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My 10 easy projects are designed to each teach a new skill. These are wonderful projects to introduce you to the wonderful world of sewing.
Each project in our sewing lessons section below teaches specific skills. Learn new techniques while creating beautiful items.
Pocket tissue cover with cute little mitered corners. Quick, easy design.
Table trivet - fast crochet with bulky yarn.
Nicely constructed pillowcase with contrast cuff and piping trim. Cuff is nicely finished on the inside. Free sewing pattern with directions for standard, queen and king.
Woven design crochet table trivet. Printable pattern grid. Intarsia crochet. Sized for table trivet; enlarge as needed.
Learn Intarsia and Tapestry crochet. Bring Hygge into your home with this cozy, Scandinavian minimalist Christmas tree design. For blankets, pillows, hot pads.
Protect your lap from hot or cold dishes. Soft yarn and perfect size. Make several for a baby blanket or scarf.
Learn how to add detail with free motion embroidery using a regular sewing machine and darning foot.
Learn how to turn a simple tee shirt pattern into a robe with buttons and pockets - or a dress! One pattern - many uses.
Sewing tools: essential, nice to have, luxury tools.
Learn how to use an applique pressing sheet to create intricate applique. Free pattern provided.
Choose the correct sewing machine for your needs. Learn about features and functions. Free checklist to download.
Learn the difference between binding and piping. When do you use these?
Add decorative piping to a pillow. Learn how to create your own piping.
Learn to crazy quilt! Hot pad, quilt block, or decorative pillow block. Fun way to use fabric scraps.
Learn how to attach ribbing correctly. Nicely finished inside and out.
DIY soft chenille. Cozy flannel blanket.
Replace a plastic hook with a sturdy metal hook. Easy!
Shortening the length of pants is easy, once you know the rules. I will show you how!
Shamrock applique pattern. Super easy! Use on pillows, kitchen, or clothing items.
Learn how to attach elastic. Properly attached elastic will create a nice fit around a leg opening of a gymnastic suit or swimsuit.
Sewing lesson: learn how to work with nap, fabric direction, and plaid prints. Align plaids so they match up correctly.
Learn reverse applique. Quilt, hot pad or pillow. The top layer is cut away to reveal an underlying layer. Create a beautiful, layered valentine.
Learn two methods for sewing mitered corners for cushion covers, tote bags, mattress covers.
Our ten most popular super simple sewing projects. Each is designed to teach a new skill.
Fully illustrated embroidery stitch glossary.
Learn to quilt! Glossary of terms, plus instructions, tips and techniques.
Set of 4 gift bags from one yard of fabric. Accessory or gift. 3 sizes plus a wine bag. Super easy - beginning sewing project.