Detroit-born artist Ronda J. Smith makes pillows in every neat little shape you can imagine: cat pillows, camera pillows, pillows of ferris wheels... These designs were created by combining her two favorite things, photography and sewing. She takes the her photographs, prints them on fabric, and sews them into cushions. Her shop, In The Seam displays her special creations that are available for purchase. You can even request a custom print. ... Read More

  Are you an aspiring fabric designer? Put your work up on Pinterest to enter Bernina's contest! The grand prize winner will receive a sick new Bernina 710 sewing machine, custom runs of the winning fabric, a chance for fabrics manufacturer Benartex to review the design, and a feature on the WeAllSew blog. Runner-up prizes will also be awarded, including two Pinterest People’s Choice Winners. Click here for Steps to Enter. DO ... Read More

Finally! A straightforward tutorial on how to make one of these cute bottoms that I've always wanted but never can wear. These skirts have a great silhouette and are pretty much a spring essential. But the ones I've seen in stores are always too long or too short. As a tall, lanky lady, I wasted $50 on a short one before realizing I didn't really enjoy sitting on my bare ass in the subway. Whether you're short or tall, this guide is perfect ... Read More

  Just because you’re on the beach, that doesn’t mean you need to dress like a bum. Super comfy and chic, caftans are not only the perfect bathing suit cover, but they can also be easily dressed up for a night on the town.  Making your own custom caftan is a breeze. Get a breathable, cotton fabric that’s 60" wide, and measure from your shoulder down to your desired caftan length; double this measurement, adding ... Read More

Crafting gets a bad rep. Relegated to senior citizen homes and children's day camps, admitting a penchant for crafting in your twenties elicits confusion and discomfort from your peers. Sample reaction: "But, like, why would you make something when you could buy it at Target?!" Here at BUST, though, we think half the fun (or sometimes all of the fun!) in acquiring something new comes from doing it yourself. Thanks to the hundreds of ... Read More