Altoids Pincushion Tin Posted on June 18, 2011 Here is my version of an Altoids tin repurposed into a pincushion and sewing gadget box. The materials used in this project were from an Envelope of Doom (EOD) swap I participated in. If you aren’t familiar with an EOD swap, its where you put some crafting materials into an envelope and mail them off to your partner. The challenge is to use the materials you receive to make things for your partner and then return the finished items back to your swap partner. I was inspired by this Altoids project which used a magnetic sheet on the inside of the lid to hold needles and such. Over at Craftsters Rackycoo’s tutorial is outstanding and has step-by-step photos showing how to decorate your tin. I hope my swap partner will enjoy her recycled Altoids tin as much as I did creating the little sewing box. Tags: Altoids, pincushion, recycled-crafting, tin
Circle Zip Earbud Pouch Tutorial - Dog Under My Desk I use a little zippered pouch to carry around my earbuds since they are the fancy microphone ones and I don’t want them to break or get tangled. Some of you have commented that you are looking for some small, simple gift ideas. This is definitely simple to make, and a little more fun than the typical rectangular zippered pouch! I can see these as the perfect gift for teenage cousins or nieces or girlfriends or even teacher gifts. Fun, quick, and cute! It doesn’t take very much fabric so you could even use scraps! UPDATE: I have completely re-written this tutorial with twice as many bright, clear photos and more detailed instructions and it is available as a pattern in my pattern shop. First, download the pattern template HERE. Cut from main fabric: 1 circle 2 half circles 1 tab Cut from lining fabric: 1 circle 2 half circles Cut from batting (or medium weight interfacing, if you prefer): 1 circle 2 half circles You will also need a 1″ wide nylon 5″ or longer zipper. Time to sew!
Adorable DIY Ear Warmers How gorgeous are these ear warmers?? I love all the different styles you can make from one tute as well. When I spied these on Delia Creates I just had to beg Delia to share the DIY with you, and lucky us, she agreed! Take it away Delia: With autumn here and winter right around the corner, it is the perfect time to make these easy ear warmers! These are so fun and quick to make, you may want to make four…like I did! For this one I added some pleats up the side and added some flowers. For this one I used a sleeve off an old thermal knit shirt. And this one is fleece with a matching knit fabric sewn over it and a nice pretty recycled knit bow. You’re so excited now right? And remember to leave Delia a comment, because this week’s favorite commenter wins those gorgeous embroidery patterns pictured up on the left! DIY Ear Warmers The idea is pretty simple. Taper the ends to an ending width of about 1 1/2 inches wide. Add pleats if you so desire. Fold the sides under and sew. All done.
Owl Cushion Tutorial by The Craft Revival Make It Yourself: Free How-To from Salvage-Style Projects Amy Hughes is an editor at This Old House, so it's a given that she knows her stuff. She's also the author of Salvage-Style Projects and, as an old friend of Apartment Therapy (we did a House Tour of her apartment), she's kindly sharing a full project from the book. It's a sneak peek at Amy's brand of salvage-style and everything you need to know to create your own version of her faucet handle towel rack… Previous image Next image Use Faucet Handles to Make a Towel Rack from Salvage-Style Projects Creamy white faucet handles can double as stylish towel or robe hooks. For my project, I went a step further, adding a shelf supported by ornate cast-iron brackets, about $15 each at online housewares shops. I scored three cross-style handles at a salvage yard for $45, including the matching porcelain escutcheons that used to sleeve over the faucets' valve stems. Supplies Needed: Tools Needed: Step-by-Step instructions: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Amy's notes on faucet handles: Thanks, Amy!
