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As I master a new technique or learn a new sewing skill, I like to share it with you, and keep a record here so I can remind myself again later on!  I also love to record sewing videos, so do check out the video tutorials page as well.

Here are all of my sewing tutorials organised into one place.  I hope you find what you are looking for.

 

 

Craftsy Class reviews and projects

Free class about color theory, and how it applies to fabrics, sewing and quilting. I need to learn more about this!

Color theory for sewing

Review of the free beginners quilting class; Piece, Patch, Quilt.

Learn basic quilting skills

Sewing Texture class review and projects. Great for beginners and lots of creative ideas for all sorts of projects.

Sewing Texture class review

Great ideas for fab felt holiday crafts - and big discount off the class

Fab Felt Holiday Crafts

Craftsy Sewing with Knits - the final class project. A cross-over dress/tunic from So Sew Easy.

Sewing with Knits

Sew the Perfect Fit - class details, review and finished dress

Sew the Perfect Fit

Review of the Craftsy class Design your own Handbag. Plus 50% off the class through So Sew Easy.

Design your own handbag

Fun with fusible applique

Fun with fusible applique

Review of the Craftsy Class on Bra Making, Construction and Fit. Adding lace and working on the perfect fit.

Sewing Bras; Construction and Fit

Links to all the free sewing and quilting classes on Craftsy and a summary of each, all in one place.

All the free sewing and quilting classes

Review of the Custom Bedding class where you can learn to sew different sorts of high quality pillows. Plus a special price for you from the instructor.

Custom bedding, shams and bolsters

 

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Vera
Vera

Why can’t I search the web site tutorials for the name of a pattern

Mayra Cecilia
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Reply to  Vera

What pattern are you looking for?

leadsewinglab
leadsewinglab

Great post on sewing patterns!

Ruth
Ruth

Hello, where do I find the instructions for making the ‘Lucky blouse’ and the office blouse?

Mayra Cecilia
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Reply to  Ruth

I am curious, if you did not print from the article where did you print the pattern from?

Martina
Martina

Can you tell me please, where is your tutorial for the phone wallet organizer? I clicked on the pattern link, but it just takes me to the general page.
Hope you read this soon!
Martina

Antoinette A Morrow
Antoinette A Morrow

I have a pattern called “The Weekender bag” which is a pencil drawn pattern from your site and I cannot find the information for sewing it. It was a brown vinyl bottom and fabric at the top can you send me the link.

Mayra Cecilia
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We do not have a weekender bag pattern, but it is an excellent suggestion.

Christina
Christina

I downloaded the flounce wrap skirt pattern but where do I find the sewing tutorial for it?

Thank you for your help:)
Christina

Tinalemoore
Tinalemoore

Many for beginners include sewing machine parts and accessories like screws, embroidery needles, and rubber bands that you can use for sewing projects. Some books will give you detailed instructions on how to use the sewing machine and sewing fabrics.

Billie Jo Tonn
Billie Jo Tonn

Have you got a pattern as to how to make a fleece keyhole scarf pattern???

Mayra Cecilia
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Reply to  Billie Jo Tonn

Hi Billie, although made out of fake fur, it is the same concept I bit fancier, I reckon…

sister1dog

can not get my PDF file to print. Help

Mayra Cecilia
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Reply to  sister1dog

Hi what PDF are you trying to print?

Elaine Brewer
Elaine Brewer

I cannot find the sewing instructions for the Rossi Scarf chemo cap. I have the pdf for the pattern but not the sewing instructions.

Monica Pride
Monica Pride

Hi Myra, I finally downloaded the Lilly Dress, been planning to make it for ages. Do you have a video tutorial for this pattern. Many Thanks.

Rodna Williams
Rodna Williams

i can not find the printable instructions for the belted pouch .. i have the pattern but no instructions

Daniel
Daniel

Hello,
if i will can can you make my own design sweatpants?

Thanks

See you soon

Mayra Cecilia
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Reply to  Daniel

Hi, Daniel, not sure what you mean? do you want to design some sweatpants? or do you want me to do it?

