Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Jen from iCandy Handmade shows how to make a lightweight jersey knit cardigan for summertime. She originally made it for herself, but when it turned out smaller than she expected she realized that it was perfect for her tween-age daughter. … Read more ... 
Homemade Mamas shows how to make this cute knotted headband out of strips of jersey knit fabric. The nautical look of the knotted knit is perfect for summertime! If you don’t have knit yardage to cut the strips from, you… Read more ... 
Janae Easton from Platypus File shares a tutorial at Charm Stitch showing how to make a pair of toddler’s knit pants out of an upcycled knit shirt. They can be made in just 1 hour. A pair of patch pockets… Read more ... 
Lookie at the pants that The Sewing Dork made for her daughter! They were inspired by a pair she found at Naartjie Kids. The legs are constructed like a tiered skirt. She made hers from a solid jersey knit, but… Read more ... 
Kate from Needle and Spatula shows how you can make this versatile peasant dress. No pattern is required. She shows how you can cut the right shapes using a t-shirt as a guide. Made from a lightweight jersey knit, the… Read more ... 
Jos from Sew, Cook, Laugh and Live shows how to make her Favourite Dress, no pattern required. It’s made from rectangles of fabric and requires only straight seams to make. The long, full dress will look best when made out… Read more ... 
Terra from Mama Says Sew shows how she made this tiered cardigan. It’s made from a lightweight jersey knit fabric, with strips of fabric layered down the front. Her layers are left flat, but you could use ruffles instead if… Read more ... 
Regina from Creative Kismet shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Katie Ponchothat drapes beautifully around the body. It’s named after her friend Katie who was wearing a poncho that inspired her design. It’s made from… Read more ... 
Jen from iCandy Handmade shows how to make lace-edged scarf. The part of the scarf that wraps around your neck is made from a soft lightweight jersey knit, with lace panels stitched to the ends for a bit of pretty. … Read more ... 
The folks at Your Style Rocks have another reader-designed pattern for you. This time it’s a lovely dress from jersey knit designed by Eva for the “Let Your Shoes Be Your Muse” contest, and the pattern is available for… Read more ... 
Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a scrunchy stretchy t-shirt scarf. It’s her Randomly Shirred Scarf, and it’s made from lightweight jersey knit with meandering lines of elastic thread… Read more ... 
Sheri from Sew Much Fun and Mensch T’s shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this t-shirt tunic out of a jersey knit bedsheet. It’s quick to sew and can be worn several different ways depending on… Read more ... 
Prudent Baby shows how to make this pretty Christmas stocking. The body of the stocking is made from wool felt, and the cuff and hanging loop from jersey knit. Get the tute.
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Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shows how to make her Knit Sweater Dress. The sleeveless dress has a fabulous retro-mod feel. It’s made from two layers – a sweater knit material and a jersey knit lining. It’s inspired by a… Read more ... 
Prudent Baby shares a free pattern and tutorial for making their Beginner’s Baby Dress with Puff Sleeves. The simple jersey knit dress has a puff sleeves and a skirt gathered on to a loose-fitting bodice. You can keep the… Read more ... 
