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Free pattern: Chevron maxi skirt

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Laura from Sew Different shares a free pattern for making a chevron maxi skirt.  It flares out into a long A-line, with slits at the sides.  The sewing is actually fairly simple, but you’ll need to take care when cutting… Read more ...

Free pattern: Trapeze Tank Dress

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trapezeJess from The Sewing Rabbit shares a free pattern for her Trapeze Tank Dress.  I think I could wear this every single day in the summer!  Made from a lightweight knit, it has a loose swing shape perfect for when… Read more ...

Tutorial: Tiered maxi skirt

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Ashley from Make It and Love It shows how you can make a tiered maxi skirt. A long full skirt  is sooo summery, especially in white like shows in her example.  You can make one in any size, from little… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a simple maxi skirt

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With spring officially here, it’s time for me to start thinking about my warm weather wardrobe.  Lindsay from Tales From A Cottage shows how you can sew a simple maxi skirt.  Hers is made from a lightweight knit fabric that’s… Read more ...

Free Pattern: The Slouchy Tee

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This slouchy tee is a free pattern from It’s Always Autumn.  The simple pattern is quick to sew.  And the easy going style of this tee makes it an everday wardrobe staple.  It fits loose through the body, with elbow… Read more ...

Free pattern: Women’s boxer shorts

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Worn with a basic t-shirt, boxer shorts make cute and comfortable warm weather pajamas.  And Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shares a free pattern at eHow for making a pair of women’s boxer shorts.  They are easy to sew, so… Read more ...

Free pattern: Women’s yoga pants

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Jess from If Only They Would Nap shares a free pattern for making a pair of yoga pants.  The stretch knit pants are super comfy, especially with a foldover waistband.  They’re also easy to make.  Her free pattern comes in… Read more ...

9 Women’s Dress Patterns To Sew

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Spring is just around the corner, and with it comes the desire to shed our winter layers and embrace the warmer temperatures. As the days get longer and the weather gets nicer, there’s nothing quite like a beautiful dress to… Read more ...