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Why would you sew bra cups into a dress? So you don’t have to wear an actual bra! This is the solution for summer dresses with spaghetti straps that are hanging out in your closet instead of getting worn because you hate wearing strapless bras. It can’t just be me. Making Clothes Better One of […]
Sometimes your knit edges need a little more stability, and that’s the perfect time to knit a folded hem. A hem can be added to a piece of knitting as you knit it or after the main knitting is done to add stability and help stop stockinette stitch from curling. Either way it’s pretty easy […]
Granny stitch crochet may be more well known as its circular counterpart, the granny square. But working granny stitch in rows makes a fun fabic that’s quick and easy to stitch and great for blankets, garments and more. What is Granny Stitch Crochet? Granny stitch is made up of clusters of double crochet stitches along […]
Mattress stitch is a common way to finish seams on knitting projects. It gives the project a relatively seamless look on the front side and doesn’t leave a super bulky seam on the inside of your project. What is Mattress Stitch? Mattress stitch is a sewing technique whereby you join two pieces of knitting so […]
This fuzzy heart pillow knitting pattern is fun to knit and a great gift idea for kids, from babies to teens. My daughter loves this fuzzy fabric and has a sweater made from the same yarn. This is part of the amazing Christmas in July Make Along, which you can read more about at the […]
I wear tank tops instead of bras as my base layer, so when my T-shirts get grungy, knowing how to turn a T-shirt into a tank top is a great way to get more use out of them. This is a quick and not totally perfect version of the process. If you want to wear […]
This waistcoat stitch jar cozy crochet pattern is a great way to practice a stitch that looks like knitting. Waistcoat stitch makes a really thick fabric, so it’s perfect for protecting your hands. I love the idea of using it for a hot pad, coffee mug cozy, or, in this case, a jar cozy. I […]