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.
Our online shopping center enables you to order supplies quickly and easily from the convenience of your home.
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New Tutorials and Pages
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![How to Easily Sew a Zipper into a Project (YouTube Tutorial)]()
Adding a zipper can seem like a daunting task! This zipper tutorial shows how to install standard zippers with a sewing machine in a sewing project.
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![How to Lengthen Pants That are Too Short (YouTube Tutorial)]()
This video and photo tutorial will demonstrate how to make a pair of pants longer using hem or bias tape.
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![How to Make Piping for Sewing Projects with Zipper Foot]()
Learn how to sew piping using a zipper foot! Sewing cording into the fabric makes this piping really stand out and look elegant.
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![How to Sew an Apron for an 18-inch Doll (Free Pattern)]()
Use this free pattern and step-by-step instructions to sew a stylish apron for an 18" doll.
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![How to Sew an Easy Pencil Case with No Zipper (YouTube)]()
Using favorite fabrics, make the perfect size new pencil case as a fun back to school project.
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![How to Sew an Easy Waterproof Baby Diaper Changing Pad]()
Learn how to sew a super-simple DIY changing mat for your baby with our tutorial. Soft, waterproof, washable and lightweight, perfect for on-the-go or at home.
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![How to Sew Buttons with the Sewing Machine Button Stitch]()
Watch this video to learn how to sew a button on with sewing machine using the sewing machine button stitch. This can be used to sew hook and eye and snaps too!
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![How to Sew Simple Kitchen Cafe Curtains (Youtube Tutorial)]()
Learn how to make simple kitchen curtains with this diy curtain tutorial. The curtain is complete with rod pocket and a ruffle at the top.
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![Quilter's Slidelock Pros and Cons]()
The Quilter's Slidelock is a tool that helps you cut fabric for quilting, sewing and crafting more accurately AND more safely. Learn Pros and Cons!
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![Upholstery & Reupholstery]()
Get ready to learn upholstery tips and see great beginner and advanced projects to work on along the upholstery journey.
Trending this Week
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![Patriotic Farmhouse Rag Wreath]()
See how easy it is to make a patriotic rag wreath with our quick and easy step-by-step tutorial and video!
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![65+ TOTES, BAGS and PURSES]()
A full collection of free patterns to sew a bag, instructions to sew tote bags, as well as messenger bag patterns. Learn how to make a drawstring bag and more!
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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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![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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![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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![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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![How to Make Fidget Quilts for Alzheimer's Patients]()
Learn how to make a fidget quilt with our free video and photo tutorial. A fidget quilt is a lap quilt which helps provide stimulation for the fidgeting hands.
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![PET PROJECTS TO SEW]()
Free sewing patterns for your pets! We have wonderful dog sewing projects, to include beds, toys, and sweaters, along with sewing patterns for cat hammocks, toys, and collars. Plus so much more!
Free Items of the Week
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When giving gift cards, add a personal touch by making a DIY gift card holder. Not only are these handmade gift card holders cute, they can also be repurposed in other ways including business card holder, small travel first aid kit or change purse.
From
Easy Things to Sew
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Whip up a pacifier clip using scrap fabric in no time with this tutorial.
From
I Like Big Buttons
New Stuff
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How to make round bolster cushions.
From
Upholster.com
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Fixing an old chair by replacing the cushion and the cover is a simple project. Learn how!
From
Guardian
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How to reupholster a chair seat. This is a simple first upholstery project.
From
The Spruce
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How to make seat cushions for wicker chair furniture.
From
Upholster.com
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How to upholster dining chairs.
From
wikiHow
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Breathe new life into your old recliner with this DIY slipcover tutorial.
From
She Holds Dearly
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With this DIY Sofa slipcover tutorial, you can make a brand new looking sofa on a budget.
From
The Crafting Nook
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How to upholster a drop-in seat. An easy upholstery project.
From
The Painted Hive
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This post tells you about upholstery fabric choices and teaches you how to choose upholstery fabric.
From
Hello Sewing
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A quick graphic chart of the amount of fabric needed for different furniture styles. Courtesy C.S. Osborne & Co.
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Upholster.com