Chhaya Mehrotra Blog

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Apr 20 2025

Crochet Elf on the Shelf Clothes: Delight Your Elf with Unique and Charming Creations

Starting in the same stitch, 1 sc, increase in the next stitch, 1 sc, increase, 1 sc, 2 hdc, 1 hdc, 2 hdc, 1 hdc, 2 hdc, 1 sc, increase, 1 sc, increase, 1 sc.

Apr 20 2025

Embroidery Kit for Clothes: Discover the Best Kits for Clothing Embroidery

Beautiful Floral Pattern Design There are 3 colorful realistic embroidery patterns with bees, flowers and leaves, which complete with embroidery hoop, is a gorgeous botanical embroidery for.

Apr 20 2025

Sew Barbie Clothes: Unleash Your Creativity and Make Unique Outfits for Your Barbie

But before we move to a new piece, here is one good Barbie bodice sewing pattern template from Pinterest, that can be of use if you re more used to sewing with patterns.

Apr 22 2025

Find Adorable Crochet Patterns to Create Custom Outfits for Your Barbie Dolls

Rnd 6 Working in front loop, double crochet in each of next 6 double crochet, chain 6, skip3 double crochet, double crochet in each of 9 double crochet, chain 6, Double crochet in last 7 double crochet, chain 3, turn.

Apr 22 2025

Sewing Vintage Clothes: Techniques, Tips, and Inspiration for Upcycling and Restoration

The 1950s was the height of ladylike fashion, and dresses and skirts pulled away from the boxier, military-inspired shapes of the 1940s and focused instead on creating a softer and rounded silhouette.

Apr 25 2025

Mending with Embroidery: Repairing and Embellishing Clothes for a Sustainable Wardrobe

Pins and a pincushion for quick and easy access You ll need pins to hold any patches in place while you sew, and also to hold pieces of fabric in the right position while you repair tears.

Apr 26 2025

Knitted Fabric Clothes: Comfort and Style in Every Stitch for a Cozy Look

However, deciding which knitted fabric type is for the warmest and comfiest sweater made of, or which knitted type is the most appropriate for a particular knitting project that you re planning to perform, can sometimes get hard.

Apr 27 2025

Dress Up Your Dolls: Crochet Patterns for 18 Inch Dolls

From cozy sweaters and delicate dresses to trendy hats, scarves, and even tiny handbags, the crochet patterns we are featuring today offer endless opportunities for customization.

May 3 2025

Discover the Best Sewing Machine for Your Clothing Projects: A Complete Guide

If you re buying a machine for garment construction, you want an excellent straight stitch, speed, durability, and the ability to easily backstitch, says Lillis Taylor, CFO of Bib Tucker Sew-Op.

May 7 2025

Free 18 Doll Clothes Sewing Patterns: Make Adorable Outfits for Your Dolls!

Printable patterns for 18 doll clothes offer a variety of cute outfit designs, allowing enthusiasts and crafters to tailor unique and stylish apparel for their dolls.