Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
The best sewing notions aren’t necessarily found on the notions wall in your craft store. They’re not necessarily even found in a craft store! Kate from See Kate Sew shares her 10 favorite sewing supplies that are actually household or… Read more ... 
I rarely wear shoes in my house, but I also don’t always want to be completely barefoot. For those times, a pair of slippers is perfect. Especially if they’re lightweight and slip on, like these summer slippers by Melissa from… Read more ... 
Here’s a quick little project you can sew that’s super cute and super useful. Natalie from Sew Hungry Hippie shows how to make a simple little needle case. It’s made from vinyl and uses only a couple of seams plus… Read more ... 
Sew a tote that gives you two looks in one! Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free sewing pattern for making a reversible fabric and vinyl tote bag. One side is made from vinyl for a more polished look,… Read more ... 
You can easily make this beautiful fabric flower fall wreath from strips of scrap material or cheap remnants from the fabric store. Patti from Hearth & Vine shows how you can make one. It’s great for any time of year! … Read more ... 
This large world map floor cushion would be a great gift for anyone with wanderlust! The map itself is made from scraps of old jeans. Claire from Pillar Box Blue shares a tutorial and free pattern. You can personalize the… Read more ... 
Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shows how you can embellish a pair of jeans with bleach and a stencil. You can add stencil bleach designs to the ankles, like she did, or to accent the pockets or legs of the… Read more ... 
Sewing knit fabric is easy, though hemming can be tricky. The stretch of the fabric can make it difficult to get a smooth hem. Emily from Life Sew Savory has a post all about hemming knits – stitches, tips, techniques! … Read more ... 
Make back-to-school a little more special with a handmade backpack for your child! Alicia from Sew What Alicia shares a free sewing pattern and tutorial showing how. The quilted backpack is made from quilting weight cotton – with so many… Read more ... 
It takes just a few easy seams to turn a vintage pillowcase into a handy bed baddy! I’ve got a tutorial over at Bombshell Bling showing how. The bed caddy has two rows of pockets so you can hold books,… Read more ... 
Cyntia from My Poppet uses latch hook to create this shaggy pillow. The deep pile of the yarn gives it a luxurious texture. She shares a tutorial showing how she made it, including her trick for sewing the pieces together… Read more ... 
Remona from The Stitching Scientist shows how you can make a little girls triple layer ruffle skirt. You can make one in any size because she gives directions for figuring cutting dimensions based on your child’s measurements. Fabric requirements she… Read more ... 
Whether on a t-shirt or dress, drawstring gathers are a fun and trendy way to add shaping and texture to your clothes. It’s an easy addition to make to ready-to-wear clothing or on clothes that you’re sewing for yourself. BurdaStyle… Read more ... 
I’m always amazed at how much bias tape I can make from a single fat quarter. I’m pretty good at math, but trying to accurately estimate how many bias strips you can get from a cut of fabric is… Read more ... 
Rounded bag bottoms can be tricky to sew. You’re essentially sewing a closed circle of fabric around a curved line. It’s easy to let the curves trip you up, and then you end up with tucks and puckers. Mayra from… Read more ...