Halloween has come and gone, but given its crafty nature, we would like to dedicate one more post to one of our favorite days of the year. On Monday, we showcased the gorgeous and spec-friendly Black Swan mask from Karrie Witkin. Today we will share the basic steps to creating a sweet tutu, from [...]
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Posts Tagged ‘Sewing’
Never Too Late for a Tutu
Wednesday, November 2nd, 2011Clear the Clutter with help from The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook
Tuesday, November 1st, 2011
From BurdaStyle.com, the largest DIY fashion and sewing community, comes The BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook, the most comprehensive, hip, and creative guide to sewing clothes with style. But before you begin a new project, you must clear the clutter! In the below excerpt, our authors offer helpful tips and tricks for making the most of your sewing space.
Ask the Experts: Sewing Disasters and How to Avoid Them
Monday, October 31st, 2011Have you ever sewed something that ended up in the scrap pile? A skirt that was too short, wonky seams that wouldn’t lie flat, or a fabric that looked great on the bolt but didn’t suit the pattern you picked? Not to worry, you’re in good company. Some of our favorite sewing authors share a few disaster stories lurking in their past and offer tips to salvage projects gone bad–or at least prevent future catastrophes.
Amy Sedaris on The Party Dress Book by Mary Adams
Thursday, September 8th, 2011
Comedian and entertainer Amy Sedaris is no stranger to crafting. In addition to writing her own craft book, Simpler Times, in November 2010, she is also a fan and friend of our own Mary Adams, author of The Party Dress Book. In fact, Amy owns at least nine of Mary’s gorgeous dresses. Check out Amy’s fabulous introduction to The Party Dress Book.
Brett Bara + Etsy.com = Awesome Craft Night
Thursday, September 1st, 2011
We love Etsy’s Monday Night Craft Labs which take place in Brooklyn almost every week. We especially loved the event on Monday, August 29, because it was hosted by the lovely and talented Brett Bara! Not only did Brett lead a fantastic sewing workshop, she also hosted a rockin’ release party in support of her new book, Sewing In A Straight Line. Here are all the details!
Folded Flower Bowl Video from Sewing in a Straight Line by Brett Bara
Monday, August 22nd, 2011 Looking for an organized, crafty way to store small items such as pins, buttons, jewelry, and other trinkets? Brett Bara has the answer: adorable folded flower bowls!
Jazz Up Your Wardrobe With the One-Hour Skirt from Sewing in a Straight Line
Tuesday, July 19th, 2011 After spring cleaning comes summer sprucing! We at CrafterNews have the perfect guide for creating clothing, accessories, décor, and gifts to jazz up your wardrobe and home.
You’re Invited to Participate in the Apron Dress Contest
Thursday, June 16th, 2011 365 Days of Sewing and Mary Adams, author of The Party Dress Book, cordially invite you to participate in The Apron Dress Contest!
An Inside Look: Visit the Home Ec Sewing Studio With the Authors of Flirt Skirts
Wednesday, June 1st, 2011
In 2007, Patti Gilstrap and Seryn Potter—owners of the fabulous Brooklyn boutique FLIRT—opened a large sewing studio they called Home Ec. This playfully decorated and creatively inspiring space is where they design and make clothing, as well as teach beginner and intermediate sewing classes. Take a peek inside their Home Ec space and watch a preview of their brand-new book, Flirt Skirts.
Take Our Quiz: Which Wendy Coat or Jacket Suits You Best?
Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011
Take our quiz to determine which of Wendy’s jackets or coats best suits your style—when your copy of Built By Wendy Coats & Jackets arrives, you’ll know exactly which jacket to make first!
