Easy sew projects, sew to sell ideas including DIY towel scrunchies 🧵

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  • Dust off the sewing machine, and let me share five easy sewing projects you can make for yourself or sell. Sewing to sell? Towel scrunchies ( or microfiber scrunchies) are really popular on Tik Tok. Let me share how to make some DIY towel scrunchies. I will also share how I made a pretty makeup headband, which would be great for wedding parties or girls' weekends. Want more beginner-friendly sewing ideas? Check out the playlist below.
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  • @karensaville913
    @karensaville913 Рік тому +16

    With yr over night curling strip you look like a medieval princess 👸

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому +2

      haha, it is definitely giving that vibe x

  • @kimberly5465
    @kimberly5465 25 днів тому +1

    These are fantastic ideas. So glad I'm not the only one who doesn't like the water going down the arms! I love that hair thing, I find it works well. I spent way too much on mine! Anyways, you're such a beauty! I also love the fabric choices. So pretty.

  • @patmillar961
    @patmillar961 Рік тому +9

    Catherine your definitely a girl of many talents and the fact u share the mistakes is very helpful. Had to giggle when u said 'who wants to wear leggings on their head' 😂. Such beautiful materials. Great video...well done and thank u 👍

  • @elizabethsteven9797
    @elizabethsteven9797 Рік тому +91

    Next time you go to the coffee shop get some of the stirring sticks and add them to your sewing kit. They are great for turning out tubes. ❤

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому +13

      Oooh that’s a brilliant must remember that next time 😍😍

    • @robinj56
      @robinj56 Рік тому +7

      The plastic ones are great to put a pipe cleaner through and make a little circle on the end. Great for getting dust out of your sewing machine around the bobbin case

    • @xoombug830
      @xoombug830 Рік тому +5

      Chopsticks work great, too! 🥢

    • @BeverleyGounard-Spry
      @BeverleyGounard-Spry Рік тому

      @@xoombug830 àQ

    • @xenahanly7748
      @xenahanly7748 Рік тому

      That's a fab idea x

  • @kimwhite823
    @kimwhite823 4 місяці тому +1

    I could listen to your voice and accent all day, love your videos, thank you.

  • @susanross1651
    @susanross1651 Рік тому +40

    I loved the hair advice, I’m 70 & I’m going to have a go with the loose curls 👍
    Also loved the garden cushion. You are very gifted.

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому +6

      I’m sure it’ll turn out fabulous 😍😍

    • @ritameza2961
      @ritameza2961 Рік тому +2

      Thank you for this variety video mind refresher of something good. Have a blessed weekend ❤

  • @marymanning5150
    @marymanning5150 Рік тому +8

    I paid £50 for a blanket like yours and few years later I gave to a charity shop. So wish I had kept it now.
    Catherine you are very talented.

  • @k-lani5364
    @k-lani5364 Рік тому +1

    I love your garden! And your accent too! Aloha from Hawaii!🌺

  • @petepietsch9422
    @petepietsch9422 Рік тому +6

    I love your chanel I have been enjoying for over a year now, your a wonderful and cheerful person. As a older woman it makes a difference.

  • @mcvieux
    @mcvieux Місяць тому

    Your hair looks so CUTE!!!

  • @susishearer9531
    @susishearer9531 Рік тому +26

    You are such a beautiful and talented young lady. I absolutely love the chair cushion. Everything you made looks so professional and beautiful.

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому +3

      It’s all trial and error 🥰 thanks for stopping by xx

  • @valerievalagator6780
    @valerievalagator6780 Рік тому +1

    That chair cushion looks so nice!

