Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Head over to Prudent Baby for a free pattern and tutorial for making a Top Knot Baby Hat. They’ve got a pattern for a single knot hat (shown here) or one with two knots. They’re made from knit fabric, which… Read more ... 
Destri from The Mother Huddle shows how to add a ruffle to a store-bought pillowcase. Starting with a readymade pillowcase makes this project really easy, and if the pillowcase you use is part of a bedding set, the embellished pillowcase… Read more ... 
Bias tape is typically used to finish off fabric edges, but Farah from Craft A World shows that it can be used decoratively as well. She used bias tape to create a lovely overlapping stripe design on a cushion cover,… Read more ... 
Diana Schoenbrun, author of Beasties, shares a tutorial for a fun last-minute Valentine’s project – a plush kiss softie. Hers is made from a shiny red satin, but she says it can also be made other fabrics, including … Read more ... 
She Wears Flowers shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make these placemats with chalkboard hearts on them. This would be such a cute way to set the table on Valentine’s, with a special message written to the person… Read more ... 
Melissa Mortenson from fourteen may and The Polka Dot Chair shows how to make her Charming Gathered Table Runner, named so because the gathered strips are pieced from charm squares. The hearts in the middle are attached with buttons, so… Read more ... 
Cut Out + Keep user Sew Petite Gal shows how to make a tank top with an oversized cascading bow on one shoulder. Get the tutorial.
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Sew4Home shows how to make these super cute Beribboned Guest Bath Towels. They’re easily made from long strips of fabric. Precuts would save time, but nothing is stopping you from cutting your fabric either. Go to the tutorial.
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Jodi from Pleasant Home guest blogs on Whip Up with a tutorial showing how to make a heart-shaped mug rug. This soooo needs a big ol’ cup of hot cocoa sitting on it! Get the tute.
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Michelle Engel Bencsko from Cloud 9 Fabrics shares a tutorial for her Pocket Full of Love pillow. The large heart-shaped pillow has a pocket on the front for a special love note. Get the tutorial.
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Sarah from Sew Saucy shows how to make a dishtowel that stays put when it hangs over your oven door handle. You can make one with a store-bought dishtowel, some fabric, and ribbon. Get the how-to.
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Daisy Janie shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to create twisted pintucks. I love the way they paired this technique with a simple patchwork design to show off the directional texture. So cool! Get the tutorial.
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Jessica from Sew Homegrown shares a tutorial on her blog for making her Sweet Heart Pouch. You could use this small heart-shaped pouch to package a special Valentine’s present, or just to hold sewing notions or other small items. Get … Read more ... 
Jennifer Brasher from Two Butterflies hares a tutorial on her blog showing how to refashion a plain cardigan into her Tuxedo Cardigan. The gathered panels on the front add structure and lots of style. Get the tute.
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Jodi from Sew Fearless shares a free pattern and tutorial for making her Soft Landing airplane. The whole thing is made from soft fabric – even the wheels. This would make such a cute gift for a baby! Go to … Read more ... 
