Sewing

Tablecloths are easy to make and can be created in less time than it takes to pick out material. Take advantage of their easy construction and make a tablecloth for every occasion, every season...

Drawstring bags are perfect for keeping small things separate in a suitcase or in your purse. Don't let the term "French seam" scare you. