Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Being pregnant during the hot summer can be more than a little uncomfortable. Loose fitting, comfortable clothes will do wonders, though. Linda from Craftaholics Anonymous shows how to make a bubble tank that’s perfect for summertime maternity. The elastic band… Read more ... 
Kell from My Peach didn’t grow on a tree refashioned an adult-sized t-shirt into this fabulous tank for her daughter. The asymmetry of the one shoulder strap paired with the graphic from the old tee gives it an edgy look… Read more ... 
Lex shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this loose fitted tee. With a wide neck, it’s roomy at the top and tapers into a fitted waist and hip. This look is very popular right now, and… Read more ... 
Megan from artsy/craftsy shows how she made this silk-wrapped bangle bracelet. She used scraps of silk fabric left over from a previous project. Waste not, want not, wear fabulous jewelry!! Get the how-to.
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Sarah from Create Studio shows how to make this handy address cuff for traveling. It wraps around the strap of a bag, and includes a spot for your name and address in case your bag gets separated from you. Velcro… Read more ... 
Bandy Canyon shares the pattern she used to make this sweet peasant top for her little girl. This is such a versatile pattern! Make it short, as shown, for a shirt, or lengthen it to make a dress. Make it… Read more ... 
Pam at Sallygoodin shows how to turn a pair of brightly colored bandanas into a fun summertime tote bag. The printed fabric squares are already hemmed on the edges, which makes a quick, easy project perfect for beginners. You can… Read more ... 
CraftBits has the how-to for making these sweet little baby shoes with a Matryoshka applique on each toe. These would make a great gift to welcome a new baby! The wool felt is soft and warm on baby’s feet, and… Read more ... 
Disney from Ruffles and Stuff participates in Crafterhours’ Skirt Week with a tutorial showing how to make this fancy lacy “Ladylike” skirt for little girls. I love the soft romantic colors in her example! Go to the tutorial.
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The classic pillowcase dress doesn’t have to be made from pillowcases. You can make a toddler-sized pillowcase dress from a pair of fat quarters. Aubrey from Mauby’s Fabric shares a tutorial on her blog showing how. Grab up a… Read more ... 
Jaime from Prudent Baby shows how to make her Beginner’s Bias Tape Bag. This reversible fabric purse is quick and easy to make, perfect for a beginning sewist – or an expert sewist who wants a quick project. She… Read more ... 
Autie from mAde by Autie shows how to make this toddler-sized bib. This is such a practical bib! The large size and the sleeves provide amply coverage for the inevitable food spills, while the toweling is a thick and absorbant… Read more ... 
Head over to our sister site CraftBits for a tutorial showing how to make a breastfeeding/nursing cover. A fabric cover like this allows a new mother to breastfeed her baby while still maintaining her modesty. Make it from a breathable… Read more ... 
Angie from Quality Time shows how to use shirring with elastic thread to make this pretty summer skirt with ruffled hem. The shirring is an easy technique, and creates a loose stretch in the waistband comfortable for the hot summer… Read more ... 
