I am getting lovely questions re. my free sewing tutorial for what is commonly called the 'Bina Wrap’ or 'Bina Brianca Wrap' and what I call ‘my kind-a cardigan’. (You guys are a creative bunch!) Since it is such a perfect Fall fashion top to have, I thought to share...
Cardigan Like a Bina Brianca Wrap is Must-have Womens Top
Whatever you might call this garment, I love it! Some call it the Bina Brianca wrap, or Bina wrap for short. I like to give Bina Brianca credit, but that would not be fair on the many ancient civilizations around the world who have been wearing this wrap garment for...
How to Wear a Triangle Shawl: 7 Ways to Wrap Your Knitwear
How to Wear a Triangle Shawl - 7 Ways to Wrap Your Knitwear. I just finished knitting, and wonder how to wear your new triangle shawl? You're not alone. Lots of knitters and crocheters can be a tat shy. Well, let's come out in the open with your beautiful new piece...
Triangle Wrap Knitting Pattern + Linky Party
Over the holidays I had the delight of having my pretty niece over and found her willing to model a triangle scarf hoodie that I designed recently. Here are some photos showing the various ways the scarf can be worn: as a glamorous hoodie, as country-walk wrap and as...
Bina Wrap Pattern Extra: How to Roll Edges
:: This free video sewing tutorial on 'How to Hand-roll Fabric Edges' is a Bina Wrap Pattern Supplement. Following the video is our FALL FASHION LINKY PARTY :: One of my darling readers wrote …. She suggested to add this free video tutorial by Hermes.com to our free...
All you need is a cool White Summer Dress
With this cool white pleated summer dress free sewing pattern, summer living is ever so relaxed ! Here’s a fun weekend project for you to hone your sewing skills and get ready for summer too: learn how to make this romantic pleaded summer dress for you. Find...
DIY Baby Bib Pattern
:: Fun and Handy DIY baby bib pattern :: As any new mom can tell you, you can never have enough baby bibs - they are handy for nursing and feeding and add an extra layer of cuteness to a baby outfit. While plastic crumbcatchers may seem most practical, I always...
Triangle Shawl Knitting Pattern with Tassels and Cross – doubles as Scarf or Hoodie
This trendy triangle shawl knitting pattern is as much a trendy bulky scarf as it is an elegant bulky shawl with fringe. Exert your personal style by finish your scarf off with your personal statement. Several examples of optional details with patterns/tutorials are...
About Rose, Touring through Blogland
Hello everyone! Today, I'm participating in a tour through Blogland and hope you enjoy the tour with me. I was invited by Tammy from OneMoreTimeEvents.com. I discovered Tammy and her wonderful home decorating style through our linky party. She posted a simple...
Felt Bows!! Free Pattern + Tutorial
Felt is one of the oldest fabrics known to man. So, for old time sake then, a Felt Crafts Tutorial today: how to make hair bows out of felt. Here is a simple felt bow making tutorial. Once you made your own felt bow, you can use it to embellish just about anything. I...
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Hi! Welcome to my FineCraftGuild pattern shop! I design patterns that are fun, fast and easy to make. Here are my latest knitting patterns, plus a few crochet & sewing patterns - all to make beautiful personal accessories, fashionable clothes, and...
Bangle Summer Dress – Make this Free Easy Sewing Pattern
The list of free sewing patterns for summer dresses is slowly growing…. Here’s another fabulous one for you, a bangle summer dress, that you can make with this free easy sewing pattern. This bangle dress is really simple and can be sewn in an hour. Now, what's really...
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