Plants made in crochet are a growing success, in addition to the traditional flowers, there are more and more wonderful ideas that use crochet leaves in
A big list of 30 FREE printable sewing patterns and tutorials for women, children, accessories, and home projects. Plenty to keep you busy for a while!
This is a large collection of easy sewing patterns and tutorials that are perfect for beginners and sewing newbies. Click through for the full collection of easy sewing patterns.
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Sewing Patterns and tutorials to make easy but amazingly cute diy Christmas gifts. Sew your own perfect handmade Christmas gifts for family and friends!
How to make a big shirt smaller - take a too large t-shirt and cut it down to size - Photo and video tutorial by Melly Sews
Learn how to sew a zipper with these 6 helpful tips. Sewing in a zipper will be easy on your next sewing project.
Discover the beauty of minimalist designs and create your own capsule wardrobe with these versatile sewing patterns.
Have you ever wondered how to undo serger stitches without ripping them out one by one? This tutorial will show you how.
When it comes to a seam that conceals all raw edges, French seam and Hong Kong seam finish seem to be first that come to people’s mind. But I think the flat felled seam deserves equal accolade. Flat felled seam is, well, flat. Unlike French seam and Hong Kong seam, there is nothing that sticks […]
This is a crochet pattern to make this super cute mini ghost. And it's no-sew! There is a full free Youtube tutorial to make this ghost here! Yarn used Hobbii Baby Snuggle in White Other Items used- US G/4.5mm Crochet Hook - 9mm safety eyes - Yarn needle - Poly fill - Stitch markers *Please note that safety eyes are NOT recommended for children under the age of 3 years. Abbreviations and stitches • MR: Magic ring • St(s): Stitch(es) • SC: Single crochet • HDC: Half Double Crochet • BLO: Back loops only • FLO: Front loops only • Inc: Increase (Stitch 2 SC into the stitch) • Dec: Decrease using the invisible method • (...) x n: Repeat instructions in brackets n times • Bobble: Yarn over, insert the hook, yarn over, pull through a loop. DO NOT complete the stitch. Repeat the steps 5 times in total. There should be 11 loops on the hook. Yarn over and pull through all 11 loops on the hook to complete the stitch. Please see the video tutorial for further detailed instruction on this **This pattern uses US Crochet Terms** Pattern R1: 6 SC in a MR R2: 6 inc (12) R3: (SC, inc) x 6 (18) R4: (2SC, inc) x 6 (24) R5-8: 24SC (4 rounds) R9: 6SC, 1 bobble, 10SC, 1 bobble, 6SC (24) Eyes: between R7 and R8, 5 sts apart R10-11: 24SC Mark first and last back loop of R11 with markers R12 (FLO): ([SC, HDC, SC] into 1 st, sl st into next st) x 12 R13: In back loops of R11 (1st and last sts were marked earlier): 24SC R14: (SC, dec) x 8 (16) Stuff R15: 8 dec (8)
A quick and easy boxy pouch tutorial. By the end of this blog post, you will be able to sew your own box zipper pouch!
free vintage sewing, knitting and crochet patterns
If you've been wanting to learn how to sew but don't know how to use a sewing machine yet, you need to check out Starting to Sew, a free self-paced online class for beginners.
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!
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.
How to Make Bias Tape: Step by Step. Bias Binding Free Sewing Tutorial
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
There is something about bunting that just makes you smile. It seems to represent sunny days, garden parties and all things quaint and pretty. No wonder it is such a popular choice for home decor, …
Cut a CONTINUOUS strip of BIAS TAPE (from one small square of fabric)....a quick way to cut up some bias tape, without wasting fabric!
A pojagi (noun) is a wrapping cloth, but it also refers to a whole collection of sewing techniques by both hand and machine.
Sewing knits and stretchy fabric beautifully is actually very easy, and this can all be done on a sewing machine. No serger required.
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.
This sewing 101 article will help point you in the right direction and get you sewing with ease in no time.
A mitered corner is an elegant finishing touch, a crisp fold that tucks a hemmed…
Written plus video tutorial shows you how to sew a zipper pouch - great practice for zippers and fun and quick gifts to make
How to Sew Perfect Scallops. A photo tutorial to help you learn how to sew scalloped edges for the Highland Avenue House.
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.
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.
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.
Learn how to sew your first quilt with simple instructions and video tutorial from quilting instructor Melanie Ham. This is for beginners to learn to quilt.
Looking for free sewing patterns? Download patterns for dresses, tops, bags, and accessories. Start creating today!
Learn to sew a Ladder stitch (invisible stitch) by hand. The Ladder stitch is great for closing seams and repairing holes in clothes.
Who else loves rotary cutting! I hate using scissors to cut out patterns but pattern weights are a must to keep the paper from slipping …
Everything you need to know about bias tape. Learn how to sew on single fold and double fold bias tape, as well as how to make your own!
A walking foot is used on sewing machines to help evenly feed fabric. Learn how to set up and use a walking foot in this tutorial.
How to Sew Perfect Scallops. A photo tutorial to help you learn how to sew scalloped edges for the Highland Avenue House.
