Altered Striped Tank Free Tutorial From Alisa Burke of Alisa Burke

Looking for a fun way to make your tee standout? If you are then you'll be happy to know that Alisa Burke has created a terrific tutorial on her Alisa Burke - Redefine Creativity blog showing you how to alter a tee.

Altered Striped Tank Tutorial

Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Written by Alisa Burke of Alisa Burke.

Here's what Alisa had to say about her tutorial: When it comes to fashion I am TOTALLY obsessed with stripes- it is actually a little crazy how many different variations of striped shirts I have in my closet. And I also love pairing stripes with florals- there is something a little whimsical about stripes and flowers- they are so opposite they somehow make sense together- at least in my opinion. With summer here I am always looking for different ways to alter a cheap tank top and after finding a $7.00 striped tank at Target I knew I would be embellishing it with hand painted flowers and messy stitching.

Please respect Alisa's TERMS OF USE:  I work really hard to come up with my art, tutorials, ideas, classes, inspiration and more. Please understand that everything I post on my blog is for your personal use only - not for resale or redistribution. Please contact me if you are interested in using anything that I share online-thank you!!!

For more information on Alisa's Terms of Use please CLICK HERE.

Alisa's Bio: Alisa Burke is a freelance painter and mixed media artist who studied fine art at Portland State University. With a background in painting and printmaking, a desire to explore and push materials, Alisa is always looking for new ways to break the rules and redefine art. She draws inspiration from street art, graffiti, art history and fashion and it is not uncommon to find her digging through the trash in hopes of recycling something unique use in her artwork.

Alisa’s paintings have been exhibited in a variety of galleries and her handmade, painted accessories are carried in a number of boutiques across the country. Her artwork has been featured in publications such as Cloth Paper Scissors, Quilting Arts, Where Women Create, Somerset Studios’ Haute Handbags, Art Doll Quarterly, and the University of San Diego Magazine. In addition to making art, Alisa teaches a variety of workshops nation wide. Alisa appeared as a guest artist on the DIY Network show Craft Lab and book Canvas Remix was released in spring 2008.

Copyright © 2005-2010 - All Rights Reserved - Alisa Burke of Alisa Burke.

Please visit her Alisa Burke website at http://www.alisaburke.com and her Alisa Burke - Redefine Creativity blog at http://www.alisaburke.blogspot.com . Her Alisa Burke Etsy shop is at http://alisaburke.etsy.com .

Easy Altered Hoodie Free Tutorial by Alisa Burke of Alisa Burke

Looking for a fun way to add color to a blah hoodie? If you are then you'll be happy to know that Alisa Burke has created a terrific tutorial on her Alisa Burke - Redefine Creativity blog showing you how to alter a hoodie.

easy altered hoodie tutorial

Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Written by Alisa Burke of Alisa Burke.

Here's what Alisa had to say about her tutorial: A while back as I was browsing through though my local Anthropologie store (key word browsing!) I came upon these sweaters (below) and I loved the concept- square blocks of fabric applique on the surface of a garment- but what I don't love is the price of $100.00 for a sweater. While I do like browsing Anthropologie, quite frankly I never actually shop there- their price points make me really mad- but thats another story! Anyway, I decided to put my own twist on the concept but use a blank hoodie sweatshirt- a staple piece of clothing in my neck of the woods :)

Please respect Alisa's TERMS OF USE:  I work really hard to come up with my art, tutorials, ideas, classes, inspiration and more. Please understand that everything I post on my blog is for your personal use only - not for resale or redistribution. Please contact me if you are interested in using anything that I share online-thank you!!!

For more information on Alisa's Terms of Use please CLICK HERE.

Alisa's Bio: Alisa Burke is a freelance painter and mixed media artist who studied fine art at Portland State University. With a background in painting and printmaking, a desire to explore and push materials, Alisa is always looking for new ways to break the rules and redefine art. She draws inspiration from street art, graffiti, art history and fashion and it is not uncommon to find her digging through the trash in hopes of recycling something unique use in her artwork.

