JUST GLOVELY!

Not sure if you know this (probably) but I really dig the 99c store.  When I used to ride a motorcycle (ok, scooter) I had about 50 pairs of knit gloves in the seat storage because my hands were always cold.   Plus, it's just a good idea to wear gloves when you ride.  In THE BIG ASS BOOK OF CRAFTS 2 I used those 99c store gloves for an entire chapter and this project is one of them.  Just because your knit gloves cost 99c, doesn't mean they can't look like that cost a fortune, right?!  

Here's what we're making!

Here's the how-to video (You're gonna luv it!)

Here's what you'll need:

Sewing machine

Matching thread

99c store knit gloves

Matching fabric (I used wool)

Scissors

Iron

Cut 2 pieces of fabric 12" x 18"

Fold one in half (matching the 12" edges) and stitch across it using 1/2" seam allowance

Fold it in half and press

Insert the glove matching the raw edges of the folded fabric to the cuff of the knit glove

Stretch the glove and stitch the cuff of the glove to the edge of your fabric

Turn right side out and repeat!

Love them!

From THE BIG ASS BOOK OF CRAFTS 2!

How to make a Scarf Neck Cardigan from a Long Sleeve T-Shirt!

Good morning, crafty people. It's another great Saturday for a new episode of Make Your Mark. Today, I'm showing you all how to turn a long sleeve t-shirt into a cool cardigan worthy of your fave department store. Best part? Simple stitching! This project is SEW EASY, you'll love it!  Here's what I made:

Full on!  Doesn't this look comfy?

A close-up of the neckline....I'm wearing this to the movies!

Here's What You'll Need:

Sewing Machine

Long Sleeve T-Shirt

Knit Fabric (1 Yard)

Scissors

Matching Thread

Fabric Chalk

Ruler

Straight Pins

Here's how:

1. Fold your t-shirt exactly in half.

2. Carefully cut up the center front of the t-shirt.

3. Trim around the neck.

4. Measure from hem to hem.

5. Cut a scarf that is 12" wide by 60" long

6. Pin the scarf evenly around the neckline, starting at the center back.

7. Continue pinning the scarf down the rest of the shirt's center / neckline.

8. Stitch the scarf to the neckline.

9. Make a pocket pattern, 4"x 6".

10. Trace and cut two pockets.

11. Fold over 1" on each pocket and pin.

12. Stitch down the fold.

13. Pin your pockets onto your cardigan.

14. Stitch your pockets onto the cardigan.

And that's it!

For TONS more ideas, make sure to grab a Mark Montano book with a heap more great DIY tutorials and ideas like this one. See all of the books and get the best price HERE!

How to Make a Beaded Zip Tie Necklace

Who doesn’t love beautiful, colorful necklaces? This project is perfect for kids and adults alike.  Grab those perler beads, you know, the beads that keep getting sucked into your vacuum, and get going! Since this necklace only requires a few items,  it’s definitely a rainy afternoon must-make.  If you want more DIY jewelry ideas, why not order your copy of the The Big Ass Book of Bling!
You'll love it!  Have fun.  xoxo, Mark

Try using just black and white!

See how to make them here!

From The Big Ass Book of Bling!