Wednesday 24 March 2010

A-Line Skirt

Stylish a line skirt pattern that looks good from all angles.

{pattern here}

Saturday 20 March 2010

Repurposed Towel - Toy Cat

Find a new use for your old towels, by making this lovely stuffed cat.

Embroider a loving message for your favourite little person onto it's tummy!

{pattern here}

Tuesday 16 March 2010

Girls Pillowcase Dress

Simple repurposing at its' most effective.


Use patterned sheets, or add your own decorative embroidery and applique.

{free sewing pattern here}

Edit: link updated

Friday 12 March 2010

Apron Top

Simple stylish ladies' top, perfect to make from repurposed materials such as sheets or t-shirts.

Add some hand-embroidery for a super-special look.

{pattern here}

Monday 8 March 2010

Felt Choc Chip Cookies

More play food for your childs' cubby house or picnic basket.
Or just a joke for a dieting friend.

Also make other types of biscuits by sewing on tiny seed beads (hundreds & thousands), a shiny red button (cherry) or small long beads (sprinkles).

{pattern here}

Thursday 4 March 2010

Napkins to Pillows

How many times have you been in your local op shop (thrift store for you US readers), and found a pile of lovely fabric napkins that you just can't think of a use for?

This free pattern from Moda Fabrics shows you how to make a simple cushion from cloth napkins.  - Adobe acrobat pdf file

{pattern here}