Do-It-Yourself Infinity Scarf, Easy tutorial

Photo courtesy: H is for Handmade

I sew a lot and I always have fabric left over. Don't toss out those scraps, because you may have enough to make an infinity scarf. What's great about these scarves is that you can wear them different ways and out of different types of fabrics.

H is for Handmade has these easy instructions. The blog has all the steps to make one in one afternoon.  Click here for the tutorial. 

I also found a video on YouTube that has the simple instructions you can follow along. Both have the information you need to make one now.



HOW TO SEW AN INFINITY SCARF-VIDEO



Go find that fabric and make a few of them, for friends, family or a bunch just for you.

If you make one let me know in comments below. I would love to post a photo of your project on my Best Crafters Facebook page. 

Happy crafting!

Rebecca

Basic Sewing: Selecting a sewing machine, pattern and fabric

It feels great when I'm wearing an outfit and someone tells me they like it, and I get to say "I made it!" Most people are shocked because they can't believe it, and often women say "I wish I knew how to sew."

Today with YouTube there is no reason you can't learn how to sew. You don't even have to leave your home. Here are some sewing videos for starters.

BEST SEWING MACHINE FOR BEGINNERS
by the Crafty Gemini





SELECTING THE RIGHT PATTERN
by Mad Queen







FINDING THE RIGHT FABRIC
by Jo-Ann Fabrics






Happy Sewing!

Rebecca

3 Beautiful Fleece Scarves, Easy to make

In most places around the country, it's cold outside. Why not get some fleece and make a scarf. Here are some beautiful scarves I found on the web. They are very easy to make. You can probably make one in a less than two hours.

Thanks to Whimsy Couture Boutique, Bromeliad Living, and Craft Stylish for the FREE instructions. I have hot linked their blogs and a direct link to instructions to make the scarves.


Infinity Fleece Scarf 

Courtesy: Whimsy Couture Boutique

Pleated Fleece Scarf

Courtesy: Bromeliad Living

Fleece Ripple Scarf

Courtesy: Craft Stylish

For more great ideas check out the blogs that I have listed above, and let's continue the sewing.

Happy crafting!

Rebecca

Other sewing projects:

• Sewing Project 2014
• DYI Onesie Ideas
• Learn How Sew With A Pattern

"Sew Me" Project was a success in 2013. So let's do it again!

I did it!

I told you I was going to sew all my clothes in 2013, and not buy anything new.

I did it!

I made two pairs of pants, two skirts, 10 knit tops and eight dresses. I'm sure I saved a lot of money, but I really don't know how much. I used a lot of fabric that I had stashed away.

Let me just say my husband is very happy with me. Full disclosure, he did buy me a purple dress for a conference. He had to take it back because he got me the wrong size. Once he got me the right size I had to bring down the hem. I little too short for my taste.

I did buy under clothing. No way would I attempt attempt to make a bra.  I visited department stores to see the trends and get ideas.  But I stuck to my promise and feel good about what I accomplished.

And it did feel good to tell people "I made this" when they paid me a compliment on my dress or top.

So I have decided that I will continue sewing my own clothes for 2014. This also includes me re- purposing clothes.  I will visit thrift stores and make something out of an outfit getting a second life.

Try it! It's fun and it really pushes you to become creative. I finally had dresses that were  the perfect fit for my body. I'm one size on top and another on the bottom.

I'll  keep you posted.

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Happy Crafting!


Rebecca

DIY Onesie Designs: 3 Ideas with a Special Touch

If you need a baby shower gift with the special touch; why not make your own design. Check out these onesie ideas that are simple to do. Think of your own design.  You will wow! the mom-to-be. 

Have fun being creative. 

Onesie Design with Freezer Paper Stencils 

Courtesy: Fayedodgeszombies.com

Onesie Design with Alphabet or Bird Applique 

Courtesy: Sutton Grace

Baby Girl Onesie Dress

Courtesy: ThethriftycraftJunkie

July Picks: 5 of the Best Craft Bloggers

Lime Riot

There are a gazillion craft bloggers in the web world, but this July some of the standouts have crafts that are easy to make and very creative.

Lime Riot

Sometimes I will find a piece of fabric that I think may need a little extra perk. I found Lime Riot and loved how the blogger (sorry she doesn't give her name) had some creative ideas on how to print with paint on fabric.  But she offers a bunch of tutorials.

