Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
See how you can DIY a trendy bum bag or fanny pack! Those of us who are old enough will recognize these bags as a 80s trend that has made its way back around. Now That’s Peachy has a tutorial… Read more ... 
Everything is made better with pockets! Sew 4 Bub has a free sewing pattern you can use to add pockets to the next pair of women’s shorts you sew. She designed the pattern to go with the Thread Faction Multi-Knit… Read more ... 
Sewing trims are easy to make and can make a plain project into something that sings! Here’s a simple way to make pleated trim using a fork. Elizabeth Made This shows how to make DIY pleated trim. Making it yourself… Read more ... 
This découpage method for painting with fabric is an easy and beautiful way to use up some of your extra scraps you don’t know what to do with. Make a beautiful flower or any other collage! The mix of colors… Read more ... 
This Christmas stocking is perfect for holiday parties! It dispenses boxed wine so holiday cheer is at the ready! Beginner Sewing Projects shows how you can make this fun Christmas DIY. It’d make a great hostess gift for Christmas parties!… Read more ... 
This retro apron is perfect for all that cooking and baking we’re doing now! Crafty Staci has a free pattern you can use to sew this adorable apron. The ruffle and tie make the back even cuter than the front!… Read more ... 
You don’t have to be an expert seamstress to make this gorgeous pillow sham. Susan at Organized 31 shows how you can sew this pillow sham with a flange. Just pick out a favorite fabric and a few simple… Read more ... 
Learn how to make yourself a stylish DIY turban headband for the summer with the help of this tutorial! The simple design makes it easy enough for a beginner to make, and a quick project for more confident sewists. Go … Read more ... 
The Jasmine bra is a simple yet rewarding sew. If you are tired of drab patterns then the only solution is to make your own.
The new & updated instructions will walk you through how to sew a lined or… Read more ... 
I’ll the be the first one to tell you that you don’t need a machine that does 80 different stitches in order to sew beautiful things. A simple straight stitch will get you pretty far. And if not a straight… Read more ... 
A handmade baby bib always makes a thoughtful gift for a new baby! Mary Martha Mama has a tutorial and free pattern for making this baby bib with square corners. Use a fun cotton fabric for the front, and a… Read more ... 
This sewing pattern shows you how to make a crayon roll perfect for kids gifts, kids party favors and beginner sewing projects. This tutorial is easy to follow and uses blanket stitch to finish off the edges. You can see… Read more ... 
Sew a deck rail planter to brighten up your outdoor space! Beginner Sewing Projects shows how to make this DIY deck rail planter that will fit on even a small deck or balcony. The fabric planter hangs over a railing… Read more ... 
Sew a pair of summer shorts with this free pattern from So Sew Easy! The elastic waist shorts are gorgeous made from linen, but you could also use a high quality, loose weave cotton. There are optional slanted patch pockets… Read more ... 
This harvest apron can easily turn into a wearable pouch to hold the veggies from your garden! Heather Handmade shows how you can sew your own harvest apron. Just pull the loops at either corner up and over the… Read more ...