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Sew a Game Day Outfit Jean Jacket with an Upcycled Team Jersey

Let’s sew some NFL game day fashion! For this DIY, I’m using a denim jean jacket vest and an old

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November 5, 2025 · by: Cathie Filian

Fabric Tour at Michaels Craft Store

I popped into my local Michaels Craft store to check out the fabric selections! I love all the character prints

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February 28, 2025 · by: Cathie Filian

DIY Thrifted Disney Outfit Minnie Mouse Vest Easy Sewing

Today, I’m sharing another thrift shop makeover. This adorable Minnie Mouse jean vest started out as two thrift shop pieces.

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July 18, 2024 · by: Cathie Filian

Make Custom Disney Outfits! Easy Heart Appliqué Dresses (or t-shirts) for our Disneyland Day!

Here is an easy heart appliqué with adorable Minne Mouse fabric. If you are looking to create custom t-shirts or

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March 27, 2023 · by: Cathie Filian

No Sew Stranger Things T-Shirt Pillow

Calling all “Stranger Things” fans! I have an easy tutorial video to share with you. I’m making no-sew t-shirt pillows

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January 13, 2023 · by: Cathie Filian

Sewing Universal Monsters Dress – Trip to Universal Studios Hollywood – Simplicity 1080

Celebrating the reopening of Universal Studios Hollywood with a little sewing project that plays tribute to my favorite Universal Monsters

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May 28, 2021 · by: Cathie Filian

How to Sew T-Shirt Pillows with Old Tees ~ Halloween Decor

Today, I have a quick video showing how to make a pillow with an old T-Shirt. This is a super

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November 1, 2020 · by: Cathie Filian

How to sew a Face Mask with Ties and a Filter Pocket

Hello! Today, I’m sharing a pattern I made for creating a face mask with ties and a pocket filter. I

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March 26, 2020 · by: Cathie Filian

How to make a Dia de los Muertos Dress from a Bandanna for Day of the Dead

Today, Sophia and Delilah will be celebrating Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) in their classes. Last year,

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November 1, 2019 · by: Cathie Filian

Handmade School T-Shirts with Avery Transfers

We are kicking off Red Ribbon Week at school today and that means today is wear your school tee or

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October 21, 2019 · by: Cathie Filian

Creative Juice 813: Beach Towel Roll, DIY Wine Beach Table, Hummus Recipe, Homemade Bagel Chips

On this episode of Creative Juice on HGTV, we invite you to catch a wave of craftiness as we take

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June 20, 2019 · by: Cathie Filian

How to Sew a Card Table Cover

Oh my gosh….. I joined the PTA board and now I have created projects for myself…. LOL. We are hosting

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June 8, 2019 · by: Cathie Filian

Ice Cream Dress Tee Shirt Appliqué Sewing

Time for another tee shirt mashup makeover! I’ll be showing you the step-by-step process on how to do a quick

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April 6, 2019 · by: Cathie Filian

Delilah’s Day of the Dead T-Shirt Mash-Up

Delilah is celebrating her first Dia de los Muertos. She is in a Spanish immersion kindergarten / school. Yesterday they

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November 2, 2018 · by: Cathie Filian

LA Textile Show Behind the Scenes

Last week, I attended the LA Textile Show in Downtown Los Angeles. It was such a treat to see so

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October 10, 2018 · by: Cathie Filian

DIY School Uniform Hacks

School Uniform Sewing Hacks I have a few uniform hacks that will transform your plain boring uniforms into something with

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August 25, 2017 · by: Cathie Filian

How to Sew a Kids Teepee

Watch and Learn how to sew a kids teepee! The whole gang will love this mini teepee that’s perfect for

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July 2, 2017 · by: Cathie Filian

3 Star Wars Fashion Projects: Pillowcase Dress, Necklace and T-shirt

My sister had a Star Wars party to celebrate my nephew turning 4. So of course, I needed to. Ok,

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December 13, 2016 · by: Cathie Filian

DIY Felt Crowns for Delilah’s Frozen Party

I knew that I wanted the kids to each have a crown or tiara for Delilah’s Frozen party. I also

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November 7, 2015 · by: Cathie Filian

Handmade 4th of July Dress for Miss S. from McCall’s M6912

Miss S’s first 4th of July is just around the corner so like any new mom I wanted to get

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June 19, 2014 · by: Cathie Filian

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