Alisa’s paintings have been exhibited in a variety of galleries and her handmade, painted accessories are carried in a number of boutiques across the country. Her artwork has been featured in publications such as Cloth Paper Scissors, Quilting Arts, Where Women Create, Somerset Studios’ Haute Handbags, Art Doll Quarterly, and the University of San Diego Magazine. In addition to making art, Alisa teaches a variety of workshops nation wide. Alisa appeared as a guest artist on the DIY Network show Craft Lab and book Canvas Remix was released in spring 2008.

Copyright © 2005-2010 - All Rights Reserved - Alisa Burke of Alisa Burke.

Please visit her Alisa Burke website at http://www.alisaburke.com and her Alisa Burke - Redefine Creativity blog at http://www.alisaburke.blogspot.com . Her Alisa Burke Etsy shop is at http://alisaburke.etsy.com .

The Ruffled Bubble Skirt , The Sunshine Dress, and The Scalloped Skirt Free Tutorials From Christie of A Lemon Squeezy Home

Looking for some cute ideas for little girl's clothing?   Well, Christie of Lemon Squeezy Shop and A Lemon Squeezy Home blog has three wonderful tutorials on her blog showing you how to make two adorable outfits for little girls.

The Ruffled Bubble Skirt Tutorial

Copyright © 2010 - Written by Christie of A Lemon Squeezy Home blog.

Here's what Christie had to say about her tutorial:   This tutorial is for a skirt about 18 months – 2T, possibly even 3T, but it would just be shorter. Adjust measurements according to your child.  I do realize that this isn't a "real" bubble skirt.  It's not made the same at all, but it has the appearance of a bubble skirt--thus the name:). 

The Sunshine Dress Tutorial

The .PDF version of all Christie's tutorials can be found HERE.

Copyright © 2010 - Written by Christie of A Lemon Squeezy Home blog.

Here's what Christie had to say about her tutorial:   Remember the table runner I made with the ruffled vase?  Every time I looked at it, I thought of a dress. And since that means it was pretty girly and the hubs wouldn’t mind NOT having it on the table, and despite him teasing me for making a table runner and then using it for a dress, I gave it a go. :)

Scalloped Skirt Tutorial (Sew Through the Decades Challenge, Week One)

The .PDF version of all Christie's tutorials can be found HERE.

Copyright © 2010 - Written by Christie of A Lemon Squeezy Home blog.

Here's what Christie had to say about her tutorial:  Fashion Era had the following picture on their website, listing this as fashion for children in 1905.  I thought that dress on the right had a lot of potential for a skirt.  So a skirt it now is!  There were sashes on a lot of dresses during 1900-1909, so I made a sash to coordinate with the skirt. Fun fun!  Kind of reminds me of a cupcake, but that name was taken, along with every other name I could think of!

Please respect Christie's TERMS OF USE: Unless stated otherwise, you may use any of the items or tutorials I post for personal use. If you are wanting to sell items made from my tutorials, please ask me for permission!

My *only* request, is that if you make and post anything that I came up with, that you post a link to my blog. If you sell any items on my website that was my idea, then you must post a link giving me credit (after asking permission to sell first).

Just give credit where it is due! Happy crafting!

Copyright © 2009-2010 - All Rights Reserved - Christie of Lemon Squeezy Shop at http://www.etsy.com/shop/lemonsqueezyshop. Please visit her A Lemon Squeezy Home blog at http://alemonsqueezyhome.blogspot.com/

Sew Some Quick Felt Slippers For The Kids Free Tutorial From Melissa of Haworth Handmade

Want to learn how to make a quick pair of slippers?   If you do then you'll be happy to know that Melissa of Haworth Handmade has a wonderful tutorial on her Under Construction blog showing you how to make felt slippers.

Sew some quick felt slippers for the kids

Copyright © 2010 - Written by Melissa of Haworth Handmade. 

Here's what Melissa had to say about her tutorial:  Got cold floors? Got a bag of felted, wool sweaters lying around? (oh, that's probably just me. Hmm, wash 100% wool sweater on hot. Dry in dryer. Voila! Felt! ok, moving on) Need some slippers?

Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Melissa of Haworth Handmade.  Please visit Melissa's Haworth Etsy shop and her Under Construction blog, too.

