Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Pascale from // between the lines // shows how to make a stylish lightweight poncho. It drapes beautifully over the body. It’s easy to make, too. Just one seam is all it takes to make one. Go to the tutorial… Read more ... 
Head over to Sew4Home to find out how to make their Dead Roses Witchy Hat. I love the crumpled effect on the brim, which is achieved by couching florist wire down around the edge. Go to the tutorial.
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Christine from From an Igloo joins Inspire to Create at Sew Chic & Unique with a tutorial showing how to make her Warm Winter Hat. Dragon or dinosaur spikes down the middle is sure to appeal to the boys. Of… Read more ... 
Cheri from I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar guest blogs over at U Create with a tutorial showing how to make a brimmed beanie hat. Cute, cute! You can make one from fleece or an old sweater, depending on the… Read more ... 
Lookie what Kallen from At Second Street made from a tiered eyelet ruffle skirt! Unlike many refashion “befores”, there was nothing technically wrong with this skirt. It wasn’t torn, worn out, or tacky. But it’s SOOO much more fabulous as… Read more ... 
Rebecca from This Present Life shows how to make a yoga mat that also serves as a yoga strap. This is such a great idea! Get the how-to.
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Altering children’s clothing can be a real hassle, especially when it comes to necklines. As children grow, their bodies change shape and their clothes no longer fit. One of the common problems with children’s shirts is the neckline being too… Read more ... 
Chris from Pickup Some Creativity shows how to make this scrappy cell phone cozy. The long carrying straps means loops around your purse handles so you can keep it with you. No more frantic fishing through your purse trying to… Read more ... 
Crafty Staci shows how to make a Robin Hood hat. Add a simple tunic and a pair of leggings (tights if you’re brave enough), and you’ve got a quick, clever Halloween costume. Go to the tutorial.
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Lookie what Haley from Thinker Maker made out of a thrifted red sweater! It’s an asymmetrical cropped sweater, perfect for layering. She cut it short to remove the polo collar from the original sweater. Check out how she incorporated the… Read more ... 
Cheri from I Am Momma Hear Me Roar shows how to make these scrap-fabulous earflap hats from scrap knit fabrics. You can use old t-shirts and other repurposed knits for this project. These would be awesome projects for boys, though… Read more ... 
Tricia from Leafy Treetop Shop and Leafy Treetop Spot shows off the faux leather baby booties she made. They’re made from inexpensive vinyl from the fabric store, but they look high-end. See more photos at Leafy Treetop Spot. Be… Read more ... 
Paige from Simply Handmade by Paige and Pink Lemonade Store shows how she refashioned a too-big knit dress into this fabulous number. The simple black dress is the perfect backdrop for the ruffle and cluster of rolled fabric flowers at… Read more ... 
Kristin from Lu Bird Baby shares a tutorial on her blog for making this cute beanbag caterpillar softie. It’s a project that the kids can make themselves. They’ll feel so proud when they can show off their softie and say,… Read more ... 
