Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Sew a kitchen scarf towel that you can wear around your neck while cooking, so you’ve always got a towel within easy reach. This is such a great idea! The section that you wear around the neck is made from… Read more ... 
A rice heat pack feels good on sore muscles and can help soothe a tension headache. They’re super easy to sew so it’s easy to have one on hand. Sew Simple Home has a tutorial showing how you can make… Read more ... 
Sew a bowl of pretty patchwork fabric apples to decorate your home this fall! Jennifer Long shares a tutorial over at the Therm O Web blog for making these patchwork fabric apples. There’s a free pattern that includes three sizes… Read more ... 
This loose fit fall dress is perfect for crisp autumn days! Emily at Life Sew Savory has a free sewing pattern you can use to sew one for yourself. The gathered dress is pretty – especially from the rust double… Read more ... 
This fleece gnome makes an adorable decoration for Christmas or any other holiday! Sew Can She has a tutorial for making this easy gnome decoration. Just change out the color and print of fleece to suit the holiday or season… Read more ... 
A tote bag is a great sewing project for beginners! They’re easy to make but also something you can use every day. It’s always so much fun to use something you’ve made yourself! Heather Handmade has a tutorial showing how… Read more ... 
This list of sewing patterns and sewing tutorials is for Hot pads for the kitchen. Hot pads are great for anyone who is starting out sewing or has limited time to sew.
Hot pads, also known as trivets or pot… Read more ... 
This knotted baby headband makes a cute hair accessory for a baby. It’s easy to sew from a stretch knit fabric. There’s an easy sewing tutorial over at AppleGreen Cottage that you can use to make some. They take just… Read more ... 
Sew your smallest fabric scraps into a handy little pincushion! The scrappy patchwork lets you use even your tiniest scraps. The pincushion will hold your pins and hand sewing needles, and a diagonal ridge across the top gives a place… Read more ... 
Sew a new pair of leggings for yourself! It’s easier than you think and Happiest Camper has a tutorial and free sewing pattern you can use. The free pattern comes in women’s sizes S – L. If you need another… Read more ... 
This boxy quilted tote is made from just one cut of fabric! The large tote is a great size and shape for picnics, day trips, or just every day errand running. The Inspired Wren has a tutorial showing how to … Read more ... 
This giant fleece centipede softie would make a fun soft toy for a child! You can sew one with a free pattern from Scratch and Stitch. Made from fleece, it’s soft and easy to snuggle. The body is long but… Read more ... 
These simple farmhouse style pot holders are beautiful! They’re also easy to sew. Farmhouse on Boone has a tutorial showing how to make some. Finished dimensions are approximately 9″ x 9″, big enough to protect your hands even when pulling… Read more ... 
You may have noticed that in the past few weeks we have featured a few patterns for sewing patterns for men. After trying to find some patterns to make my teenage son some gym shorts, I realized there were very… Read more ... 
A simple fabric headband like this one is easy to sew, and you probably already have everything on hand to make one. Or a dozen, because these headbands are so quick and easy to make you’ll have a hard time… Read more ...