online - Your beloved sewing machine is broken and you feel as if a part of your heart is broken.

Viking sewing machine parts & accessories - Whether you need a new zipper foot for your classic Viking sewing machine or a new extension table for a newer Husqvarna Viking model, you're bound to find that special part that will get you back in sewing business. You might also like these Art - Hobbies - Crafts catalogs. Sewing Tutorial: Piggy Pillow.

As promised, I have completed the tutorial and the pattern for the “Be My Valentine – Piggy Pillow”, which was published 3 weeks ago. This time I made a pair for my kids, they love it. You may not be able to do it in time for this valentine but as I said, if you have love in you, everyday is valentine. Hope you sew some for your loved ones no matter if it is Feb 14. Besides as a pillow, you can use this pattern to make into other things, for example, pin cushion, smaller softy as gift, or a piggy back pack for little children. Just change the size by reducing or enlarging and modify it to fit into your design. Material you need:1. Print out the PDF pattern of the piggy pillow. Use a pencil and trace the pattern onto the cotton fabric. Sandwich the towels in between 2 fabrics. Sew it up on the sewing line, it can be from sewing machine or hand stitching.

Turn body, ear and tail inside out. Tie a knot at the tip of the tail as shown, mark a length of 4″ from the tip. Sew the ears on. DIY.. Reversible Fabric Storage Bin | Haberdashery Fun. I’m addicted to making fabric storage bins. How about you? I made smaller versions of these last year and have always wanted larger ones. I finally had a few free hours to work on the pattern and get a few made. I love how they turned out and how they look with the top edge rolled down. And they are reversible too! Wouldn’t they make an awesome baby shower or house warming gift? The finished size is 8.5″L x 9″W x 7″H Supplies Needed: Cotton fabric outside – 1/2 yardCotton fabric lining – 1/2 yardPellon Décor-Bond 809 – 1 yardSewing machine and related suppliesRotary cutter, cutting mat, quilting rotary cutting rulerDisappearing ink penIron and ironing board Before we get started, you will need to complete the following: Cut your fabric – cut 2 rectangles measuring 18″ x 24″ from the outside and lining fabrics.

Alright, let’s get sewing your simple fabric bin! Fold the rectangle in half, to measure 18″ x 12.” That’s it! Want to sew other reversible projects? Fabric reference.. Silk Brocade Corset... for $8! - CRAFTSTER CRAFT CHALLENGES. When this challenge was announced, I immediately started thinking about ideas. What awesome things can I make for under $10? Then it hit me: A CORSET! I went to my dollar store with this end goal in mind, and after a week of blood, sweat, and tears (good thing I keep the band-aids in the craft room), I came up with this: The materials: 3 Silk-brocade pillow cases, 2 for $1.95, 1 for $1.50 (you'll find out later why one was cheaper)1 package of zip-ties, $1.651 pink kid's scarf, $1TOTAL: $8.05 I'd picked up a package of snaps and a grommet setter, but I decided not to use the snaps.

First things first: the lacing. Farewell, pink scarf, I barely knew ye! Yarn tripled and chained with a G hook, then that chain was chained with a K hook. I really wish I had pictures to show of my process making the corset, but my craft room lighting is the worst in the world, and I rarely get home before it's dark out. Completely lined and reversible! The pillowcases had fronts and backs. Custom Corset Pattern Generator. 21+ Cute and Clever Things To Make From Old Jeans.

You know that pair of favorite old jeans you just can’t get rid of? The ones that have served you well for years, and now they are just too worn to wear as jeans much longer. They don’t need to just sit in your closet gathering dust! There are dozens of ways to recycle jeans into creative new objects, from corsets to notebook covers. Whether or not you want to re-purpose your favorite pair of jeans or simply want to get a little crafty with what you have on hand, here are awesome do-it-yourself projects using jeans.

Chic Cocktail Napkins Patchwork Jean Bowl Recycled Denim Corset Pant Leg Jean Doll Skirt Crocheted Cutoffs Old Jeans to New Hairband Throw Pillow Cover with Recycled Jeans. Recycled Denim Corset ∙ How To by Karlene C. How To Re-Cover a Pillow | My sewing inspiration. DIY: From Trash to High Fashion. Home > DIY > DIY: From Trash to High Fashion By Fashion Addict on August 26, 2013 Hey divas. Today I present you new topic called “ DIY : From Trash to High Fashion ” However, before you start cleaning your house, I want to show you incredibly creative DIY: From Trash to High Fashion - projects that may change your mind.

You’ll learn that a lot of useless items can be transformed into wonderful creations that you can wear every day. Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source Source. Polo Tee to Bow-Tie Blouse. By gabrielleblair | I love a good re-fashion don’t you? The frugal minded part of me loves this kind of project, there’s something to be said for using what you have and turning it into something awesome. Men’s shirts seem to be an easy resource to get a hold of when it comes to re-purposing — they’re available in abundance at thrift stores. That cute skirt above was made using a men’s dress shirt. Isn’t it adorable? I’ve gathered together 20 more great men’s shirt re-fashions below, click through for some great tutorials and DIY inspiration! Nggallery id=’122918′ Dress Shirt to Summer Top Read more from Gabrielle on DesignMom.com.

Join Gabrielle on Facebook and Twitter for updates. 15 vibrant summer sandals under $30 20 ways for your wardrobe to connect the polka dots 10 items you can borrow from your man’s closet 20 ways to wear this season’s hottest color 15 flowy dresses more comfortable than your PJs. It's been one of those days...: T-shirt restyling - the Pinterest way. Again. It's no secret that I have a love-hate relationship with Pinterest. I love how many ideas I gather, I hate that my home never reflects that I have seen these ideas. I love the inspirational, motivational quotes, I hate that I can never remember them at the right time. I love the gorgeous food I see, I hate that if I ate them all I'd not fit my pinterest-altered jeans anymore. However sometimes I get the urge to try something on Pinterest and probably my most successful attempt was this altered T-shirt I tried a year ago after seeing a very cool pin. I spent a hasty 30 minutes (I didn't have) to create a fab new singlet top with a t-shirt (I would never have worn otherwise).Many good things start with a hasty decision to avoid cooking dinner, right?

Talking of t-shirts I would never have worn - recently I entered a 19-strong team into Relay for Life, a fundraising event for the Cancer Society. And so I gathered my t-shirt, found my old pin and I got chopping. And there we have it. Laters. Elna - United States - Sewing ideas - Sewing - DENIM BAG. Sewing ideas Rate this project To vote, simply click on a star. The project 54 ratings The sewing instructions 45 ratings Materials: One old pair of jeans (size doesn't matter) One old belt (minimum length 80 cm) 50 cm of printed fabric, 110 cm or 140 cm wide (heavy cotton or fake fur) Assorted thread, pencil, ruler, scissors and pins Instructions: Cutting up the jeans: Cut off the legs of the jeans at crotch level.

Cutting the printed fabric: Iron the fabric flat. Attaching the printed fabric to the jeans: Create a 1 cm hem at the bottom edge of the jeans and iron it firmly to hold it in place. Adding the leather handles Turn the bag around so that the zip seam of the jeans is on the right and the rear seam is on the left. Congratulations: your bag is complete! If you're a perfectionist, you can also use a finer fabric of your choice to make a soft lining for your bag. Button Down Peplum ... by madewithhugsandkisses.