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Bandanna Skirt [offsite link] Transform a bandanna into a cute toddler skirt. DIY Bias Tape Maker [offsite link] If you don´t have the right size bias tape maker, you can use this trick. Dress Form Tutorial [offsite link] If you have an old t-shirt and a couple rolls of duct tape, you are halfway to making your own dress form. Oh, you might need a friend too. Fabric Flowers [offsite link] Learn to make flowers using strips of fabric. Girl´s Dishtowel Apron [offsite link] Turn a dishtowel into a girl´s apron. Heart Apron [offsite link] An apron with a heart shaped bib. Jean Apron - Short [offsite link] This apron tutorial uses the back side of a pair of jeans and utilizes the pockets. Very cute! Jeans Apron Tutorial [offsite link] Recycle those jeans and make an apron. Jeans Half Apron Tutorial [offsite link] Recycle your worn out jeans into a cute half apron. Lined Apron Tutorial [offsite link] Illustrated directions on making a lined apron. One Yard Half Apron [offsite link] This is a great gift idea. The style is a bit different than most. Painting Smock [offsite link] Perfect for kids to wear when doing messy crafts! Pattern Layouts [offsite link] Laying out your pattern on the fabric to prepare for cutting is an important step that must be done carefully and accurately for great-looking results. Here are some tips on layout to help you. PatternsThatFitYou.com - Altering Darts on Commercial Patterns [offsite link] Learn the simple steps for correcting the angle of the original dart so that it will point to the bust point, and not “above” or “below” the bust. Preparing Fabric for Use [offsite link] Illustrated explanation of how to straighten the grain in fabric (.pdf). Preparing Fabric for Use - Understanding Grainlines [offsite link] Smart styling and a professional look in clothing construction requires the correct use of the grain of the fabric. Black and white illustrations help demonstrate these techniques. Sewing Bag Tutorial [offsite link] Follow the pictures to make a charming sewing bag with multiple pockets.
Sewing with Velveteen [offsite link] Velveteen is relatively easy to sew, wears well, and is a great choice of fabric during the holiday season. Leave your fears behind and with these helpful velveteen sewing tips. Skillet Potholder Tutorial [offsite link] Make a pot-holder for your cast-iron skillet. Stain Removal for Washable Fabrics [offsite link] Guidelines and suggestions for removing stains from a wide variety of washable fabrics. Staining agents are listed alphabetically. Towel Turned Apron [offsite link] A very, very simple apron from a tea towel with a gathered top. Zipper Organizer [offsite link] Step-by-step instructions for a small zippered bag. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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