Sewing

Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew

Tutorial: Pintuck front summer dress

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Dixie from Dixie DIY shows how she modified a basic A-line dress pattern to give it pretty pintucks at the front.  The rows of pintucks are subtle detail that add interest without overwhelming.  They’re sewn on a separate panel of… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy towel beach bag

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Gracie B from Betwixxt guest blogs at The NY Melrose Family with a tutorial showing how you can make a beach or pool tote out of a towel.  It’s a super fast, super easy project.  It takes only 4 steps… Read more ...

Tutorial: Flounce sleeve crop top

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Liz from Cotton & Curls shows how you can make this cute flounce sleeve crop top.  It’s a simple boxy crop top, but with flounces sewn down either side.  It’s awesome in adult sizes, but it would also be a… Read more ...

7 tips for teaching a teen to sew

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Every now and then I have a friend tell me their teen (or tween) wants to learn to sew.  Teaching a teen to sew is different than teaching a child or an adult.  Their interests, their temperament, and their need… Read more ...

Tutorial: Zipper cuff bracelet

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Onel from Onelmon shows how you can make this cool zipper cuff bracelet.  The zippers are all functional, creating a small pocket between the zippers and the felt lining.  You’ll need four zippers, preferably different colors, and a scrap of… Read more ...

Tutorial: Anchors Away pillow

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Camelot Fabrics shares a tutorial for making their Anchors Away pillow. The throw pillow is made in the shape of an anchor and would be a cute addition to a nautical décor theme.  Make it from bold prints for a… Read more ...