Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how she added a pop of color to a t-shirt with split shoulder seams. Now, instead of her bare shoulders peeking out, you see a pop of color. Get the tute on her blog… Read more ... 
I’m loving these color blocked little boy pants that Blue Eyed Freckle made! They’re made from a pair of solid color pants, plus some contrasting fabric in a similar weight. It’s a cute look for little boys, but it’s also… Read more ... 
Caroline from Salsa Pie shares a tutorial over at The Southern Institute showing how to turn a pair of gloves into… CLAWS!!! Don’t worry – the sharp claws are actually just triangles of felt so no one will get hurt. … Read more ... 
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how to make a tulle pettiskirt to give extra shaping to a full skirt or dress. She made hers a little longer than the skirt so it will peek out the bottom. It’s a… Read more ... 
You might think that an embroidery machine can only do embroidery motifs. But it can also do applique. It takes a few additional steps to add and then stitch around the fabric applique. Prudent Baby posts a video showing the… Read more ... 
Jen from iCandy Handmade shares the pattern for her Everyday Tee. This is such a versatile wardrobe piece! The pattern is for a women’s size medium. If you need a larger or smaller size, you can draft your own using… Read more ... 
Stacie from Yellow Spool shows how to twist and stitch fabric into a spiral. It makes a pretty embellishment for a top or tee. Go to her blog for the tute.
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Kimbo from A Girl and a Glue Gun shares a tutorial over at Project Run and Play showing how she made the gorgeous sunshine dress that won last week’s challenge. It’s a simple A-line dress with shades of yellow bias… Read more ... 
Amy from Positively Splendid shows how to use your fabric scraps to make a patchwork pumpkin softie. Cinnamonsticks and ribbon make the stem and leaves. Cute!! (And I bet they smell nice, too…) Get the tutorial.
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Belly bands are a popular maternity accessory. A wide strip of knit fabric, they’re layered underneath a t-shirt to add extra length. Kate from See Kate Sew shows how to make a ruffled belly band. The ruffle around the bottom… Read more ... 
Lizzie B. from Cotton & Curl shows how to make a pencil skirt out of stretch knit fabric. Not only is it easy to sew, but the foldover waistband gives you the choice of wearing it long or short. Wear… Read more ... 
Jessica from Running With Scissors got so many comments about the toddler skinny cords she made that she went and created a free pattern for us. The have curved patch pockets on the front, and a faux fly (but with… Read more ... 
Beckie from Infarrantly Creative guest blogs at Eighteen25 with a tutorial showing how to make this Jack-O-Lantern treat sack that hangs on the back of a chair. She’ll use the ones she made to hold sweets and treats in the… Read more ... 
Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shares a tutorial and template for this cute dog applique that she added to her daughter’s shirt. Awww… he’s looking up at you and wagging his tail! How can you resist? Get the tutorial and template… Read more ... 
To keep your machine happy and running smoothly, you need to give it a good cleaning and oiling every now and then. If you’ve neve done it before, Ashley from Make It and Love It tells you what to do. … Read more ... 
