Dyeing Clothing in the Washing MachineThis is a page about dyeing clothes in the washing machine. Changing or maintaining the color of your clothes can be done simply in your washing machine, but can also create a big mess.
Painting Sneakers?This page is about painting sneakers. To give extended life or a new look to your shoes, you may be able to paint them.
Dyeing ClothingThis page is about dyeing clothing. It is important to determine whether your fabric will absorb the color you want to dye it, and the best method to apply it.
Converting Hospital Scrubs into Clothing?I was given 4 tubs of hospital scrubs to recycle into articles of clothing to be send to the villages in Africa (the mission field). Anyone have ideas or patterns I can use?
Making Cloth DiapersThis page is about making cloth diapers. A very green way to deal with your diaper needs is to make your own.
Making Tie Dye ClothesThis page is about making tie dye clothes. Create your own patterns with this fabric tying and dyeing project using the colors you want.
Chihuahua Clothing Patterns?This is a page about Chihuahua clothing patterns. Making clothing for small dogs is a fun creative pastime. There are many sources for the patterns to make your pup a stylish wardrobe.
Making Duct Tape ClothesThis is a page about making duct tape clothes. Duct tape has become a very popular crafting medium. One of the more uncommon uses for this durable tape is to make clothing.
Making a Mastectomy Camisole?This is a page about making a mastectomy camisole. With some simple sewing skills you can make alterations to a camisole and convert it into a mastectomy camisole.
Tightening T-shirt Sleeves?This is a page about tightening t-shirt sleeves. Sometimes the perfect t-shirt has sleeves that are too full and baggy. It is easy to make some adjustments so that they fit the way you would like.
Making a Cloak?This is a page about making a cloak. Although currently often used as part of a costume, a cloak is also a stylish way to keep warm, and very retro.
Recycled Summer TopsThis is a page about recycled summer tops. By reworking some of your other clothing, such as long sleeved shirts, you can make some really cute tops for summer.
Dyeing a Wedding DressThis is a page about dyeing a wedding dress. If you are thinking of having a nontraditional color for your wedding dress or wanting to reuse your dress for other occasions, dyeing might work for you.
Making Dip-Dyed Clothing?This is a page about making dip-dyed clothing. Dip dyeing clothing is a fun way to create gradient dyed clothes.
Buying Zippers?This is a page about buying zippers. Zippers come in several styles as well as multiple lengths. When buying a zipper for a new clothing project or as a replacement you will need to shop for just the right one. Sometimes finding what you need can be difficult.
Skull Cap PatternsThis is a page about skull cap patterns. Skull caps or do rags are easy to make for yourself, a spouse, or friend that works outside. Similarly, you can make a more decorative crochet one.
Making Shorts Out of PantsThis is a page about making shorts out of pants. Bring new life to a worn out or out of style pair of pants by making them into shorts.
Keeping Cutoff Jeans from Fraying?This is a page about keeping cutoff jeans from fraying. Cutoff jeans have been popular off and on for decades. They are a great way to recycle an old pair of jeans, but they will fray.
Making a Poodle Skirt?This is a page about making a poodle skirt. Poodle shirts popular in the 1950s, are still a fun project to make for everyday retro clothing, Halloween, or other special occasions.
Repairing Elastic Smocking on a Dress?This is a page about repairing elastic smocking on a dress. Repairing damaged or worn elastic smocking can seem daunting.
Making a ScarfThis is a page about making a scarf. There are so many techniques you can use to hand make a beautiful or funky scarf.
Shortening Jeans?This is a page about shortening jeans. Often you can find a pair of jeans that fit perfectly in the waist, but are too long.
Lengthening Children's ClothingThis is a page about lengthening children's clothing. Children often outgrow their clothing in the length long before they outgrow the waist.
Plastic Canvas Purse PatternsThis page contains plastic canvas purse patterns. A flexible material that can be fashioned into many useful things.
Protecting Delicate or Vintage Buttons in the...This is a page about protecting delicate or vintage buttons in the wash. Washing clothing with delicate buttons in the machine can damage them.
Redoing Shoes?I want to make them have a completely new look, different look, without dying or putting ornaments on it. I mean reconstructing the boot or shoe into a new style.
Making Fleece HatsThis is a page about making fleece hats. Keep warm during the cold winter months with easy to make fleece hats.
Making a Dog CoatThis is a page about making a dog coat. Buying your dog a coat at the pet store can be very pricy. A less expensive alternate may be to make one.
