Sevi Designs

Tutorials for your handmade Biz

Okay, this tutorial link post is dedicated to items for a handmade biz.

Owning and running a handmade biz can get pretty pricey.

You need business cards,  sewn items need labels, etc.

If your already crafty why not do some of these things yourself?

Some of these things are just too easy not to do yourself.

First off is the inspiration for this post:

How to Make Your Own Hang Tags

from Saltwater Kids.

This is seriously an awesome idea, for reals!

Here is an Eco Friendly option from Handmade News

Crafting  A Green World shows you several Eco Friendly Tag options:

Labels are another need for sewn items. They can be super pricey.

Here are several different label options how to’s

Ribbon Label from Silly Gilly

Twill Tape Labels from Patchwork Pottery

Fabric Labels from Sew Take a Hike

Packaging is also something to think about.

I warp my goods in tissue paper and seal with a custom label that says Thank You and my biz name.

There are so many amazing packaging ideas.

Some depend on the type of item you make and sell.

Here are a few cool ideas for different products.

Magdoline shows us how to wrap Soaps.

Daniellexo gives you an array of packaging ideas on The Storque

Hmmmm, something to definitely work on.

#1 MUST HAVE for any biz big or small…..Business Cards.

Epheriell Designs shows you how to make your own with a “FLIP”

Crafting A Green World gives multiple options that are Crafty, Thrifty & Eco Friendly.

You can also use the Hang Tag Tutorial from the beginning of this post to make business cards.

Hope this post was helpful to someone!

Enjoy

Tutorial Link Up

It’s that time again for some super fabulous Tutorial Links

My to do list will never end at the point, but that’s okay with  me.

Just click on the pic to be taken to the blog with the tutorial.

Here’s another great dress tutorial from Create & Delegate I HAVE to try.

Still need to get some crochet skillz.

I still adore this Crochet Baby hat from Aesthetic Nest.

I love stuffies, and especially adore this Octupus from Melly & Me.

{Via Moda Bake Shop}

How about making a sweet fabric & felt album from Dear Lizzy?

Don’t you just love ruffles? I sure do!

Check out the Delia Dress from Baby Night Boutique.

Here is another cute dress from The Train to Crazy.

What other kind of tutorials would you like me to post?

I know not everyone sews, so I’d like to keep an eye out for things YOU would like to make too.

I can’t wait to post pics from the beach. I took so many and alot of editing needs to be done.

The whole family had a fantastic trip.  It wore us all out though.

I am recouping from all the fun in the sun.

Funny how vacations {with children} seem to make you more tired in the end.

But it’s totally worth it

Shirring

I tried my hand at shirring for the first time today.

It did not turn out as well as I had hoped

See what I mean?

The front is not wide enough.

My mistake was cutting arm holes.

Ya live in ya learn

The same evening I decided I was going to get it right, and end up with a cute dress!!

This time was a much smoother process.

With better effects, see?

Up close and personal

and a matching hair clip!

Apparently I am obsessed with rosettes…..LOVE THEM!

I also adore scrap booking brads and my glue gun, ooohh and ribbon.

Another beach outfit made by me, and ready to go!

IF you haven’t tried shirring you really should.

It’s pretty easy, and looks awesome.

Ruffles & Stuff has a great tutorial on how to do shirring HERE.

DO IT!

The end.

Ever-growing….

I have a few more projects to link to. I found these after my post yesterday.

You know your loving all of the links

Here is one I am SO excited to try..you really have no idea!

Interchangeable Flip Flops from Make It and Love It

Yep , yep this one os a MUST do! I live in flip flops for as long as I can.

&

Spring Ruffle Tank from Fiesty Finch

Ruffles are so HOT right now

&

Owlivia form Moda Bake Shop

Cause she’s cute as can be!

The Pebbles Skirt for Positively Splendid

Quick Tip-Crawling Dress Fix from Prudent Baby

Fantastic idea for the girlie wee one’s.

