Put Up Your Dukes: braided scarf tutorial. I have a tutorial that is forty thrillionty times easier and better than my previous (ahem, first ever...give me some grace!) Tutorial. It is accessible to infinitely more people (you dont have to have a baby, OR a dress to start out with). And it is really simple. there are only 4 lines of stitching total.
Oh, did I mention it's mega cute and chic also? 5 weeks ago I saw this scarf on pinterest. it was pinned by a VERY popular pinner that I follow under her DIY board. LOVE these colors. must make a yellow and gray one for me. source The more I thought about it, the more I wanted this, and wanted it CHEAP. Then I got busy. the hardest part was figuring out the knot/braid, but Jesse jumped down and took charge like a freaking Eagle Scout. High on our success and planning the tutorial that would certainly be "my big break," I tweeted the following: And then naturally I got sidetracked with sewing orders and running and sleeping and life and never followed through on sharing this with anyone.
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New pearltree's name Crafts. Free Hat Knitting Patterns" Knitting hats is a great way to learn new knitting techniques -- hat patterns range from quick and easy to intricate and detailed. Beginners can hone their skills on basic hat patterns, while more advanced crafters can tackle complex stitch patterns and color work. These free knitting patterns will let you create colorful and fun hats for all different skill levels. Daisy-top HatThe daisy-top hat will look adorable on the little lady in your life. Gull Stitch ToqueThis faux-cable stitch pattern looks complex and beautiful. Mohair-Look HatThe mohair-look hat has a warm, thick texture and shape that fits most adult heads. Penguin Pal HatThe penguin pal hat will keep your little one warm, and you'll be a master at knitting colorful patterns. Our first hat is sweet and pretty, the perfect way to keep any little girl's head warm.
For more helpful knitting tips and interesting patterns, try: 15 things home sewers can learn from industrial sewing. Today, we have a very special guest post from local sewing legend, Sharon Blair. Sharon runs Portland Sewing, where she and her faculty teach a wide range of classes including industrial techniques. I had the pleasure of meeting Sharon recently and asked her to fill us in on some tips home sewers can take away from industry practices.
-Sarai image: industrial sewing machine by kerem79 I like to sew. I call it my “Zen.” It relaxes me. That’s what sewing with an industrial machine can do for you. But there are many other techniques from the industry you can use to improve your sewing and the look of your garments without buying the machine. Change your seam allowances. There are so many other fun and interesting techniques to use when making a professional garment. About Sharon: Fashion entrepreneur, designer and writer Sharon Blair studied couture sewing in Paris. Uses for plastic bottles.