Duane Wiley
Duane Wiley

Is there a tutorial for refashioning a large scarf into a top? Either I missed it or something! I saw it on today or yesterday’s email but it was atop of the culottes pattern picture. Thanks

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Judy
Judy

I am attempting the walking shorts pattern. It seems the hip measurements are way big! As my hip measures just 5 inches bigger than waist I’m thinking the very greater than 30 inches bigger in hips must be an error. I signed up to get the tutorials and didn’t see part two?

Mayra Cecilia
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Reply to  Judy

Is not an error, it is the way a designed them. So perhaps the pattern is not for your body type.

gregory anderson
gregory anderson
Reply to  Judy

I agree all these years later, the tutorials are not available on all pages or do not print up. That is how the website is designed.
that’s how they want it to be.

Ellen
Ellen

I can’t find the tutorial for the walking shorts pattern

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Reply to  Ellen

It is a sew along and you need to register on our mailing list for it.

Wendy
Wendy
Reply to  Mayra Cecilia

Hi Myra, at the end of Part 4 of the walking shorts, you mentioned that you would let us know how to sew up the cuffs but I can’t find that part. Thanks for any help.
Wendy

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Susie
Susie

These tutorials are AMAZING!!! Thanks for sharing this all for free! I would love to see a video about tips for sewing with knit fabrics, using a regular sewing machine and a serger for finishing. Do you have any plans to make a video for this?

Mayra Cecilia
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Reply to  Susie

Hi Susie, thanks for the suggestion, I am editing a video for a sport bra that will cover just that. Keep tuned in please.

Janice Haislet
Janice Haislet

I purchased the cross body purse pattern. I have not started the project yet, but reviewed the instructional video. I was very impressed. Clear, concise, and easy to follow. Thank you. Pleased to find such an interesting and informative resource site.

Robin
Robin

i’m having problems. I bought your ultimate wallet I can’t seem to find the video for it. Also do you have a video for trinity bag?

Mayra Cecilia
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Reply to  Robin

Hi Robin the link is in the pattern pdf pattern you bought, please refere to your file. Thanks you!

Bunny
Bunny

Found you today. These are awesome tutorials and shine above so many out there. Great job ladies. I will gladly pass on your links. You are doing a wonderful service to newbie sewists in presenting quality tutorials and setting the bar where it should be. Thank you.

Mayra Cecilia
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Reply to  Bunny

Hi Bunny, thanks for your feedback and welcome!

Tove Edens
Tove Edens

Your long line cardigan was featured today on a sewing web site which I get daily emails from. Love the cardigan and decided to explore your site a bit more.
I am very impressed with what I see and am looking forward to exploring even further. You have seemingly an endless amount sewing ideas and patterns to suit all styles and likes all well descried in both words and photo.

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Reply to  Tove Edens

Hi and thanks for your comments. Out of interest, what sewing web site did you see us featured on?

Jan
Jan

I don’t understand where there are 3 pieces of material to sew togher on the burp cloths

Jan
Jan

I want to make the burp colths but don’t understand where the “sew three pieces togeter” comes from. I was going to put my flanneltogether with the tery cloth and sew. is ther more?
reall like your site, thanks for sharring ~~~

Michelle Jackson
Michelle Jackson

I think you are amazing, thank you for both the free and paid patterns, the video tutorials are enabling!!

Shirley Lewis
Shirley Lewis

I downloaded the cross your heart dress pattern but I didn’t get the tutorial for it.could you send me a link for it?

sandra gilleran
sandra gilleran

I cant find instr. for baby burp cloth. I want tomake a few for my grand-daughter but can’t find directions.

Charlotte
Charlotte

Thank you so much for your simple, concise tutorials and beautiful illustrating pictures. So helpful for a new enthusiast like myself!!!

E muir
E muir

I have been reading your articles and watching your videos for about 3 yrs. I admire how you have blossomed in your efforts and grown in your skills. I would greatly appreciate if you would try drafting kids school uniforms. You most likely need a smaller Penelope, but I have no doubt you will find a way.I have been searching for a girls V neck pleated jumper pattern on line without success. Debby,I love your teaching style.

Mary
Mary

This link no longer works. Was wondering if you know why? Thank you, Mary