Copyright (c) 2009 CraftStylish.com en-us CraftStylish - CalPatch's posts http://www.craftstylish.com/profile/CalPatch Thu, 08 Jan 2009 19:40:42 -0500 CraftStylish - CalPatch's posts http://www.craftstylish.com/assets/images/cs_logo_sm.jpg http://www.craftstylish.com/profile/CalPatch Tue, 30 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/36186/how-to-sew-pouches-to-organize-your-life http://www.craftstylish.com/item/36186/how-to-sew-pouches-to-organize-your-life Posted by CalPatch
These handy fabric cases can streamline your life. At least, that's what I'm counting on! ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/36186/how-to-sew-pouches-to-organize-your-life Tue, 23 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/33940/how-to-make-a-candy-tin-sewing-kit http://www.craftstylish.com/item/33940/how-to-make-a-candy-tin-sewing-kit Posted by CalPatch
In my opinion, everyone should carry a pocket-sized sewing kit at all times. You just never know when you might need a needle and thread! This tutorial will show you how to make one for everyone you know. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/33940/how-to-make-a-candy-tin-sewing-kit Tue, 16 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/32372/totally-tubular-how-to-sew-a-cowl http://www.craftstylish.com/item/32372/totally-tubular-how-to-sew-a-cowl Posted by CalPatch
The hottest (not to mention coziest) winter accessory of the moment is most certainly the cowl. Good news! It's also about the easiest style to make for those last-minute gifts... ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/32372/totally-tubular-how-to-sew-a-cowl Fri, 12 Dec 2008 23:33:11 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/32431/bust-craftacular-this-sunday-1214 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/32431/bust-craftacular-this-sunday-1214 Posted by CalPatch
If you're in the NYC area, you'll want to check out this big bad mama of all craft fairs! You'll be sure to find handmade gifts for everyone on your list. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/32431/bust-craftacular-this-sunday-1214 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/30695/how-to-make-a-mens-fleece-hoodie http://www.craftstylish.com/item/30695/how-to-make-a-mens-fleece-hoodie Posted by CalPatch
Making clothes for guys doesn't have to be so intimidating. All you have to do is keep it simple! ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/30695/how-to-make-a-mens-fleece-hoodie Tue, 02 Dec 2008 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/28927/how-to-make-hats-from-recycled-sweaters http://www.craftstylish.com/item/28927/how-to-make-hats-from-recycled-sweaters Posted by CalPatch
Here's a project you can use to make gifts for him, her, and the little ones, too! And it probably won't cost you a penny. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/28927/how-to-make-hats-from-recycled-sweaters Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/27550/how-to-create-elastic-shirring http://www.craftstylish.com/item/27550/how-to-create-elastic-shirring Posted by CalPatch
It's so easy to use this technique for gathering up necklines, cuffs, or waistbands while keeping the stretch. And you won't believe how professional it looks! ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/27550/how-to-create-elastic-shirring Tue, 18 Nov 2008 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/23963/how-to-embellish-with-crochet-inserts http://www.craftstylish.com/item/23963/how-to-embellish-with-crochet-inserts Posted by CalPatch
A touch of crochet can transform a plain top into a very special piece. This is a perfect way to make quick, easy gifts with a handmade edge! ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/23963/how-to-embellish-with-crochet-inserts Tue, 11 Nov 2008 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/19131/how-to-use-fold-over-elastic http://www.craftstylish.com/item/19131/how-to-use-fold-over-elastic Posted by CalPatch
Here's another cool way to finish edges on your knit tops: fold-over elastic. I'll show you how to use it flat on a neckline and to gather a cuff. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/19131/how-to-use-fold-over-elastic Tue, 04 Nov 2008 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/13143/how-to-sew-a-bias-tape-facing http://www.craftstylish.com/item/13143/how-to-sew-a-bias-tape-facing Posted by CalPatch
