Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
This easy-to-follow reference is specially written for beginners of all ages and makes learning the basics of sewing a breeze! From choosing patterns, cutting fabric, and assembling the pieces to operating a sewing machine, hemming, and attaching buttons — this… Read more ... 
Make a fun fidget toy to keep your kids’ or your own hands busy and your mind relaxed! This DIY marble maze tutorial by AppleGreen Cottage comes with a free template. This quiet fidget toy is easy to make from… Read more ... 
Did you know you can sew a pair of pajama pants in an evening? They’re an easy sewing project that kids will love. Origamina has a free pattern you can use. These pants are made from knit fabric and have… Read more ... 
This simple girl’s t-shirt has a pretty bow at the back! Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom has a free sewing pattern you can use to make one. It can be dressy or casual depending on what you… Read more ... 
Mermaids have always been popular costumes for girls, but they seem to be even more popular lately! Havalah from Sisters, What! shows how you can sew an adorable mermaid costume for a little girl. It looks like a dress, but… Read more ... 
This mermaid tail skirt is so cute for little girls! Heather from Heather Handmade has a great tutorial showing how you can make one. Who wouldn’t love pretending to be a mermaid in one of these fun skirts? They’re lll… Read more ... 
Sew a midi or maxi length sundress for an American Girl or other 18-inch doll! Sew Crafty has a free pattern and tutorial you can use. She designed the dress to be easy to sew AND easy for a child… Read more ... 
Circle skirts are so easy to sew! But if you’re not a math person it can be hard to figure out how big to cut the circles! This easy sew circle skirt by Fleece Fun has a free pattern. No… Read more ... 
Sew this jazzy paneled skirt for your little one, using your leftover scraps. This cute skirt is easy to whip up and plenty of options to customize. Sew Crafty Me has a tutorial showing how to make it. The tutorial… Read more ... 
These gathered skirts for little girls are so cute! And you can make one from a fat quarter! Heather from Heather Handmade has a tutorial showing how. The sewing is easy enough for a beginner, and fast enough… Read more ... 
Sew your boys some mesh shorts that are perfect for sports or other activities! Emily from Life Sew Savory has a free sewing pattern to make them. Her free pattern comes in boys’ sizes 2 – 12 years. You can… Read more ... 
These girls’ shortie leggings are perfect for layering under summer dresses! Girls can run and play and twirl and tumble without worrying about underwear showing. They’re easy to sew with a free pattern by Emily from Life Sew Savory. Her… Read more ... 
If you’ve ever wished that girls’ swimsuits offered just a little bit more coverage, whether for modesty or to just protect their tender skin from the sun, Chelsea from Sew Simple Home has a free sewing pattern for you! Her… Read more ... 
The Sleeveless Sunday Girl’s Dress is a versatile sleeveless dress you can sew for a girl. Cheryl from Sew Can Do has a free sewing pattern in girl’s sizes 6, 8, and 10. It’s a classic style with a full… Read more ... 
How adorable are these little girls’ twirly skirts! I’m loving those border prints!! And if you look closely, you can see how she embellished them with sequins and gathered fabric for details. Heather from Heather Handmade shows how she used… Read more ...