  • @mM-gl1rp
    @mM-gl1rp Рік тому +1

    Hello dear Catherine. 👋😊 I can't help but repeat myself. You are amazing, you have great ideas, inspirations.😊👌 Thanks for that. that you are . 🤗💝I wish you all the best and greet you with love Maťa from Slovakia 🇸🇰💕💕💕❤️🌼☘️

  • @peggytrujillo4484
    @peggytrujillo4484 Рік тому +2

    You are so creative! 👏🏻

  • @Jo.H.
    @Jo.H. Рік тому +2

    Great idea’s Catherine 😊have a lovely weekend

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому +1

      You too Jo, I hope its sunny this weekend for you x

  • @annickloiseau9173
    @annickloiseau9173 Рік тому +2

    Tout est trop mignon j'adore❤🇨🇵🇨🇵 de France

  • @petro3441
    @petro3441 Рік тому +5

    Thanks for the tips and tricks You look super smart with a headband. Can wear it with confidence.❤❤❤

  • @ersiliahowe2894
    @ersiliahowe2894 Рік тому +10

    👍🏻👍🏻These were easy and practical use projects made with your lovely choice of floral fabrics!!! Wonderful video!❤❤

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому

      Thanks so much 😊 I do LOVE a floral fabric x

  • @andreawalker7138
    @andreawalker7138 Рік тому +2

    I had my sewing machine fixed a while back but have been reluctant to use it (afraid it will break again). Now I'm inspired to 'get back at it'. Thanks!

  • @valeriesuttonpayne7413
    @valeriesuttonpayne7413 Рік тому +2

    Love those small prints use for your little rice bags. So pretty.

  • @sarahkinsey5434
    @sarahkinsey5434 Рік тому +1

    The cushions are a great way to use old pillows

  • @valeriemcgavin5545
    @valeriemcgavin5545 5 місяців тому

    First time viewer - just fabulous 😁. Great ideas delivered with a smile and lovely humour

  • @cherylmartin9994
    @cherylmartin9994 Рік тому +1

    Great sewing ideas! Love the Adirondack cushions🤩

  • @cactushuggah
    @cactushuggah Рік тому +1

    I love this video. Just what I was looking for... it's an odd rainy day here in Phoenix, and I wanted a project I could work on in my cozy sewing area, watching the rain fall outside. Thank you!

  • @lanaroberts1063
    @lanaroberts1063 Рік тому +3

    Love the chair cushion!! Great video! :)

  • @conniemorgan8402
    @conniemorgan8402 Рік тому +1

    Love the high lights around your face.. ❤️

  • @martajanas8292
    @martajanas8292 Рік тому +2

    I am highly interested in sewing sth like a towel after bath for your wet and soaky hair. It could help many. Thanks for your ideas☺

  • @ClaraSmith-kg7ge
    @ClaraSmith-kg7ge 2 місяці тому

    Such a useful and enjoyable video. Thanks for all the tips.

  • @tracyheath6076
    @tracyheath6076 Рік тому +1

    I have used bandanas for making the curls with the same method. I have actually worn the bandana in my hair like this while skating or going to town and have gone to town and have received compliments.

  • @maritaranda7782
    @maritaranda7782 Рік тому +1

    Love this ideas. Thank you for sharing 😊

  • @paulakoflynn3368
    @paulakoflynn3368 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for all those useful tips and the hair curling demo 👍❤ Catherine. Lovely video.

  • @conniesmith9989
    @conniesmith9989 Рік тому

    Hi from Texas. I love your pincushion in the video. Thank you for sharing 👌.

  • @christinaschrider1783
    @christinaschrider1783 Рік тому +1

    I love your ideas. I have family and friends who may be getting some scrunchies and a hairband.
    A tip for you... When you want to make something like your handles that are narrow and too difficult to turn, use your iron to press in your seam allowance on both sides, pin wrong sides together, and then topstitch your seam closed.

  • @santagreen7360
    @santagreen7360 Рік тому +6

    Wow ! Such a neat outdoor cushion idea 😍😍😍it turned out really beautifully, thanks for this clip. Loved the gentle colour range too

  • @carolynhoover9444
    @carolynhoover9444 Рік тому +1

    You are absolutely adorable ❤❤❤❤

  • @triplewinlin5576
    @triplewinlin5576 Рік тому +1

    You can hook the top cushion handle over the top wooden plank of the chair to keep it from sliding off the chair.

