Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Mariska from No Time To Be Bored shows how to make a simple scarf for spring. It’s a quick, easy project and would look great paired with a plain tee. Get the tutorial.
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Tricia from Leafy Treetop Designs and Leafy Treetop Spot shows how to make a girl’s shirred sundress with ruffled straps. The shirring is done with elastic thread, and makes a stretchy top. The shirred top also makes pretty gathers for… Read more ... 
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shows how to make these long cargo shorts for kids. She calls them the Tasku Shorts, and she made hers out of a man’s dress shirt. The pintucks on the shirt make a cool detail… Read more ... 
Kim from Retro Mama finishes up her Sewing 101 series at Craft Snob with a tutorial showing how to make this super cute Cloudy Day Applique Tote. She begins with a rundown of the different styles of applique, and then… Read more ... 
Donya from Keeps Me In Stitches shows how she made this t-shirt dress in just 30 minutes. She calls it her Make Mommy Happy Dress and it’s made from an old t-shirt (bodice) and some knit yardage (skirt). You can… Read more ... 
Sachiko from Tea Rose Home guest blogs in the Sincerest Form of Flattery series at KojoDesignswith a tutorial showing how to make her Ivory Sunlight Dress, inspired by a similar dress from J Crew. It’s made from… Read more ... 
Maggie from Smashed Peas and Carrots guest blogs in the Comfy Sews vs. Cozy Knits series at luvinthemommyhood (housed on the blog Versus) with a tutorial showing how to make her Everything’s Coming Up Roses skirt. It’s made from a… Read more ... 
Cecilia from So Tei-Tei shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this sweet bunny baby blankie. The small blanket with a bunny softie attached is soft, easy for baby to hold, and made for cuddling! Get the … Read more ... 
Erin from lemontree creations guest blogs in the Sincerest Form of Flattery series at KojoDesignswith a tutorial showing how to make this gorgeous ruffled throw pillow. Get the tutorial.
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Erica from B is for Boy shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her super cute Little Gentleman’s Faux Vest Onesie. The vest is appliqued on to the front of the onesie so your little guy can… Read more ... 
Susan from Crafterhours guest blogs in the Sincerest Form of Flattery series at Craftiness Is Not Optional with a tutorial showing how to make an embroidered sundress, similar to one she found Gap. She used the fancy stitches on her… Read more ... 
Head over to The Purl Bee to find out how to make this chic tote for all of your spring and summer adventures. It’s made from canvas and has pretty braided handles. Find out how to make one.
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Chica and Jo show how to make this fabric covered Easter basket. No sewing is required – just some clever wrapping and a little bit of hot glue. Get the tutorial.
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Lex shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she turns a rather ufortunate dress into this fabulous romper. The one she used is silk, which would be a difficult project for even an experienced sewist. You could make it… Read more ... 
Kim from Retro Mama continues her Sewing 101 series at Craft Snob with a tutorial showing how to make this tissue holder to carry with you in your purse. The overlapping curved openings look so cool – and they’re a… Read more ... 
