Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Suzanne from Just Another Hangup shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this gathered muslin throw pillow that features a trio of rolled fabric rosettes. The tone-on-tone palette allows you to focus on the beautiful details. Get … Read more ... 
Rachel Measham-Pywell from Four Wise Monkeys shares a tutorial out at QFD Creative for making this Click to Carry messenger bag for kids. The adjustable strap can be shortened to hang around the back of a car headrest, or lengthened… Read more ... 
Chris from Pickup Some Creativity shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for the Summertime Romper that appeared in the So You Think You’re Crafty competition recently. The pattern is available in size for 18-24 months and 2T-3T. … Read more ... 
Adrianna from Crafterhours shows how to make this beach towel swimsuit cover-up dress. This sleeveless hoodie dress is perfect for the beach or swimming pool! The bright prints of a beach towel are so cute for this project!! Go to … Read more ... 
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shares an easy way to dress up a pair of girls’ socks. She stitches around the edge of the ribbed cuff to create a contrasting lettuce edge. What a cool idea!! This is such… Read more ... 
With summer comes picnics and potlucks, and the inevitable dish covered with tin foil or plastic wrap. But did you know that you can cover your bowl with a pretty fabric for a reusable cover? Just use an elastic strap… Read more ... 
As part of her Summer of Skirts series, Amber from Ruffles and Roses shows how to make a simple A-line gathered skirt. Elastic at the waist makes it easy to construct and easy to fit. Go to the tutorial.… Read more ... 
Prudent Baby shows how to make a cube-shaped ottoman out of woven area rugs. The number you’ll need depends on the size of the ottoman you want to make and the size of the rug(s) you’re cutting up. This would… Read more ... 
Christine at From an Igloo shares a free pattern and tutorial for these stretch knit baby PJ pants. One-size-fits-most with these pants, so you’ll only need minor adjustments to make them in sizes from 6 months to 2T. You can… Read more ... 
Kelli from WhimsiKel guest blogs over at U Create with a tutorial showing how to make this super cute round poof pillow. The front is embellished with yards and yards of gathered ribbon. She also shows how to convert a… Read more ... 
Calli from Make It Do made these picnic napkins that also function as flatware rolls. The pockets hold your flatware during transport, and then unroll into a handy fabric napkin. What a great idea for picnic baskets, where space is… Read more ... 
Maggie from Smashed Peas and Carrots shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make these booster seat cushions out of vinyl tablecloths. The vinyl tablecloths are an inexpensive source of wipe-clean fabric (SO important with young eaters!), and… Read more ... 
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for this Spirit of the People messenger laptop bag made from Pendleton wool. The fabric they use is gorgeous, but you could also substitute a heavy canvas if you don’t have any wool. Go to the … Read more ... 
Everyday Chaos shares a tutorial showing how to make a Summer Necessity swimsuit. If the idea of sewing a bathing suit is daunting, remember that the basic tank is just two pieces of fabric with elastic at the legs, arms,… Read more ... 
Dana from MADE offers a free pattern for the Warhol Dress and its Amore Italiano version (shown here). These loose-fitting, sleeveless knit dresses are perfect for summertime play, but the tie top and the appliqued/stenciled designs are totally high style. … Read more ... 
