Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
This throw pillow with an oversized monogram is the perfect accent for a child’s room! Lara at How Does She shares a tutorial showing how to make one. It can fit with any decor style just by changing the color… Read more ... 
Heat transfer vinyl is a quick way to add personality to a sewing project – or to a bag or t-shirt that you’ve purchased from the store. But did you know you don’t have to have a Silhouette or Cricut… Read more ... 
This bow bow clutch bag is the perfect accessory for Easter Sunday! Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can make this beautiful bag. The big bow is a showy accent for the front and the striped fabric she… Read more ... 
Make an adorable Easter chick dress for your favorite little baby! Carla here from Creatin’ in the Sticks shares a tutorial at Therm O Web. It’s easy to make because it uses a onesie – you just have to make… Read more ... 
Sew some beautiful ruffled pillowcases for your bedding set! The deep ruffle cuffs give them a high-end designer look, but you can make them yourself for a fraction of the cost. Caroline from Sew Can She shares a tutorial showing… Read more ... 
Amber from Crazy Little Projects shares a tutorial for making a mini zipper pouch. The small size is cute but it’s also super practical – just big enough to hold credit cards and ID but still small enough to slip… Read more ... 
Keep your dog from tracking dirt in your house with this paw towel! Cat from Mary Martha Mama has a tutorial showing how to make one. It’s sewn into a pocket shape that makes it easy to wipe mud and… Read more ... 
Welcome spring to your house with this embroidery hoop art set! It’s filled with happy spring flowers, stitched and appliqued from pretty floral prints. Bev from Flamingo Toes has a free pattern and tutorial. Make one or all of them… Read more ... 
Usually people don’t use the word “bias” as a compliment. But in sewing, bias can be a very good thing. In sewing, bias refers to the direction of a fabric that’s 45 degrees from straight grain. This magic angle gives… Read more ... 
I love fabric and I have a bunch of it all stashed away waiting on the perfect sewing project. I have no trouble acquiring pretty fabrics, but storing them in a way that keeps them organized but also accessible is… Read more ... 
If you believe rainbows and glitter make everything better, you’re going to love this rainbow and glitter tote! Amber from Damask Love shows how you can make one. It’s easier than you think because you start with a plain canvas… Read more ... 
Sew your favorite fabrics into pretty bowls that you can use to organize your sewing notions, office supplies, or your jewelry and hair accessories. Greta from Greta’s Quilting Studio has a free pattern and tutorial for creating them. You can… Read more ... 
A drawstring backpack is a great first sewing project for teens, tweens, and even kids to sew! Svetlana from S.O.T.A.K. has a tutorial showing how to make one. It’s made with all straight seams and can be completed in one… Read more ... 
Susan from Crafting a Family shows how you can make a super simple pillowcase inspired by Mickey and Minnie Mouse. There are no ears to sew or stencil. Instead, she uses fabrics that evoke the characters. Red and yellow and… Read more ... 
Make these fabric napkin Easter bunnies and carrots for your Easter dinner table! Crafty Staci shares a tutorial showing how. These bunnies and carrots are made with fabric napkins designed specifically for the project, so all the colors and details… Read more ...