  • @kristinhughes5309
    @kristinhughes5309 Рік тому +2

    I wish I could find some of the beautiful floral prints in my fabric shop. ❤ Loved this video. ❤ Thank you again ❤

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому +2

      A lot of my fabric is the cut offs of dresses that I have shortened xxx

  • @tammyjohnson7401
    @tammyjohnson7401 Рік тому +2

    Catherine you have such great ideas that are easy to follow and create. Thank you

  • @kandyharris2195
    @kandyharris2195 Рік тому

    I'm not crafty , but I love watching your videos. See you on Sunday for the gardening videos.... ❤Happy Gardening 👩‍🌾

  • @Dee-Birdie
    @Dee-Birdie 7 місяців тому

    Hello from Maryland 😊 Ty great ideas

  • @anitaomalley2841
    @anitaomalley2841 Рік тому

    Your chair cushion is gorgeous if you do turn the fan bricks one from the back and one to the front it would’ve been reversible but so gorgeous as it is.

  • @JolovesDecor
    @JolovesDecor Рік тому +13

    Using all your ideas for Christmas gifts. ❤
    TIP - When using, and cleaning anything microfiber….(towels, cloths, mop heads, etc. ) never use bleach, fabric softener, or fabric sheets when you launder, as those items ruin the absorption of microfiber.
    I’ve learned this the hard way. I read on a microfiber mop pad when I bought never use those items…🤦🏻‍♀️ that’s why my stuff lost its absorption.

  • @sarahryanthestylecoach
    @sarahryanthestylecoach Рік тому

    I'm a beginner and I am finding your videos so useful! Thank you for producing them from a fellow Irish UA-camr :)

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому

      Glad you like them and find them helpful xxx

  • @annroberts5965
    @annroberts5965 Рік тому +7

    Always a pleasure to watch. What a wonderful idea for a lounge chair. One can find those quilted blankets at the thrift store sometimes. A little wear is not a problem. Simple straight sewing. This would also be great for kitchen chairs, just modify the design. Fabulous video Ms Catherine. Thank you. Ann from Va USA 🇺🇸

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому +1

      So happy you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching and commenting x

  • @JudithBrummett
    @JudithBrummett Рік тому +2

    if you sew over some inexpensive yarn or scrap fabric on the long tube you can use that to pull it right side out without using a safety pin or pulling with fingers. Great tutorial!

  • @shimmybottom
    @shimmybottom Рік тому +8

    When doing the cushion covers for the outside chairs, let me suggest a zipper instead of srwing it closed. Zippers aren't so difficult, it's going in a chair cushion, not a silk ball gown, and it will make care of the pillows so much easier for you. 🥰

  • @wifeykoel236
    @wifeykoel236 Рік тому +6

    Oh my gosh these are some fun ideas for this beginner. Your headband wrap is so cute and everything came out so great! Thank you for sharing your videos. Great job as usual. 😊

  • @frugalmrsolson1
    @frugalmrsolson1 Рік тому +1

    Those scrubbiest would be great when washing walls.

  • @sharonsunshine2532
    @sharonsunshine2532 Рік тому +1

    Oh great... lol I just purchased a set of these bands for washing my face. ❤ Well .. at least I now know how to make them. 😂❤

  • @TheRynarion
    @TheRynarion Рік тому +5

    Love your videos! You always make so beautiful and useful things. Greetings from Germany! ❤
    As for the elastics in scrunchies, I mark the lenght on the rubber band, pull it through, secure it at the marked point and then cut it off.😊

  • @nikkijohnson552
    @nikkijohnson552 Рік тому

    I love the hair curling tutorial! So cute! So clever!
    Fun video. Love your Irish accent too….

  • @staciefreeman4396
    @staciefreeman4396 Рік тому +1

    Love the projects, keep them coming! Cheeky thumbs up from Portland Oregon.

