Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
I don’t know that most of us really pay much attention to corners on pillows or little zip pouches, but they do have an effect on the overall look of a sewn piece. Sharp corners just look so crisp and… Read more ... 
If your New Years resolutions include getting more exercise, here’s a sewing project that might help keep you going. Abby from Sew Much Ado shares a free sewing pattern and tutorial to sew a women’s tank top. It’s a racerback… Read more ... 
A simple drawstring bag makes a great project for beginners. It’s easy to sew and can be used as a jewelry bag, toiletries bag, or even a bag to hold small toys. Catherine from Dainty Dress Diaries shows how to… Read more ... 
Sewing your own curtains seems like an easy project but working with long pieces of fabric can be overwhelming! Check out these two easy tips from Swoodson Says for how to make sewing curtains easier; one is a gadget and… Read more ... 
Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl shows how to make a sweet Valentine’s garland with stuffed fabric hearts and fluffy yarn pom poms. The little hearts are quick to sew because they edges are pinked and left raw, so no turning… Read more ... 
Hoodies are maybe my most favorite casual winter wear. They’re great for layering and look great either zipped up or left open. Mayra from So Sew Easy has a free sewing pattern and tutorial for making your own hoodies. Her… Read more ... 
Soft fabric baby blocks are a fun toy for baby to play with. Jessi from Practically Functional shows how you can sew a set of fabric blocks. She uses her Cricut Maker to cut the fabric, but you can also… Read more ... 
This double oven mitt is perfect for someone who loves to bake! The fabric that connects the two mitts helps protect your arms from a hot dish. And the applique at the ends is so cute! Heather from The Sewing … Read more ... 
Turn an everyday plain hoodie into a spectacular unicorn hoodie. Havalah from Sisters what shows how. Starting with a purchased hoodie means you don’t have to be a whiz at sewing kids clothes to make something she’ll really love. Rainbow… Read more ... 
You don’t have to know how to knit or crochet to make your own sweater. You can SEW a sweater! Emily from Life Sew Savory has a great tutorial showing how you can use sweater knit fabric to sew your… Read more ... 
Gina Michele shows how you can sew a burp cloth that’s contoured to fit around your neck. It makes a great gift for new parents! I don’t think you can have too many burp cloths when you’ve got a baby… Read more ... 
Have you seen the loop yarn that’s hit the craft stores lately? Cheryl from Sew Can Do shows how you can use that loop yarn to trim a fleece blanket. When you think about it, the thicky loopy yarn really… Read more ... 
I loooove the scalloped edges on this placemat! The scallops lend a sweet vintage charm and the contrast of the binding really shows them off. Deonn from Quiltscapes has a tutorial showing how to finish scalloped edges with bias binding. … Read more ... 
Remona from The Stitching Scientist has a tutorial showing how you can sew a yoga mat bag. Her mat bag is made with closed ends and a zipper down a long side, making it easier to get the mat inside… Read more ... 
While I’m no hoarder and I’m pretty good at giving a good clean-out to most rooms of my house, my sewing room is my Kryptonite. But even your sewing space needs a good tidying up now and then. Melisa from… Read more ...