Discover the beauty of minimalist designs and create your own capsule wardrobe with these versatile sewing patterns.
Finding the perfect DIY gifts for your loved ones can be much easier when you sew your own with this great list of amazing sewing gifts. Use these DIY gift ideas and enjoy watching your loved ones open these cute sewing gifts. Great for the holiday season or birthdays.
Crochet heart pattern. Want to learn how to crochet a heart? Try my simple, quick and easy pattern to make an adorable heart in just a few minutes!
If you’ve ever wondered what the top things to sell on Etsy are and how to dramatically increase your sales, this is the guide for you.
Learn how to sew a narrow hem (easy even on chiffon) using a ban roll tape. You will like this video sewing tutorial on how to sew a rolled hem on chiffon without a special rolled hem foot.
Sewing knits and stretchy fabric beautifully is actually very easy, and this can all be done on a sewing machine. No serger required.
What is a serger and how do I use it? This is a question I hear all the time. Today we are breaking it down and telling you exactly how to use this sewing machine.
If you have an overflow of scrap fabric in your craft room you and your family can have lots of fun creating any of these cool scrap fabric projects. These DIY crafts with fabric are great for all ages to get creative with! If you're looking for a perfect upcycled project, here are multiple to choose from.
This Chicken Amigurumi Free Crochet Pattern is a trademark of Spring and is a great plushie toy for kids and adorable!
A step by step crochet leaf tutorial in pictures. Many people are asking for a written pattern. I can give it a go by just looking at the images. This may not be right, but please feel free to correct in the messages below. Together we can work it out! Image 1: Chain 9 and… Read More »Step by Step Crochet Leaf
Explore 30 one-skein crochet wonders for home, fashion, and gifts. Crochet these fun projects with leftovers, scraps, and single skeins.
Sew directionally - This handy sewing tip helps you get both sides of the garment to stay the same length throughout the construction process.
Stitching up a simple throw pillow is a fast, low effort way to spruce up any space. Our amazingly creative friend Lia Griffith shares a simple video on how to […]
Memory t-shirt quilt tutorial with easy step-by-step instructions and pictures. Perfect for beginners and experienced sewers.
Learn how to finish a seam and when to use it with one of these 9 seam finishes. There are different seam finishes for knit and woven fabric.
Shirring is an old technique, I know. (Shirring and smocking aren’t actually originally done with elastic…..but it sure makes things easier. And faster.) Sometimes I assume everyone knows how to do it. But then I get another email asking how to shir (or smock) fabric. So it reminds me I shouldn’t assume…………..because it is …
Would you like to know how to sew an invisible zipper fast and simple? Are you intimidated by sewing the invisible zipper? Let me show you the fastest and easiest way to insert an invisible zip that eliminates the need for pins and basting. You don’t need to fumble with pins, baste the zipper or press the zipper teeth flat before starting. This technique will help you to eliminate common problems and get professional results that you will be proud to show off.
These are 18 incredibly easy things to make and sell for extra money online. Featuring Etsy, Google & Pinterest best-selling DIY & craft trends.
Learn the different methods for sewing hems and seams using stitches that seem almost invisible from the front and sometimes from the back of the fabric
Find out how to make your seams disappear when you follow this how to sew lace guide
Here's what to do when your sewing machine thread bunches up. Sewing machine thread bunching up on the top or underside of fabric is a common problem & a frustrating one! But don't despair, there are lots of things you can check to solve this issue. Refer to this checklist before call a sewing machine repair man!
A step-by-step tutorial on how to make pajama shorts from scratch. These easy shorts have an elastic waistband. A video sewing tutorial is included!
I am short. There is no other way to put it. I’m barely 5′ tall. I think I’ve only bought two pairs of used jeans in my life that were already hemmed to my length…ever……
How to sew a ladder stitch - close a seam invisibly - aka slip stitch, blind stitch or invisible stitch instructions
This easy sewing tutorial is to recover an ironing board with a new fabric when the ironing board cover is already worn out and needs a new cover.
Looking for crochet stitches that look like knitting? Whether you are looking for crochet ribbing that looks knit, or want to mimic a specific knitting stitch such as the herringbone stitch, linen stitch, or the classic stockinette stitch, these crochet stitches will help your piece have a knit-like look! Click for the free crochet stitch tutorials.
Learn how to sew a napkin in this simple, DIY cloth napkin tutorial; an easy sewing project for beginners! Customize your table settings and tablescapes. Please note: This post may contain affiliate links, for our full disclosure click HERE. Do you love a pretty table setting but don't have any cloth napkins to adorn it with?
The Hana Tank + Dress Pattern features the bias binding method of finishing the neckline and armholes. While this method is a great scrap buster, the first few times you try it might be frustrating. It takes practice and a little patience to make sure all those seams lay flat with no puckering.
Want to learn how to use a serger? Well this video is perfect for you. Find out the benefits of using a serger and see how fun it can be.
Tiny Sewists - Teaching kids to sew
Looking for a trendy and practical accessory? In this step-by-step tutorial, we'll show you how to create your very own hobo bag-style lightweight fabric
In today’s video, I’ll be showing you how to sew piping into a seam. Piping is a great way to add an extra bit of detail to your garments or home decor items. Plus, it’s fairly easy to do. In this video, I’ll be showing you how to sew piping using a zipper foot to a flat piece of fabric and one that
I am going to show you how to sew a hem that is perfect every time. There are a lot of sewing tutorials that just say "sew a hem"
Five hand stitches that should be in every sewist’s repertoire, by Tasha Miller Griffith.
Learn how to sew a zipper with these 6 helpful tips. Sewing in a zipper will be easy on your next sewing project.
Tunisian stitch patterns are one of the most beautiful and pretty textured crochet patterns I have ever experienced working with...
Written plus video tutorial shows you how to sew a zipper pouch - great practice for zippers and fun and quick gifts to make
I often get a question from my readers - how to sew straight? In this guide, I will show you how to easily keep stitching lines straight. I will talk about topstitching mostly because keeping seam allowances equal is a different topic. Have you ever had problems with crooked stitching lines? I bet you had. Even intermediate sewists are struggling sometimes to do it and had to rip and redo stitching. But sewing in a straight line is much simpler than you think. And I want to help you to sew straight every time.
adding pockets to all the dresses in my closet and so today I thought I would share this post on how to add pockets to any dress. It is life changing!
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