Sewing Tutorials and Patterns

Monthly calendar is a free printable for everybody who'd like to easily keep track of all those birthdays and special dates. It's a perpetual calendar, meaning you can use it forever because the days of the week are not included - only the months and the days.  It can be used for recording birthdays, anniversaries and important dates. Print as many calendars as you like. They make great gifts! Get the free template and also, scroll down for an easy hack to hang the prints! Read more »

An easy way to hide all the raw edges on your project and to create a nice clean finish on your garment, even zipper pouch or home decor. They require no special sewing expertize, except for knowing how to sew a straight stitch. French seams give your projects a professional look. Scroll down and see where's the (only) catch with a French seam. Read more »

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 »