Ahhh, the humble button. The unsung hero of the holidays, the keeper of peace and revealer of truths. You don't realize how much you rely on your buttons until it's too late. Luckily, we at Toad have popped a few buttons in our lifetime and know how it feels to be left high and dry, with ne'er a spare button in sight.
Who knew there were so many ways to sew a pillowcase! Come be inspired with 20 different ways to dress up your pillows!
I have been in search of a good pajama pant for awhile. Then my current ones had a complete blow-out - like a rip in the rear exposing a whole cheek - and it was
How to Sew a Quilt! (quilting 101): Quilting is my biggest passion. I think it's probably hereditary. :D I also think it's a skill that is useful beyond words... quilts are beautiful and functional and I consider them to be the greatest gift in the world. (Really, who wouldn't want a…
Learning how to sew a straight stitch is a skill you must develop. You may start out with a skewed straight stitch but with practice it will improve.
Yes, I know, I too once had fear grip me at the thought of inserting an invisible zipper in a garment or project! And then I was asked by someone to show them how to do it ......oops! So I pretty much HAD to learn how to do it. And I discovered it is not…
Sewing a Zipper Pep Talk {Zippers} As this blogger so cleverly states, you are one zipper away from making your own clothes. With the help of this great post…
Take the mystery out of zipper installation with these 9 techniques. You'll learn how to install lapped zippers, exposed zippers, replace zippers and more.
Some of you have asked about MADE Everyday videos….and I’m happy to say that they’re back! And if you subscribe, you’ll get an email notification each time a new video is up. Then you’ll be all like: And I’ll be all like: And together we’ll be all like…WOW. MOM. Please tell me you did that […]
I've gotten so much great feedback on the printable folding templates that I include with most of my e-patterns. They are just little cards...
Great sewing hacks and tips you really should know!
How to sew a zipper - several techniques, including how to sew a lapped zipper and how to sew an on-seam zipper
Whether you're the next Martha or a total beginner.
Find out how to add zipper tabs to the end of your zippers. A great way to finish off zippers on the ends of zippered pouches. This tutorial will show you how easy they are to make.
I was a pastor's kid and a missionary kid. Us kids would often get gifts and presents from people we had never met and that always made me feel special. I still remember a necklace with a dove flying down on it (for peace) that I loved and wore for many years when I was a girl. To this…
Are you looking for pajama pants tutorial instructions? You have come to the right place. We have gathered some easy to follow tutorials. These patterns can be…
FREE Pattern+Video for the Sew Sweetness Baker Street Bag. This sewing pattern is perfect for the confident beginner and features a recessed zipper.
Don't miss this list of DIY things to sew for the car. 20+ projects to keep things handy, clean and organized.
Without a doubt, one of my favorite trims to work with when sewing is bias tape. I love that it can add such a professional flair to a project with a minimal investment of time and effort! Today, I am going to share some of my favorite bias tape tips and tricks, including my fool-proof
