Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Brenda from Therapeutic Crafting shows how to applique ribbon on to a t-shirt into a pretty bow design. Great idea! Get the tute.
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Kelly from Sewing In No Man’s Land shares a tutorial for her Couture Cutie dress with a bustle back. It was her winning entry into the Sweet Dress challenge at Project Run & Play. The design of her dress… Read more ... 
Jessica from Running With Scissors shows how to make a pacifier clip. One end of the clip attaches to the pacifier, the other to a bib or the child’s clothing. Then, when the baby decides to drop the pacifier, it… Read more ... 
Laura from Wilsons Etsy Storeshares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog showing how to make dress-up crowns. The pattern includes 6 different shapes for the crowns. The possibilities for combination of shape and fabric choice and embellishment… Read more ... 
Kirstin & Jordan from KojoDesigns share a tutorial on their blog showing how to make this beautiful baby dress with rows and rows of ruffles on the skirt. Though the ruffles are super fancy, it’s made to be comfortable on… Read more ... 
Kimbo from A Girl and a Glue Gun shows off the felt playmat she made for her daughter’s Littlest Pet Shop figures. It has a pond area, a farm area, a pond area, and roads connecting them. What more could… Read more ... 
Ady from Crafty Ady shows how to make a glasses case with a flex frame opening. The case is lined and padded for extra protection for your glasses. Go to the tutorial.
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It’s not Valentine’s Day without conversation hearts, and Vanessa from Punkin Patterns shows how to make a super cute garland from felt versions of the popular candy. Get the tutorial.
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Kirsty from You Had Me At Bonjour shows how to make a hanging organizer to keep all of your remotes happy and together and in one spot. She made hers with four pockets at the bottom for her larger remotes… Read more ... 
Jessica fromSew Homegrown shows how she created a new tablecloth for spring. Instead of sticking with just one print, she pieced several together to create a more eclectic look. Piecing it also means that you don’t have to stick… Read more ... 
Jenny B Harris from All Sorts shares a free pattern for her Fluffy*Stuffy Bunny. This sweet little bunny is made from a soft fleece fabric and wears a pretty dress. I’m loving her little heart nose and the scalloped collar… Read more ... 
Kathleen from Grosgrain shows how make a used pair of shoes fabulous with the addition of a new insole. A new insole made of a kicky fabric print. Love, love!! This is making me want to go find a pair… Read more ... 
Vivian from Craft with Confidence shows how to make her Rockin’ Boy Slippers. Foam in the soles make them soft and cushy, and a bit of elastic at the heels helps them stay on. But don’t let the name fool… Read more ... 
Head over to Sew, Mama, Sew! for a free pattern for making this little bullfinch ornament made from bits and pieces of scrap fabric. It’s an excerpt from the book Scandinavian Stitches by Kajsa Wikman. Go to the free pattern.… Read more ... 
I like to think of bias tape as my little magic sewing friend (or maybe my secret weapon?). It finishes off the edges of my fabric so cleanly, and when made from contrasting colors or prints it gives a little… Read more ... 
