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Zede's Sewing Studio Blog. Make an Embellished, Denim Fold-Over Bag. The Bohemian Fold-over Bag.

Make an Embellished, Denim Fold-Over Bag

The applique embellishment is stitched-down quilting-fabric circles. Sloan Howard Photo: Sloan Howard The Fold-over Bag by Cheryl Kuczek of Paradiso Designs (Paradiso Designs.com) is a top-handled shopper, or a folded messenger bag with long strap. The design is simple and classic, so you can use unique materials to create different looks from the same pattern. The Luxe version is shown in SewStylish Fall 2012, made with chromed mock croc with black faux leather trim. With a few exceptions, the techniques to make the different bag versions are the same. Tutorial: Reversible Patchwork Bag. Something I've wanted to do really bad...

Tutorial: Reversible Patchwork Bag

A new sewing tutorial!! It really makes me happy that you guys enjoyed my sewing tutorialsand made beautiful fabric baskets, camera cases, and pen cases.My finding is that you like easy & quick projects like I do! How about this reversible patchwork bags that are easy and quickto make and can be lovely little handmade gifts? Cut out 32 of 2 1/2" squares. (I used 16 different kinds offabric, 2 squares from each different fabric) Arrange to make 2 sets of 16 x 16 top layers. Sew each row consisting of 4 squares. 4 rows completed! Press seams to one direction, making sure ones next to each otherare pressed to opposite directions.

Now let's sew all the 4 rows together. Press seam open. Do the same for the rest of 16 squares and nowyou have 2 patchwork tops complete! Sew them right sides together. Cut out the bottom 2 corners. Turn the bag out. Cut out 2 pieces measuring 8 3/4" x 1 1/2".These will be casing for cords. Fold the edges like this. Google Translate. Make a Bunny Softie from Recycled Sweaters. Make a Bunny Softie from Recycled Sweaters By Kayte Terry About six years ago, I made my first stuffed bunny rabbit for an adorable crafty boy I had a big crush on.

Make a Bunny Softie from Recycled Sweaters

Christmas was coming up and, while we had only been dating for a few weeks, I knew that he needed something more than the token CD that you usually give to guys you’ve only been dating a few weeks. In retrospect, it was a pretty bold move, but since this adorable crafty man is now my husband, I think it worked. In the years since, I have become something of a rabbit maniac, making dozens of bunnies to give to loved ones and even adopting a little rabbit of my own named Potato. My husband and I call him our “fur son” and we spoil him rotten. Springtime is the perfect time to give someone you love a stuffed bunny. Tiny Kitten in a Box. What you need:~ fleece scraps -- black, white, and light and dark of a color of your choosing -- I will call it blue throughout the tutorial.

Tiny Kitten in a Box

Goldilocks & the 3 Bears Finger Puppets. Whew!

Goldilocks & the 3 Bears Finger Puppets

After a short break from my finger puppets, here is the next installation: I just love these guys!!! Once again I just used "stuff" I had on hand -- you can certainly replace items in my supply list with whatever you've got! Goldilocks and the Three Bears Finger Puppets Pattern ~ Brown fleece~ Black felt/fleece scrap or beads for bear noses~ Black seed beads for eyes~ Fleece for G's skin~ Yarn for G's hair~ Large-eyed needle (for yarn)~ Small amount of fiberfil or cotton balls, for stuffing~ Printed patterns (on cardstock if possible) STEP ONE: Fold your brown fleece right sides together, Place pattern on top, and sew around. STEP TWO: Noses! Pinch the circle below the nose... ...like this. Crafty Sheep » Blog Archive » Waldorf Doll Hair Tutorial. A Waldorf Doll Hair Tutorial – Or: how to make Lina’s hair.

Crafty Sheep » Blog Archive » Waldorf Doll Hair Tutorial

What you need: - Yarn in the desired hair colour. This can be any yarn you like, from sock yarn to DK weight yarn to mohair. It all depends on the size of your doll, and the desired look. Handmade with Love :) Classic Zombie ∙ How To by Zombie Felties on Cut Out. Re-purposing. Stuffed Fabric Turtles (with pattern pieces) We were shopping around, down in Florida, after we went to the zoo several weeks ago (yes, in Jacksonville…..some of you asked)……..and we stopped by a Pottery Barn Kids store.

Stuffed Fabric Turtles (with pattern pieces)

I’m a window shopper. Well, and an inspiration-seeker shopper. I love walking around and daring myself to find something I want to make. Ha. Want to go shopping with me? I might drive you crazy. Then you and my husband will have something in common. While we were there…..we saw some cute little stuffed turtles. So I snapped a picture with my phone, and I decided to try and figure it out at home. So, here’s my version…..a bit different, but just as sweet. They are soft and plump and are perfect for little hands. …..and the tail may be my favorite part.

Matryoshka Doll Tutorial. After all the fun I had making my matryoshka style dolls a couple of weeks ago I thought it would be mean not to spread the fun a little.

Matryoshka Doll Tutorial

So I am going to do my first ever tutorial and try to share with you how to make one! I have tried to be nice and clear, use lots of pictures and not to over-explain things (as I have a tendency to do) but do let me know if anything can be improved. Patterns from independent designers. Dmjsearch-search. Tilda's Studio: Over 50 fresh projects for you, your home and loved ones (9781446301586): Tone Finnanger. Tilda's Spring Ideas (9781446302446): Tone Finnanger. Dolls / Doll Clothes / Toys.