Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Jessica from The Sewing Rabbit shows how to make a circle skirt with a pair of built in leggings. The skirt she made was out of eyelet, so the leggings are a very important addition to the skirt. Even if… Read more ... 
Fusible fleece is normally used between layers of fabric. But Heather fromThe Sewing Loft also uses it to give depth to applique designs. Go to her blog post to read about the advantages of fusible fleece in applique and… Read more ... 
Suz and SewPony brings on the sewing nostalgia with her When We Were Young series. The series will feature bloggers who have recreated a favorite garment from their childhood. Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional has posted the first installment,… Read more ... 
Molly from Molly Tov shows how to make a simple skirt with four panels. The pattern is easily adjusted to get the look you want. You can make it as long or as short as you like. You can flare… Read more ... 
Meream from Bored & Crafty made a new swimsuit cover-up for herself out of two scarves and some buttons. The cover-up is a poncho style wrap, meaning that it slides over the neck and remains open on the sides. It’s… Read more ... 
Heather from Dragonfly Designs shares a tutorial over at seven thirty three showing how to make her Camping Toiletries Bag. It’s a drawstring bag from a heavy canvas fabric. Use it to carry your toiletries when you make the trek… Read more ... 
Tricia from Made By Me & Shared With You shows how to make a cord wrap out of leather (or faux leather). The short leather cord wraps around bundled cords and then Velcroes together to keep the corders from getting… Read more ... 
Anna from Plan B shows how to make a throw pillow cover edged in pom pom trim. A zipper in one of the side seams serves as a closure. It’s an easy project to refresh the look of a couch… Read more ... 
Summertime is strawberry time! Keeley from Hope & Gloria shows how to stitch up a fabric version of a red, ripe strawberry. It takes just a small piece of fabric, so raid your scrap bin for bits of red and… Read more ... 
Maddie from Madalynne answers a reader’s question about how to draft a pattern for a turtleneck. A turtleneck is basically a wide band of fabric attached to the neck of a shirt, but you’ll need to do some measuring to… Read more ... 
Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional shows how to make a little girl’s slouchy cardigan. It’s made from t-shirt knit so it’s a lightweight layer to wear on a cool evening or in an air conditioned restaurant. Go to her … Read more ... 
Kirstin from Kojo Designs guests in Melly Sews‘ 30 Days of Sundresses series with a tutorial showing how to make her Seaside Stripes dress. It’s a simple dress, requiring just two pieces of fabric and a handful of seams. … Read more ... 
Angelina from JoJo and Eloise shows how to make a kid’s beach towel swim wrap. She used terry cloth yardage to make hers, but you could also use a purchased towel if you’re not able to find the terry cloth… Read more ... 
Palak from Make It Handmade has started a new series called Handmade Confessions, which will feature guest posts from other sewists sharing their “confessions.” It could be a deep dark sewing secret, a handy tip, or a funny story. First… Read more ... 
Lula Louise shares a tutorial showing how to make her half circle zippered pouch. It’s a simple zippered pouch, but with a rounded bottom. A removable wrist strap allows you to carry it as a wristlet when you wish. Go … Read more ... 
