Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
You can make a little doll just like this using a sock as the base for the body. Add some hair, a dress, and of course some mile-long eyelashes and you’ve got a delightful little doll. Mrs. D Lightful shows… Read more ... 
When you purchase yardage at the fabric store, you can usually check the bolt labels for information on fiber content. On the other hand, if you find your fabric at thrift stores, op shops, estate sales, or any other second-hand… Read more ... 
Vively from Vively Online shows an easy way to make tab-top curtains, using ribbons for the tabs. Get the tutorial.… Read more ... 
If you’re a new to sewing and have been wanting to expand your seam repetoire, Stardust Shoes has a tutorial that shows beginners how to make the flat-fell seam. Get the tute!… Read more ... 
Sew a trendy bag with this purse pattern from Elizabeth, You Were Born to Play that Part. The Diana Hobo pattern is offered for free download from her blog. Get the pattern.… Read more ... 
These little corduroy cat softies from Felicia at Fluffy Flowers just make me happy. I’m not sure if it’s the big open-wide eyes or the fold-over ears or the whispy wiskers, or all of it working together, but I can’t… Read more ... 
For changing diapers on the go, Small Fry & Co shows how to make this changing pad clutch. Who knew that dealing with baby doo could be so chic? Get the tutorial.… Read more ... 
These coasters designed by The Long Thread look like they belong on the pages of a high-end home decor mag. The solid white highlights the grid of wonky seam lines. Make a set for your own home (or for a… Read more ... 
BurdaStyle reports that Andrea Zittel’s Smockshop is going to Berlin. According to BurdaStyle, as part of this enterprise, “Two artisans will work in the gallery for the first four days of the exhibition making the smocks that are available for… Read more ... 
I let out a little squeal when I saw this little fabric house posted by ReFabulous. She received it from a swap, the lucky girl. This little house is fully embellished with buttons, shutters, and even a little surprise on… Read more ... 
When I was a kid, we had several braided rag rugs that my great-great-aunt had made. I remember being taken with all the colors and the bumpy texture. The Moda Bake Shop now has a tutorial for you to make… Read more ... 
Orange Flower Sketchbook created this drawstring pouch. It features a pieced body, a bit of embroidery and -best of all- a carrying strap. Get the tutorial.… Read more ... 
You can make a faux corrugated texture with a twin needle. CraftStylish shows you how in this tutorial for a reusable corrugated coffee sleeve. Get the tutorial.… Read more ... 
With so many sewing projects focused on girlie things, I’m always pleased to find a tutorial that shows a little sewing love to the boys. The Eddie Cap, designed by Irene of Mushroom Villagers, is one such project. I… Read more ... 
When my daughter was a baby, our most reached-for bibs were ones made from a towel that slid over her head. No velcros, no ties, just pulled right over her head. Threads of Mine shows how to make these super… Read more ... 
