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Sewing: Ironing Board Cover
So, I sew a lot, which means I use my iron and ironing board a lot. My old cover hit the trash – full of fray check and discolouration. Let’s sew up this new ironing board cover. Time for chevron! Which one to pick? Small print or large print? I pick small! What You Need ironing board (and foam) 1 yard of fabric matching thread machine spray adhesive ribbon or string This is my old cover…not so nice. Look, it doesn’t even cover the sides…yuck!…
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Tutorial: Waxed Cotton
Waxing Cotton. Why? To waterproof something, to add structure, or because you like the look. Waterproofing is the most common reason, but I find it gives items, like bags or totes rigidity that helps them stay sturdy. This waxed cotton tutorial will walk you though all you need to know. In my pervious post I made a woodworking apron and I waxed the cotton. This is how I did it! What You Need mason jar 1/2 beeswax and paraffin wax small brush stove pot water…
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Sewing: Racerback Dress
So, about 2 weeks ago I was at a BBQ and this one girl had on this awesome racerback dress. I didn’t know her and she was busy with her two kids, so I didn’t want to intrude. Yes, lululemon. Drats. Why? Because it’s likely sold out! I fell in love with lulu’s in the sun dress. It’s adorable and functional. Could I find it? No. What did I do? I made one (well, kinda). What You Need a racerback tank a skirt you like…
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Sewing: DIY Swimsuit
Summer is sticking around for at least another 6 weeks – this tutorial is perfect if you have a couple of hours and a beach near by. Time to sew up this DIY swimsuit. What You Need 1/2 a yard of swimsuit fabric and liner matching thread machine scissors Step One First – gather your fabric – nice colours, eh? Step Two Next – I used a pair of undies that I cut up to make the pattern for the bottoms. They fit well and…
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Sewing: Rustic Curtains
This two toned home decor fabric is awesome – and I’ve had it for about 2 years. Originally, I purchased it for one of our living room windows, however, it turns out that window is one of our dogs favourite and since the sun doesn’t come in too much on the west side of the house. So, we decided to leave it open. What to do with this fabric? Last month we put it to use in one of the bedrooms. I had to play…
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Sewing: Chevron Outdoor Placemats
It’s summer time – time to dress up your outdoor table! I found this chevron outdoor fabric last month when I was in Ohio – it’s so awesome. The fabric is fade proof for up to 500 hours. Awesome! Let’s sew up these chevron outdoor placemats. What You Need 1 yard of front fabric 1 yard of back fabric machine matching thread First – decide on the size of your square. Mine are 14 inches by 14 inches. You can go as low as 12×12…
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Sewing: Dr. Seuss Bath
Who doesn’t love Dr. Seuss?! He’s an all-time favourite of ours, even making his way into our wedding vows! About 3 weeks ago I was in the states and found my way into a JoAnne’s Fabrics. What a delight! Not as fabulous as the fashion district in Los Angeles, yet I found some wonderful things! This fabric caught my eye and I just had to get it. We have a few Dr. Seuss pictures up in our upstairs bathroom, so I thought I’d make some…
