Sewing Department
Sewing must be one of the world’s greatest and oldest arts. Our creative sewing department features sewing tutorials and lessons, including the art of no-sew sewing! Learn about different techniques for sewing, including machine embroidery, serging, upholstering, slipcovering and more.
We offer a variety of free project ideas and free samples, from apparel to home decorating. To help you hone your craft, you’ll find a fabric guide, conversion charts, a glossary of terms and a section with information to help you learn about your sewing machine.
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New Tutorials and Pages
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![DIY Easy Hanging Kitchen Towel with Band Tutorial]()
Learn how to sew a hanging kitchen towel with this step-by-step photo and video. This modern hanging towel pattern does not have any snaps, buttons or Velcro.
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![DIY Easy Hanging Washcloth Kitchen Towel Pattern]()
Sew a quick and easy hanging kitchen towel from a store-purchased washcloth and towel.
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![DIY Penny Rug Heart Valentine Ornament with Woven Heart]()
Create a charming Valentine's Day penny rug ornament with this free penny rug pattern. Crafted with a unique woven heart that adds a nice touch to your decor.
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![HAIR ACCESSORIES]()
Browse over 50 beautiful hair embellishments from clips to headbands to bun makers and everything in between. Little girls will love any of these!
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![How to Make and Sew a Lining into a Field Bag]()
Learn how to make a lining for any bag and sew it into the bag. Also, how to mend a bag with a hole along the seam.
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![How to sew a Reversible Casserole Dish Hot Pad]()
This tutorial will demonstrate how to make a reversible hot pad large enough for a casserole dish from 2.5" strips or a jelly roll.
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![How to Sew a Simple Pillow from a T-Shirt]()
Using an old t-shirt with a cute design or one embroidered with an embroidery machine, make a keepsake pillow!
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![How to Thread an Embroidery Needle (So EASY trick!)]()
This quick tip will have your tapestry needles threaded quickly and easily with a simple piece of paper!
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![Sewing Tip - Stitch Sampler for a Sewing Machine]()
Here is a quick tip to make a sewing machine decorative stitch sampler to keep as a reference.
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![TOYS AND GAMES]()
Stitch up some interesting and educational toys and games from fabric. The possibilities are endless!
Trending this Week
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![How to Keep Bobbin Thread from Unraveling]()
This quick sewing tip shows how to use inexpensive, clear plastic tubing as a bobbin thread holder and stop thread from unraveling.
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![Heart Mug Rug Pattern Perfect for Valentine's Day]()
This fun Valentine snack mat is just the right size for a beverage and a snack. Celebrate Valentine's Day all year long with this cozy quilted mug rug!
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![DIY Crinkle Tag Toy for Baby]()
Tag toys are popular baby toys. Learn how to sew a fun, easy, creative and inexpensive crinkly tag toy.
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![Easy DIY Halloween Trick-or-Treat Bag (Free Sewing Pattern)]()
Learn how to make a reversible fabric trick-or-treat bag in less than an hour. Get step-by-step instructions and free patterns for a festive DIY Halloween tote
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![How to make a No-Sew 3D Fabric Snowflake]()
These 3D fabric snowflakes are wonderful fabric Christmas ornaments. This tutorial shows how to make a no-sew snowflake decoration out of fabric.
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![50 Awesome Gift Ideas to Sew and Quilt]()
Our gifts to sew list has 50 sewing projects ideas. This list has something for everyone, whether the gift is for a friend, family member, teacher, others.
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![DIY Reading Book Pocket Pillow Pattern (Free Pattern)]()
Learn how to sew a pillow with book pocket with this free pattern and tutorial. A book pillow makes a fun gift for kids of all ages.
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![Free Hanging Kitchen Towel Pattern and Tutorial]()
Find some store purchased towels and turn them into a hanging kitchen towel with kam snaps using our free hanging kitchen towel pattern and tutorial.
New Stuff
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There are many ways of anchoring hand-sewing stitches. Learn 5 knots.
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Sew Guide
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This article is a beginner's guide to hand sewing needles which will help you select the correct needle for your hand sewing project.
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The Sewing Directory
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When basic hand sewing you need to know how to tie a knot in the thread. Here are three methods - the Granny knot, wrap around finger knot, and wrap around needle knot.
From
Blossoms and Posies
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This blog post shows 4 easy ways to thread a needle.
From
A Beautiful Mess
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This tutorial by Easy Sewing For Beginners shows you how to use a needle threader.
From
Easy Sewing For Beginners
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This is an easy way to tie a knot at the end of a sewing thread.
From
Sempstress
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Which needle should you use for a sewing project? Learn here.
From
Needles by John James
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What is single thread? What is double thread? When should you use them? This article is a guide for you.
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Madam Sew
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Answers to thread looping and bird nesting problems when sewing.
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C. H. Holderby
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Threading a needle can be frustrating. Here are some easy methods.
From
Sewing Guide