Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Head over to P.S. – I Made This to find out how to make this silk chiffon capelet, no sewing required. The sequins scattered around the edge make it fabulous. Get the how-to.
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Katie from Punk Projects shows how to turn a pillowcase into a little girl’s dress. She’s making the dresses to donate to the Little Dresses for Africa program. The simple construction and flexible sizing make this a perfect style for… Read more ... 
For the child who loves the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Arianna from Still Parenting tells how she created this clever caterpillar softie. Just like the story, he starts out as a fat little caterpillar. But turn him inside… Read more ... 
Katy from No Big Dill shares a tutorial at Project Run and Play for her stunning Avalanche bustle skirt for girls. One look at this fabulous skirt and you’ll understand why it was the winner of the Winter Wonderland challenge… Read more ... 
Chris from Pickup Some Creativityshares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make an inset heart motif with a finished edge. Her trick makes it easier than you’d think, and you can use this same method with almost… Read more ... 
Ashley from Pretty Posy shares a tutorial for her Little Swan Rosette. The pretty fabric flower is made from layers of gathered fabric and lace, and is attached to a hairclip to make a pretty hair accessory for her daughter. … Read more ... 
Sew4Home shows how to make these striking throw pillows with contrast fabric peeking out from the box pleats. Get the tute.
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Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional shows how to make this pleated headband. It takes just a small rectangle of fabric, so you could most likely make one out of the scraps from the next garment you make and have… Read more ... 
Gwenny Penny shows how to make her Dot, Dot, Dot Valentine Pillow. The pillows are easy to make and embellish with circles of pink and red felt stitched to the front. You can cut the circles by hand, but die-cut… Read more ... 
Mandy from Sugar Bee Craft Edition shows how to make her Pink Fluff Skirt for little girls. The rows of gathered pink tulle are soooo girly!! Get the how-to.
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Katie from Punk Projects shows how to make this cute handlebar bag for your bike. The zippered pouch is embellished to look like a Polaroid camera. Love it! Get the tute.
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Jessi from Sweetie Pie Bakery shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a felt heart locket. The oversized heart pendant opens to reveal a photo of a loved one. A Velcro closure makes it easy to open… Read more ... 
Shwin W. from Shwin & Shwin shows how she made the awesome cape that was her entry into Project Run & Play. Sooo cute! Get the tute.
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Tricia from Leafy Treetop Shop and Leafy Treetop Shop shows how to turn under a curve while keeping the edge all smooth and pretty. The trick is to ease the curved edge with a bit of basting. Get the tutorial … Read more ... 
Thomas from Way Cool Kid shares a tutorial and template on his blog for this Charming Elephant softie, perfect for little hands to hold and snuggle. I’m loving the braided tail and the little birdie embroidery!! Go to the tutorial… Read more ... 
