How to Use a PDF Sewing Pattern

I’m about to start sewing a new project as I write this, so I thought it would be a great time to share how to use a PDF sewing pattern in case you’ve never done it before. You’ll need a lot of space and some time to put it together, but it’s not difficult at […]

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Easy Sewing Patterns for Beginners

These easy sewing patterns are not just for beginners, but anyone looking for quick projects to make for themselves, as gifts or charity projects. If You’re a Total Beginner Want to test your sewing skills before you start a sewing project? Printable sewing practice worksheets are a great place to start. I love these from […]

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Easy Shorts Sewing Patterns

A few years ago I wrote a post about women’s shorts sewing patterns, and it has consistently been a popular post. It reminds me that I need to sew more shorts and that I need to share more patterns for shorts. Sewing your own shorts is great because you can customize them for the level […]

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Easy Easter Sewing Patterns

These easy Easter sewing patterns are perfect for stitchers of any skill level to decorate for spring. For a family that doesn’t really celebrate Easter I feel like I’ve done a lot of Easter crafting through the years, and there is just so much cute stuff it’s kind of impossible to resist! Easter Basket Sewing […]

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How to Add Pockets to Pants

I decided this winter I wanted to add pockets to pants I own that didn’t already have pockets — mostly the fleece lounge pants that I wear all the time because I work from home. It turns out it’s really easy to add pockets to pants that have a seam along the outside, and now […]

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Visible Mending Embroidery Project

This quick little visible mending embroidery project solved a problem for me, and hopefully it will also inspire you to fix a little something that’s been bugging you. I have a bunch of old tank tops that I wear basically as undershirts/workout shirts/in place of bras. I love them. They’re comfy, they fit well, they […]

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How to Sew Microwavable Hand Warmers

My hands are pretty much always cold in the winter, so it was high time to sew microwavable hand warmers for myself. These also make great gifts for people who need to be outside a lot when it’s cold, or who always have cold hands. What are Microwavable Hand Warmers? Hand warmers are little piece […]

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