Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Katy from No Big Dill shows us how to make a simple cover for a throw pillow. The simple square shape is a great way to show off a cool fabric print. The cover is easily removable (buttons across the… Read more ... 
Scared Stitchless has the how-to for making this simple tee with velvet ribbons stitched in stripes down the front. She calls it her Velvet Raindrops Tee. The embellishment is inspired by a dress from Modcloth, though her version makes a… Read more ... 
Nicole from Cole’s Corner and Creations shares a tutorial at Project Run and Play showing how to make a pair of shorts trimmed in bias tape. The look is inspired by designer Rami on Project Runway. Get the tutorial at … Read more ... 
Elizabeth from Simple Simon and Co. shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a stand-alone Peter Pan collar. It ties around the neck rather than being attached to the garment, so one day you can add or… Read more ... 
Anshu from Blooms and Bugs shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a pair of bubble pants (think Aladdin) for little girls. These pants are sooo cute! I am especially loving the asymmetrical waistband, tied on one… Read more ... 
Lizzie B. from Cotton & Curls continues her Tailer It To Fit February series with a tutorial showing how to add a bit of extra length to the hems of a t-shirt. You’ll be adding in extra fabric. You can… Read more ... 
Seamingly Smitten shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a bubble halter top for a little girl. The straps tie at the front in a big bow. You could also reverse the top to have the bow… Read more ... 
I’m loving the neckline on this t-shirt! At first glance it looks like it’s braided, but it’s actually a simple chain stitch made from a strip of fabric. The Gilded Hare shows how to do it. This technique doesn’t require… Read more ... 
Ilene from Come On, Ilene! gave an old cardigan sweater new life as a cowl scarf. The chunky cable knit and buttons look pretty cool on the cowl, don’t you think? It’s a quick, easy project and she has a… Read more ... 
Melissa from Honeybee Vintage shows how to make a set of curtains out of bed linens. What a great idea! She used a duvet that she found at a thrift store, but you might also be able to pick one… Read more ... 
Sew4Home shows how to make this handy little caddy for organizing your sewing notions. They made it from a cute Hello Kitty fabric, and then made a matching Hello Kitty pincushion. Cute!!! Get the tutorial.
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Melissa from Melly Sews shows how to make a gathered fabric flower. Her version of the fabric flower uses two layers of gathered petals and a pretty bead finishing off the center. She put it on a headband to make… Read more ... 
Suzanne from Just Another Hangup shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for making her Snap Trap Lil’ Kids Wallet. The small fabric pouch has two pockets – the zippered pocket across the front that you can easily… Read more ... 
Terra from Mama Says Sew guest blogs at Prudent Baby with a tutorial showing how to make a retro-inspired top for a little girl. The Peter Pan collar is all sweetness. She has a free pattern for a size 3T/4T. … Read more ... 
Jennifer Overstreet from Gable House Quilting and Designs shares a tutorial at Moda Bake Shop showing how to make a handy organizing caddy. Thanks to a weighted sand pocket at the top, the bag can hang from the side of… Read more ... 
