Leg Warmers from a sweater

Remember leg warmers?

Way, way back in the last centrury, we girls used to wear them for exercise, to keep warm, or just to pretend we were sporty.

This super-simple tutorial shows you how to make your own from an old sweater.

Hey presto, you're back in the 80's!

{free sewing tutorial here}

Faux Riding Pants

Give a regular pair of leggings a new look as riding pants.

{picture tutorial here}

Toddler's Summer Sun Top

Sweet little sleeveless top for a young girl.

The embroidered pocket and lacy bits are a lovely touch.

{pattern here}

Skirt with Hidden Elasticised Waist

Elasticised waists are the most comfortable thing evah, but they're not the most attractive look in the world, now are they?

Must try this one...

{tutorial here}

Turn a Round Tablecloth into a Skirt!

I don't know how many times I've seen a tablecloth and thought the pattern was wasted under the plates & spills.

Thank you wipster, I love this idea!
I'm going right out now to buy me a new tablecloth skirt  :D

{tutorial here}

Baby Kimono

Wren just turned ten, which was a bit of a shock to the system, I can tell you.

So I no longer have babies, but I can start planning what my grandchildren will wear, can't I??

{link to pdf tutorial here}

Skirt to Dress Tutorial

Take one oversize skirt, work some sewing magic and hey presto!
Cute dress conversion! 

Looks a bit tricky, but if you have the experience it would be good to try.

{tutorial here}

Back-To-School Pleated Skirt

Can't fit into your old school skirt anymore?

Don't worry, as the solution is at hand...

Seriously though, this pattern is for kids sizes (I'll keep looking, though).

{tutorial here}

Ladies Raglan Top

Love this top!
It's so different, and it certainly doesn't look like it was made at home.

Some stretch sewing involved, but it doesn't look too hard...

{tutorial here}

Girl's Balloon Dress

I have to admit that I've always thought the bubble skirt (or ballon skirt) is the stupidest look on the planet, for a woman.


But isn't this little girl's dress just the cutest?

{pattern here}

Ruby Sailor Shorts

Smart ladies' shorts.

Use medium weight materials such as denim, drill, stretch twill.

{pattern here}

Paperbag Dress

Love the name of this dress pattern!

It just sounds like fun to wear :D


{pattern here}

Itty Bitty Baby Dress

Lovely little pattern from Made by Rae.

{pattern here}

Make a summery dress from a vintage pillowcase

These dresses are gorgeous.

Definitely making one for Wren this year. - if it's a little short, she can use it as a nightie!

Make sure you use one of those old pillowcases with lace around the edge - it's the perfect touch!


{pattern available here}

Summer Strappy Dress

Super-cute sundress for your Summer wardrobe.

{tutorial here}

{pattern here}

A-Line Skirt

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

{pattern here}

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

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}

Tank Top with crochet straps

A simple, stylish way to repurpose old t-shirts for a totally new look.

{pattern here}

Shoe Inserts

These are a great idea for keeping your tootsies warm in winter.

Try washing them by hand in warm water, with a couple of drops of lavender essential oil. It's a great relaxant, smells good, and has wonderful antiseptic properties.

{pattern here}