Learn how to make a DIY Firework t-shirt with Plush fabric paint and a firework stencil. This is the perfect 4th of july t-shirt for summertime! There’s lots of different things to love about summer, but fireworks are so magical. It’s so fun to see my kids eyes light up when we watch a firework show. I designed a t-shirt…
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Learn how to add a DIY star applique to a t-shirt with a simple rag edge. This is an easy sewing project that’s perfect for summer and the 4th of July. Sometimes I need a simple and easy sewing project to satisfy the need the create. One of my favorite ways to do this is to add an applique to…
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Learn about my experience of using infusible ink and an Easypress 2 on polyester fabric and what happens when you iron over fused Cricut infusible ink. I love all the cool Cricut Infusible Ink transfer sheets. Whenever I see them I think of all the cool fabric prints I want to make with them. I decided to make my own…
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Learn how to make a DIY bean bag chair with free measurements! Make a comfortable chair that is great for reading to match your room! I’ve slowly been decorating and adjusting my son’s room. He has been reading lots and lots lately, so I decided to make him a comfy place to read for his room. This DIY bean bag…
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Learn how to sew a neckband on a t-shirt or a knit dress. There are two methods and both work well for a sewing machine or a serger. My favorite thing to wear in the summer is a lightweight t-shirt. I’ve learned to love to sew knit fabric after lots of trial and error. There are two ways to sew…
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Learn how to upcycle a swimming suit for kids. It’s a great way to save money and reuse adult swimming suits that aren’t being used. I often find nice men’s swim trunks and women’s swimming suits at the thrift store that don’t look like they’ve ever been worn. I’m usually the one swimming with the kids and I go through…
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Make your own bag with this list of DIY tote bags and free patterns. Each one is a tutorial with either the given measurements or a free printable pattern! I love having tote bags around for all the different uses. I love having a tote bag for the beach, a tote bag for the library, and a reusable bag for…
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Learn all about interfacing and how to use it. It’s so important for the inside of clothing and bags, and it gives strength and stability. When I first started sewing I didn’t realize how important interfacing was. I had learned about interfacing and logically I understand what it was used for, but I disliked having one more thing to buy…
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Learn how to make an upcycled jeans fabric basket using the hems cut off of jeans. These small diy fabric baskets are perfect for organizing drawers! My kids always create holes in the knees of their pants during the winter. At first I mend the knees in their jeans, but once it warms up enough I cut the pants and…
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Learn how to sew sleeves in the round with these two methods. Sew a set-in sleeve the easy way or the tried-and-true way. When I was learning to sew clothing and was taught how to sew set-in sleeves, I remember thinking, “I’m never sewing another sleeve in my life; I’m only going to sew sleeveless items from now ow”. It…
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