Category Archives: sewing

Sweet Dreams Nap Mat

Posted on November 9, 2012 by

Written by guest blogger Carla, the fern’s sister. When I sent my toddler off to daycare this past September, my daycare provider asked me to send along a yoga mat for nap time. Now, the rational side of my brain knows that … Continue reading →

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tutorial: fabric wrist cuff

Posted on July 19, 2012 by

making wrist cuffs is a fun way to use up small scraps of fabric that are just too nice to part with. these sew up so quick and easy you can make one to match pretty much any outfit! difficulty level: … Continue reading →

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because I said sew

Posted on June 25, 2012 by

‘because I said sew’ by 3rdlife SilverBlueberr… $45.00 Geninne $30.00 jacklom3 $12.00 saffronandsaeg… $14.00 beautyfound $295.00 thelittlereddo… $23.00 RubyBijou $15.00 mandalinarossa $40.00 FoxtailCreekSt… $26.00 thelostrooms $8.00 ParadaCreation… $19.00 janellelile $30.00 AmeliaKayPhoto… $9.00 QuercusDesign $20.00 stephaniecoleD… $8.00 ShorelineDesig… $7.00 Treasury tool … Continue reading →

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Tutorial: Lined Zippered Pouch

Posted on April 3, 2012 by

Someone asked me recently how I make change purses so I thought I would update this tutorial. Here it is!  For many years I lived in fear of the dreaded zipper, but then I made friends with my zipper foot! … Continue reading →

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Tutorial: Zippered Pocket

Posted on July 4, 2011 by

This is the method I use to put zippered pockets in purses, because pockets are good! The pockets are put into the lining before the bag is sewn together. Materials: – Lining for your bag that you want a pocket … Continue reading →

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Fabric Stash

Posted on June 14, 2011 by

Look what I can do, I organized my fabric stash! Yes, I have a whole closet just for fabric, doesn’t everyone? This is my vintage/reclaimed fabrics that I use for 3rd Life. All the solid colours are on the top … Continue reading →

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Tutorial: Invisible Seams, The Hidden Stitch

Posted on May 23, 2011 by

To close up a seam without showing any stitches you can use the hidden stitch, sometimes it is also called a ladder stitch. This is a really useful stitch to use when you are closing up stuffies, a turning hole … Continue reading →

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Finished! Baby Dress

Posted on April 27, 2011 by

I made my first ever dress for my first ever baby, and I hope to make many more, er, dresses that is. I was intimidated by making clothing of any kind, always have been, maybe it has something to do … Continue reading →

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Finished! Soft Baby Toys

Posted on April 4, 2011 by

I made some squishy soft fabric toys for my new little nephew. They were intended to be a christmas gift but In standard slacker fashion I mailed these off to him in mid march. Worst part is they sat around … Continue reading →

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Finished!: Ironing Board Cover

Posted on March 18, 2011 by

I gave my ironing board a makeover using this great tutorial: IRONING BOARD MAKEOVER I used this hideously fabulous vintage sheet material because I think it looks great with my hideously gold walls. I’m hoping it will take the drudgery … Continue reading →

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