Shortening Pants or SleevesThis is a page about shortening pants or sleeves. It can be frustrating to go shopping and find clothing that fits perfectly except for the sleeve or pants leg length.
Making a Felt PurseThis is a page about making a felt purse. Making a purse from felt is easy even for the beginning crafter using this versatile colorful crafting material.
Resizing a HatThis is a page about resizing a hat. When you find just the right, hat but it is too large, try resizing it.
Making a No-Sew TutuThis page is about making a no-sew tutu. Making a tutu doesn't have to require much sewing.
Screen Printing Tips And TricksThis is a page about screen printing tips and tricks. If you are thinking of trying your hand at screen printing at home there are some steps you can follow to ensure a positive experience.
Altering Old Clothing Into New OutfitsThis is a page about altering old clothing into new clothes. You can reuse many of those clothes you were thinking of getting rid of, with some do-it-yourself alterations.
Chill Chaser Shrug PatternsThis is a page containing chill chaser shrug patterns. Sometimes the weather does not call for a full jacket or sweater, but a shrug can be just enough to keep the chill away.
Remaking a Dress Into a SkirtThis is a page about remaking a dress into a skirt. Have an old dress that needs some updating? Give it new life by turning it into a skirt.
Decorating Flip FlopsThis is a page about decorating flip flops. Flip flops are the perfect palette for expressing yourself and your style.
Making Duct Tape Flip Flops This is a page about making duct tape flip flops. Duct tape is a very popular crafting material; use it to make a personalized pair of custom flip flops.
Making a Duct Tape PurseThis is a page about making a duct tape purse. A duct tape purse is easy to put together and looks great too. Use these helpful hints and suggestions for making your duct tape purse.
Sewing a Woman's SkirtThis is a page about sewing a woman's skirt. Making your own clothes ensures a uniqueness in style, color, and fabric that you will have trouble finding in off the rack clothing. You can also tailor the fit to be more flattering to you.
Wrapped Yarn Scarf Instructions?I lost instructions on how to make a scarf out of yarn. You would wrap the yarn around cardboard over and over, then use bell beads and wire to wrap around the ends. You then put clasps to the bell beads using eye pins.
Pattern for Women's Pajamas with Gusset Seat?Back in the "olden days" when I was a child, pajamas for adults, as well as children, had a gusset in the back that was comfortable versus the new patterns that have a seam up the back. Can anyone tell me where to find such patterns or how to alter a pattern to accommodate this feature? TIA
Infant Bonnet Pattern?I am looking for a bonnet pattern for a newborn baby. Any suggestions?
Shortening the Stride in Men's Pants?How do I shorten the stride in men's pants to fit a young boy?
Making Housecoat from Towels?Does anyone know how to make housecoats from bath towels? Thanks.
Painting An Old T-ShirtIf you're tired of an old drab t-shirt, paint it. Iron freezer paper onto the front of the shirt you are going to put your design on. Gently cut out design, then gently pull the cut design away.
Altering a Skirt to Make Pants or Shorts?How can I turn a wide skirt into pants or shorts without taking the waistband off?
Altering an Adult Necktie to Fit a Child?How can I use an adult necktie and turn it into a child's necktie?
Moving Buttons on Blouse to Alter Bust Size?Has anyone ever moved the buttons on their blouse closer to the edge to have more room in the bust of the blouse? I am a size D cup, and have a terrible time finding blouses that fit. So, my fiance suggested moving the buttons over a bit.
How Do I Make Ankle Socks from Long Socks?How do I cut off long socks and make them ankle socks?
Insoles for Knitted SlipperTo make the soles of knitted/crocheted slippers last longer, pick up some shoe insoles a little bigger/wider then the slipper soles and sew on. I don't trim, if needed, until they are on the slippers.
Designing Clothes Online?How can I design my own clothes online?
Making Infant Dresses?I want to know more about cutting methods of infant dresses.
How Can I Make a Jacket from Neck Ties?Does anyone have a pattern or directions for making a jacket from men's ties?
Link: Hemming JeansHow to Hem Jeans! I found this tip several years ago and I love, love, love it! If you do it correctly, you can't even tell they have been hemmed. It works on other pants, slacks, etc.
How Can I Alter a Pair of Child's PJs That Are Too Small?My son outgrew a pair of pj's that are adorable, and I would like for him to get more use out of them. They have a hole in the toe, so I thought of maybe cutting the feet off, but I was wondering if anyone had any other ideas for a pj remake?
