Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Whether it’s a walk around the block or biking in the park, whenever you’re exercising outside your home, you’ll probably have your phone and keys with you. But where to put them while you’re exercising? It’s not exactly convenient to… Read more ... 
Learn how to make Christmas Tree napkins and upgrade your Christmas Eve dinner table decorating game with them. Everyone loves seeing tree shaped napkins next to their plate at Christmas time. They love getting them as presents even more, which… Read more ... 
This expandable tote bag has extra space when you need it! So Sew Easy has a free sewing pattern you can use to make one. Snaps
at the sides give a slimmer profile, but you can unsnap them when you… Read more ... 
Knowing how to wind a bobbin
on a sewing machine is very important for successful sewing. This sewing lesson by Lisa of Cucicucicoo shows the process of winding a bobbin on two different machines. Video tutorial included plus a useful… Read more ... 
Dress your dog up as a werewolf this Halloween! Heather Handmade shows how you can easily create a DIY werewolf costume from an upcycled shirt and a bit of denim. And though werewolves are supposed to be scary, this werewolf… Read more ... 
Learn how to make these ridiculously easy, fun and gorgeous fabric pumpkins in any color or fabric you’d like! Use the free pattern to make pumpkins in three sizes or make your own template in any size!
If you’re out and about with a baby, chances are you’ll need to do a diaper change on the fly. These travel diaper changing mats are just the thing! Slim and easy to carry, they fold out to make a… Read more ... 
Looking for a quick project to show off a favorite fabric print? Damjana at AppleGreen Cottage shows how to sew an easy quilted pot holder. She used a kitty print that is absolutely adorable. But you can create a… Read more ... 
Keep a good book (or two) within easy reach with this bedside book caddy! It’s an easy sewing project you can make using a tutorial from Gluesticks. Her bed book caddy takes just 15 minutes and is a great… Read more ... 
This fleece cat softie looks just like my own kitty! (All five of my kitties, in fact!) Cathi of Scratch and Stitch has a free sewing pattern you can use to create an adorable fleece kitty. Make it a… Read more ... 
Fairies, witches, superheroes, kings, queens, princesses all need a hooded cape to complete the outfit. Lucky for you, a cape is really easy to sew and HelloSewing has a free hooded cloak pattern to help you out! It’s a fun… Read more ... 
This ghost mermaid costume is a fun twist on a Halloween classic. Heather Handmade created this cute costume for her daughter, and she has a tutorial on her blog showing how she did it. The costume is made from three… Read more ... 
Use color blocking to create fun cosmetic bags like these! Color blocking is trending right now. Brandy from Gluesticks shows how to make these simple color block zip bags. They’re quick to sew and make great gifts, especially for teens!… Read more ... 
If you’re making a bag with flat, boxed bottom, bag feet are a nice feature to include. The feet help protect the bottom of your bag when you set it down. The bag will rest on the bag feet rather… Read more ... 
Emily at Life Sew Savory has a free pattern you can use to make this adorable button front skirt for girls. The look is perfect for fall! It’s comfortable to wear, which is important for kids’ clothes. The buttons down… Read more ...