Back to school? Been working so much that all your papers don't lie flat in your folders? Why not make an easy folder clasp to keep your folders neat and tidy! This project is so quick and simple to do! Let's get started! What you'll need: 1 folder1 large buttonA small piece of cord elastic… Continue reading Folder Clasp
Category: Tutorials
Stitching On A Button
Unsure how to stitch on a button? Then look no further! My tutorial will show you how to do a crossover button stitch. What you'll need: FabricNeedleThreadButton . . Let's get started! First we need to double up a piece of thread and knot the end so it doesn't just go through the fabric. Once… Continue reading Stitching On A Button
Hand-Stitched Buttonhole
What you'll need: A piece of fabricA needleA buttonFabric marker or chalk Scissors For this little tutorial I have just used a scrap piece of calico fabric to demonstrate. However, you can practice this technique or stitch straight onto the fabric you will be using. The first step we need to take is to decide… Continue reading Hand-Stitched Buttonhole
The Blanket Stitch
Here's what you'll need to get started on the blanket stitch: Fabric (I'll be using felt)A needleThreadPins Scissors The first step we will do is to pin together our fabrics. I have used acrylic felt for this demonstration but you can use the fabric of your choice. With you needle and thread in… Continue reading The Blanket Stitch