Sewing

Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew

Sewing pattern: Side split hem

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Sewing tutorial: Side split hemMelissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to create a side split hem.  This hem detail works for either an even hem or a high-low hem.  In fact, it’s a nice way to add a high-low effect… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Clothing label tote bag

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Sewing tutorial: Clothing label tote bag This tote bag made from clothing labels points a finger at consumerism and materialism.  All those labels came from clothing that someone once purchased but is no longer using.  Jessie from I Am Sew Crazy created this statement piece and… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Sock pig softie

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TSewing tutorial: Sock pig softiehis little sock pig softie is so cute for Chinese New Year! (2019 is the year of the pig.)  It’s also a cute little softie just because.  Joanne from Craft Passion shows how you can make one.  The sock… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Knot scrunchie

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Sewing tutorial: Knot scrunchieAbby from Sew Much Ado shows how you can sew your own knot scrunchie.  She’s got a free pattern for you to download and a video showing how to sew it together.  It’s a great project to use your scraps… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: DIY weighted blanket

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Sewing tutorial: DIY weighted blanket Many people say that weighted blankets have a calming effect.  My daughter has one and loves it!  Lindsay from Shrimp Salad Circus shows how you can sew your own weighted blanket.  Making it yourself lets you choose your fabrics and… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Sewing notions zipper pouch

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Sewing tutorial: Sewing notions zipper pouch This flat zipper pouch would be perfect for storing sewing notions, don’t you think?  Of course, it would also be great for storing school supplies or toiletries or other small items.  Damjana from AppleGreen Cottage has an easy sewing tutorial… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Fabric match box

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Sewing tutorial: Fabric match box This matchbox style box isn’t made of cardboard; it’s made from fabric!  eSheep Designs has a tutorial showing how you can make one.  Stiff interfacing allows you to create a project that’s normally made from paper or cardboard!  Think of… Read more ...