Tutorial - Upcycle Clothing with DIY Shibori Dyeing

Change the color of a dress for a new look

Tutorial at Green Issues by Agy Blog

"Apart from upcycling my scraps, I have been fascinated with how you can change the colour of your clothes. Adding a burst of colour, whether it be bright pink or even black, can really change the way you perceive your garment. Just like that, you can become attached to it again, and hopefully it will make its way back to the top of your pile of clothes in the wardrobe. Sad to say, we tend to ignore certain items when we get bored with them, and if you are not good with the needle and thread (or sewing machine) perhaps a packet of dye would help you in getting a "new" garment without hitting the stores".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Covered Hanger

Wrap a few in tissue paper with a lavender bag for a thoughtful hand made gift

Tutorial at Hands On Workshop Blog

"These Covered Coathangers look really pretty and they’re super practical too. NO sewing involved. Coathangers are an ingeniously simple design. Perfect for hanging business shirts, but not so perfect for many women’s tops and dresses. Strappy tops and light Summer dresses have a habit of slipping off just after you’ve hung them. You hang up the item again, and it slides off a second time. The coathanger is left swinging on the rack, almost daring you to do it again".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Rose Stenciled Top

Easy, affordable and effective way to refashion a top

Tutorial at Cute Simple Stuff Blog

"This top right here was one of my faves, it´s just one of those tops that is so comfy you can sleep on it, but so versatile you can dress it up with some necklace, a nice hairstyle and some heels, and you are good to go. BUT it got bleach stained, maybe it was a splash from when I was doing my laundry, sad moment, and I was just about to give up any hope on using is again, but then I thought of “saving it” by adding some stenciled pretty roses, stamping them. And I love the result".... Read more

Tutorial - Make Cedar Hangers for Your Closet

Add a nice cedar scent to your closet

Tutorial at Fleur de Lis Quilts Blog

"Do you know why cedar is such a popular scent for closets?  In additional to being really pretty, the wood has a wonderful, woodsy scent that repels insects. Really, the fact that cedar repels bugs is the main reason for having it in your closet.Those repelled bugs includes moths, which love to eat sweaters and coats.  Ask me how I know".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Polka Dot Tights

Use a pencil eraser or a pen cap as a stamp

Tutorial at Sisters What Blog

"I don't really consider myself a stylish person. I might have a cute shirt or sweatshirt or dress, but it takes a considerable amount of effort to really pull off a great outfit that is comfy and cute. But, that rarely  happen, because comfy usually wins. Anyway, along with my love of scarfs, I also love tights. I probably have as many tights as I do scarfs. Seriously. They're great because they're usually inexpensive and take up little space. Plus they can add a pop of color to any outfit; basically it works as great as a scarf. But the best part is....I don't have to shave".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Cotton Webbing Belt

Color coordinate with your wardrobe

Belt Tutorial at Show Tell Share Blog

"My youngest has envied his brothers' belts for some time now. And to be honest, I always forget to pick up a belt for him when I am out shopping. A few weeks ago I ordered some really fun ombre striped cotton webbing to make messengers bags for the rest of the boys, since the first one was such a big hit. And of course my 3 year old kept asking me to use the cotton webbing and tie it around his waist as a belt. Finally, after one of his requests, right then and there I decided to just make him a belt instead of buying one. I rummaged through my things and found 2 D-rings that fit perfectly. At first I was going to just make a simple belt, but then I thought a pop of color would be fun".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Jersey Tunic

Simple pattern to embellish as you wish

Jersey Tunic Tutorial at Little Treasures Blog

"This is a pattern I highly appreciate because this tunic can be made in literally 15 minutes {including a coffee break :) } and this is my third tunic, so I know what I am talking about (I made the first one in 2008 using the same pattern). I thought I would grow weary of it, but 'No, Sir', I love it. And you are going to love it too, since it comes with instructions".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Tee Shirt Cardigan

Add artwork with a bleach pen

Tee Shirt Cardigan Tutorial at Blooms and Bugs Blog

"I sew clothes all the time...for my daughter.For me? Not so much. Even simple repairs like sewing on a button, or hemming a pair of pants languish for months in my unfinished pile, before they get to my machine. With that state of affairs, I signed up for Meg's SOS series, for "Something for Me" part - not sure what I was thinking. Maybe I was just too thrilled to guest post among such talented ladies that I couldn't think straight. Anyhow, after a lot of back and forth, I decided I wanted to make a summer cardigan...from T shirts. So far so good. Here's what I did".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Baby Shorts from Sleeves

Irresistible! 

