Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
This stitched snowflake mini hoop would make a beautiful decoration for your Christmas tree. And Stephanie from Swoodson Says has a free pattern and tutorial for you! The delicate snowflake design is actually made up of simple straight stitches so… Read more ... 
When you sew knitwear, the basic shapes are usually fairly simple. Adding small details is where you can make your handmade garment really stand out – for example, the bows at the cuffs of this t-shirt. Heather from Heather Handmade… Read more ... 
Caroline from Sew Can She sewed up a new set of handmade stockings for her family. The pattern she used is simple, but she makes them beautiful by using bright cotton prints and lining them with a faux fur. She… Read more ... 
Sahana from Vikalpah shows how you can sew a baby car seat head support pillow. The pillow will help keep baby’s head from flopping over when he falls asleep in a car seat – and babies always seem to fall… Read more ... 
Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shares a tutorial for making this Christmas banner. The words Peace On Earth are appliqued from a Christmas fabric and accented with holly leaf appliques. If you have a Cricut Maker machine, you can download… Read more ... 
Jennie from Stitched by Jennie shows how you can make little pumpkin placecard holders for your Thanksgiving meal. They’re a lovely and welcoming finish to a placesetting. The name tags are tied to the stem of each little pumpkin, so… Read more ... 
I’ve always thought it would be fun to decorate for the holiday with a Christmas village. Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a tutorial at Fabric.com for making the sweetest fabric holiday village. The soft fabric houses are so cute! You… Read more ... 
Meet Henry. He got eight arms and two goofy eyes, because he’s an octopus. And a cute one that that! Jane from Quirkshop has a free sewing pattern and tutorial for making an octopus softie. Polka dot fabric is a… Read more ... 
Fall is a good time to sew up a flannel nightgown. Not only is the cooler weather perfect for a cozy flannel nightgown, but fabric stores often put their flannel on discount. Jess from Gracious Threads shares a free pattern… Read more ... 
These Santa hats are adorable! And you can get a free sewing pattern and tutorial at the Cotton + Steel blog. The outside is made from a quilting cotton, so go a little crazy with color and print and pattern. … Read more ... 
This car caddy will help keep your car organized and clutter free! There’s a waste bin in the center to keep the trash off the floor, and pockets around the side so there’s no hunting around for your phone or… Read more ... 
These felt star ornaments would add a touch of fun – and color – to a Christmas tree! They’d also make cute tie-on embellishments for wrapped gifts. AppleGreen Cottage has a tutorial and free pattern for making them. Sew some… Read more ... 
Jill from Snugglebug University created a soft fabric version of an Elf on the Shelf doll, and she’s got a free pattern and tutorial for you over at Make It and Love It. The little fabric elf is wearing a… Read more ... 
A basic raglan sleeve t-shirt is a must when sewing for kids. The style is easy to sew and allows for fun color combos and fabric print mixing. Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shares a free pattern… Read more ... 
This embroidered mini banner makes the sweetest little Christmas ornament! Stephanie from Swoodson Says shares a tutorial and free pattern. I’m loving the combination of the plaid and the twig for the hanging dowel! Her tutorial is part of a… Read more ...