Daniela Gutierrez-Diaz
Clothing Designer
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Co-authored Articles (16)
How to Make 4 Different Types of Baby Wrap Carriers
Make and wear a homemade wrap for your newborn or babyWearing your baby in a sling can help free up your hands, allowing you to keep your baby close while still getting a few things done. There are plenty of commercial b...
How to
Sew Sleeves
Learn how to sew sleeves on sewn or unsewn garmentsSewing sleeves onto a body piece may seem like a difficult process, but it is much easier than you might think. There are 2 basic methods for attaching sleeves: sewing s...
How to
Adjust the Tension on a Sewing Machine
Having proper tension on your sewing machine is crucial because it ensures your stitching will be consistent and look the same on both sides. But, as important as correct tension is, even well versed sewers avoid the te...
How to
Start a Sewing Machine
Sewing machines do vary a bit from model to model, so if you happen to have your manual handy, you may want to check that out -- it will likely have more specific instructions tailored to your particular machine. If you ...
4 Easy Ways to Cut a Large T Shirt So It Looks Better on You
Give your baggy shirt a stylish makeover with these simple tutorialsIf you have an oversized shirt that you wish looked different, don't throw it away! There are lots of ways to convert a baggy, oversized T-shirt into so...
How to
Sew a Tiered Skirt
Tiered skirts may seem like complex sewing projects, but they are easier to make than you might think. You can even make a tiered skirt without a pattern. Tiered skirts look great on kids because of the bright colors and...
Your Guide to Shrinking a Shirt to the Perfect Size
Shrinking a loose shirt is easy with our comprehensive guideIt can be frustrating when you have a shirt that you really like, but you can’t wear it because it is too big on you. However, there are some ways that you ca...
How to
Make a Muppet Style Puppet
You can make your own muppet-style puppet like the lovable characters that star on the Muppets Show and Sesame Street. A muppet-style puppet has a big foam head and a movable mouth, that opens and closes to look like it�...
How to
Make a Bucket Hat
Bucket hats are a trendy accessory that can complete just about any outfit. They are also pretty handy at protecting your hair from the sun. Instead of running off to the store and buying one, why not make you own? They ...
How to
Cut a Shirt Into a Crop Top
Upcycle your old t-shirts and rock that mid driftCrop tops are cute tops that can be worn in warmer weather, with or without another layer on top. They are very easy to make yourself using old or unwanted shirts you alre...
How to
Cut a Shirt
Learning how to cut a shirt will give you a trendy way to modernize a bland t-shirt collection. Many stores sell shirts that are pre-cut, and many of them are expensive. This article will teach you ways to cut a shirt to...
Cute & Easy Ways to Craft Homemade Barbie Clothes
Whether you're a doll collector yourself or have a little one who loves Barbies, one fact remains universal: Barbie clothes can be expensive (and easy to lose!). How are you supposed to keep your Barbies dressed to the n...
How to
Alter a Shirt
Shirts that are too large can be unflattering, but there’s no reason to get rid of a shirt just because it is a little baggy. If you have a button-down shirt or t-shirt that is too big for you, then you can alter your ...
How to
Thread a Necchi Sewing Machine
Necchi was an Italian company that began in 1919 shortly after the end of World War I. Their 20th Century sewing machines are still popular among sewing enthusiasts, but by the 1980s production of domestic Necchi sewing...
How to
Shrink Preshrunk Shirts
If you've ever had a shirt that was just a little too big for you, you know how helpful shrinking it can be! Most cotton or cotton-blend shirts sold nowadays are pre-shrunk, but don't worry, you can still shrink most nat...
How to
Turn an Oversized T Shirt Into a Hot Mini Dress
If you have an oversized shirt that you wish were smaller, don't throw it away! One way to salvage the t-shirt into a fun, flattering item of clothing is to turn it into a flirty mini-dress. The most popular way to do t...
