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Tips, tricks and buying advice for the beginner sewist

Free Owl Stuffed Animal Patterns – Easy DIY Sewing Projects for Cozy Companions

Free Owl Stuffed Animal Patterns – Easy DIY Sewing Projects for Cozy Companions

Whooo's ready to sew some adorable owl plushies? Get those sewing machines warmed up, because we've got a hoot of a roundup for you today! From wise old barn owls...
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DIY Pot Handles and Lid Holder

DIY Pot Handles and Lid Holder

This little invention is so neat – it keeps the lid firmly on the pot while removing it from the stove with the insulated fabric that wraps over the handles....
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Reversible Christmas Rable Tunner in 10-minutes

Reversible Christmas Rable Tunner in 10-minutes

This table runner is reversible, giving you two color options and made from just two pieces of fabric. What I love is the ease with which you can make this...
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Cloth Diaper Patterns

Cloth Diaper Patterns

Free Cloth Diaper Sewing Patterns Pefold diaper by DiaperSewing (on webarchive) Ottobre design diaper by Ottobredesign Hip wittie diaper pattern by Docs.google Darling Diapers Free Newborn Fitted Pattern by Darlingdiapers...
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Staircase quilt patterns

Staircase quilt patterns

  Staircase baby quilt pattern by Abrightcorner Staircase quilt block by Quiltersgilde STAIRCASE QUILT BLOCK AND QUILT by Mywebquilter Endless stairs quilt block by Createwhimsy Stairway to heaven by Quiltingintherain...
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Wine bag patterns

Wine bag patterns

  How to Make a Round-Bottom Wine Bag by Mindymakes Quick and Easy Wine Bag Pattern by Tarareed How to Make a Two Bottle Wine Tote by Sewverycrafty How to...
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17 Duffle Bag Patterns

17 Duffle Bag Patterns

Classic Duffle Bag by Sew4home Roomy canvas weekender duffle With carry handles and detachable strap by Sew4home Quilted duffle for travelling With rolling case sleeve at the back by Sew4home...
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Christmas Table Runner Patterns

Christmas Table Runner Patterns

Christmas Tree Table runner by Centerstreetquilts Peppermint Table runner by Connectingthreads Stunning Patchwork table runner by Youtube Christmas table runner using strips of fabric by Sewtodaycleantomorrow Christmas Half Hexagon Table...
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DIY Monstera Leaf Coaster – DIY Felt leaf coaster in 2 minutes

DIY Monstera Leaf Coaster – DIY Felt leaf coaster in 2 minutes

If you love plants and can't get enough of them or if you have a plant lover friend, you would love these adorable Monstera leaf coasters. They could be a...
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Baby Romper Patterns

Baby Romper Patterns

Baby Romper with Ruffled Sleeves and snap closure Pattern Size: 6-9 months by Helloangel Romperalls Pattern with shoulder snap Pants or shorts option Shoulder snap Size: from preemie to 4t...
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diy surgical scrub cap

3d face mask pattern

Free Face Mask Pattern (Tutorial+Video)

How to make yourself a fitted half face mask

DIY cloth face mask with ties

DIY Cloth Face Mask with Ties

Make yourself a pleated fabric face mask with fabric ties

how to sew a surgical face mask

DIY pleated surgical mask pattern

How to make a pleated surgical face mask in 5 minutes

 

Where to start
  • Product guides: If you are looking to buy a machine browse or search the product guides to pick the best one for you. No matter whether you are looking to create fashion, to make home decorations, crafts, or even quilts, we have a guide with just the top picks so you can easily find the most suitable model for your needs. Having the right machine and using quality supplies is crucial. Get this wrong and it can quickly turn the blissful experience into a frustration. This is why we have a section with practical tips and advice that strive to answer the most common question and provide solutions to the problems.
  • Types of machines: If you are still not sure which one is for you, I recommend you read this guide where we break down the different categories according to the skill level (beginner, intermediate or advanced), the intended application (sewing, quilting, embroidery), the fabrics you use most often, whether they are computerized or manual, and even by their size. It will give you a head start and a quick understanding of the available options, as well as giving you a handy list of the top pick in each category, so you can figure out which is best for you without much hassle.
  • Learn to sew: here we go through the basics, which will be the best fabrics for your current project. Basic troubleshooting tips for all common problems: thread jamming, wrong fabric or thread, problems with sewing heavy fabrics properly and plenty of other issues
  • Patterns and tutorials: we have a massive collection of patterns for items you can use daily. Key holders, toys, They are both very easy and real fun to sew even by the tiny sewists.Sew on!