The Triangle Top – Tutorial + Free Pattern
The first garment I ever made – with lots of help from my mother – was a top made of two pieces of printed cotton cut into trapezoids and...
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Olivia Issa
- Jun 26, 2020
- 3 min
D.I.Y. Low-Waste Whale Plushie + Free Pattern
For the past two months I've been saving small scraps of fabric and thread that can't be used for any other projects in hopes of cutting...
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Olivia Issa
- May 26, 2020
- 3 min
How to Sew a Button Closure
Button closures are a staple in any garment sewist's toolkit; from button-up sweaters, to casual dresses, to jeans, countless projects...
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Olivia Issa
- May 14, 2020
- 2 min
Easy D.I.Y. Rice Heating Pad
Rice heating pads are one of the first projects I ever made. They're the perfect combination of easy, practical, and when you use a nice...
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Olivia Issa
- May 8, 2020
- 4 min
Easy D.I.Y. Apron - Last Minute Mother's Day Gifts
Since the pandemic started, everyone in my family has – for better or worse – been spending more time than usual experimenting in the...
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Olivia Issa
- May 6, 2020
- 4 min
DIY Lounge Pants - Last Minute Mother's Day Gifts
With so much time spent at home, it's important to take advantage of the time to wear comfortable clothes! That's why I decided to make...
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Olivia Issa
- May 3, 2020
- 3 min
D.I.Y. Sleep Mask & Free Pattern - Last Minute Mother's Day Gifts
We've all been there – school or work gets busy, sleep deprivation kicks in, and you're suddenly realizing it's 12 hours until Mother's...
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Olivia Issa
- May 1, 2020
- 1 min
Kendall Top: Part 1/2 of the Low-Waste Jeans Upcycle
Slowly but surely, I've been trying to take this time at home to revamp my wardrobe using mostly materials I already have. While a big...
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Olivia Issa
- Apr 30, 2020
- 3 min
Easy D.I.Y. Scrunchie from Hair Tie
I started with one scrunchie last week in an attempt to spice up an all-black outfit. And I haven't been able to stop making them since....
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Olivia Issa
- Apr 24, 2020
- 5 min
Button-Back Ruffle Top
Spring weather calls for light, airy tops with delicate details like this ruffle-hem, button-back top! Follow this step-by-step tutorial...
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Olivia Issa
- Apr 23, 2020
- 2 min
Easy D.I.Y. Free People Tote Knockoff
Years ago, a friend lent me a bag she had gotten from Free People instead of a paper or plastic bag with her purchase. It had soft blue...
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Olivia Issa
- Apr 19, 2020
- 2 min
Easy D.I.Y. Expandable Headband
This easy headband is flatteringly full and fits comfortably and securely with an elastic that sits at the back of the head. Featured...
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Olivia Issa
- Apr 17, 2020
- 3 min
Simple Wrap Skirt Tutorial and Free PDF Pattern
Wrap skirts are possibly the perfect first project if there ever was one! Never used a printable pattern before? Follow along to learn how!
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Olivia Issa
- Apr 15, 2020
- 3 min
Machine Sewn D.I.Y. Face Mask + Free Printable Pattern
Hospitals and companies around the world are running out of face masks for the essential workers that are risking their health every day...
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Olivia Issa
- Apr 9, 2020
- 3 min
Easy D.I.Y. Face Mask for Beginners
While bandanas and other no-sew options work to protect you from spreading germs to others, they're not really protecting you from...
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Olivia Issa
- Apr 6, 2020
- 8 min
Getting Started Sewing: Setting up your Machine & Two Essential Seam Patterns
So you’re interested in learning how to sew. Great! Knowing how to sew opens so many doors to your creative potential; from d.i.y....
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