Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Elizabeth from Oh, Fransson! shares a tutorial on Sew, Mama, Sew! for making a set of nested fabric baskets. The side panels are pieced and quilted. Go to the tutorial.
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Fiddlehead shares a free pattern for the Beach Party Top & Dress that she designed for her daughter. The sundress is perfect for hot summer weather! Pattern is sized for 24m. Get the free pattern.
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Spoonflower has just added organic cotton to its custom fabric printing options. The organic sateen is a certified organic by GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard). It has a 58-inch printable width and is $27/yard. Find out more from Spoonflower.… Read more ... 
Old jeans get a new life as patriotic home decor in this 4th of July tablerunner by Cathie Fillian. Get the tutorial.
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Two potholders combine to make one tea cozy in this project posted by Liza on ikea hacker. Go to the tutorial.
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Potholders also known as Heat pads are perfect little weeknight projects. Perfect… Read more ... 
Protect baby’s head from the harsh summer sun with a sunhat like this one. The Purl Bee shows how to make one. Go to the tutorial.
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Head over to Giver’s Log to find out how to make this bicycle handlebar bag with reflective straps. The body of the bag is made from a sock and will hold a water bottle. Get the how-to.
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Craftzine shows how you can make this dress from a pile of old t-shirts. They show it as a wedding dress, but really this dress could be worn for any occasion, or for no special occasion at all. Go to … Read more ... 
Dana from MADE shows how she reuses fabric scraps when wrapping gifts. She pairs long ribbons made from leftover fabric with plain brown paper sacks. Read more about this cool idea on her blog.
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Christine from Christine Sews shares her method for making a super simple skirt. She starts with a hip measurement and adds 6 inches, thus the name “6-inch skirt”. Go to the tutorial.
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Look at this diaper bag that ReFabulous made for a sports-loving friend! The body of the bag is made from a jersey from the friend’s favorite team. The sides and handles are made from cargo pants, and the lining is… Read more ... 
CraftStylish shows how to make this argyle fleece throw, one of many projects in the book Dorm Decor. Get the how-to.
[photo from CraftStylish]
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Newer is not always better. This is certainly true with sewing machines. If you’re thinking about purchasing an older sewing machine, Sew, Mama, Sew! has some tips for you. Go to the article.
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Jessica from Happy Together made this ruffle tube top, and shares a tutorial so you can make one, too. Great style for summertime! Go to the tutorial.
[photo by Jessica Fediw of Happy Together]
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Bias tape, v-neck, knit fabric… Separately each of these add to the complexity of a garment. But put them all together in one project and they can be outright intimidating. Christine of Christine Sews shares her technique for adding a… Read more ...