Learning to sew clothes

In this article I'm sharing how I got started sewing, my favourite patterns and fabric stores, and my top 5 beginner sewing tips.

Learn how to start making your own patterns with these pattern making tutorials - great for beginners and more experienced!

Learn how to sew your own clothes with my beginner-friendly guide. Discover essential sewing skills, tools, free patterns and start today.

Are you having trouble sewing straight lines on your sewing machine? Here are all the things I wish I'd known when I started learning to sew.

When learning how to make a sewing pattern, there are several methods. This post walks you through using a woven garment to make a sewing pattern...

In this video I walk you through how to copy a a pattern from a garment that you already have. It's super easy when you know how and you'll soon be turning t...

Here are some of the most important lessons I picked up in my first year of sewing. This isn't an exhaustive list, but these are some of the things that I struggled with or that confused me at first. These tips and tricks should help a beginner who is just learning to sew.

(Image courtesy of http://0.tqn.com/d/diyfashion/) With our focus being upon obtaining a Sewing Kit this week, I thought it would be most helpful to review some basic stiches. (Image courtesy of http://www.sewdresses.com/) Okay, so you see the stitches, when and what do you use them for? Check out these links for more information! http://www.alternative-windows.com/stitches.htm http://cyberseams.com/article/105045/basics/how_to_sew_by_hand_basic_stitches.html…

Learn how to read sewing pattern directions and learn the sewing vocabulary words you'll encounter while reading the instructions.