Sewing Tutorials and Patterns

30+ diy party decorations - Garlands are so simple and inexpensive to make, and give that  perfect finishing touch to your party.  Beautiful home decor but also perfect for summer gatherings, they provide the perfect pop of color to celebrations for kids and adults alike, like this one I made a while ago ( free pattern here ). Check out these trendy DIY party garlands you can make yourself! Read more »

How to make a bow - Learn how to make a cute bow with loops for all your diy presents. Aren't these felt gift bows cute as present toppers? I thought of making more felt decorations last time after my rolled flowers tutorial (here) got so popular - felt loop bows are so easy to make, and you need no template and no sewing machine. Follow this easy tutorial and make sure to scroll down to the end of the post for a few bonus tips. Useful! Read more »

Check out these 20+ best free sewing patterns for women's tops and learn how to make tops that fit your body and budget. Here is a carefully selected collection of free women's top patterns you can sew for any time of the year. Check them out and download the free patterns! Read more »

Mini pouch with free pattern - This is an easy tutorial that also gives you a free PDF template to sew. For when you need something really small, a cute little pocket which can be added to your key or become a doll-sized handbag, or you can use it as a holder for tiny gifts, like I did this time. Together with this (larger) popular coin purse , this mini version would be a great addition to an Etsy shop!  Scroll down to get your free PDF pattern! Read more »

10 sewing tips every beginner should know. Have you just recently started sewing and you'd want to learn more? You've come to the right place. Let me show you a few easy tips, tricks and techniques that will bring your sewing projects to a whole new level. Faster than you think! In combination with my free patterns page , these sewing tips and tutorials will make your sewing easier, your stitches better looking, and your sewing projects faster. Check them out here! Read more »

Learn how to install KAM snaps. What are KAM snaps? These are plastic snaps that are really easy to insert and can be used on practically anything you sew that needs to be closed. Think coin pouches, diaper clutches , cloth diapers, bandana bibs (a  free bib pattern here ), lunch bags and even belts, use them in place of buttons and on hanging bins. In short, you can use KAM snaps on nearly any sewing project! Learn how - in less than 10 minutes! Read more »

These 5 free summer skirt patterns are easy sewing projects you'll want to start right now. The skirt tutorials include a free pattern are all beginner to intermediate sewing projects, just like last time (you loved this popular free skirt pattern collection from a few years back!). Now all you need to do is choose your favorite - scroll down and decide what's the first skirt pattern you want to go for! Read more »