A beginners guide for how to cut and sew clothes. This breaks down how clothing is made and how easy the step by step process is!
Lots of free bag sewing patterns, diy projects, and tutorials. Sew messenger bags, tote & book bags, hobo, slouch, & sling bags, drawstring, diaper, duffle, lunch, shopping, beach, and travel bags, backpacks, purses & clutch bags, large & small bags. Many simple & easy designs.
Sewing knits and stretchy fabric beautifully is actually very easy, and this can all be done on a sewing machine. No serger required.
No matter your skill level, our sewing projects for clothing, accessories, handmade gifts, stuffed animals, and beyond will hope you hone your skillset.
DIY Split Leg Pants (No Sewing Required): I've seen these chic and stylish split-leg pants in a few stores and I love the look, so here's an easy no-sew DIY way to make your own. Enjoy! :) Full video tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EdLe8n0xao4
Here are some of the most important lessons I picked up in my first year of sewing. This isn't an exhaustive list, but these are some of the things that I struggled with or that confused me at first. These tips and tricks should help a beginner who is just learning to sew.
How to Sew Spandex: In this instructable, I'm going to show you how to construct a one-piece spandex superhero costume using a home sewing machine. Contrary to popular belief, sewing spandex on a home machine is actually quite easy and effective with the right tools an…
Here are some of the most important lessons I picked up in my first year of sewing. This isn't an exhaustive list, but these are some of the things that I struggled with or that confused me at first. These tips and tricks should help a beginner who is just learning to sew.
Learn how to Grading Altering Sewing Pattern Sizes. Modify your patterns to use the sizes that fit your body with this easy tutorial.
Sewing tricks from professional seamstresses. Your sewing is about to get easier and more efficient. Grab a project to test them out!
9 Must have sewing notions that you didn't know you needed! What tools do beginning sewers need? Our recommended sewing notions & tools.
River rocks look beautiful when wet but dull when dry. In this tutorial I'll show you how to make river rocks shiny with a natural oil finish.
In this sewing tutorial I want to show you how to use a twin needle - a very simple tool that expands the capabilities of even the most ordinary sewing machine. Learn threading a twin needle, twin needle types and sizes, find out how to avoid tunneling when using a twin needle. Very useful sewing tips. #sewingtutorials #sewingtips #howtosew #sewinghacks
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!
Learn How to Make Your Own Patterns - Part One Pattern Making Basics - The Pattern Making Process
Quilting for Beginners teaches newbies how to quilt from the basics, start to finish. This 5 part series walks you through each step of quilt making.
Bunching thread? Breaking needles? Skipping stitches? It happens to the best of us. We consulted Becky Hanson of Singer Sewing Company to keep your sewing experience positively seamless.
Read this article to learn how to fix the tension on a sewing machine. Your stitches will look absolutely perfect.
You know how it’s always about the details. When sewing with knits, the details really matter. Learn about those details and why they they make a difference.
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 […]
If your sewing and stitches aren't going smoothly, your sewing machine tension may be the problem. Here's how to determine where the problem lies, and how you can prevent thread nests as you sew.
12 sewing hacks, tips and tricks that every seamstress should know! Use everyday household items to make sewing easy!
Sewing machine skipping stitches? Learn all about common causes and the top 10 fixes to troubleshoot this problem. Instead of a regular, even line of stitching, you’re met with some lengths of thread that are longer than others, skipping across the fabric instead of anchoring it together. These longer stitches are called “skipped stitches.” They’re frustrating and annoying, and they happen to even the most experienced seamstresses.
How to choose a sewing machine needle - universal vs knit vs sharp needles - which needle should you use for which fabric
Learn about Sewing Knits Fabrics. Here you'll learn how to sew stretch fabrics, with and without a serger. Become a knit fabric expert.
Top-stitching is a really handy technique, especially for sewing projects like a tote or any other sort of bag. Learn how to top stitch here!
How to make a sewing pattern bigger or smaller - sewing pattern grading - make a sewing pattern a different size
you’re new to sewing, you may have just started with the standard presser foot that comes on the machine and haven’t yet changed it out.
Learn how to sew slippery fabric by using these sewing tips for sewing lightweight fabric. Make tricky fabric easier to sew and work with!
Hundreds of Free Dress Patterns, Templates & Tutorials I have collected this massive list of free dress patterns, templates & tutorials from a wide selection of trendy designers and talente…
Learn a fun new hand stitching tip that makes accurately spacing your hand stitches quick and easy.
Here is a very interesting sewing tutorial for your sewing projects. Learn how to sew with the bobbin thread in the needle. Find out why you may need to do it.
When sewing a curved seam, you are supposed to be clipping or notching the seam allowance, so that the seam can stay flat and smooth. The rule is that when the seam is concave, you clip the seam allowance; when the seam is convex, you notch the seam allowance. This is an important step. Without […]
Have you wanted to start sewing clothes yourself? Making clothing (for yourself or others) is an amazing skill to have, and can be so rewarding and fun! Picking the perfect fabric, adding or avoiding certain features, and customizing it to your shape and size are just a few of the reasons why you should learn to sew garments. If you want to see how to start sewing clothes but don't know exactly how then this How to Get Started Sewing Clothes guide is for you! Find more projects like this during our National Sewing Month celebration, too! This is the ideal guide for a sewing beginner, as this advice will have you prepared for when you start sewing clothes. Here are some tips to get you on the right path for sewing garments from start to finish. Sign Up for Free Patterns
A great list of over 50 sewing tutorials, with many different sewing projects, tips and techniques. Many of these sewing tutorials include video lessons.
Learn the best kept secret on your sewing machine!
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!
Don't stress over the tension dials on your sewing machine. Find out when and how to set and adjust thread tension.
Chris of Ella’s Craft Creations shares an excellent method for transferring an embroidery design to fabric. In her needlework tutorial, she will show you one of the easiest ways to …
If you’re short like me chances are you’ve missed out on buying that great fitting pair of pants because they’re just too long. Did you know taking up a pair of pants if fairly easy to do, with or without a sewing machine?! I’ve made a few video tutorials over the last couple of years […]
Take your sewing projects to the next level using these sewing tips and tricks.
How to troubleshoot sewing machine tension! Loose, tangled stitches are a problem and there IS a solution. Use this thread tension checklist to fix it!
Using invisible thread can be tricky when working on a quilt project. This video gives a few helpful tips on when to use the thread and the type you should look for.
Finding the straight grain of fabric is important to do before beginning a new project. Learn tips for finding the straight of grain in fabric.
Learning to serge? Use these serger hacks and sewing tips on your next project! These are proven hacks that make serging a snap!
As every seamstress or tailor knows, the little bits that get into a sewing machine can spell big trouble. Here is a quick and easy tip to deep clean your sewing machine so that it will keep going and going.
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.
Master how to use a serger before your next project by watching this instructional video and you can use it in more fun and creative ways.
How to choose a sewing machine needle - universal vs knit vs sharp needles - which needle should you use for which fabric