This textured stripe pattern alternates segments of garter stitch with segments of gathered stockinette stitch. It's a nice way to add some visual interest without a lot of complexity. This is shown in a smooth cotton yarn which results in an almost lacy garter stitch, but the effect would be very different in a lofty wool.
Wandering through the aisles of a craft store can lead to all sorts of inspiration. Some objects are designed for one type of craft project seem destined to be used in another area. Sewing decorative charms like the bag of mother-of-pearl chips I found located with the mosaic/glass working stuff is be a beautiful way to create a new texture on a leather bag. But how do you attach something like this (with no holes or facets) to fabric?
This classic belt has a nautical influence and is a great wardrobe staple. Make your own so it's the perfect size to fit you.
Having a custom camera strap made from the colors and fabrics that match your personal style is a great addition to your wardrobe and it keeps your camera at close reach.
**Disclaimer** This camera strap is made from leather. Leather is strong and durable. However, if your camera lenses are very heavy or the camera may have stress exerted on it during wear (moving it around quickly, excessive downward force placed on the strap by jumping or dropping the camera, etc) you should stick with commercially made camera straps with nylon connection points. Nylon has a much higher tensile strength than leather and should be used if there will be a lot of force placed upon the camera. This strap is designed to be worn in casual situations (like walking around taking photos in a low stress environment). Your camera equipment is expensive and the authors at HowDidYouMakeThis? cannot be held responsible or liable for damages if your strap breaks. Use your best judgement!
Here is the tutorial on how to pattern your own custom camera stap or you can buy this pattern for $1USD.
If you want to carry your camera in a way that keeps it handy and easy to use a good quality camera strap is needed. However, so many of them are unattractive and the nice ones are so expensive! Why not make one for yourself? The following pattern is for working with leather (or vinyl) and fabric.
**Disclaimer** This camera strap is made from leather. Leather is strong and durable. However, if your camera lenses are very heavy or the camera may have stress exerted on it during wear (moving it around quickly, excessive downward force placed on the strap by jumping or dropping the camera, etc) you should stick with commercially made camera straps with nylon connection points. Nylon has a much higher tensile strength than leather and should be used if there will be a lot of force placed upon the camera. This strap is designed to be worn in casual situations (like walking around taking photos in a low stress environment). Your camera equipment is expensive and the authors at HowDidYouMakeThis?|Luxe DIY cannot be held responsible or liable for damages if your strap breaks. Use your best judgement!
A while ago I invested in a great set of bamboo knitting needles in lots and lots of sizes. Included in the set was some size US 0 / 2mm needles. They're basically glorified toothpicks, so I couldn't wait to use them. This project would work just as well with US 1 / 2.25mm needles.
If you're buying tiny needles like 0 or 1, I would recommend looking for steel needles, my bamboo needles bend just enough to make me nervous about breaking them.
Binding your own books is a great way to make a custom size/shape/paper type book to carry with you as a journal or sketch book or a way to build a custom scrapbook for a specific event. Codex book binding is an easy way to make a very polished hard cover book completely customized to meet your needs. 
Below the cut you will find a full photo tutorial and video tutorials!
Here is the full process in one video:
Kris