Finishing curved edges is tricky business; you can't just turn and hem as you would a straight edge. Here's my favorite solution... ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/13143/how-to-sew-a-bias-tape-facing Tue, 28 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/13039/how-to-restyle-a-t-shirt-into-a-tiered-tea-dress http://www.craftstylish.com/item/13039/how-to-restyle-a-t-shirt-into-a-tiered-tea-dress Posted by CalPatch
This comfy color-blocked number is so quick and easy, you'll want to make them for everyone you know. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/13039/how-to-restyle-a-t-shirt-into-a-tiered-tea-dress Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/12405/how-to-patch-a-hole-with-crochet http://www.craftstylish.com/item/12405/how-to-patch-a-hole-with-crochet Posted by CalPatch
Did you know you can use crochet for mending? Here's an alternative to darning that's pretty darn cute! ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/12405/how-to-patch-a-hole-with-crochet Tue, 14 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/11910/how-to-restyle-a-t-shirt-into-a-gathered-yoke-top http://www.craftstylish.com/item/11910/how-to-restyle-a-t-shirt-into-a-gathered-yoke-top Posted by CalPatch
Turn an outdated tee into a pretty style that's more like a blouse in less than an hour! ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/11910/how-to-restyle-a-t-shirt-into-a-gathered-yoke-top Tue, 07 Oct 2008 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/11306/how-to-sew-a-machine-blindstitch-hem http://www.craftstylish.com/item/11306/how-to-sew-a-machine-blindstitch-hem Posted by CalPatch
Most people are completely unaware that their sewing machine can do a gorgeous invisible hemstitch—and in much less time than it takes to do by hand! My step-by-step tutorial will show you how. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/11306/how-to-sew-a-machine-blindstitch-hem Tue, 30 Sep 2008 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/10761/how-to-make-customized-pockets-for-your-daily-essentials http://www.craftstylish.com/item/10761/how-to-make-customized-pockets-for-your-daily-essentials Posted by CalPatch
If you'd like to be able to reach in your bag and pull out any item instantly, without even looking, come see how I went about making "a place for everything" that I keep in my bag! ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/10761/how-to-make-customized-pockets-for-your-daily-essentials Tue, 23 Sep 2008 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/10114/how-to-make-scrappy-chrysanthemums http://www.craftstylish.com/item/10114/how-to-make-scrappy-chrysanthemums Posted by CalPatch
Use up all kinds of fabric scraps to make these quick-and-easy blooms! They're perfect for gifts and embellishing. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/10114/how-to-make-scrappy-chrysanthemums Tue, 16 Sep 2008 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/9786/how-to-make-an-inset-pocket http://www.craftstylish.com/item/9786/how-to-make-an-inset-pocket Posted by CalPatch
With this tutorial, you'll learn how simple it is to add cute and practical inset pockets to virtually any garment. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/9786/how-to-make-an-inset-pocket Tue, 09 Sep 2008 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/9107/how-to-add-crochet-trim-to-any-fabric-edge http://www.craftstylish.com/item/9107/how-to-add-crochet-trim-to-any-fabric-edge Posted by CalPatch
A few rows of simple stitches can transform your basic project into a masterpiece! It's a high-impact, low-effort technique you'll surely want to try. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/9107/how-to-add-crochet-trim-to-any-fabric-edge Wed, 03 Sep 2008 12:00:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/8413/how-to-sew-a-classic-t-shirt-neckband http://www.craftstylish.com/item/8413/how-to-sew-a-classic-t-shirt-neckband Posted by CalPatch
You can use this simple finish on all of your knit tops. It's easier than you think and quick, too. ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/8413/how-to-sew-a-classic-t-shirt-neckband Wed, 03 Sep 2008 11:50:00 -0400 http://www.craftstylish.com/item/8462/meet-cal http://www.craftstylish.com/item/8462/meet-cal Posted by CalPatch
Hello! I am very excited to be a new sewing contributor to CraftStylish! ]]> http://www.craftstylish.com/item/8462/meet-cal