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sewing

A blue leather backpack on a wooden table

How to Sew a Backpack: Leather Backpack Tutorial

July 8, 2024 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Learn how to make your own leather backpack with this step-by-step tutorial, complete with pictures. See how even beginners can create beautiful and …

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A caramel colored leather purse

How to Make a Leather Purse

December 9, 2022 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Even beginners can easily make a beautiful, supple leather purse with a complete, simple-to-make DIY bag kit. As a blogger, I often get emails from …

Read moreHow to Make a Leather Purse
A young boy dressed in a vintage homemade Captain America costume with two friends dressed as spiderman (blurred out)

Homemade Captain America Costume

October 16, 2021 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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With some simple sewing, you can quickly make this easy homemade Captain America costume from recycled t-shirts. It’s super comfy, and kids …

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Overhead view of a variety of fun face masks, tie dyed masks, denim masks, lace masks, etc.

DIY Fun and Cute Face Masks

November 19, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Lighten up the burden of having to wear a face mask with these fun and creative face masks that you can make or decorate yourself at home. No matter …

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Overhead view of several face masks in various colors

DIY Comfortable Breathable Face Masks

October 14, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Forced to wear a mask? Most face masks are uncomfortable and make it difficult to breathe. These are the most comfortable, breathable mask patterns …

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A pink fuzzy covered notebook and a pencil with foam hearts placed on a wood pallet, with pink striped cloth scraps in the background.

Easy DIY Notebook Cover

June 10, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Reading and writing can be so much more fun when you’re using a cute, removable cover. This easy, DIY notebook cover can be quickly and easily …

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A homemade cloth chalkboard heart with "Happy Valentine's Day!" written on it. It's surrounded by homemade chalk and next to a folded chalkboard.

Portable, Foldable Chalkboard Heart – The Perfect Valentine!

January 22, 2020 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Kids will love this portable, foldable chalkboard heart. It’s the perfect Valentine for young artists on the go. The other day I was playing …

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Two homemade blue cloth gift pouches with painted snowflakes designs and embellished with rhinestones.

How to Paint a Snowflake Christmas Gift Pouch

December 15, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Save the waste of wrapping paper by using beautiful reusable gift pouches. Learn how to paint a snowflake gift pouch made from recycled t-shirt …

Read moreHow to Paint a Snowflake Christmas Gift Pouch
A young boy in a Superman costume and a boy in a Batman costume

Easy Homemade Superhero Costume: Batman & Superman

October 23, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Need a last-minute Halloween costume, or just want to make an easy superhero costume? These homemade batman and superman costumes can be whipped up in …

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Homemade Captain America Boots made from duct tape on a homemade Captain America shield

DIY Superhero Boots (Two Methods)

October 21, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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No homemade superhero costume would be complete without some DIY superhero boots. I’ll show you two quick and easy methods to make costume boots …

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An orange homemade trick-or-treat bag decorated with a Jack-o-lantern face.

DIY Trick or Treat Bag

October 16, 2019 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Upcycle an old t-shirt into a DIY trick or treat bag in a matter of minutes and then let the kids help decorate it with homemade craft foam stamps. …

Read moreDIY Trick or Treat Bag
A cup of lavender next to two homemade cream colored lavender sachets with lavender print on them.

Homemade Lavender Sachets

November 20, 2014 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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How to make homemade lavender sachets, decorated with lavender flowers, and great as gifts. They’re easy and perfect for non-artists because you …

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A closeup of a woman's hands holding a hot glass of coffee covered in a bright striped blue and purple cozy made out of a sock.

5-minute Easy DIY Coffee Cozy from a Sock!

April 22, 2014 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Warm up with a hot beverage without burning yourself with an easy DIY coffee cozy can be made from a mismatched sock in around 5 minutes! You can …

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Closeup of a homemade cloth teabag with a small bowl behind it filled with a loose tea. In the background, there is a green teapot and a teacup.

Quick and Easy DIY Reusable Tea Bags (From a Sleeve)

February 25, 2014 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Make these easy, 5-minute DIY reusable tea bags for loose leaf teas! They’re quickly made from repurposed sleeves and are the perfect use for …

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Top view of 3 drawstring pouches made from the sleeves of baby clothes.

How to make a Drawstring Bag in under 10 minutes

February 20, 2014 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Easily make a drawstring bag in less than 10 minutes by upcycling old t-shirts and taking advantage of the hem. You can also make a pouch from the …

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A colorful keepsake quilt made out of old baby clothes placed on a balcony balustrade.

The Fine Line Between Being a Hoarder and Being Sentimental: The Baby Clothes Keepsake Quilt

August 30, 2013 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Are you sentimental, but don’t want to be a hoarder? Making a baby clothes keepsake quilt is a practical way to save precious outgrown baby …

Read moreThe Fine Line Between Being a Hoarder and Being Sentimental: The Baby Clothes Keepsake Quilt
a super cute baby binkie or security blanket that looks like a puppy

Puppy Binkie Pattern

July 30, 2013 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Learn to sew a super cute baby binkie or security blanket that looks like a puppy with free pattern and instructions.  My son loves dogs. Even …

Read morePuppy Binkie Pattern
Closeup of two colorful sandwich wraps. One in front has a red Volkswagen Beetle print in a yellow, white floral design, and red fabric. Snack bag in the back is blue and green.

How to Make Reusable Sandwich Wraps and Snack Envelopes

June 16, 2013 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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Ditch the plastic baggies and sew some reusable sandwich wraps and snack bags for traveling with sandwiches and other snacks. These are perfect for …

Read moreHow to Make Reusable Sandwich Wraps and Snack Envelopes
Photo collage of 6 bags showing several ways to make a t-shirt bag

How to Make a T-shirt Bag: 8 Ways to Make a Bag from a Shirt

May 14, 2013 by Tracy Ariza, DDS

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There are lots of ways to make a t-shirt into a bag or backpack. I’ll show you eight great ways to do it, and you don’t even need to know …

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