Office Supplies Blog » packaging templates from japan I’m not sure how I discovered this awesome collection of packaging templates but I’m glad I did! Some professor or student at a japanese univeresity was nice enough to share all their packaging templates with the world! These are a few of my favorites and you can see all of them on their website. P.S. stumbleupon Handmade Pleated Apron Tutorial with Built in Hot Pads One of my pet peeves while cooking is not being able to find a hot pad. My other pet peeve is only being able to find one when I need two. So I got to thinking….what if I put hot pads on the bottom of my apron? I tried to add some to an existing apron, but it was not wide enough, or long enough to work. Then I remembered I had promised a tutorial for an apron you can make with one yard of fabric. This is a simple apron so don’t let all the pictures scare you off! This makes a size medium apron. You can use the print button above to print the tutorial. Supplies: Cut these pieces from your yard of fabric and lining: You can add another layer of the Insul-Bright to make it more heat proof. Start with a 7 inch piece of lining and place on top of the wrong side of an 8 inch fabric piece. Fold the edges over and sew the lining to the fabric. Now press the 2o x 45 inch piece in half with the 20 inch sides together. Your two box pleats should measure about 4 inches on top. Last step!
Kitchen + Dining married to a bmw Free Sewing Patterns: Kitchen + Dining 06. February 2009 · Write a comment · Categories: Sewing Back to Free Sewing Patterns The Marie Apron by think liz (sewn here and here)Krista Apron by think lizSunkissed Aprons by Everyday Celebrations for Moda Bake ShopSandalwood Apron by Sewing in No Mans LandHostess Apron Tutorial by this and thatSweet Ruffle Apron by Love Elaine for Sew, Mama, Sew! Share this: Connect Search Categories Archives © 2011 married to a bmw. Design by picomol.
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. 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 Instructions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Finished!
Travel Accessories: Plenty of Pockets Tote When you're on the road, doesn't it always seems to be the ordinary, everyday things you are suddenly in desperate need of: gum, nail clippers, your headphones? I get a little panicky, certain I've left behind the most obvious items... as if perhaps I'm on an arctic expedition and won't see civilization for days. But the opportunity for replenishment doesn't matter; I want my stuff close at hand. That's the theory behind our handsome travel tote: plenty o' pockets to stash all your stuff. There are four big outside pockets plus a deep inside compartment (exactly deep enough for a magazine, I might add!) Our Travel Accessories series is sponsored by Free Spirit Fabrics, as part of our Artist Trio Series introducing Anna Maria Horner's beautiful new Loulouthi fabric collection. We recommend using a twin or double needle to do the decorative stitching on this project. The finished size of the tote is approximately 12½" tall x 11½" wide. Contributors Tags: travel accessories Section:
Tutorial: Lunch Bag Thank you for encouraging me to write up a tute on this lunch (bento box) bag! I really like this bag pattern because this bag, measuring approximately 9"(width) x 7 1/2"(hight w/o handles) x 5 1/2" (depth), can be used not only for bento boxes of any kind but also for carrying little crafty projects like yarn + needles. It has a cover inside that can give nice privacy for whatever in there and the cover can also prevent it from getting dusty in a windy day. It is much sturdier and larger than the fabric basket, so if you found that your fabric basket was too small or too floppy as a gift bag, this might be a good alternative..?! As usual, I have tons of images to share each step with you, so bare with me! We'll need these pieces of fabric, As usual, all the measurement includes 1/4" seam allowances unless otherwise noted. Then press seam open. Since I am using cotton fabric for the outer bag, I need to make it sturdier, so I am using this interfacing measuring 17 1/2" x 12 1/2" here.
Floating On Cloud9: Tutorial | Contoured Burp Cloths I’ve been planning some baby gifts lately and I must say, My Happy Nursery couldn’t've come at a better time! After doing a dry run on this simple and stylishly contoured burp cloth, I thought to share the project with you. I made these 4 in under an hour, so it’s a fast, practical but fun, last minute project, too. You can get 2 burp cloth faces out of a fat quarter (18″h x 22″w), which makes it economical if you made two of the same print per set- or even two sets of assorted patterns. Each is backed in our organic Cloud white flannel (1/2″ yard needed for 4). The pattern piece can be downloaded here. You will need to cut out the spacer piece and tape it to the bottom (straight) edge of the pattern.