Sewing Projects / Baby Gift. DIY / Easy Pouch DIY. Craft Ideas / The Complete Guide to Imperfect Homemaking: Easy, Thrifty, Pretty Rag Quilt {Tutorial} Cult of Crochet / Broomstick Lace Bracelet. My Style / might have to try this. Scrap Ribbon Wallet Tutorial. These are the little wallet/clutches I made for the SYTYC Contest for the theme “Green.”
I was going to wait until after Thanksgiving to post the tutorial, but I had so many requests that I thought I’d do it early. Maybe you want to stay in on Black Friday and make some handmade presents for Christmas instead of shopping! I made the wallets using leftover ribbon scraps that are too small to use for anything else (except maybe for a scrap ribbon camera strap or a scrap ribbon belt) and a basic applique technique. The wallets have a clear vinyl ID/photo wallet and three pockets for cash and credit cards. They are so interesting when folded out! Note: All the dimensions in this tutorial are for the wallet size. Step 1: Cut a 5″ x 11″ piece of muslin and a 5″ x 11″ piece of Wonder Under.
Step 2: Place the Wonder Under on top of the muslin and begin layering your scrap ribbon pieces on top until the Wonder Under is completely covered. DIY / DIY Enveloppe clutch. Renske’s minimalist tote bag. A talented seamstress with a mission, Renske Solkesz decided to create her own wardrobe after finding herself frustrated with high fashion prices.
When we saw her chic and modern wardrobe creations, we asked if she’d be willing to create and share a fun accessory tutorial with us. I’m super excited about what she’s come up with: an amazing self-closing utilitarian tote! I’m a huge fan of the graphic contrast and the leather and rivet details. Like her fashion designs, this tote is made from inexpensive materials, yet looks totally luxe.
I’m halfway out the door to the fabric store already! CLICK HERE for the full how-to after the jump! When I designed this bag, I wanted to integrate the grip/straps in a more functional way with the rest of the bag. A friend of mine called it a “yin yang bag,” which is pretty accurate, I think. Materials Tools HammerSewing machineScissorsPinsChalkMeasuring tapeIronPattern template. Leather lunch tote.
I don’t bring my lunch to work as often as I should.
And by that, I mean never. What if I had a cool lunch tote? It might not help, but at the very least, it’s a fun project to practice your hand sewing and to make something interesting. Whether you need a lunch tote or not, this is a project you can modify for your own totable needs. Enjoy! See the full how-to after the jump!
Before starting, print out the template on your printer using the “tile” function and tape it together to 100% scale. Materials 6–7 oz. weight stiff leatherheavy waxed thread Tools leather punches — #5 and #00leather sewing needlescontact cementrotary kniferulerstitching spacerdownloadable template Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Wool camera wrap. One thing I’m typically seen lugging around is a camera.
Most camera bags are overkill, especially when you just want a bit of protection walking around, or you’re packing a camera in another bag for a short trip. I picked up a nice looking, heavy wool remnant from the Pendleton outlet last weekend, so I figured I could try my hand at a simple camera wrap. Now I’ve got just the right amount of walk-around camera protection without the “tourist look.” — Matt See the full how-to after the jump! Making a structured camera with soft fabric is kinda crazy unless you use a stiff liner, so I was aiming for more of a protective wrap. Materials heavy wool fabricstrap material — leather or canvas Tools sewing machinescissors or rotary knifepencilpaper Instructions 1. 2. 3. Craft Ideas For Me / wallet/clutch.
"Love Birds" or Rice-Filled Heating Pads for Children. Update: Because some unscrupulous people have hijacked my pattern for "Love Birds" I have taken the free pattern off the web and am now selling it in my Etsy store.
So sorry! The other day a flock of "Love Birds" descended upon our home. These are not typical Love Birds, but I think it is an apt description none-the-less. After all, they are birds and we are giving them to our grandchildren with a whole lotta love!