I needed a break from dressmaking and also wanted to try using up some of my zipper collection, so I thought I would make a Kismet Trinket Box with a pattern by Sew Sweetness. I have something similar to the large square version which holds my manicure kit, but the zipper is broken so I … [ Read More at SWN! ]
The Aurelia cardigan sewing pattern from Sew Liberated is a very simple sewing project that can be stitched on a regular sewing machine. The sewing instructions offer a wonderful guide with helpful tips for sewing with knit fabrics. Sew What’s New also has an informative post on sewing ruffles, gathers, pleats, flounces, etc., here if … [ Read More at SWN! ]
Stephanie from Quilt Addicts Anonymous shares a modern bargello-style quilt pattern called Frequency that looks complicated, but is actually very easy and FUN to sew, even for beginner sewers. This quilt features small pieces, but it comes together quickly because it is entirely strip pieced! Once you sew your fabric tubes together, you are practically … [ Read More at SWN! ]
Back in the 70’s I made this blouse when I was learning dressmaking at school. In those days they only came in one size, and this is a 12. I have been shopping for an open neck blouse like this and have given up, so I thought I could make this one again. However, I … [ Read More at SWN! ]
A fantastic free video sewing tutorial from Sew Very Easy. This is a great scrap-busting sewing project! Laura Coia shows us how she sewed this unique eyeglass case with an extra bonus that you will love. This is a confident beginner sewing project that anyone can try. Wonderful gift idea! Watch now: SewVeryEasy is hosted … [ Read More at SWN! ]
Londa Rohlfing demonstrates how she redesigns and sews unique refashioned tops using men’s knit shirts in this free episode from It’s Sew Easy, a PBS show, Series 1600. Follow along and learn how to utilize knit tops, woven shirts, lace, neckties, and fabric to create your very own one-of-a-kind (OOAK) tops! Sewing Memento Tops with … [ Read More at SWN! ]
Paige from Paige Handmade shows us how she sews one of the simplest, easiest skirts you can stitch, but with one extra detail that elevates it. This fun skirt with an elastic waistband and a gathered tier is so versatile and easy to wear – because it can be made in any length and with so many different fabrics…
We just had The Great British Sewing Bee Series 5, and this year’s winner was the youngest yet at 33. Sadly the BBC just archive all these series, so you never get to see them again if you missed them when the aired. So sad, I would have bought them all on DVD if they … [ Read More at SWN! ]
Rob Appell, the host of Man Sewing shows us how he stitched unique greeting cards out of mini/tiny quilts and Keepsake Frame Cards…
Watch this free video lesson from Heather Handmade and learn how to finish a seam with one of these nine easy seam finishes…