Do you love our detailed tutorials?
Then welcome to our new show—MADE Everyday, with Dana!…where it all comes to life.
We’re going to help you make everyday items you’ll love and use.
Because life is busy…for all of us. So I like projects that come together quickly and have big payoff.
Come create and sew with me!
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HOW TO MAKE A PILLOW or CUSHION WITH PIPING ATTACHED – Let’s combine your skills: Pillows + Piping together! I’ll show you a cool trick for making the piping AS you sew it to the pillow.
HOW TO MAKE A CIRCLE SKIRT– Circle skirts are fun to wear no matter what age you are! They twirl, they look adorable, and….they’re easy to make. We’ll do some simple math to create our pattern and then sew it together with a simple elastic waistband.
HOW TO MAKE A BIRTH DAY HOSPITAL GARLAND – Garlands are simple and fun! And lately, I’ve been making them for my friends to take to the hospital for the Birth Day of their baby. Wrap the garland around the baby bassinet or hang it above the hospital bed, and give your celebration some color! The nurses will be smiling for days.
HOW TO MAKE A DIAPER COVER, two ways – Diaper covers are the cutest thing—next to a baby’s bum, that is. I’ll show you two ways to make a simple diaper or nappy cover. PLUS I have a free pattern that goes along! (details here)
HOW TO MAKE A PAIR OF SHORTS OR PANTS, for any age – I’ll show you all the basics for sewing a pair of shorts for you kids, for your baby, or for YOU. Check the printable pattern that goes with this video HERE.
HOW TO MAKE AND USE PIPING – Piping is a fun trim that adds a 3D pop of color to your projects. Use it on a pocket, around a pillow, on a dress, and so much more.
HOW TO MAKE A CRIB OR TODDLER SHEET – The day I figured out how to make a crib sheet, is the day my life was changed. It’s so easy! And with so many cute fabrics out there, a simple sheet can transform your child’s room. So make one for your baby. Then make them as gifts for everyone you know!
HOW TO SEW A PILLOWCASE – If you want to learn to sew, or you’re just getting started, this is THE project for you. A pillowcase only takes 1 yard of fabric, and a few straight lines. I’ll show you two ways to make one with standard quilting cotton and with cozy fleece.
HOW TO SEW A PAIR OF LEGGINGS – I have a guest joining me!…and we’ll show you two ways to sew a pair of leggings for any age (babies up to adults). First we’ll sew on a standard sewing machine—and then we’ll sew on a serger.
HOW TO SEW A PENCIL SKIRT, IN 20 MINUTES – This is one of my favorite projects!…because it’s so easy, with big payoff. All your friends are going to think your skirt came from a store…and it only takes 20 minutes!
HOW TO SEW A LINED ZIPPER POUCH – Put your zipper skills to use! Let’s make simple, lined zipper pouches…and then you’ll want to make 10 more.
HOW TO SEW WITH KNIT FABRICS + HOW TO MAKE STRETCHY HEADBANDS – If you’ve ever been afraid to sew with knits, today is your day! Come watch and you’ll be sewing like a pro…on a standard sewing machine.
HOW TO MAKE EASY YARN POM POMS – The only tools you need to make cute pom poms are your fingers and scissors….and yarn, of course. Come pom with me!
HOW TO SEW A ZIPPER, TWO WAYS – Put your zipper fears behind you! I’ll show you two simple ways to sew a basic zipper.
HOW TO SEW A TOTE BAG, TWO WAYS – Learn to make a basic tote bag….then we’ll box out the sides and bottom to give it a polished look.
HOW TO TIE THE PERFECT BOW, EVERY TIME – This will change your life. I promise.
GO-TO BABY BLANKET – It’s my favorite blanket because it takes about 20 minutes to make! Sew one for your baby, as a gift, for a doll, ….even for a pet!
HOW TO SEW A SIMPLE SKIRT, TWO WAYS – single layer and double-layer
HOW TO SEW A BASIC T-SHIRT FOR KIDS AND ADULTS – sew one in just 4 simple steps!
PLACEMAT BIBS – turn a $1 placemat into a simple, darling, bib. Great for your kids; great for gifts!
TWO WAYS TO SEW A PILLOW – basic throw pillow and envelope pillow sham
HOW TO MAKE YARN LAMPSHADES, LANTERNS AND GLOBES – light a room or decorate a party with a classy spin on an old favorite
BIAS TAPE – Everything you need to know about bias tape and how to make your own. It’s my favorite item to have around the sewing room.
FRINGE GARLAND + CUPCAKE TOPPERS – Decorate your party using scraps of fabric! I’ll show you two simple projects.
RUFFLED STREAMERS – easy and perfect for any party or Cinco De Mayo!
