Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Jessyz shares a free pattern on her blog, The C Side, for making her MummyGo Bag. It’s a medium-sized tote with a squared bottom, and you can make one in just one hour. The unique handles can be worn as… Read more ... 
Carolyn from Homework shows how to dye plain white fabric to make variegated ribbon. She uses that ribbon to make a gorgeous mini-wreath. Find out how she made the ribbon. And read more about the mini-wreath (and see photos!).… Read more ... 
Gabrielle from Tiny Apartment Crafts shares a free pattern for this cute little felt owl measuring tape cover. If I had one of these, I’d be measuring things all day long just for an excuse to pull that little guy… Read more ... 
Cut Out + Keep user Marta Angela shows how to make warm winter gear for your dog. The basic doggie coat/shirt can be customized in so many ways! Get the tutorial.
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Kalleen from At Second Street shares a tutorial for making a tiered ruffle dress that’s both pretty and practical. The sleeveless dress can be worn over a long-sleeved tee and leggings in the winter, but can also be worn in… Read more ... 
Craft Apple shares a cool sewing idea on her blog. She retrofit a purchased zipper pouch with fabric dividers to keep track of the money that her kids invariably ask her to keep up with on their shopping trips. … Read more ... 
April Henry shares a tutorial on the Oliver + S blog showing how to make flat-felled seams. In a flat-felled seam, the raw edges are encased and stitched down on the right side of the fabric, leaving no raw edges… Read more ... 
Kristin from Lu Bird Baby shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this sweet princess crown headband. It’s quick to make from felt and hot glue – no sewing required. Get the tute.
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Sabra from Sew a Straight Line shares a free pattern and tutorial for making mini scripture bags for the kiddoes. They’re sized for a compact sized LDS standard scripture set. You can make one up out of a pretty fabric… Read more ... 
Head over to P.S. – I Made This to find out how to make this silk chiffon capelet, no sewing required. The sequins scattered around the edge make it fabulous. Get the how-to.
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Jessica from Running With Scissors shares a template for a cute cute owl applique. I am love, love, LOVING his feathered body! She created it by stitching down individual craft feathers on to his body. Genius!! Get the template.… Read more ... 
Katie from Punk Projects shows how to turn a pillowcase into a little girl’s dress. She’s making the dresses to donate to the Little Dresses for Africa program. The simple construction and flexible sizing make this a perfect style for… Read more ... 
Jessica from Sew Homegrown shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Cupcakes and Roses t-shirt, inspired by a similar shirt from BabyGap. This would be awesome for Valentine’s Day! Get the how-to.
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For the child who loves the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Arianna from Still Parenting tells how she created this clever caterpillar softie. Just like the story, he starts out as a fat little caterpillar. But turn him inside… Read more ... 
Katy from No Big Dill shares a tutorial at Project Run and Play for her stunning Avalanche bustle skirt for girls. One look at this fabulous skirt and you’ll understand why it was the winner of the Winter Wonderland challenge… Read more ... 
