We really love easysewingforbeginners.com. The owner Domenica is such a talented sewer and her videos are clear, concise, and always receive fabulous feedback.

One of the most important steps to follow when sewing is choosing the right needle for your project. A wrong needle can leave holes in the fabric, snag it or skip stitches so let’s answer the two most common questions regarding sewing needles. What does that number mean? Let’s start by understanding the numbers on […]

Have you fallen in love with a pattern, only to find that it doesn’t come in your size? A few ladies told me that Itch to Stitch’s patterns don’t come in their sizes – some are smaller and some are larger than the measurements. Perhaps you have a tween who is not quite big enough to […]

Stem Stitch is my favorite hand embroidery stitch, because it is so versatile and so attractive. The poor stem stitch doesn’t get the attention it is due, in my opinion – most folks tend to stitch lines today using backstitch, running stitch, and chain stitch, more than they do with stem stitch. But stem stitch ...

This Leopard Print Knit Stitch Pattern uses either two or more yarn colors. Get colorwork design with free written instructions and chart.

Everyone needs an afghan or two to throw over the couch for chilly days, and the more basic, the better. The Essential Effortless Afghan is a super-simple knit blanket pattern that can be adapted to fit any color scheme or decorating theme. Beginners learning how to knit a blanket will appreciate this easy knitting pattern, which is pieced together from five knitted strips. Made using the stockinette stitch, this is one of the easiest beginner knitting patterns in existence and is sure to impress. Don't miss this chance to wrap yourself in the quick and easy comfort of this classic checkerboard pattern.

If you’re just joining us here on Needle ‘n Thread, we’ve been exploring five different ways to interpret wheat in hand embroidery. Last Friday, we looked at how to embroider wheat in two quick and simple ways, using daisy stitch and granitos on two different stalks. Before that, in Part 1, I posted the free ...

The Autumn League Pullover is a crewneck raglan sweater that evokes memories of Friday night football games, crisp fall evenings, and a general sense of nostalgia. The doubled ribbed neckband, v-insert neck triangle, and side slit details give personality and add to the classic appeal of this sweats

Repair those damaged seams with some easy hand sewing methods to make your items good as new. This video demonstrates two different methods depending on whether or not you have access to the inside of the seam.

I've made lots of sewing mistakes with clothing that sit in my closet instead of being worn. I'll tell you how I learned about how to sew clothing I love.

A twin needle is created from two needles attached to one shaft with a plastic bridge connector.See how to use this speciality needle in your sewing.

The Autumn League Pullover is a crewneck raglan sweater that evokes memories of Friday night football games, crisp fall evenings, and a general sense of nostalgia. The doubled ribbed neckband, v-insert neck triangle, and side slit details give personality and add to the classic appeal of this sweats

This simple beanie is worked in the round on circular needles and knits up quickly, you can knit it in one or two evenings. This basic model fits snugly and it can be easily modified, you can make the body longer, or change the height or type of the ribbing. This hat is a great way for beginners to practice knitting hats in the round.

I guess this is the most ingenious pattern for knitted gloves I've ever came across! It appeared in 1943 in the AWW as part of a series o...

Today, just a quick little stitch tip to start your week off – and hopefully to make your embroidery quicker and easier! Last week, we talked about the back of embroidery projects and I shared three tips to help you keep the back neat when it matters. Among those tips, we looked at how to ...

Popular Nashville beauty blogger Nashville Wifestyles shares her micro needling experience with you! Click here to find out everything you need to know!

This listing is for digital files only. Here my new Beginner's Punch needle Guide. It includes basic rules, supplies list, 15 types of stitches (with videos) and two printable patterns (bouquet and butterfly pattern for pillow). This beautiful patterns can be punched by pros or beginners. This guide is in English and includes: • A PDF file with description of punchneedle technique, basic rules and popular mistakes, 15 types punchneedle stitches (with videos) and 2 patterns for your homework • 30 pages of instructions, recommendations, step-by-step videos, tips & tricks for how to punch With the help of this guide you can make a wonderful decor for yourself or as a gift, and diversify your works. I will tell you: * how to choose punch needle, cloth, frame and threads * how to trace the pattern * how to thread a needle * basic rules in punch needle * how to embroider: - ordinary basic stitches - parallel stitches - chaotic stitches - basic and clipped loops - long parallel stitches - long parallel stitches and fringe - leaf decor - round flowers decor - flower buds decor - small flower shoots decor - lush flowers decor - wheat ear decor - chamomile decor A quick reminder!!! This listing is for digital files only.

The inner thigh/crotch area of jeans is subject to wear and tear, over time modern stretch denim can tear or develop holes. It is easy to apply a patch of simil…

This crochet tutorial shows how to make the bead stitch step-by-step. The tutorial includes detailed photo instructions.

