Learn to make a quick and easy tutu for young and old alike. Using elastic, tulle, and some fun embellishments, you can create a one of kind tutu that will make everyone want to dress up and play make believe.
Easy Peasy Tutu
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Aromatherapy Neck Pillow
A great gift to make for someone else or even for yourself. The aromatherapy neck pillow is a great comfort for sore necks and shoulder muscles. Filled with uncooked rice and dried herbs, it can be microwaved to your desired temperature while giving you the sweet scent of herbs.
Whip Stitch
The whipstitch, also known as a blanketstitch, is a form of handsewing that helps in finishing edges. It's a decorative but also very functional stitch.
Cross Stitch
This basic hand stitch is essential in embroidery. You'll want to add it to your repertoire.
Back stitch
The back stitch is a great hand stitch to use for adding detail to your designs.
Multimedia Holder
There are so many cute multimedia pouches out there and you'll be amazed at how fun it is to make your own. It's more affordable and you can make something that's uniquely you.
Measuring Tools
Measuring tools are one of the most important things you'll need in your sewing box. Find out which ones are the best in our tutorial.
Marking Tools
An essential tool for anyone who sews is the dressmaker chalk and fabric marker. Marking one fabric pieces is important as it is a visual guideline you can use to line up pieces or make sure things are even.
Makeup Brush Organizer
This makeup brush organizer is a quick project that can easily be done in an afternoon. They make great gifts too.
Lengthen or Shorten Pattern
Lengthening or shortening a commercial pattern is actually quite easy to do and necessary if you tend to find patterns generally are too short or too long for you. This is a good way to customize your pattern so that it fits you perfectly.