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Pants Patterns It’s nearly impossible to find free sewing patterns on the ‘Net, so here are the patterns and how-to instructions for two styles of unisex casual pants I made yesterday. Now you can make your own. Thai Fisherman’s Pants These are one-size fits-all pants that wrap around and tie with a sash. You’ll need 2 meters fabric matching thread About an hour. Cutting: top panel (2): 25 cm x 75 cm legs (2): 75 cm x 85 cm, with a curved 50 x 10 strip cut away on each side tie (1): 6 cm x 140 cm I measured and cut directly on the fabric without a paper pattern. If you’re using fabric with a directional pattern, cut the cloth in half widthwise and turn the fabric so that the pattern runs the same direction on both legs. Construction: Sew the short ends of the top panel to form a large hoop. Points: French seam the top panel sides so there are no raw edges. To wear them, slip them on and hold the edges out from you (like a diet “after” picture). Hips ________ cm Waist to floor ________ cm
No Sew Fleece Blanket in Chic and Crafty, Crafts, Thrifty Gifts
I’m sure you’ve all seen those cozy no-sew fleece blankets… and if you’ve been wanting to make one, they’re a cinch to make! When I was at my friend Joli’s house, she taught me the easy-peasy steps to make one! So just in case you didn’t already know… here’s how you can make one, too: What You’ll Need: 1 1/3 yard of Patterned Fleece 1 1/3 yard of Solid Fleece {wait for the fleece to go on sale, or use a craft store coupon when you purchase it!} Sharp Fabric Scissors and Ruler {or Rotary Cutter and Cutting Mat} What You’ll Do: Line up both pieces of fleece. Cut a 4″ x 4″ square from each of the four corners. Don’t toss the squares ~ I used my leftover fleece as backing on my Photo Coasters! It’s time to start snipping! Now back to the blanket ~ we’re getting sidetracked here! Once you’ve completed the cutting, it’s time to start tying those knots! And there ya have it… an easy handmade gift! See Also:
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DIY: Cheat Bow Tie
I spied this easy cheat bow tie DIY project over on The All Things Original Blog and wanted to share it with you. The project was created by Louise from Super Duper Things. I’m not sure…but perhaps in the right size these might work for groomsmen? To check out the entire project in full size, be sure to head over to The All Things Original Blog!
Stitch Your Own Suspenders!
Love the look of suspenders on your guy? This project is super easy and makes a great gift! Enjoy... Tips: To measure them on your mister, cut elastic into two separate strips. Have him hold them in front at his belt line where he would clip them, take the other two ends over his shoulder. 1. Have a great day!
10 Better Sewing Habits
Your sewing habits can often make or break a project. Good habits enhance your results, while bad habits-which may at first seem rewarding-stymie success. In this article from Threads #164 (December '12/January '13), we asked our authors to share what they considered to be good habits for a better sewing experience. It's easy to believe that developing good habits requires herculean efforts. But to replace one behavior with another, you simply need to be aware of how you sew, rather than sewing on auto-pilot. Sewers sometimes drag a garment through the needle and feed dogs in an attempt to get a smooth, pucker-free seam or to move delicate fabric through the machine without snagging. To eliminate puckers the correct way, adjust your machine's tension setting, and use the correct needle and the correct size thread. 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10next> View all
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DIY Sequin Heart Clips
Materials Needed: Heart Template Sequin Trim Alligator Clips or Bar Pins Felt Hot Glue Gun Scissors Steps: 1) Cut a heart from the template you downloaded and printed. Have fun wearing your new clip! XO, Jenny
V-MODA Vibrato In-Ear Noise-Isolating Metal Headphone with 3-Button Apple® Control (Black/Chrome).: Cell Phones & Accessories
Artfully Caroline: Stashbusting - Jeans upcycled into fun purse
In this project, all my favorite things: denim, a cute purse, upcycling, awesome fabrics and even beads! It's no secret, I love making purses and I looove a challenge. A couple of months ago, one of my friends sent me a few ripped jeans done in by her children after I ran out of old jeans. The little embroidered flowers gave me the color scheme : denim + pink + chocolate brown. I did some stash diving and pulled out this lovely pink and chocolate damask style print I grabbed a while ago from the remnant bin at JoAnn's and a piece of leftover denim from my bike basket yielded the bottom piece and the shoulder strap. I cropped the pants a bit below the crotch and recreated a straight seam after cutting off the excess fabric. Then I made the lining using the same measurements with the damask, adding 2 inside pockets from the last of the pant legs. Old ripped jeans : zero dollars Ribbon and fabrics from my stash... hmm about $3 dollars Giving new life to old jeans : priceless!
Dare to DIY in English: DIY Tutorial: How to make a tote bag
Lee esto en Castellano Another week, another DIY tutorial. As I told you it's a tote bag! And it's actually a variation of the bag that changes its color. To add a special touch to this tote bag, I put a transparent pocket in the front that lets you put photos, magazines or whatever you want. Just like this transparent clutch bag. Top from Zara, leather skirt from Asos & DIY shoes I've always been told that it takes the same effort to make things well, than to make them poorly. In the beginning I thought of making some sort of window in the front piece, to change the design from the inside. _ Leather or fabric for the outside of the bag _ Fabric for the lining _ Transparent plastic _ Thick fusing _ Pins and double sided tape _ Cardboard (to make the patterns) _ Tailor chalk _ Sewing machine and iron Optionally you guys can make some seams on the edges, on the sides of the straps and on the two sides of the main seams. Hope you guys like the video too. If you have any question just ask ;) xxx
Large Stripe T-Shirt by Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair brought to you by Gilt
Short sleeve cotton crewneck large stripe t-shirt. Ribbed collar, cuffs and hem. Material: 100% Cotton Brand: Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair Origin: Imported Fifth Avenue Shoe Repair debuted in 2004, when Swedish fashion designers Astrid Olsson and Lee Cotter banded together, borrowed a name from an old shoe-making shop in London, and launched their own clothing and footwear label.
