Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Jenilyn from Grits & Giggles shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she made this summer top with pintuck detailing at the neck. The design is inspired by a similar top from J. Crew, but her version uses stretch… Read more ... 
A handmade garment or purse (or other project) is something to be proud of, and a custom label lets everyone know who made it. Shelley from Shelley Made used Spoonflower to create a set of custom printed labels she can… Read more ... 
You can find a tutorial at That Morris Family showing how to make this foldover pouch. It would work as a make-up or a basic clutch purse. The simple lines give it a modern edge, and also show off a… Read more ... 
Ruby fromZaaberryshares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for making a little girl’s swimsuit. If you’re wanting to try your hand at making swimwear, a little girl’s suit is a good place to start. Their little bodies don’t… Read more ... 
Fleece Fun shares a free pattern and tutorial for making a basic pair of pants for an 18″ doll. The basic pants pattern is so versatile! You can make them as dolly PJs or everyday summer pants. Add some ruffles… Read more ... 
Lavender from ThreadSquare shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to create a lapped zipper. Ohhh, I am so loving this tutorial! This has always seemed so complicated, but her instructions and photos make it seem so doable now! … Read more ... 
Dana from MADE shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a gauzey swaddling blanket. If you live in a warm climate, then a lightweight breathable fabric makes sense for when you’re wrapping baby up snug-tight. If you… Read more ... 
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs made the cutest pair of ruffled capri leggings for her daughter, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it. Her tutorial shows how to trace around a pair of leggings that fit to… Read more ... 
I’ve been seeing lots of Peter Pan collars on clothes lately. And lots of glitter. Refinery29 combines the two with a tutorial telling how to make a glittered Peter Pan collar. Oh my! There’s no sewing required to complete this… Read more ... 
Tricia from Made By Me & Shared With You shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to create a blind hem. on your serger. With a blind hem, the fabric is folded and stitched in such a way that… Read more ... 
I am loving this Bow Bag by By Night! The square bag has a large bow set diagonally across the front. It’s zippered across the top and has a long adjustable strap. She shares a tutorial on her blog… Read more ... 
Blissfully Domestic shows how to make a magnetic fishing game for little kids. The colorful fish can be made from scraps of colorful fabric. This would be a fun activity for a rainy day! Get the tutorial.
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Christie from A Lemon Squeezy Home guest blogs in the Sewing for Me! series at Sewing In No Man’s Land with a tutorial showing how to make her Easy Peasy Shirt. This style of shirt is very popular right now,… Read more ... 
Luz from A la busqueda de Cosas Bonitas (In Search of Pretty Things) shows how to make her Tilda tote. The simple lines of the squarish tote show off pretty patchwork. She used coordinating floral fabrics to give it a… Read more ... 
Nikkala from The Crafting Chicks guest blogs in the Sewing for Me! series at kojodesigns with a tutorial showing how to make a simple business card wallet. The small wallet opens to reveal two clear vinyl pockets to hold business… Read more ... 