How To Make A Shower Cap Free Tutorial From SewDelish Blog

Ever wonder how to make a shower cap?  Well, if you have then you'll be happy to know that SewDelish has a wonderful tutorial on their blog showing you how.

Some Sewing - How to Make a Shower Cap - Tutorial

Copyright © 2008 - Written by SewDelish blog.

Here's what SewDelish had to say about their tutorial:  Here is a fairly quick and easy sewing project to try that is great to make for yourself or to give away. It is also a great way to keep your children's hair dry if you make it in fabric they like.

Please respect SewDelish's TERMS OF USE:   For personal use and inspiration only. No part of this tutorial may be copied or re-produced without the prior permission (including photos) from SewDelish. If you wish to share our tutorial then provide others with a link to our SewDelish blog at http://sewdelish.blogspot.com so they can visit.

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Recycled Jeans Ruffle Skirt Free Tutorial by Bette Shaw of By Your Hands and Bette's Tomorrows Treasures

Bette Shaw of  By Your Hands and Bette's Tomorrows Treasures has a wonderful tutorial on her By Your Hands blog showing you how to make an adorable ruffled skirt.  Bette and Deena Davis of EweNmePrintables.com website and  Altered Stuff blog co-author By Your Hands. 

Recycled Jeans Ruffle Skirt

Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Written by Bette Shaw of Bette's Tomorrows Treasures and By Your Hands .

Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Bette Shaw of Bette's Tomorrows Treasures and By Your Hands.  Bette is a work-at-home mother, grandmother and professional crafter/designer.

Please visit her Bette's Tomorrows Treasures blog at http://bettestomorrowstreasures.blogspot.com/, her Bette's Tomorrows Treasures website at http://bettestomorrowstreasures.com, and her By Your Hands blog at http://www.byyourhands.blogspot.com/ .

Crafter's Apron Free E-Pattern From Colleen Babcock of The Magic Bean

I thought you might all like to know that Colleen Babcock of The Magic Bean blog has a wonderful free e-pattern on her The Magic Bean blog for a crafter's apron.

Crafter's Apron
Made especially for doll makers but suitable for all crafters. Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Written by Colleen Babcock of The Magic Bean Blog.

Here's what Colleen had to say about her e-pattern: This past Sunday I got an urge - an irresistible urge to make me a tool belt. But not just any toolbelt, something that could hold almost everything that I need to make a doll or any sewing project that took my fancy.

Please respect Colleen's Terms of use: Download of this pattern entitles you to make as many Crafter’s Aprons as you like for your personal use, including, to give as gifts or up to 12 items per year to sell, provided credit for design is given to Colleen Babcock on all hang tags and flyers.

© Colleen Babcock 2010, All Rights Reserved. This is a free pattern and is not intended for resale. Thank you for respecting the designer’s copyright.

Colleen's Bio - Colleen is a cloth doll designer and teacher. Originally from Canada, Colleen has a degree in Theatre Design & Production from York University in Toronto. Now living in London, England, Colleen enjoys putting her knowledge of historical costume into many of her designs. Colleen teaches cloth doll making both online and in person and has enjoyed recent trips to teach in North America and well as teaching in the UK. Colleen has contributed a doll to Patti Medaris Culea’s book Creative Cloth Doll Beading as well as Barbara Willis’ recently published book Cloth Doll Artistry. Colleen has also had dolls featured in Soft Dolls and Animals, Doll Crafter and Costuming, and Art Doll Quarterly magazines. Colleen has had dolls exhibited at the Knitting & Stitching Show in London and at the National Needlework Archive in Newbury, Berkshire. Colleen loves producing & selling doll patterns so that others can enjoy making their own cloth dolls.

Colleen’s particular interest is in making dolls that have a practical purpose as well as decorative one.  Oh and she has an un-natural love of alfafa sprouts, loves Elmo, her husband and her parents and friends, but that goes without saying (Ok, well, maybe not the alfafa sprouts bit).

© Colleen Babcock 2010 - All Rights Reserved Colleen Babcock. Please visit Colleen's "The Magic Bean Blog" at http://www.themagicbean.typepad.com/ and her The Magic Bean Etsy Shoppe at http://www.etsy.com/shop/themagicbean. She also teaches classes online: Doll Street Dreamers - Bamboo Oracle and Joggles - Water Lily.

