How-To: Custom-Fit Reversible Coat
I’m blown away by Instructables user analogcatastrophe’s design for a custom-fit reversible coat, made from two fleece blankets she thrifted. The project came in under $5! Cute photo trick, too.
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How-To: Fabric Flowers
Hey! Jen Renee shares how to make two different kinds of fabric flowers with scraps of fabric you already have in your stash. They are seriously simple (think: pinch and stitch) and a great way to adorn all kinds of items.
Test Card Sweater
If this test pattern sweater is displaying correctly, you know your computer screen is adjusted properly. Creator specialsally’s is responsible for this clever vest. [Thanks, Nathan!]
How-To: Upcycle a Skirt with Ruffles
I’ve become obsessed with ruffles. The theme this month on CRAFT is upcycling, and ruffles are a great way to re-vamp tired pieces in your wardrobe. This week I am sharing my method for adding a new flouncy trim to a simple old skirt. My ancient copy of Vogue Sewing has many ways to create […]
How-To: Hankie Rosette Brooch
Disney of Ruffles and Stuff shares how to transform a sweet hankie into an even sweeter rosette brooch. Better yet: she gives you two options on how to do it, one that will permanently alter the hankie and one that will preserve it.
DIY Rope Necklace
With the nautical look hitting us this spring, make this stylish DIY rope necklace by …love Maegan.
How-To: Tie Dyed Tights
Bust has a great tutorial for tie dying tights on their site. It’s written by Callie Watts, and she uses a conversational style that is clear and concise. I have always been intimidated by the dying process, but she makes it seem simple. Oh, and the tights are super-duper cute too!
