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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![Easy Bedside Caddy Project with Missouri Star Pattern]()
This bedside caddy is a perfect organizer for a dorm or small room. It can hang on a bed frame and keep things close at hand.
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![How to Make an Easy Denim Doll Skirt with No Pattern Needed]()
Using the leg of an old pair of jeans, make a no-sew denim skirt for an 15" doll that is just so cute!
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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 Sew Large Casserole Dish Hot Pad (Free Pattern)]()
With this sewing tutorial, learn how to sew large hot pads, big enough for casserole dishes! It's super simple and function.
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![How to Thread a Bobbin for a Bernina Activa Sewing Machine]()
Learn two different ways to thread a bobbin on a Bernina Activa sewing machine. Find the way that works for you!
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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!
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![Whirlwind Quilt Project with Kit from Fat Quarter Shop]()
This Whirlwind Quilt was made with a kit and pattern purchased from Fat Quarter Shop.
Trending this Week
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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 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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![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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![How to sew a super easy table runner (10 minute table runner)]()
Learn how to sew an easy table runner in less than an hour. Make this quick 4 seam table runner as a gift! Also named the 10 minute table runner.
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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.
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![How to End the Blanket Stitch]()
Learn how to end the blanket stitch three different ways depending on layers of fabric and ending location.
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![How to Make a Fabric Pocket Tissue Holder]()
Our pocket tissue holder pattern is super easy to make (under 15 minutes) with scrap fabric and basic sewing skills, straight machine stitching. Learn how here
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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Make useful items from old denim - quilt, purse, pillow, apron.
From
RLROUSE Directory
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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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How to instructions.
From
Jan Andrea