Free Sewing Applique: Rocket and Flower
This free sewing applique download from Sew News magazine is perfect for adding to a sleeping bag for your little one this summer. As soon as Memorial Day weekend comes around, all eyes shift towards summer fun like swimming, picnics and – of course – camping. Your little one won’t have any trouble trying to find their sleeping bag whether it be at a sleep away... Read More
Free Sewing Pattern: Card Shark
This free sewing pattern from Sew It All magazine is perfect for standing out from the crowd when you hand out business cards. This clever business card holder is perfect for those who want a creative, customized way to hold their cards when going out to special events like networking sessions. This beautiful free sewing pattern only uses a few pieces of fabric to come together... Read More
Free Sewing Technique: Mastering the Challenge of Sewing Knit Fabrics
This free sewing technique from Sew News magazine will show you how to sew with knit fabrics. For many sewers (and quilters!) knit fabrics can cause a slew of sewing problems due to their stretch. While it can be hard to sew a knit fabric with a little give, each of the sewing techniques shared in this article will help. Whether you have a conventional sewing machine or an overlook... Read More
Knit Fabric Flower: Free Sewing Project
Got some leftover t-shirt fabric from a previous project? How about a t-shirt that you think is too ripped or stained to turn into anything useful? Sew It All Magazine has the perfect free sewing pattern to use up t-shirt scraps! Make an adorable knit fabric flower for basically free! In a couple simple steps, turn those “useless” scraps into a beautiful accent! This... Read More
Free Tablecloth Sewing Pattern: Red White and Blue Buffet
This free tablecloth sewing pattern from Sew News magazine is perfect for showing your patriotic spirit – especially with Memorial Day and the Fourth of July right around the corner! This canvas tablecloth featuring a flag bunting incorporated into the design, making it simpler than ever to decorate with patriotic pride. While this tablecloth might seem custom made for the... Read More
Learn How to Sew: Techniques for Sewing Sleeves
This sewing technique tutorial from Sew News magazine is perfect for learning the basics of various methods to sew on sleeves. Covered in this free sewing how to are two of the primary methods for sewing on sleeves. While neither method is particularly difficult, there are different uses for each. For examples, sewing patterns that call for set-in sleeves tend to have a higher sleeve... Read More
Free Afternoon Tea Napkins
This free sewing pattern for “afternoon tea” napkins from Fons & Porter’s Love of Quilting magazine is meant to match the Afternoon Tea quilt featured in the Spring 2009 issue of Easy Quilts magazine. These sweet napkins are perfect for everything from an afternoon tea with your friends to a more formal event such as a bridal or baby shower. This free napkin... Read More
Free Sewing Techniques: Full Bust Adjustments
This free sewing techniques from Sew News magazine show you how to sew a full bust adjustment to a bodice pattern. For any ladies sewing for themselves or sewing for someone larger than a B-cup bra size, any sewing pattern that doesn’t include a dart can benefit from a full-bust adjustment in order to achieve a much more flattering fit. The easiest way to determine if you... Read More
Free Bag Sewing Pattern: Cross-Stitch Carryall
This free bag sewing pattern from Creative Machine Embroidery magazine is perfect for anyone looking for a festive Spring look that helps them on the go. This carryall tote bag combines the look of hand cross-stitching with a roomy linen handbag embellished with colorful flowers. The cross-stitched floral design is accomplished in a fraction of the time that traditional hand cross-stitching... Read More
SEW Letters: Free Sewing Project
Add a touch of whimsy to your décor with the free sewing pattern for these adorable letters from Sew It All magazine! Perfect for a craft room, these letters spell out SEW but they say cute, chic, and fun! Having this in your line of sight will keep that creativity flowing! A great way to use up square fat quarters, this is a quick project that can make all the difference... Read More