Everyday Giggles

Christy Wallace is a wife and mother and has time to craft. I noticed her when someone shared her Macbook Laptop cover on Pinterest. I headed over to the blog and was pleasantly surprised.  I love her blog because she keeps it simple and shares lots of photos.

Neubauer

Neubauer

This blog caught my attention when I found it had a FREE pattern for a vintage dress. I headed over to the blog and found several tutorials and ideas for a bunch of crafty projects.  I'm not sure if the blogger is staying up-to-date with the blog, but it is worth looking over for past projects posted. Lots of FREE stuff.

Perch on a Whim

Perch on a Whim

I love to recycle sweaters. I found Perch on a Whim when I was trying to find an easy purse/tote to make out of a sweater.  Heidi, the blogger has not blogged since 2009, BUT the blog has a lot of projects that are still worth researching. As long as she doesn't take down the blog---find some more creative projects.

Emily's Little World

Emily's Little World

This is a must visit blog. Emily is a mom and a wife and has time to come up with some great ideas. I found her when I was looking for easy ways to make flowers.  I landed on the blog she wrote on how to make flowers out of t-shirts. Yes, don't toss them out.  But there is much more to Emily's blog.



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Sew, Sew Me! Making My Own Clothes in 2013

This past Christmas, I was invited to several parties. I also kept seeing all my fabric I have piled up in my craft room. Suddenly it hit me, why not make my own clothes, and start with some Christmas outfits.

I pulled out some sewing patterns, and green sequined fabric. I even put myself to a time limit. I made a top in a couple of hours.

No one told me that sewing sequined fabric was difficult with a sewing machine. So I was left to sew the top BY HAND. Yes every stitch by hand, but I got it done in a few hours.

I was channeling my mother who could whip up a dress by just looking at it, and in a couple of hours. She always told me "no one will see the inside." She was right.

Just Sew or Re-Purpose in 2013

I have a room full of boxes of sewing patterns, fabric, and a sewing machine. I've decided and will do my best in 2013, to make ALL my own clothes. This does not include under garments. I don't think bras will be easy to put together. Leave that to the professionals.

I'm either going to make something new to wear or re- purpose clothing I already have or that I find at a thrift stores. I grew up shopping at thrift stores and garage sales, and let me just say---there is a lot to be found at these places.

So I'll keep you posted with my new projects.  I hope to inspire you to sew or at least try it.  I'm also allowing myself to buy fabric when it’s on sale. Here I come Jo-Ann Fabrics, Hancock Fabrics, Hobby Lobby. I am not a professional seamstress. I'm a journalist by profession.

Now what to do with all those gift cards I got for Kohl’s and JC Penny?

There's nothing better than someone saying "I love your top." Sew, sew me!

Craft Masters: Reality Show Competition for Crafters!

Move out of the way "Real Housewives of Orange County."  Step aside Donald Trump and "The Apprentice."  The crafters are taking over the competition thanks to "Craft Masters."

I recently got to be one of the competitors on this production by Michael's  craft store.  I wondered when a show like this would finally allow us crafters to show that we can compete and create some awesome crafts.

As I told the shows producers, I'm a reporter by day and a "Martha Stewart" by night.  Lights, cameras, action!  It was so much fun to create under pressure.  But if you're like me--you're most creative when you have limited time.  Did I win?  You'll have to watch...

Congrats to Darlene who won. Though I made her a bit nervous, she did give me kudos for giving her the glue tip for her eggs.  Darlene and Cathy were so much fun to get to know, and I love what they created.

Watch all the episodes and leave comments.  I'm hoping Michaels can sell this web series to HGTV or DIY channels.

Crafting is a great way to save money and make one of a kind gifts, and it lets you use your hands on something other than the computer.

Happy Crafting!
Rebecca Aguilar

Featured Blog: Grosgrain Fabulous is giving away free patterns

I like to feature bloggers who are inspiring others in the world of crafts.  Someone recently sent me a link to a crafters BONANZA! 

Sewing, knitting, soft toys, and many more patterns are being offered for FREE at the blog "Grosgrain Fabulous" by Kathleen Frances.

She says it's "A blog by an artsy craftsy, penny pinching, party planning, playdating, fashion finding, sci-fi loving, stay at home mother of three little girls who always keeps her sewing machine plugged in and loves all things charming."

Kathleen is giving away a free pattern until I believe this June. So far there have been some amazing and wonderful patterns.  Please check it out.  "Grosgain Fabulous" is definitely is a blog that we all need to book mark!