Let's Make A T-Shirt Pillow Free Tutorial by Deena Davis of By Your Hands and EweNmePrintables.com

Deena Davis of By Your Hands blog and  EweNmePrintables.com website has the most adorable tutorial on her By Your Hands blog showing you how to make a pillow out of a t-shirt. Deena and Bette Shaw of Bette's Tomorrows Treasures co-author the  By Your Hands blog. 

Let's Make a T-Shirt Pillow!

Copyright © 2010 - Written by Deena Davis of EweNmePrintables.com and By Your Hands blog .

Here's what Deena had to say about her tutorial: A few days ago, I spent the afternoon making a t-shirt pillow with my 4 year old son. He was actually quite impressed with the outcome and since I don't sew as much as I used to, he had lots of questions about the sewing machine and what pins were used for. LOL

These pillows can be made from any size t-shirt that's in good condition. We made two of these gems, and both were made from "too small" t-shirts that my boys loved. (What boy doesn't like camo?)

Please respect Deena's TERMS OF USE: - Mass production, sharing, selling, and re-distribution in part or as a whole is prohibited.

Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Deena Davis. Deena is the owner of EweNmePrintables.com and AlteredStuff.com.

Deena offers FREE e-printables every month on her EweNmePrintables.com website.

Blooming Belt Tutorial Free Tutorial by Alisa Burke of Alisa Burke

I just LOVE Alisa Burke's creativity and thought you'd like to know that she has a terrific tutorial on her Alisa Burke - Redefine Creativity blog showing you how to create a blooming belt.

Blooming Belt Tutorial

Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Written by Alisa Burke of Alisa Burke.

Here's what Alisa had to say about her tutorial: While it still feels like winter, I am inspired to create my own spring over here- full of bright color, fresh ideas, and pretty flowers. I couldn't resist making a spring inspired, blooming belt out of canvas and fabric!

Please respect Alisa's TERMS OF USE:  I work really hard to come up with my art, tutorials, ideas, classes, inspiration and more. Please understand that everything I post on my blog is for your personal use only - not for resale or redistribution. Please contact me if you are interested in using anything that I share online-thank you!!!

For more information on Alisa's Terms of Use please CLICK HERE.

Alisa's Bio: Alisa Burke is a freelance painter and mixed media artist who studied fine art at Portland State University. With a background in painting and printmaking, a desire to explore and push materials, Alisa is always looking for new ways to break the rules and redefine art. She draws inspiration from street art, graffiti, art history and fashion and it is not uncommon to find her digging through the trash in hopes of recycling something unique use in her artwork.

Alisa’s paintings have been exhibited in a variety of galleries and her handmade, painted accessories are carried in a number of boutiques across the country. Her artwork has been featured in publications such as Cloth Paper Scissors, Quilting Arts, Where Women Create, Somerset Studios’ Haute Handbags, Art Doll Quarterly, and the University of San Diego Magazine. In addition to making art, Alisa teaches a variety of workshops nation wide. Alisa appeared as a guest artist on the DIY Network show Craft Lab and book Canvas Remix was released in spring 2008.

Copyright © 2005-2010 - All Rights Reserved - Alisa Burke of Alisa Burke.

Please visit her Alisa Burke website at http://www.alisaburke.com and her Alisa Burke - Redefine Creativity blog at http://www.alisaburke.blogspot.com . Her Alisa Burke Etsy shop is at http://alisaburke.etsy.com .

Refashioned Flower Vest Free Tutorial by Alisa Burke of Alisa Burke

If you're looking for a unique way to dress up a vest you'll be happy to know that Alisa Burke has a wonderful tutorial on her Alisa Burke - Redefine Creativity blog showing you how to turn a drab vest into a refashioned flower vest. 

Refashioned Flower Vest

Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Written by Alisa Burke of Alisa Burke.

