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How to Use Sewing Patterns (Digital & Traditional)

Learn how to use a sewing pattern in this free sewing video. This expert… More

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10 Best Sewing Channels on YouTube

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How to Resize a Bra

If you have recently lost a lot of weight or happened to purchase a bra… More

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Sewing Room Organization: Your Complete Guide

Learning how to sew is one thing, learning how to organize your sewing… More

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Types of Elastic + How to Sew with Elastic

Elastic is very common, especially in children's and casual wear. If you… More

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How to Make a DIY Weighted Blanket for Anxiety

"Have you hear about weighted blankets for anxiety? A lot of people find… More

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Guide to Mastering Different Stitches…

Keeping track of all of the different stitch functions on your sewing… More

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How to Stop Fraying on Fabric

Few things are as frustrating to sewists than a frayed edge. When you're… More

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How to Sew a 4-Hole Button

When it comes to the basics of sewing, learning how to sew buttons is at… More

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How to Read a Sewing Pattern

If you have ever looked at a sewing pattern, you probably know how much… More

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How to Sharpen Sewing Scissors

When youre making a project in your sewing room, you dont want to wear… More

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How to Make Thread Belt Loops

If you are the type of sewist who just loves making free dress patterns… More

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Sewing Machine Paper Practice Sheets (Printable!)

The only way to improve skills is to practice, practice, practice! Sewing… More

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Hand Quilted Cotton Gauze Baby Blanket

"Have you seen all the mommas and babies carrying around these thin gauzy… More

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How to Get Started Sewing Clothes: A Beginner's…

Have you wanted to start sewing clothes yourself? Making clothing (for… More

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How to Make a Bedside Organizer

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