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Making Vests With Pre-Quilted Fabric

I have a quick question for everyone and anyone that sews. I have about 3 yards of 3 different pieces of quilted patterned material. Originally I was going to make quilted totes, and then changed my mind.

Posted on: 10/13/2009 | 5 Feedback(s)

Turn Old Sweaters Into Leg Warmers

Leg-Warmers are back in style & can easily be made from the sleeves of old sweaters, even sweaters with holes! Just turn the sweater inside-out and cut the seam out at the arm-hole using sharp scissors. Next unravel the sleeve (from the top down) until the top is straight & level all around.

Posted on: 02/04/2009 | 1 Feedback(s)

Thrifty Fabric for Sewing Clothing

I have made shorts and blouses from a large bed sheet, also curtains, pillow cases etc. It's often cheaper than fabric from fabric store.

Posted on: 01/07/2009 | 6 Feedback(s)

Making Clothing for a Premature Baby

Any suggestions for making clothes for premature babies? I'm thinking doll clothes (12"-15"-18") Does that sound right? Here are tips from our ThriftyFun community. Do you have any experience with preemie clothing. Post your advice here!

Posted on: 07/16/2008 | 3 Feedback(s)

Sizing Charts For Making Clothing

These sizing charts have been SOOO much help for me when I crochet, knit and sew for others:

Posted on: 01/14/2008 | 2 Feedback(s)

Link: Threadbanger.com

Have your teens check out www.threadbanger.com for DIY projects for really cool and hip clothes!

Posted on: 07/31/2007 | 2 Feedback(s)

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