Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Soda can cozies (koozies) don’t HAVE to advertise law firms, auto shops, or beer. You can make your own out of your favorite fabric, with a free pattern from Dorinda from Flower Girl Designs. Get the free pattern.… Read more ... 
Leona Gaita shares some ideas on HomeWorkshop.com on ways you can use fabric as wall art, and explains how to ready-made stretch canvas with fabric of your choice. Not only can you get some inexpensive decor for your walls, but… Read more ... 
If you like sewing, but feel overwhelmed when planning a project, check out the sewing kits at Mummy Made It. Whether its a costume for the little one or a dainty little pincushion for yourself, Mummy Made it makes it… Read more ... 
All About You offers a tutorial (and template) for making these miniature teddy bears. This is a great project for fabric scraps! Go to the tutorial.
Looking for more Softie toys to sew? Check out these sewing patterns for… Read more ... 
Editor’s note: The blog linked to in this post is no longer available. Christine from Christine Sews shows how to attach lip cord to a sewing project. Go to the tutorial.
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When you cut into fabric with large-scale prints, placement is everything. Christine from Christine Sews shows how she cuts into toile fabrics and fabrics with large-scale prints so that the images look right on her completed project. Go to the … Read more ... 
Christine from Christine Sews shows how to add gimp trim to a sewing project. Go to the tutorial.
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I love my rotary cutter for cutting straight lines, but cutting curves can be difficult. Even more difficult is cutting an entire circle. Christine from Christine Sews shows how to cut a perfect circle using a rotary cutter. Go to … Read more ... 
Christine Sews shows how to use dental floss for gathering heavy fabrics. The heavier thread will be less likely to break when it’s pulled. Go to the tutorial.
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Most instructions for inserted a zipper assume that you want the zipper hidden, but many of today’s fashions feature an exposed zipper. CraftStylish shows how to add a zipper when you want the zipper to show. Go to the tutorial… Read more ... 
Thrifty Decor Chick shows how she made these throw pillows from placemats. Each pillow is made from one placemat, with the stuffing inserted between the front and lining layers. Easy peasy, lemon squeezy! Get the how-to.
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Craftster user TML Girl made this v-neck tank from an old tee and a bit of polyester she had laying around. She shares a tutorial on Craftster. Get the how-to.
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Nicole Mallalieu from You SEW, Girl! shares a video tutorial showing how to insert eyelets into purse straps. The eyelet kit she uses is available for purchase in her store. Go to the video tutorial.
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Christine from Christine Sews shows how she gets sharp, crisp corners on her patch pockets. She removes extra bulk by mitering the corners. Go to the tutorial. Mitered corners are a fantastic way to achieve a polished, professional look… Read more ... 
If you’ve considered using cloth diapers on your baby but have balked at the price for the initial setup, consider making your own. Craftster user agrafikartist shares a tutorial for making eco-friendly cloth diapers. Go to the tutorial. Sewing pattern: Cloth … Read more ...