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How to : Create a Custom Tool Roll

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With Father’s day approaching I thought it would be fun to create a sewing tutorial for a custom tool roll. Yes, there are several options to purchase but just because a gift is handmade does not mean it is “cheap”. If anything it is often more expensive in this mass merchant society. Why not practice your sewing skills while creating the perfect one of a kind gift for the tool lover in your life. Most tool rolls off the shelf are not as practical as they could be, slots are either too big or too small and rarely roll up without excessive bulk.

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Buttons & Hook and eye Closures | Beginner

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Back in high school I remember my favorite pair of pants button falling off through the mid school day. It was odd since the rivet on the jeans only popped off the top circle portion rather than the entire thing. After trying to press it back on, I scrambled to find anything to keep them closed until lunch when I could change. Eventually, my friend found a safety pin to temporarily fix the situation. It was beyond embarrassing even though only a couple people knew. Now I always keep safety pins in my purse, backpack, car, literally everywhere.

Learn how to fix a broken button on your pants with tips I learned from fashion school. This tutorial is for beginner level sewers, it’s easier than you think. Also, find out how to add extra security to your pants with a hidden hook and eye closure for those pairs you love a little too much.

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DIY Knot Scrunchies |Easy

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After my usual window shopping or shall I say internet browsing, I usually find something that is cute yet too expensive to justify purchasing. This happened to be one of those times, instead of just laughing and clicking out I thought why not try to make my own. At Alo Yoga this scrunchie is selling for $12.00 which is a bit pricy as it only includes one.

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