Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Deborah Raymond from Wonderwoman Creations shares a free pattern and tutorial for making this cute floppy-eared bunny purse. The long bunny ears become the straps of the purse. Sooo cute!! Get the pattern and tutorial.
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Sarah from Create Studio shares a tutorial showing how to make this sweet little puppy dog softie out of a man’s sock. This is SO SO cute! Get the tutorial.
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Malory from Snips and Spice made this cute little ruffled skirt for her 1-year-old niece, and shares a tutorial showing how she did it. This is a quick sewing project. She was able to make one in just 30 minutes… Read more ... 
Our Elna Sew Fun sewing machine giveaway closed several days ago, and I’m going to apologize right here and now for taking so long to post the winner. I have no excuse other than life in general. That, and some… Read more ... 
Gwen from Gwenny Penny guest blogs at Liberate Creativity with a tutorial showing how to make an Out To Eat Place Mat. The fabric placemat has a small pocket sized just right for toddler flatware, and it all rolls up… Read more ... 
Melissa Mortenson from Amazing Mae and The Polkadot Chair shows how to make an iPad case out of your favorite fabrics. It’s padded to protect it from bumps and bruises, and a zippered pocket on the back gives a place… Read more ... 
Autie from iCandy Handmade shows how to create this sweet pig-tailed girl applique for a little girl’s t-shirt. I love how she used so many brightly colored patterned fabrics! I would never have though about using a polka dot fabric… Read more ... 
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shows how she created this awesome pieced striped cardigan for her toddler daughter. She used the knit fabric from an adult-sized striped shirt that she snagged from the clearance rack. I love how she cut… Read more ... 
Elizabeth from Dear Lizzy shows how to add an air of romance to a plain cardigan with the simple addition of a couple of ruffled fabric strips. The double-layers of sheer fabric peek out from behind the front edges of… Read more ... 
Hey there! Are you looking for a fun and easy sewing project? Look no further! Maryanne from Sew Together has got you covered with this cute flat-bottomed zippered pouch tutorial. This pouch is not only adorable, but it’s also super… Read more ... 
Trish from Two Peas in a Pod shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this stylish fabric belt. It’s great for blousing a loose shirt or tunic, and the tie closure means that the size is completely… Read more ... 
Blue Eyed Freckle shows how you can turn a diaper cover into a pair of potty training pants. The absorbent liner is made from a diaper clot
h (or burp cloth), which you probably already have on hand if you’ve… Read more ... 
Professor Pincushion celebrates the launch of their new online sewing community with a free pattern and video tutorial for making this aromatherapy neck wrap that’s shaped like a dolphin. The curve of the pillow helps it stay put around your… Read more ... 
Jessica from Happy Together shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to cover a plastic smartphone case in your favorite fabric print. There’s no sewing involved – just some cutting and some Mod Podge. Get the tute.
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So you’ve sewn the perfect buttonhole, and now it’s time to cut the slit in the middle. This is such a nerve-racking step! Sarah from Modern Country Style guest blogs at Pickup Some Creativity in the Sewing 101 series with… Read more ... 