Dyeing Satin Shoes?How do I dye satin shoes? What kind of dye do I need and where can I buy it?
Adding Pockets to Leggings?I need pockets for leggings with no pockets.
Pattern for Making Nightwear for a Toddler?Does anyone have a simple pattern I can use to make some cozy winter nightwear, for my 3 year old granddaughter? Thank you in advance.
Sizing Children's Hats?I need some kind of form to measure hats already made, so I can size them, newborn, 6 to 12 months, and toddler.
Making a No-Sew Poncho?How do I make a no-sew poncho?
How Do I Make a Plus Size Water Resistant Apron?I'd like to make an apron that is both a plus size (as in size 26) and somewhat water resistant. When washing the dishes, water goes through a regular apron.
Poncho Pattern?I'm looking for a pattern for a poncho, that involves 4 squares of fleece that are connected together using a crochet stitch.
Altering the Waist Size on Jeans?I need advice with enlarging the waist on a pair of jeans that zip on the side. There are buttons on the front. I don't want the buttons to appear off center, but the zipper will not zip. Can I do something with the back? I need to add 2 to 3 inches to these.
Handmade Fleece Poncho?In an older post: "Handmade Fleece Poncho", in the instructions it was stated to "measure child/person standing with arms straight out side by side". Do you mean straight out like trying to fly, or arms straight down resting on legs? Side by side is confusing me.
Make a Flannel Half Slip for WarmthMake a flannel 1/2 slip to keep you warm. Cut a piece of new flannel, baby blankets, or section of a flannel sheet. For the length: measure from waist to knee. Add 2 inches for hem, and 3 inches for top casing for elastic.
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.
Personalizing T-shirts?What is better and cheaper, professional personalized t-shirts (if so where) or do it yourself? And what would be a good saying for the back of the shirt?
Instructions for Making a Tank Top?I have been searching everywhere for a good tutorial on how to make a tank top out of a t-shirt but none of them are what I have in mind. The tank top I want to make is open on the sides and has a wide stretchy band at the bottom.
Pillow Case Style Dress for Adults?I have seen the little girl's "pillowcase dress" patterns, but I need one for an adult. I know a pillowcase will not fit me, but I am looking for another way to make it look like the little girl's dress.
Making Pants Shorter?How do I cut off and re-hem pants with a V cut on the outside of pant's legs? Thank you.
Gluing Decorative Stones to a Shirt?I am trying to glue stones onto a shirt, and would like to know what type of glue will hold these stones onto the shirt?
Hemming the Neck of a T-shirt
?How do I hem a t-shirt neck?
Making Children's Dress-Up Costumes?Does anyone have any ideas for making a Fairy and Princess dress-up costumes for children? I don't want anything too complicated.
Making a Zipper Necktie?Does anyone have a pattern to make the zipper neckties. I took one apart to make a pattern but it has a small plastic piece that I can't seem to find to buy. Thanks.
Pattern for a Child's Poncho?I am looking for a child size poncho pattern (2-4). I have the adult lion brand pattern #40433 which I printed off their website, but was unable to find the children's size. I would appreciate any help, thanks.
Easy Pajama Pants Pattern?Does anyone have an easy lounge or pajama pants pattern they would share?
Making Gloves Out of Old Sweaters?I am looking for directions on how to make gloves out of old sweaters with fleece inside of them. Any help would be great.
Felting a Wool Sweater?Can anyone explain how to felt wool sweaters easily. Mine don't felt all that well.
Ideas for Using Old Polo Shirts?We've been cleaning out lately and getting rid of stuff we no longer need. My husband has several disreputable pique polo shirts that should no longer been seen in public and I'm looking for uses for them before they wind up in the trash.
Dyeing Part of My Jeans?How can I dye the knees and shins of my blue jeans different colors (like red, green, etc.)?
Gathered Bag Pattern?I am looking for a gathered bag pattern like this bag. Anyone know where I can find one, free or not? I saw this bag on Burdastyle.com that this lady made but she had no pattern or measurements. I would like to make some of these.
T-Shirts for a Navy HomecomingMy son, a US sailor, was deployed for 7 months. These are the shirts I made for his nieces and nephews to wear to his homecoming . I used sharpie markers to write Freedom in bubble letters on front then used cheap crayons to color them in. If you iron the colored area covered with a sheet of paper, it will stay in cloth. Under that I put
Tie Dyeing Skirt Black and White?How can I get clothes to be tie dyed black and white? I want it to look like this skirt but pitch black with white is even better. Please help me. It would be very nice, thank you.