As I am partial to a little ruffle, when I saw this I knew it just had to be featured here. Think of all the different fabric combos you could use, and what a great way to use up those fabric scraps! The full tutorial can be found over at Sweetie Pie Bakery, and the [...]

I am loving this tutorial from This Mama Makes Stuff as the slacks are refashioned from men’s slacks using the existing button, zipper & back pockets – meaning all the difficult stuff is done for you! Note that the author does state this is for intermediate sewers though…. so not having a son, and as I [...]

Whenever I see ‘easy sew‘ in a description, I always think to myself I’m going to do that yet seldom do. But this time I mean it. Honest. I am going to make this. This pintuck sweater tunic is just too cool. It features a bell shaped body with a cowl neck and pintuck front [...]

How cute is this! And think, you could have it in whatever fabric takes your fancy – that’s the joy of DIY! The pattern is for a romper which includes a sweetheart neckline, collar, ruched bodice, piping, and bows – and it has a vintage flair which makes my heart sing. Pattern comes with a full [...]

I am an absolute beginner when it comes to sewing, but when I spotted this other at Plumtickled, I decided I must dust of my sewing box – but then I read it was a no sew tutorial. Happy days! Visit the blog, follow the 4 simple steps and you’re done. All you need is [...]

Over at Indietutes there is a fabulous pattern and sewing instructions to make this fabulous layered look t-shirt . Think of the fun you can have making this. And it’s unisex. I am thinking you could have lots of fun with upcycling all your old clothes and of course, hunting through the charity shops for [...]