{"id":4481,"date":"2009-12-08T13:38:15","date_gmt":"2009-12-08T19:38:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/thelandofka.com\/?page_id=4481"},"modified":"2014-11-03T10:00:43","modified_gmt":"2014-11-03T16:00:43","slug":"tutorials","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/thelandofka.com\/?page_id=4481","title":{"rendered":"{ Sewing Tutorials }"},"content":{"rendered":"
I have written a few tutorials for some of the designs I have drafted for my kids or myself. \u00a0Some of the tutorials are .pdf files, and you will need Adobe Reader to read them.\u00a0 It is a free program you can download from the Internet if you need it.\u00a0\u00a0 These are picture heavy, so be patient if a takes a bit to load.\u00a0 I wanted them to be fairly descriptive.<\/h5>\n
These are tutorials,\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>so it gives you a basic description of how to make them. \u00a0I am not a pattern drafter. \u00a0I can draft for myself and my kids, but that is because the previous referenced bodies are within the range of my measuring tape.<\/h5>\n
These are all for non-commercial use.\u00a0 Please ask my permission to use my designs or artwork in a commercial capacity.\u00a0 I mean, I know you can totally steal them without me knowing, but I’d like to be aware.\u00a0 Taking and using any pictures of my kids is a definite NO-NO, though.<\/h5>\n
Also remember…they are free and you get what you pay for it. \u00a0I tried to make them descriptive, but I have been sewing for awhile so I may leave steps\u00a0out that I think everyone should know. \u00a0Sorry…I don’t spend hours and hours checking and double checking for perfection. \u00a0If you have questions, I am perfectly willing to answer them (stacy at thelandofka dot com).<\/h5>\n

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LADIES TUTORIALS<\/h3>\n

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Infinity Scarf with Leather Snapped Closure<\/h4>\n

This tutorial is for a scarf using woven, velveteen and leather. \u00a0You can use any manner of fabric for the scarf, but with this I would suggest non-stretch fabrics.<\/h4>\n

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My Favorite Skirt<\/h4>\n

This tutorial is for my skirt that I make often.\u00a0 Two pattern pieces, no darts, no zippers, etc.\u00a0 It takes about an hour and a little over a yard for my size.<\/h4>\n

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Cross Front Sleeveless Top for Women<\/h4>\n

This tutorial discusses how to draft a pattern from a RTW shirt and make a nice summer top.<\/h4>\n

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Maxi Skirt with Wide Waistband<\/h4>\n

Just a quick tutorial on how to make a knit maxi skirt with a wide elastic waistband (it is kind of in the middle of the post).<\/h4>\n

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Maxi Dress Tutorial<\/h4>\n

Tutorial on making a maxi dress with a blousey top, wide waistband and fitted bottom that flares out.<\/h4>\n

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KIDS\/BABIES TUTORIALS<\/h3>\n

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Mei Tai (Asian Baby Carrier)<\/h4>\n

This tutorial is for making Mei Tai baby carriers.\u00a0 I have made probably 55-60 of these carriers and most babies like them.\u00a0 I had two, one in the car and one to use at home.\u00a0 These carriers are so comfortable, and learn to use the back carry.\u00a0 You can get stuff done and your little one gets to be close to Mommy (or Daddy)…and they may even take a nap while you are doing your laundry!<\/h4>\n

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Halter Sundress with shirred back<\/h4>\n

This tutorial is for making a halter top sundress with an elasticized shirred back and a full skirt.<\/h4>\n

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Asian-inspired cross-front woven dress<\/h4>\n

This tutorial and pattern (size 5T) shows how to make a woven cross front dress with snaps.<\/h4>\n

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Twirly skirt with shorts underneath<\/h4>\n

This tutorial shows how to make a twirl skirt, a twirl skirt with shorts underneath and a detachable pouch.<\/h4>\n

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Double Layered Twirly Girly Skirt<\/h4>\n

This tutorial shows how to make an adorable double layered drop waist skirt. It includes instructions for adding an applique to a shirt, as well.<\/h4>\n

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Scalloped Hem Circle Skirt with Pockets<\/h4>\n

This tutorial shows how to make a drop waist circle skirt with a panel at each side that has pockets and a scalloped edge hem.<\/h4>\n

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Tankini swimsuit for little girl<\/h4>\n

This tutorial shows how to make a tankini swimsuit for a small child.\u00a0 This is for those parents that want to have a hoochie-less two piece suit for their little girl.\u00a0 I need to update this tutorial, as there is a better way to do the top.\u00a0 This gives you an idea of how it can be constructed, though.<\/h4>\n

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Twirly Woven and Knit Summer Dress<\/h4>\n

This tutorial shows how to make a dress that mixes wovens with knits.\u00a0 It gives the basic measurements for a size 7 dress.\u00a0 It also shows how to make the yoyo clip.<\/h4>\n

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Basics of upcycling<\/h4>\n

This tutorial just walks you through upcycling some adult women’s clothes into a top and pants for the girl child.<\/h4>\n

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\u00a0Cascading front knit cardigan<\/h4>\n

This shows how to draft a knit cardigan with the large drape for the collar. \u00a0This shows how to do a kid sized one, but you can draft it for an adult, as well.<\/h4>\n

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\u00a0Baby Blanket with Minky (a.k.a. Cuddle Fleece), Flannel and Satin Binding<\/h4>\n

This tutorial shows how to put together a plush baby blanket. \u00a0Sorry that the pictures are a bit dark. \u00a0I had just gotten a new monitor and it was set to super bright, so I thought the pictures were lighter than they were.<\/h4>\n

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Chiffon Ruffled Dress<\/h4>\n

This doesn’t have a step by step, with a picture at each step, description. \u00a0It does go through how to make this dress and has a collage of pictures. \u00a0This wasn’t the easiest dress to make, but it was much cheaper than the $200 inspiration dress.<\/h4>\n

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High-low top<\/h4>\n

This tutorial goes through how to draft a high-low top, in addition to some tips for sewing for a tween.<\/h4>\n

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OTHER “STUFF” TUTORIALS<\/h3>\n

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Lens Cozy<\/h4>\n

This tutorial is for making a soft cover for you DSLR lens, so you can “throw” it in your purse or a bag when you are on the go without your camera bag.<\/h4>\n

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DSLR Camera Strap Cover<\/h4>\n

This tutorial shows how to make a cover for a DSLR camera strap.\u00a0 It includes instructions for adding a shirred lens cap pocket and pockets for two memory cards.<\/h4>\n

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A\u00a0Fabric Filled Cushion<\/h4>\n

This tutorial shows the steps to make a basic cushion that is filled with fabric scraps.\u00a0 An eco way to recycle something that would otherwise go unused!<\/h4>\n

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