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If you’re sewing dresses or skirts – or anything with a ruffle – you’ll need to gather fabric. There are different methods for gathering fabric. Some involve pulling the gathers by hand, while others use as sewing machine or serger. … Read more ... 
When sewing a top or dress from a woven fabric, you’ll need to use darts to get a good fit on the back. Darts remove extra fabric so the garment can fit to the natural curves of your back. Sewing… Read more ... 
Learn how to easily make a DIY cat (or ferret) hammock with adjustable straps that can be placed in various positions around the house, or outside, so your fur baby can relax in safety and in a clean environment. HelloSewing … Read more ... 
Do you put something in your purse, only to have a hard time putting your hands on it when you need it? This purse organizer will make it easy to find what you need in your bag. Sew Simple Home… Read more ... 
This double layer apron is so pretty! Sew4Home has a tutorial showing how to make one. Between the double layer skirt and the bib and ties, this project gives plenty of opportunity to mix and match fabrics. The top layer… Read more ... 
Learn all about the benefits of using 100% linen bath towels! I’ll admit that I had never heard of using 100% linen
for bath towels before. This post from Reragg explains the benefits of using linen bath towels, and also… Read more ... 
The idea of sewing buttonholes strikes fear into many a sewist. But there’s no need to fear the buttonhole! Your sewing machine will do most of the work for you. Sewing For A Living has a detailed tutorial (including a… Read more ... 
Keep your tissues handy with this pocket tissue holder sewing tutorial! It’s super easy to make! In fact, this makes a great first sewing project for a beginner. Plus, you can use fabric scraps that is super simple and easy… Read more ... 
Just because your baby has outgrown that adorable romper you love so much, doesn’t mean she has to quit wearing it. With this clever upcycle from Sew Can Do, you can turn that outgrown romper into a tank top… Read more ... 
Need a new travel or cosmetic bag that is functional and cute? Then look no more and sew this Adorable Boxy Travel Bag today! These boxy zipper bags are fun to make, and oh so useful. You don’t need a… Read more ... 
Various parts of the world are experiencing unprecedented heat waves and we all need a way to stay cool. eSheep Designs has a free PDF tutorial showing how to make their Icy Cool Neck Wrap. This is an easy-to-make… Read more ... 
These wristlet key fobs are super easy to sew, and make great little gifts! They’re quick to sew and use just some strips of fabric and a swivel hook. Sew Can She shows how you can sew a wristlet… Read more ... 
Trimming and grading seams are both methods for reducing bulk on the inside of a sewn project. But they’re not interchangeable terms. There’s a difference between trimming seams and grading seams. Heather Handmade shares the why and the how for… Read more ... 
This pretty rainbow pillow will brighten any room! It would be so cute in a tween’s bedding set, or how about a fun accent for a front porch? Lisa from Love to Color My World has a free pattern and… Read more ... 
Create beautiful leaf print drop cloth
pillows for your home! Drop cloth is a great source of fabric for home decor projects. Not only is it inexpensive but it also has a wonderful linen look that works well with my… Read more ...