Easy DIY sewing project on how to make self-binding cloth napkins for your table setting decor. Make this double-sided mitered napkins by using fat quarter fabric or repurpose materials that perfect for DIY homemade gift.
When my daughter was a baby she hated getting dirty. Even the littlest bit of food on her hands had her shooting them into the air to get them as far from her as she could. I recently realized, as I watched her adoring fiancé peel her shrimp for her because she didn’t want to get
A simple tutorials on how to make handmade mitered corners napkins from fat quarters as an easy DIY project for home or homemade gift idea.
I've finally finished the group of dolls I've been working on these past few weeks. They each have a little cloak or cape and are packaged in their own handmade gift box with letter-pressed certificate of authenticity. Each doll will be priced from AUD$28
Serger tension can be tricky for the beginner sewist. But with a little bit of clarity, you’ll know exactly how to turn those dials or knobs to achieve the perfect tension for all of your sewing projects.
A simple tutorials on how to make handmade mitered corners napkins from fat quarters as an easy DIY project for home or homemade gift idea.
In today's culture of disposable fashion, the simple art of basic darning and mending has been all but forgotten.
The ULTIMATE list of over 50 summer activities for kids! From water play and cool science experiments to reading lists and cute crafts, so many ideas!
Free pattern for cloth menstrual pads for your period. These pads are soft, absorbent, easy to make, and best of all - the pattern is FREE!
A simple tutorials on how to make handmade mitered corners napkins from fat quarters as an easy DIY project for home or homemade gift idea.
General info: This pattern is property of Gina Mastrianni, organization Gina Making Art, and intended for your personal use only. The pattern can not be shared and garments can not be made from the pattern for resale. Thank you for supporting my small business and making it possible to share my designs with you! Check out other examples and please tag your own projects with: #Thebalconyshorts on Instagram @gina.making.art Garment Construction The shorts are worked in 5 main steps. First, the left panel is knit flat and includes the left front and left back of the shorts. Second, the right panel is knit flat and includes the right front and right back of the shorts. Third, the crotch seams are hand seamed shut with a tapestry needle. Fourth, stitches are picked up for the waistband and knit in the round. Lastly, elastic is folded into the waistband and crocheted shut. Techniques expected to be understood: long tail cast on, knit, purl, bind off, vertical invisible hand seaming (including slopes), pick up stitches, crocheting surface slip stitches, sewing an elastic band together. These shorts are relatively simple, but include purl stitches 50% of the time. You’ve been warned! Fit: These shorts are intended to fit loose like basketball shorts or sweatpants shorts. They can be worn casually or dressed up! Sizes are based off of Ysolda´s Free Women’s Sizing Chart with a range from Waist 26 - 54 “ & Hips 34 - 62 “ Garment Waist ease: 9.5” (24cm) of positive ease, except 5X size: 9” (22.8cm) and XS: 9.75” (24.8cm) Garment Leg opening ease: 7.5 (7, 7.75, 7.5, 7.5, 9.25, 9.5, 9.5, 10)“ of positive ease 19.1 ( 17.8, 19.7, 19.1, 19.1, 23.5, 24.1, 24.1, 25.4) cm Garment Full hip ease: 8.5 (10, 11, 10.25, 9.75, 10.5, 11, 8.5, 9.5)“ positive ease 21.6 (25.4, 27.9, 26, 24.8, 26.7, 27.9, 21.6, 24) cm Designer notes: I used the same size needles for ribbing and stockinette and achieved the same gauge, as did most of my test knitters. However, please consider using your smaller needles if your ribbing is generally much looser than your stockinette! Make a test swatch ahead of time to see if you need to use a smaller needle size for ribbing. Personal opinion in choosing a size: Because the shorts are intended to be so loose, many of the testers technically fit into two sizes and weren’t sure if they should size up or down. I suggest measuring your hips at your fullest hip and your waist at about your belly button. This can help to maintain a more loose fit. Materials Pattern written for Rauma Pelini, 50 g / 176 oz = 102 m / 