Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
How cute is this appliqued map pillow? The Sewing Rabbit made it using a free project from Jo-Ann, though she made the design her own by using prints instead of solids and by adding a secret pocket to the back. … Read more ... 
Anna from Plan B shows how to make a throw pillow cover edged in pom pom trim. A zipper in one of the side seams serves as a closure. It’s an easy project to refresh the look of a couch… Read more ... 
Becky from U Create shares a tutorial over at Riley Blake Designs showing how to make a swaddling blanket that fits in a car seat. There are holes cut for the straps so baby can be wrapped up inside the… Read more ... 
Do you see the red jumbo gingham fabric in these summertime outdoor decorations? It’s in the table runner, bunting, and wreath. Jen from Tatertots and Jello painted that design on a length of plain white fabric, using painter’s tape to… Read more ... 
Melony from Mel Designs shows how she made this happy scrappy pillow cover covered in colorful circle button embellishments. She made the circle embellishments from scrap fabric, felt, and colorful buttons. Go to her blog to see how to make … Read more ... 
Melanie at The Crafty Cupboard shares a project for beginning sewers. It’s a basic pillowcase with an envelope opening on the back. The cover will fit a standard bed pillow. The cutting and sewing is simple (just straight lines), and… Read more ... 
Ohhh, how I am wanting these chair cushions for my dining room!! Larissa from mmmcrafts made them and so they’re sitting in her dining room right now instead of mine. BUT, she shares a tutorial on her blog so I… Read more ... 
It’s hard to see in the photo I have here, but these pillows are pretty big. They measure 28″ square. They’re also made from a soft but sturdy sweatshirt material . Sew4Home shows how to make them, and suggests them… Read more ... 
Maya in the Moment shares a video tutorial at I Love To Create showing how to make a boyfriend pillow. In case you’re like me and haven’t heard of such a thing before, it’s a pillow with a half torso… Read more ... 
Aimee from Clones N Clowns shows how to make a picnic blanket. It’s made from two layers of fabric – one pretty fabric that faces up, and a heavy canvas or waterproof fabric that faces the ground. It rolls up… Read more ... 
Susan Cornish at Just Crafty Enough shows how to make a small scale pillowcase. The opening is lined with a contrasting fabric. It’s a nice finish that also adds an unexpected pop of color or pattern. The cutting dimensions she… Read more ... 
Monica from Crafty Nest shows how to make your own cloth napkins with mitered corners. The miter gives the corner a neat, bulk-free finish. Go to her tutorial. [photo from Crafty Nest]… Read more ... 
Nanny from Nanny Notes 2 U shares a free pattern for making curtain tie backs. Go to her blog for the pattern and tutorial.
Note:This blog is no longer available but we were able to find these similar tutorials… Read more ... 
Check out the cool texture on this throw pillow by Dear Emmeline! It’s made of felt and fabric squares, folded and stitched into a grid and X pattern. She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. Go to … Read more ... 
Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how to make a throw pillow covered with ruffles. She keeps the ruffles raw-edged for a delightfully shabby look. (It also saves tons of time by not having to hem all… Read more ... 