Baby Shorts Tutorial at Nap Time Crafters Blog

"I was about to throw the top half of a re-purposed tee away when I realized the sleeves were the perfect shape to turn into some shorts for little man. The inseam of the sleeve becomes the inseam of the shorts and you can use the sleeve hem as the shorts hem so most of the work is already done- perfect project for a busy mom".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Clothing Labels

Printing your label on ribbon looks so professional

Label Tutorial at Sew Delicious Blog

"Labels can be quite expensive, so I thought today I would share how I make mine. There are lots of fantastic tutorials out there by other crafty people, but mine is a little bit different - I am going to show you how to design a logo to use on your labels as well. This is not only great for people wanting to add a professional touch to their sewing projects, but also for parents who need to put name labels in their children's school and sports clothes and uniforms".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Ruffled Skirt

Little girls will love this Minnie inspired skirt

Ruffle Skirt Tutorial at La*tee*da*kids Blog

"My skirt is of course Minnie Mouse inspired with the giant red polka dots. Choose whatever fabric you like, use something different for the ruffle if it makes you happy having some contrast! Now follow along while I show you how to make this skirt that is perfect for the beginning sewer. Please keep in mind. There is more than one way to skin a cat! This is how I made this and came up with my own measurements. You can always use your own methods".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Apron Top

The little rosettes on the yoke are a nice touch

Apron Top Tutorial at Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom

"I love the simple and sweet look of an Apron-style Top in the summer time.  I've wanted to make one for a while and finally put aside some time to figure it out how to do it.  The Apron Top came together so quickly that I wanted to share the tutorial".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Oversized Hoodie

So cool! I'm so impressed! A hoodie! And she says it's easy!

Oversized Hoodie Tutorial at The Boy Trifecta
"I've found that, while there are some great boys patterns, many of the end at size 6 or 7, leaving my extremely tall 9-year-old out of the handmade fun. I also find that sewing for him can get pricey, because his garments require so much fabric! Many hoodie patterns are fully lined, designed to help the home sewist enclose raw fabric edges. This pattern is designed to conserve fabric by lining only the hood, while still being large enough for a big kid. I think this pattern is a comfortable size 12. Also, this is a QUICK project. I can get through this hoodie in less than 90 minutes..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Faux Union Suit Pajamas

Perfect for Christmas morning!

Footie Pajamas with Faux Flap Tutorial at Dahlhart Lane
"I was lucky enough to have a couple knit footed pajamas around the house already to use as a basic pattern. If you have a snug fitting pair already, just turn it inside out and place on your fabric and cut out your pattern pieces. The size that I didn't have around, I used a top and bottom set and measured the torso length to make sure it would fit the same..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Reversible Toddler Pants

That's a lot of great reasons to whip some of these up!

Reversible Toddler Pants Tutorial at Blooms And Bugs
"There're a lot of reasons I love these pants:

1. You can switch up sides to match two outfits.
2. With fall coming up, having two layers provide some warmth to the little tush.
3. With a baby like mine, who's allergic to all the artificial fabrics, this is the only way I can make her wear fancy stuff, like velour, with a cotton lining inside.
4. If you make it in contrasting colors and a little longer, you can have nice contrasting cuffs, which will later become plain pants, when your baby grown 2 inches overnight..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Add Footies to Baby Pants

Awwwww. Great idea!

Add Footies to Baby Pants Tutorial at Awesomesauce & Asshattery
"Winter is nearly upon us and I’ve been making our little one loads of quick cozy pants to snuggle into on cold days. As her feet are still to teeny for boots I figured out a speedy-easy method to add footsies to her pants to keep her tootsies toasty warm!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Little Boy Cashmere Necktie

Not just adorable - It's pre-tied, closes with velcro and adjustable in length!

Little Boy Cashmere Necktie Tutorial at Dahlhart Lane
"With the holiday season right around the corner, who doesn't need a new neck tie for their little man to help wow family and friends at your next gathering?..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Rose Petal Top

Don't you just love embellished shirts? I do!

Rose Petal Top Tutorial at awesomesauce & asshattery
"There’s a lot of floofy fluttering going on at the necklines of tops these days and as cute as they look in the store I know once they’re on my mammoth milk producing chest the romantic flowy flowers will turn into a bulging overgrown forest. What’s a nursing mommy to do? Make my own version of course, just as cute but without so much flutter!..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Add Sleeves to a Short-Sleeved T Shirt

How smart is that? And not just for the kiddos!

Octoberize That Tee Tutorial at Blooms And Bugs
"For this post I wanted to bring you something that would be useful to almost everyone. You know how we all are left with Tees at the end of the summer, they look and fit great but they are half sleeved, so they can't be used during the fall and winter. By the time summer rolls back again, they're too short already.
I have found myself with a pile of half sleeved clothes and wondering...Gosh!! these clothes are so nice, I wish I could use them somehow, until it hit me...adding sleeves shouldn't be that hard. After all, I do it all the time for the clothes I sew from scratch. Adding just the sleeves would be a lot more easier..and quicker.

So here's a tutorial on adding sleeves to your little one's ( or your own) tees and then adding just a little more detail to bind it all together. I'm calling it Octoberizing that Tee because a full sleeved version will be just right for the weather in the beginning of fall and also because the colors are just right for October..." Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Cropped Blazer from a Long One

Cool! She even made a skirt from the bottom of the long blazer!

Cropped Blazer Refashion Tutorial at Awesomesauce & Asshattery
"I have no idea why but this crazily long blazer seems to have followed me to every country I’ve lived in. Seriously, what was I thinking? Were these ever in style? Why would I continue to pack something that a) I never once wore (it still had the tags on it from at least 7 years ago!) & b) would take up so much space in a suitcase? My brain is a confusing place sometimes… Anyhoo, as cropped blazers are everywhere this fall I dug out this well travelled beauty & started cutting..." Read more