We're continuing Don't Fear the Fabric/Oilcloth + Leather today with this smashed fabric and leather pouch tutorial. Because what is better than a leather zip pouch?? A leather zip pouch with fabric, of course! Dana is tackling oilcloth again today, so don't forget to stop by MADE, too. I used a few different colors of leather for this project, all given to me by The Leather Hide Store. This an excellent online resource for leather, I've been happy with everything I've worked with from them! (Come back tomorrow for a giveaway you ...Continue Reading
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Leather Tassel Necklace Tutorial
Written by Jessica of The Ladyette. This summer I have practically worn out a black beaded tassel necklace of mine because I love the length and the bulk of it paired with flowly summer outfits. This got me thinking I needed to add more tassel accessories to my wardrobe. Today I have a leather tassel necklace tutorial to share with all of you See Kate Sew readers. My favorite part is the turquoise color. Turquoise is like a second black for me...it goes with everything. Supplies Needed: a small piece of leather about 9" long ...Continue Reading
striped metallic hair bow
Today I'm sharing the last project of the Metallic Thread Mini-Series. It has been so fun playing with a new sewing supply! This project is another very simple project, a bow with a striped metallic touch. I used Gold Heavy Metal thread from Maderia. It's really fine and nice and sleek to sew with. For the bow piece, reference one of these tutorials: Date Night Double Bow Knot Bow Tutorial Materials: -Scrap of chambray -Madeira Heavy Metal Thread -hair clip -glue gun Before sewing up the bow, sew stripes of metallic thread ...Continue Reading
GARDEN PARTY LOOKBOOK // see kate sew patterns SP/SU 2014
Welcome to the GARDEN PARTY! I'm excited to launch 6 new women's patterns today! I've been working on this collection for months and months, mostly in secret, and I'm thrilled to release it today! I wanted this collection to embody summer with feminine and flowy silhouettes and fabrics for warmer weather. I put as many fun elements as I could into this collection, like collars and buttons and pockets. These pieces can be worn to the park, the farmer's market, a summer barbeque, downtown, uptown or even to .... a garden party! There are 4 ...Continue Reading
DIY coffee cozy pattern and tutorial
The DIY Coffee Cozy is the perfect gift for a cold winter! This tutorial is super simple and fun to sew - use your favorite fabric scraps! Since these coffee sleeves are so quick to make you can sew up a whole stack! They are great stocking stuffers and a fun way to wrap a gift card! These are great teacher gifts, and also fun for kids that love hot chocolate! The pattern will fit most standard coffee cups and you can use these sleeves over and over. This project is also a great way to practice buttonholes! If you ...Continue Reading
painted heart brooch pins
Written by Jessica of the Ladyette. There's something about February that makes me feel like it's okay to go a little overboard with the hearts, but I try to contain my excitement. I made these little painted heart pins to wear with everything - sweaters, tees, on scarves, and on bags. The painting possibilities are endless and these can be completed within 20 minutes! Yay for quick, afternoon crafts! painted heart brooch pins Supplies: two 1.5" wooden hearts, two 1" metal brooch bar pins, E-6000 glue (or super glue will do!), a ...Continue Reading
my life would SUCK without you (succulent valentine idea)
This one came to me in the middle of the night, like my best ideas sometimes do! (Do get good ideas at night? It might be the only time I have to think.) So anyways, I was trying to formulate a succulent valentine idea. Who doesn't want a succulent on V day? At first I thought "You don't suck" but that is kinda dumb and I don't think many people would appreciate getting a Valentine like that. So then I thought "Valentine's Day would suck without you" which is okay but not perfect. And then Kelly Clarkson's classic came to mind, the one ...Continue Reading
DIY Delicate Two-Tier Necklace
Written by Mandy Pellegrin of Fabric Paper Glue This little creation is a huge bang for the buck. Using very basic jewelry-making techniques, you can make an elegant two-tier necklace in four simple steps (and probably no more than five minutes!). And this little beauty is the perfect way to subtly dress up a plain white tee and a pair of jeans. DIY Two-Tier Necklace Supplies: about 65" of delicate gold chain, 3 small gold jump rings, 2 delicate rhinestone dangles*, 2 pairs of pliers *Some great ones are available ...Continue Reading
Penelope Peplum Circle Skirt + Dresses Add-on Pattern Release // 3 new variations!
I have a big surprise today! An add-on pattern for the Penelope Peplum with THREE new skirt options is now available! This pattern provides full size pattern pieces for three new versions: the circle top, the circle dress and the gathered dress! The pattern uses the original Penelope Peplum file for most of the pieces, so you need to have that pattern to make these dresses and top. After making quite a few Penelope tops, I was craving a dress, so decided to make one with a gold striped knit I had and I LOVED it! It looks super cute ...Continue Reading
Penelope Peplum Sew-a-long Day 1: Great knit fabric sources
Good quality (and not hideous) knit fabrics have been hard to come by in recent years. My whole view changed this last year, however, when I discovered some great knit fabric sources. A good fabric can really change your whole perspective on the type of sewing you are doing. Not only are there knits available that aren't hideous, there are actually a TON of cute ones! Sometimes quality can be tricky to gauge online, but it is worth the risk when you get a great knit fabric in a cute print. To know what you are ordering, read the fabric type, ...Continue Reading
turn an old t-shirt into a no-sew turband
Written by Michael Ann of Michael Ann Made. Today I'm pleased to introduce you to a new DIY contributor...Michael Ann from Michael Ann Made! Michael Ann is actually one of my college classmates! She has a precise style and adorable glasses that I love. She is a whiz at all things sewing and writes about her creative life at on her blog. Also find her on twitter, instagram, facebook and pinterest! Hello Friends! I am beyond excited to be part of the See Kate Sew team! I am a sewer, blogger, and lover of all things crafty, and live ...Continue Reading
