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Patch pockets are an easy way to add a pocket to clothes or bags that you make (or any sewing project, really). You can make them in any size or shape, though the most common shape for a patch pocket… Read more ... 
Use your child’s outgrown clothes (or perhaps clothes you’ve outgrown or grown tired of) to sew a new wardrobe for your child’s baby doll! Swoodson Says has a tutorial and a free sewing pattern you can use. The pattern is… Read more ... 
Need a new pair of shorts or just wanting to learn how to sew your own gym shorts? Happiest Camper has an gym shorts sewing tutorial and free pattern you can use. These shorts have a fun retro style that’s… Read more ... 
Baby shoes are always a fun gift for a new baby! Heather Handmade shows how you can sew a pair of baby shoes from upcycled denim. The denim is durable a fabric for making shoes, and because it’s from an… Read more ... 
These fabric pumpkins look so cute for Halloween and autumn! They’re super easy to make, and Organized 31 has a great tutorial showing how to do it. Make up a bunch of them and use them to fill a bowl… Read more ... 
This boho tunic is a fun look for summer! You can wear it as a mini dress or as a tunic. So Sew Easy has a free sewing pattern and tutorial showing how you can make one. It’s an easy… Read more ... 
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… 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 ...