Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
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 ... 
Head over to Janome Sew4Home to find out how to make this Strips & Stripes tablecloth. Get the tute. Tutorial: Ruffled table cloth from a tiered skirt Easy DIY Fitted Tablecloth Sewing Tutorial Sewing pattern: Lace skirt from a tablecloth… Read more ... 
ModHomeEcTeacher shares a tutorial on Curbly for making your own oilcloth using linseed oil and heavy canvas or duck cloth. Go to the tutorial.
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Sharp corner points can make or break the final look of your sewing projects, especially in areas like pockets, collars, or tote bag corners. Achieving crisp, clean corners requires precise clipping and turning techniques. This tutorial will walk you through… Read more ... 
Sally from Sew Sally breaks down the basics of creating buttonholes in a simple, approachable manner that anyone can follow. For her Sew, Mama, Sew! article, she starts by emphasizing the importance of measuring your button first, as this will… Read more ... 
Anything But Normal creates these large storage buckets by covering an old laundry bucket with scrapbook paper (paint bucket would also work), and then sews a fabric liner. See how she does it.
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I don’t know how many times I’ve been rockin’ along on a quick sewing project, only to discover that I have to turn a really long strap inside out. On this step alone, my productivity grinds to a halt. Christine … Read more ... 
Keep your hair out of your face with this cool braided fabric headband. Kristin from Lu Bird Baby shows how to make one. Get the tutorial.
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A Room of One’s Own shows how to make this very handy bookmark. Not only does it mark the page in your book, but there’s a pocket attached to hold your eyeglasses. Go to the tutorial.
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The double-turn hem is one of the simplest ways to finish an edge. You can make this hem as deep or as narrow as you wish. Find out how to make this hem at Janome Sew4Home.
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Bethany from A Wednesday Afternoon shows how to make this uber-cute owl purse. My must-sew list just grew a little longer! Go to the tutorial.
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A cut on hem uses a serger to create a finished edge with minimal effort. It looks as if you applied a separate band of fabric on the edge, but in actuality it’s all about how you fold and serge… Read more ... 
One of the easiest ways to add a personal touch to a garment or accessory is to add a custom iron-on patch or applique. Kellie from Rice Babies shows how she creates the shapes for these appliques. Go to the … Read more ... 
Meg from Fashioned by Meg shares her knowledge of sergers with an article on Sew, Mama, Sew! blog. If you’re considering buying a serger, or if you have a serger that you haven’t quite conquered yet, this article will… Read more ... 
This gardening apron will keep all your tools handy when you’re working in the garden. Wiener Dog Tricks shows how to make one. I love the repurposed jeans pockets! Go to the tutorial.
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