  • @sallyeve4044
    @sallyeve4044 Рік тому +3

    Oh, the cushions!! ❤❤❤

  • @christinabrooks5991
    @christinabrooks5991 Рік тому +1

    Everything you make is so pretty. Thank you. X

  • @Loriann3616
    @Loriann3616 Рік тому

    So so adorable!!! Thank you very much 💕

  • @diane.stewart537
    @diane.stewart537 Рік тому +3

    Great ideas. I love the chair cushions. Perfect for an afternoon getaway at home.

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому

      It’s perfect 😍😍 can’t beat some comfy time outside!

  • @harrieth7003
    @harrieth7003 Рік тому +1

    These are amazing! So many fab ideas. You’re the best. You’ve inspired me to make covers for our boring grey outdoor sofa cushions.

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому

      Aw so happy you made some covers! That gives me joy to hear x

  • @macevez
    @macevez Рік тому

    Love those garden cushions; beautiful fabric choice.

  • @MHtrendyFinds
    @MHtrendyFinds Рік тому

    Thanks!

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for your support!

    • @MHtrendyFinds
      @MHtrendyFinds Рік тому

      @@DaintyDiaries you’re welcome. You’re just lovely to watch. I have the hair curler thing in my hair right now. It’s 3 in the morning here. Thank u for showing how to use it! Keep doing great things. Marie in Virginia.

  • @iknowisuck6587
    @iknowisuck6587 Рік тому

    I just found your channel because I just got into sewing! Thank you for using inches for all your measurements!

  • @donnamullins2089
    @donnamullins2089 Рік тому

    Super projects. Love the chair cushions. Well I love everything. Thanks.

  • @barbarac3149
    @barbarac3149 Рік тому

    I love to sew. ❤

  • @sjerzgrl
    @sjerzgrl Рік тому

    Such great ideas! Loved your headband with your outfit! See you Sunday.

  • @juliederry3719
    @juliederry3719 Рік тому +1

    My favourite is the big cushion for the chair Catherine, love everything you made in this video, tfs x Julie

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому

      Thanks so much for watching and commenting Julie, have a lovely weekend x

  • @curban616
    @curban616 Рік тому

    In reference to your rice bags, I have migraines and I keep mine in the freezer and use them for my headaches..it is a blessing with the pain. Love your videos! ❤❤

  • @Loveofdolls11
    @Loveofdolls11 Рік тому

    Great video 💖

  • @nickic4561
    @nickic4561 Рік тому +2

    Hi Katherine to turn fabric inside out….
    1. Cut a square piece of timber for the base
    2. Buy a thin piece of dowel say 30cm tall
    3. Drill a hole in centre of timber base
    4. Using wood glue push dowel into hole.
    Makes turning long tubes of fabric quick and easy 😊x

  • @suekey8072
    @suekey8072 Рік тому +3

    Loving the cushion I am going to make one for my outdoor rocking chair thanks for showing how to do it ❤️

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому +1

      It’ll be perfect for your rocking chair 😍😍

    • @suekey8072
      @suekey8072 Рік тому +1

      @@DaintyDiaries I’m scared that I’ll never get out of it though lol

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому +1

      haha, that can happen x

  • @vickiegriffin9414
    @vickiegriffin9414 Рік тому

    Love everything ❤

  • @anniedavis4569
    @anniedavis4569 Рік тому +4

    I absolutely love your curling rod too. You’re so talented Catherine

  • @traceygartrell3419
    @traceygartrell3419 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for your inspiration

  • @apriljasso9731
    @apriljasso9731 11 місяців тому

    Omg you're so pretty!

  • @alisonmccallister1136
    @alisonmccallister1136 Рік тому +1

    I love it! I will definitely be making these for at least myself.

  • @robertapfau2355
    @robertapfau2355 Рік тому

    Love your videos!

  • @deirdreclinch6223
    @deirdreclinch6223 Рік тому +1

    loved this video :) the cushions are fab, perfect to pop in the car for a little sitdown and cuppa in the park :)

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому +1

      Thanks so much! 😊 I think the cushions are my fave x

  • @melissamiller2464
    @melissamiller2464 Рік тому

    you are a precious girl. I love your videos! Thank you

  • @teresawilliams1201
    @teresawilliams1201 Рік тому

    You always make me smile 😊

  • @jackieburnett6881
    @jackieburnett6881 Рік тому

    These are some cute ideas. I really liked the the fold cushion.