This cool pattern is free with your purchase of Plump Superchunky yarn for this pattern by Mrs Moon!  Just let us know in the Notes section of your order and we will email you the pattern. Hunky Dory is a two-colour brioche knit with a very sloppy fit and fabulous voluminous sleeves. It’s knitted from the top down in the round and comes in sizes S through to XXL. It’s knitted on 12mm needles so although it sounds as though it could be a heavy knit it’s actually incredibly light and squishy. The pattern includes videos on how to set up the brioche, the brioche increases and decreases (at the cuff). If you’ve never done two colour brioche before, it really isn’t difficult and you can certainly give it a first go with this jumper but it’s probably not for a total beginner! The jumper is a very loose fit.  We’d really recommend checking out the different size measurements if you want a closer fitting garment or are considering sizing up.  We’ve had lots of positive feedback about this sweater already. It uses two colours of Plump Superchunky. Shown here in Lemon Curd & Pavlova and Malt Loaf & Gooseberry Fool. Feel free to make your own combos, or check out our kits with our recommended combos here! You will need: Plump Superchunky: Main colour (shown in Lemon Curd): 4 (5, 5, 6, 6) Contrast colour (shown in Pavlova): 3 (4, 4, 5, 5) 12mm circular needles (60cm and longer as required) 10mm circular needles or dpns for neck and cuffs. Scraps of yarn for stitch holders and stitch markers Gauge: 6.5sts and 8.5 rows to 10cm (4”) in pattern. Sizes: S (M, L, XL, XXL) Finished garment measurements:  Size Chest Circ. Length Small 135cm (53") 42.5cm (16 ½") Medium 147cm (58") 47cm (18 ½") Large 160cm (63") 51.5cm (20 ¼") X-Large 172cm (67") 56cm (22") XX-Large 178cm (70") 56cm (22")

PDF version of pattern can be purchased here on Raverly.The Every Day Tank Sizes: Small (S): 34’’ bust (86 cm)Medium (M): 38’’ bust (96.5 cm)Large (L): 42.5’’ bust (108 cm)X-Large (XL): 47’’ bust (119 cm) Gauge: 9 sts and 15 rows/rounds = 4 inches/10cm in stockinette stitch Supplies:YarnS, M, L – 200 yards of weight 5 Bulky YarnXL – 300 yards of weight 5 Bulky YarnNeedlesUS 15 (10mm) 24’’/40cm circular needlesOther2 stitch markers (preferably two different colors to indicate beginning and middl

This Easy Knitted Heart Pattern creates a sweet shape that lays flat in garter stitch. It is knitted top-down on straight knitting needles. Begin by making two humps with knitting increases. The middle section is just a few knitted rows. Finish by creating the decrease rows that taper down to the bottom of your heart shape.

I took part in the #LilaKAL that is going on at the moment. On My Making List 2015 was a warm sweater for me and I decided that this would be a quick way of getting it done. I held two yarns together - a strand of Pear Tree 8ply seconds and a strand of Isager Tvinni. It gave me a gauge of 16 sti

When it comes to decreases, sometimes we need to reduce two stitches at the same time. It often happens in lace patterns and when we shape the crown of a hat or knit toys. No matter why this decrease is required in the project, it’s better to make it as nice-looking as possible. Double vertical […]

This casual crewneck pullover works up before you know it with two strands held together. The relaxed fit and loose knit makes this the perfect companion for summer nights.

Craft this adorable Easy Knit Charity Bear. It's a perfect project to practice your stitches on and advance your skills, then you can ...

This crochet tutorial shows how to make the interlocking block stitch step-by-step. The tutorial includes detailed photo instructions.

The next stop on our Deco Pattern release train is my Ivory Deco quilt! In case you missed it, the Deco Quilt pattern is now available! If you haven't already read my initial blog post about the two-color Deco quilt that I made, be sure to check that out here. You'll find my inspiration, pattern sizes fabric requirements and other details about Deco. This particular Deco quilt was my second iteration of the design. While my first Deco used two colors, I always knew that I wanted to find a way to introduce more colors into the quilt. I began to experiment with how different fabric groupings within the quilt can change the overall appearance of the design. In my many hours of playing around with different combinations, I noticed that there were certain trends that I was gravitating towards. I think this is apparent in my mock-ups in the pattern and the different Deco quilts that I've created. Ultimately, I wanted the center of the quilt to radiate outward and have a

Jessica Giardino tells us how we can stabilize our favorite sewing patterns so that they will stay around for a long time.

A step by step tutorial on the three-needle bind-off technique for beginners including a video. Join two pieces together without seaming.

Detailed knitting tutorial about two ways to knit into the front and back of a stitch to make increases without forming a hole.

This crochet stitch tutorial shows how to make the little combs stitch. The tutorial includes photo instructions and a video tutorial.

Stay warm all night in these men's pyjama sets, featuring a 100% polyester drop needle microfleece top and bottoms from 100% cotton yarn-dyed flannel. The sets are available in M, L, XL, and XXL. The pyjama set top has 180gsm for superior warmth, while the pants offer an adjustable waist with drawstrings and two side pockets for added comfort.

Learn how to knit a yarn over between both knit stitches and purl stitches with these step by step photo and video tutorials!