112 yd (DK weight, 50% linen 50% cotton). Yardage Estimates: 402 (475, 547, 612, 653) (761, 851, 924, 959) m / 440 (520, 598, 669, 714) (832, 931, 1011, 1049) yds Needles 3.5 mm (US 4, UK 9) circular needles // Read Designer Note Above 3.25 mm (US 3, UK 10) circular needles for waistband 4 mm (US G6 4.25, UK 6) crochet hook for closing shut the elastic into the waistband. This step can technically be done with knitting needles if a crochet hook is the only thing keeping you from trying this design, however the pattern is written based on using a crochet hook. Tapestry needle for hand seaming the shorts. Sewing machine to sew ends of elastic band together (alternative: hand sew with needle and thread) Elastic band to be sewn into waistband Elastic length: at least the width of your waist Elastic Width: XS (S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X, 4X, 5X) 1 (1, 1, 1.25, 1.25, 1.25, 1.5, 1.5, 1.5)” 2.5 (2.5, 2.5, 3, 3, 3, 3.5, 3.5, 3.5) cm Note!: Information on elastic length is NOT specified in pattern. The length of the elastic will be up to the individual knitter! Testing info: Other yarn used by Test Knitters include the following: Small: Rauma Petunia (473 meters, 215g, 4.3 skeins) Small: Valley Yarns Leverett (425 meters; 220g, 4.7 skeins) Medium: Lana Grossa Landlust Sommerseide (510 meters, 150g, 3 skeins) 2XL: Cascade Yarn The alternative yarns are not officially included in the pattern. Test knit completion in Rauma Pelini: S, M, L, 1XL, 2XL. Not all sizes have been test knit due to unforeseen circumstances hindering test knit completion and/or no applicants for those sizes. Please feel free to send an email if you are interested in testing the shorts in 3 - 5XL. Note: the best way to get ahold of me is through email: [email protected]. This pattern was graded by That Metzbowergirl Designs
How to make cute block zipper pouch / handbag. DIY photo tutorial
A great way to save money on paper products is to use reusable cloth napkins. But you don't have to settle for boring white napkins. Instead, check out how to make your own pretty patterned homemade cloth napkins! These DIY cloth napkins are really easy to make and customize!
Make macrame hangers with ease. Simple step-by-step instructions with great pictures and video snippets. Try one today!
Kawandi style quilt project. Great scrap busting project.
Summer's over and it's back to school time, which means it's also back to sewing school time! (Did you know that I have a FREE beginner's sewing course?) Last week I mentioned that I have a new free pattern for a pencil-shaped pencil case to share with you (update: here's the info on the pencil
Steve and I are on our way back to Los Angeles after spending several wonderful days with Nadine and Lars Bolander. Our friend, Interior Decorator Penelope Bianchi, was our traveling companion. For those of you who know Penny, you won't be surprised to hear that we didn't stop laughing the...
Kaufe nie wieder Haargummis, Kaffeefilter oder Ziplock-Beutel.
Crochet chair socks protect your floors, quiet your chairs, and are easy to clean! This free pattern is simple and uses very little yarn.
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Hello everyone! Well this cloth happened. I had an order for a knit version of these cloths and I just knew a crochet version was a must. There was a time that I was not able to knit and I felt …
Textured wall weaving create a lovely effect. In this tutorial, you will learn 5 simple and easy ways to add texture to your DIY wall weaving.
In this tutorial, we show you how to add ric rac to your favorite fabrics to create beautiful reversible cloth napkins perfect for any table.
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This cute heart shaped dishcloth free knitting pattern is a great dinner table decoration! This is also very easy to make for beginners!
Hey y’all! Every year I post a recap of the most popular Melly Sews tutorials from the past year, and it’s time for #1… I wish I had scores of these vintage sheet sets (that I originally found on Etsy) to share with everyone who wants them! But in the end, I had to settle for...Read More
Today I'll be showing you my favourite neckline finish for knit fabrics. It's my personal method for sewing knit neckline bindings, and I prefer it to the standard method!
