Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
This Scandi style pillow makes a pretty accent for any room in your house! It looks like such a fun project. Sedef Imer from Down Grapevine Lane has a guest post at Diary of a Quilter with a tutorial showing… Read more ...
Sew a quick table runner to brighten up your home! You can make one in an evening. Staci from Crafty Staci has a tutorial showing how. The simple table runner is a great project to feature a favorite fabric print,… Read more ...
Sew a warm winter hat for the cold winter days! Mayra from So Sew Easy shares a free pattern and tutorial for making this faux fur trimmed winter hat. With faux fur being trendy now, there are lots of pretty… Read more ...
A seam roll makes it easier to press shaped and curved fabric pieces. You can buy them, but you can also make your own. Damjana from AppleGreen Cottage has a tutorial showing how, plus a free pattern you can download… Read more ...
Heather from Heather Handmade shows how you can alter a basic sleeve pattern to create a balloon sleeve. It’s a neat detail to add to a simple knit top! The balloon sleeve adds fullness at the lower arm while keeping… Read more ...
Long flights are no fun. but they can be made a little bit better if you can catch some Zs. Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shows how you can sew a simple little travel pillow to help you sleep on… Read more ...
These heart shaped bookmarks make a sweet friend gift for Valentine’s Day! They’re easy to make and you can use your scraps. They slide over the corner of a book or journal to mark your place. Petro from Easy Peasy… Read more ...
So you got a sewing machine for Christmas, and you ran out to the fabric store and got some pretty fabric and a pattern to use…. and then you get home and open up that pattern envelope, and none of… Read more ...
These felt carrot candy pouches are a quick 10 minute project! Brandy from Gluesticks has a tutorial showing how to make them. They’d be cute in Easter baskets this year! Or, fill them with stuffing instead of treats and you’ve… Read more ...
Faux fur is a fun fabric to use for winter sewing projects! It just looks so cozy on pillows and other home decor projects, and it’s a cute trim to add to hats and other accessories. The deep pile can… Read more ...
Like many people, I carry a key and a prox card around with me at work. My work-issued lanyard was functional, but not so attractive. And when you’re wearing something around your neck every day, it’s nice for it to… Read more ...
Bias tape is an easy and attractive way to finish curved edges. You can buy bias tape as single or double fold. I prefer the double fold for finishing edges because the edge that folds around the raw edge of… Read more ...
Turn an old pair of pants into cute skirt overalls! Mary from Sew Much Love, Mary has a tutorial showing how to create this refashion. Starting with a pair of pants lets you keep all of the waistband detailing and… Read more ...
Seam allowances can add bulk or cause bunching, especially if you’re sewing a tight curve or using heavy fabrics. Heather from Heather Handmade shows how to grade and trim seams to reduce bulk and get corners and curves to lay… Read more ...
Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how you can sew these fun and pretty quilted pillow covers. They’re made with a quilt-as-you-go technique that’s great for improv piecing and using up your scraps. Pull out your scraps and see what… Read more ...