Here's what Alisa had to say about her tutorial: According to one of my favorite daily reads- whowhatwear.com -3D flowers are all the rage this spring (though I could have told you that!) Everything from applique flowers to raised rosets on shirts, skirts and accessories- dimensional florals are everywhere. Inspired by this trend report, I decided to create yet another tutorial using (once again) the easy fabric rolled roses!

Please respect Alisa's TERMS OF USE:  I work really hard to come up with my art, tutorials, ideas, classes, inspiration and more. Please understand that everything I post on my blog is for your personal use only - not for resale or redistribution. Please contact me if you are interested in using anything that I share online-thank you!!!

For more information on Alisa's Terms of Use please CLICK HERE.

Alisa's Bio: Alisa Burke is a freelance painter and mixed media artist who studied fine art at Portland State University. With a background in painting and printmaking, a desire to explore and push materials, Alisa is always looking for new ways to break the rules and redefine art. She draws inspiration from street art, graffiti, art history and fashion and it is not uncommon to find her digging through the trash in hopes of recycling something unique use in her artwork.

Alisa’s paintings have been exhibited in a variety of galleries and her handmade, painted accessories are carried in a number of boutiques across the country. Her artwork has been featured in publications such as Cloth Paper Scissors, Quilting Arts, Where Women Create, Somerset Studios’ Haute Handbags, Art Doll Quarterly, and the University of San Diego Magazine. In addition to making art, Alisa teaches a variety of workshops nation wide. Alisa appeared as a guest artist on the DIY Network show Craft Lab and book Canvas Remix was released in spring 2008.

Copyright © 2005-2010 - All Rights Reserved - Alisa Burke of Alisa Burke.

Please visit her Alisa Burke website at http://www.alisaburke.com and her Alisa Burke - Redefine Creativity blog at http://www.alisaburke.blogspot.com . Her Alisa Burke Etsy shop is at http://alisaburke.etsy.com .

Painted Wedge Sandal Free Tutorial by Alisa Burke of Alisa Burke

I just LOVE shoes.  In fact, I collect shoes - not for myself, but in miniature form.   Well, if you'd like to create a truly unique pair of shoes for yourself Alisa Burke has a terrific tutorial on her Alisa Burke - Redefine Creativity blog showing you how to create painted wedge sandals.

Painted Wedge Sandal

Copyright © 2010 - All Rights Reserved - Written by Alisa Burke of Alisa Burke.

Here's what Alisa had to say about her tutorial: I have a little bit of a shoe obsession and living in sunny San Diego, I gravitate towards buying lots of wedge sandals- perfect for warm weather dress up and feeling tall- I have many pairs! My most recent purchase was a pair of brown canvas wedge sandals (cheap and comfy!) that I thought would be perfect to alter with a little paint!

Please respect Alisa's TERMS OF USE:  I work really hard to come up with my art, tutorials, ideas, classes, inspiration and more. Please understand that everything I post on my blog is for your personal use only - not for resale or redistribution. Please contact me if you are interested in using anything that I share online-thank you!!!

For more information on Alisa's Terms of Use please CLICK HERE.

Alisa's Bio: Alisa Burke is a freelance painter and mixed media artist who studied fine art at Portland State University. With a background in painting and printmaking, a desire to explore and push materials, Alisa is always looking for new ways to break the rules and redefine art. She draws inspiration from street art, graffiti, art history and fashion and it is not uncommon to find her digging through the trash in hopes of recycling something unique use in her artwork.

Alisa’s paintings have been exhibited in a variety of galleries and her handmade, painted accessories are carried in a number of boutiques across the country. Her artwork has been featured in publications such as Cloth Paper Scissors, Quilting Arts, Where Women Create, Somerset Studios’ Haute Handbags, Art Doll Quarterly, and the University of San Diego Magazine. In addition to making art, Alisa teaches a variety of workshops nation wide. Alisa appeared as a guest artist on the DIY Network show Craft Lab and book Canvas Remix was released in spring 2008.

Copyright © 2005-2010 - All Rights Reserved - Alisa Burke of Alisa Burke.

Please visit her Alisa Burke website at http://www.alisaburke.com and her Alisa Burke - Redefine Creativity blog at http://www.alisaburke.blogspot.com . Her Alisa Burke Etsy shop is at http://alisaburke.etsy.com .