  • @lauramonkres8405
    @lauramonkres8405 Рік тому

    too cute presentation

  • @ourhumblehomediy
    @ourhumblehomediy Рік тому +1

    Would love to make the cushion blanket thingy at the end. So pretty and multi functional 🌸 You’re so sweet🌺

  • @donnarichey144
    @donnarichey144 11 місяців тому

    Just found you. I am 81 and you are so cute. Thank you for your amazing things you made.

  • @linzertube
    @linzertube Рік тому +6

    Such pretty projects, Catherine! You’re so great with a sewing machine. I always love your fabric choices, too!

  • @monad8880
    @monad8880 Рік тому +1

    is there anything you can't do girl :) cushion is lovely

  • @cherilynblake8384
    @cherilynblake8384 Рік тому +2

    i love these ideas!
    i was searching for sewing projects this Saturday morning, and thought the pillow cushions were a tote bag!! LOL
    I've been searching the thrift for this style blanket and have yet to find one! thanks for all the inspiration!

  • @amyg918
    @amyg918 Рік тому

    Great ideas and your makeup looks great - love the lipstick color on you

  • @HanaNour-u9h
    @HanaNour-u9h Рік тому

    thank you so much this inspired me a lot! i also love your style of decorations and home deocr and evertyhing like that, your also super rpetty and im subbed to you channel! also your voice is super soothing and makes me relaxed

  • @FrugalFunMum
    @FrugalFunMum 10 місяців тому

    G'day from Australia! You Tube just recommended your channel x

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  10 місяців тому

      Thanks for coming, glad you found me x

  • @TheEmpressgoth
    @TheEmpressgoth Рік тому

    ❤❤Thank you 😊have a wonderful weekend

  • @BethPlaysSims
    @BethPlaysSims 10 місяців тому

    your fabrics are so adorable, I haven't been able to find much fabric like that with the roses

  • @martinalenz5029
    @martinalenz5029 Рік тому

    The handwarmers are the hit, as this summer is the right time to try them, indeed.

  • @tracyheath6076
    @tracyheath6076 Рік тому

    The wrist scrunchies would be wonderful while washing my dog or horse. Used to drive me batty, the water running down my arm.

  • @mcvieux
    @mcvieux Місяць тому

    Hi Thank you for making this video my daughter was trying to sew a present for her bff but couldnt find something but this video was perfect!

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Місяць тому

      aw that gives me joy to hear 🥰🥰🥰 glad she found a project to make ❤️ happy new year

  • @MARYENOS-y6g
    @MARYENOS-y6g 5 місяців тому

    Awesome!

  • @JolovesDecor
    @JolovesDecor Рік тому +1

    Also….your pillow w handles project would be fabulous for small ones/littles to use traveling, or to nap on.

    • @DaintyDiaries
      @DaintyDiaries  Рік тому +1

      Absolutely 😍😍 thanks for watching ❤️❤️ happy crafting xx

  • @starbrown1219
    @starbrown1219 Рік тому

    What great and fun sewing projects.

  • @jeanettesheehan1403
    @jeanettesheehan1403 Рік тому

    What a great idea!

  • @tamaradore6834
    @tamaradore6834 Рік тому

    Love the chair cushion!

  • @janetmawson9712
    @janetmawson9712 Рік тому

    Hi I will deffo subscribe Catherine, I love watching your tutorials and your make are fabulous. I particularly like the idea for the outside seat cushion with the two pillows, what fab easy way to make them I may have to copy them! You are so talented and beautiful. Thankyou for teaching me something new today. ❤

  • @Sadie2.1
    @Sadie2.1 Рік тому

    Great video, and all the projects were just lovely. Gonna give the chair cushion a try, but make some adjustments to it for my style of chairs. Great ideas, thanks for the inspiration.

  • @AliceEmch
    @AliceEmch Рік тому

    you are so pretty!!!