Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Megan from Brassy Apple shows how she refashioned an unwanted sweater into a cute new skirt for herself. It takes just one cut and a couple of seams. Get the tute.
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Mandy from Sugar Bee Crafts shows how she made matching skirts for her daughter and her doll out of an inexpensive throw blanket from IKEA. She calls it the Cotton Candy Skirt because of the fluffy textured fabric. It makes… Read more ... 
Delia from Delia Creates guest blogs in the Basic Bodice Design series at iCandy Handmade with a tutorial showing how she made this lace back dress for her baby girl. Love!! This design would also work for older girls and… Read more ... 
Jodi from Sew Fearless made this lovely cardigan out of stretch lace, and she shares some tips and tricks for working with this fabric. Her tutorial is part of the Stretch Yourself series (on Mad Mim and One Little Minute… Read more ... 
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how she gave a 90s flannel shirt a modern update. She shortened it, fitted it in, and gave it a Peter Pan collar. Go to her blog for the tutorial.… Read more ... 
Katie from Punk Projects shows how to make a simple drawstring backpack. It’s made from two rectangles of fabric, plus cording for the drawstring and straps. It’s a great project for someone learning to sew, especially a teen or tween. … Read more ... 
Check out this clever storage hidden under a garment on a clothes hanger! Sew4Home shows how to make one. This is a great idea for travel, when you don’t want to leave jewelry, important documents, or small electronics out in… Read more ... 
Cute panties can set you back a pretty penny, but cheapy panties tend to wear out in just a few washings. My sewing friends, you have another option. Novita from Very Purple Person shows how you can make your own… Read more ... 
Vanessa fromLBG Studioshares a tutorial over at Project Run and Play showing how she made the yellow cardigan that was part of her winning Birthday Girl look (for the Party Dress remix challenge). This is such a smart… Read more ... 
Ruby from Zaaberry made a pretty new cover for her camera strap, and shares a tutorial showing how she did it. It’s a quick and easy project, taking just a few straight seams to complete. The cover is stitched to… Read more ... 
Jenn from A Jennuine Life shows how she used an old sweater and a reverse applique technique to create this Love throw pillow. It’s a cute Valentine decoration, but you could also keep it out year round. Go to her … Read more ... 
Wendi Gratz from Shiny Happy World kicks off a series of video tutorials on working with faux fur. The first installment tells how to get an accurate cut on the thick fabric, and how to do it without getting bits… Read more ... 
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a free pattern for her Forget-Me-Knot baby shoes. The itty bitty Mary Janes have a contrast strap with a knot tied in the center. How sweet would these be on baby feet! Her pattern… Read more ... 
Kristin from Skirt As Top guest blogs in the Stretch Yourself series (co-hosted by byMad Mim and One Little MinuteOne Little Minute and Mad Mim) with a tutorial showing how to make a little girl’s nightgown out of… Read more ... 
Amber from Crazy Little Projects shows how she made this pretty ruffled apron. She suggests making a matching set for mom and daughter. The cutting dimensions at the beginning of her tutorial are for an adult apron. At the end… Read more ...