Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to make a collapsible storage box from fabric. Wooden dowels inserted into the sides and top helps them keep their boxy shape. When they’re not being used, you can collapse… Read more ... 
Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shows how to make a heart shaped pocket like the one she put on a dress she made for her niece. Details like this make cute accents for Valentine Day wear and for year round. … Read more ... 
Andy from A Bright Corner shares a tutorial at the Therm O Web blog showing how you can make a fabric pocket. You can decorate it with hearts and make it a Valentine pocket to hang on the back of… Read more ... 
If the thought of installing a zipper sends a cold wave of fear through you – or if (less dramatically) you find that avoid sewing projects that require installing a zipper, Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. . has a… Read more ... 
Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial at Lil Luna showing how you can make her Love Note Valentine Bunting. It’s made up of 14 fabric envelopes strung together to make a pretty banner to hang. The envelopes have button… Read more ... 
Lynnette from Running With Scissors shows how you can make a side vent for a long top or tunic. The They show it as a variation of their Simple Blouse Pattern, turning the basic blouse into hip length tunic. You… Read more ... 
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shares a free pattern for making a pencil skirt peplum dress. It’s a classic look that you can sew up fairly easily using knit fabric. Her free pattern comes in two sizes – women’s size… Read more ... 
Professor Pincushion shares a video tutorial showing three ways to turn a hem around a corner. She shows how to make a simple corner, with first side of the corner folded down and ironed in place, and then the other. … Read more ... 
Becky from Sew and So shares a tutorial for making a fabric wallet. Inside the wallet are pockets (6 of them) to hold credit cards, ID, or maybe folded money. The edges are finished with contrast binding, and a tab… Read more ... 
There is some serious cuteness going on with these fox and bear fleece boot liners! Their faces are peeking out from the top of the boots. And those ears! How cute are those ears! Stephanie from The Crafty Kitty shares… Read more ... 
If your waist is relatively small to the size your hips, you’ll find that most sewing patterns don’t fit you through the hip and waist area. Katrina from Katrina Kay Creations shares a video tutorial showing how to alter a… Read more ... 
Rachel from Imagine Gnats shares a tutorial for making this patchwork heart throw pillow. The big patchwork heart on the front is made with a reverse applique technique. It would make a nice Valentine’s Day decoration for your living room… Read more ... 
This month’s free coffee sleeve pattern at Crafty Staci is a heart with an arrow through it. It’s reversible so you can create the heart and arrow in two color schemes or styles with the one coffee sleeve. She embroidered… Read more ... 
Dena from Hearts & Sharts shows how to make this throw pillow sprinkled with doodled heart appliques. The design is inspired by a similar pillow from Anthropologie. I am loving the tone on tone applique with the contrasting black thread! … Read more ... 
Amber from Crazy Little Projects shows how you can make these gathered fabric flowers. They’re super fast to make – just 5 minutes to make one. Make one, or a couple, or a whole bunch and use them for hair… Read more ... 
