Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Christine from From an Igloo shows how to make this fun little clutch purse. The smaller size is perfect for a night out, and it also means that you can make it out of smaller pieces of fabric. Go to … Read more ... 
My Creative Stirrings has the how-to for making a large diaper changing pad with a wipe-clean surface. She gets the wipe-clean fabric from a discount tablecloth. One tablecloth yielded 4 changing pads. Brilliant!! Go to the tutorial.
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Stefi from Just Chic shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to transform a man’s dress shirt into a kicky minidress. Get the how-to.
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Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows off the two newest patterns to her line. The Lots of Ruffles Skirt features layers upon layers of ruffles that girls will love. The Miss Leila Top/Dress sports an elasticized ruffle at the neckline… Read more ... 
This Easy Reusable Grocery Bag pattern is new from Keyka Lou Patterns. According to the description, it’s designed to be easy to load. The wide handles help distribute the weight of the groceries you’ll carry. All function aside, the … Read more ... 
Katherine from Sevi Designs created this hedgehog applique for a recent project (actually, her sweet husband created it for her), and shares the template on her blog. This would be so cute on a onesie or tee! Go to … Read more ... 
Ashley from Make It and Love It shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this layered knit skirt for girls. The raw edges of the knit won’t need to be finished, and will curl a little bit… Read more ... 
Prudent Baby shows how to make a round pouf pillow with ruched sides. Make it from bold colors for a fun accessory for a teen’s room, or from more subdued colors for a more sophisticated look. Go to the tutorial… Read more ... 
Ramona from The Burkeshires shows how to turn an old adult t-shirt into a romper for your toddler. In part 1, she shows how to make the body of the romper. In part 2, she shows how to… Read more ... 
Mama Lusco from Mama Lusco Handmade shares a tutorial on her blog for making a Mama’s Ruffle Shoulder Bag. This large purse has enough room for all the odds and ends that mamas find themselves toting about town. Go to … Read more ... 
When I first started sewing clothes for my daughter’s Groovy Girl doll, I looked for tutorials and patterns. I couldn’t find any, so I grabbed my daughter’s doll and some typing paper and began drafting some simple patterns. I’ve been… Read more ... 
Emily from The Rubber Punkin shows how to make a special tooth pouch that your child can use when leaving a lost tooth out for the Tooth Fairy. The tooth applique is great for little boys, who want the cash… Read more ... 
Jessica from Happy Together shares a tutorial for turning a t-shirt into a cardigan that wraps and ties around your waist. Go to the tutorial.
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The Sewing Dork from Redemption and Confessions of a Sewing Dork shows off the double-sided dishtowels that she made. The two layers make it super absorbant for drying dishes and cleaning spills. And it’s such a simple project – just… Read more ... 
Cathie Filian shares a tutorial for making a crinkle mat for cats. Make one for your feline friend so she’ll quit laying down on old shopping bags and newspapers. What am I saying – she’ll probably still do that. But… Read more ... 