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A scarf in seed rib stitch with fine double-knitted edges that are knitted along the way. Vineyard Scarf can be knitted in exactly the yarn and size you want, as you are guided during the pattern on how to adjust the measurements. You can choose to knit in one of the suggested materials or simply use them as inspiration and to estimate yarn consumption in your yarn. Please note that the specified yarn amounts are indicative and it is recommended to weigh your knit along the way as described, to ensure you have enough yarn. Suggestion #1 Length: 80 (105)cm / Width: 8 (8)cm Gauge: 34 stitches on 10cm in seed rib stitch when washed or steamed. Suggested needles: 3mm Materials: • 30 (50)g Silk Lace, Odd Row (800m/100g) - two strands together. • 30 (50)g Alpakka Silke, Sandnes (200m/50g) - one strand Suggestion #2 Length: 80 (105)cm / Width: 7 (8) cm Gauge: 26 stitches on 10cm in seed rib stitch when washed or steamed. Suggested needles: 4mm Materials: • 25 (50)g Cashmere Premium, Lang Yarns (115m/25g) - one strand. Suggestion #3 Length: 120cm / Width: 10cm Gauge: 18 stitches on 10cm in seed rib stitch when washed or steamed. Suggested needles: 5mm Materials: • 50g Eco Cashmere Vintage, Gepard (150m/50g) - one strand. A link to download the PDF pattern will be sent to your e-mail address.
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"I like contouring because it’s easy and it can save you a whole load of construction trouble if you do it right. I’ve had times when I haven’t contoured and I’m left with a whole load of excess fabric that I can’t get rid of, rendering the garment unwearable and it’s annoying! This tutorial will probably make a lot more sense if you watch my more in-depth tutorial on contouring! It’s not a prerequisite, but it will help."
Cheap and easy fabric crafts and quick sewing ideas with fabric scraps for home decor, DIY Christmas gifts, bags, cute accessories & stocking stuffers.
The Seúl cardigan is designed to be oversized, with approximately 26 cm/10.25” positive ease at the bust. Shoulders are shaped with short rows to create drape. The body is worked flat and sleeves are worked in the round. Sizes: (XS) S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL) Bust measurements, to fit sizes (82) 89 (94) 98 (106) 116 (126) cm/(32.25) 35 (37) 38.5 (41.75) 45.75 (49.5)” Finished measurements: Length: from outside of shoulder, approx. (41) 42 (43) 44 (45) 46 (47) cm/(16) 16.5 (17) 17.5 (18) 18.5 (19)”. Bust circumference: (108) 115 (120) 124 (131.5) 141 (152) cm/ (42.5) 45.25 (47.25) 48.75 (51.75) 55.5 (59.75)” Length of sleeve from bottom of the armhole: (41) 42 (43) 44 (45) 46 (47) cm/(16) 16.5 (17) 17.5 (18) 18.5 (19)”. Armhole depth: (measured from the outside of the shoulder to the bottom) approx. (19) 20 (21.5) 22 (22.25) 23.25 (23.5) cm/ (7.5) 8 (8.5) 8.75 (9) 9 (9.25)”. Yarn: Oveja Lesa 100% alpaca (Chilean brand), 100 g /150 m. Weight: worsted Color: gris perla (pearl gray). (680) 750 (800) 830 (850) 900 (950) g. For a longer cardigan or longer sleeves, you will need more yarn. Recommended needles: 6 mm/US 10 circular needles for the body and sleeves, or size to obtain gauge, and 5 mm/US 8 circular needles, or 1 mm smaller than gauge needle, for collar and button bands. Gauge swatch: 15 sts x 22 rows = 10 x 10 cm/4” x 4” (blocked) in st st on 6 mm/ US 10 needle (or size needed to obtain gauge). ESPAÑOL: El cárdigan Seúl está diseñado para que quede oversized, tiene una holgura positiva de 26 cm aproximadamente con respecto al contorno de busto. Tiene muchos detalles como el pliegue de la manga o las terminaciones del cuello y la botonera. Todas las técnicas del patrón tienen video de apoyo. Hilado: 100% alpaca de la marca Chilena Oveja Lesa. 100 g /150 m. Grosor : worsted /18 micras. Color: gris perla. (680) 750 (800) 830 (850) 900 (950) g. Si quieres el cárdigan más largo o con mangas más largas aumenta el consumo. Agujas recomendadas: Agujas circulares de 6 mm para cuerpo y mangas o el grosor necesario para alcanzar la muestra de tensión, aguja de 5 mm o 1.0 mm más delgadas para cuello y botonera. Medidas prenda terminada: Largo de la prenda: desde la parte externa del hombro (41) 42 (43) 44 (45) 46 (47) cm aproximadamente. Contorno de busto: (108) 115 (120) 124 (131.5) 141 (152) cm Nivel: Intermedio avanzado
In today's culture of disposable fashion, the simple art of basic darning and mending has been all but forgotten.
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