Okay, that is all for this week, I think.

Remember to stop by tomorrow for another fabulous giveaway!

Crafty Links Round Two

Here is another round of Tutorial Links to keep you busy

If you missed round one check out my last post.

Enjoy!

Bias Tape Tote from Belle Epoque

(Pic via Flickr Group)

Kindle Bag From Junie Moon

Diaper Changing Pad from Sew Take a Hike

Rag Bracelet from It’s a Hodge Podge Life

Bleach Stenciled Shirts from Homemaker

Rose Petal Tutu from Candice Creations

Trey’s Owl from Toad’s Treasures

Crochet Garden Tie Backs from Cherry Heart

T-Shirt Tuxedo Dress from MaryJanes and Galoshes

Recycled Roses Wreath form Alisa Burke

Scrap Buster Banner from V and Co.

Ruffle Bib from Smile and Wave

JCrew Asymmetrical Ruffle Tee Knock Off from Adventures in Dressmaking

Embroidered Clutch from Maggie Makes

Easy Headband from Calico

Anthro Inspired Necklace form Miss Priss

Sweetheart Pin Cushion from Happy Together

Now I am off to focus on projects and products I need to sew.

Have a great weekend.

Monday a new giveaway will be posted for my new blog  sponsor

Cotton Blossoms.

Things to Make-Crafty Links

It’s been a while since I have posted Tutorial links.  Since the last time there have been TONS of great tutorials posted on numerous blogs.

Here are a few(well more than a FEW) of the crafy ideas I want to try.

I think you should too!

(click on the pic to go to the site for instructions)

Simple Play Dress from Emily Sparks Blog

“BE” Sign from I Am Momma-Hear Me Roar!

Tissue Pom Poms from The Fab Miss B

Scrappy Clutch from An Igloo

Blooming Fabric Flower Pin from Blue Cricket Designs

Girls Knit Layered Skirt from Make It and Love It

Split Swirl Skirt from Crap I’ve Made

DIY Flower Hair Clip from Prudent Baby

Reversible Handbag from Tea Rose Home

One Hour Sundress from An Igloo

Antique Lace Ruffle Pillow

Hobo Sack from MADE

Refashion a Tee into a Toddler skirt

Cardboard Decorative Letters from Craft eNVy

Growing Like a Weed Heat Pack from The Rubber Punkin

Loft Inspired Ruffle Tank from Ruffles and Stuff

Weekend Tote from Calico

Pillow with Ties from Make It and Love It

Bib Onsie from Ashley Ann

Family Values Canvas from Brown Paper Packages

These should keep you busy for a while  ;-)

Hopefully you have found something to inspire you to craft this weekend.

Have a good one!!

Hedgehog Applique

Have you appliqued before? If you have, have you appliqued anything lately?  I have! Woodland animals are very popular these days.  It’s undeniable why…the cuteness!! I recently made a set of woodland animal glass tile pendants.  Included in the set are an owl, deer, bird, and hedgehog.  The hedgehog is just so cute. I HAD to make an appliqued tee from it.  I searched the Internet high and low looking for a free hedgehog applique download with no luck.  But I found a card with a hedgehog on it.  So, I begged hubby to sketch it for me so it was big enough to use for an applique.

He obliged, and I made this!

I think it came out so cute.

Aside from the droopy nose..ha!

It was a  really easy and fun project.

I used Amy Butler fabric for the body, and muslin for the face.

A ribbon rose,  bead for the eye, and button nose were hand stitched on.

How would you like to make one of your own?

Click HERE and you can download the pattern for free

If you do use the pattern please link back, and show me what you did!

I also sketched a bird (myself) and will be trying that out  next.

If it comes out cute I will definitely share.

Oh and a little shop update…

Some new colors for ruffle scarfs.

(which are light weight enough to wear through Spring)

Hopefully I will have some listed by the beginning of next week.

Winners of Izzy and Ivy Giveaway to be announced tomorrow.

Have a good night!!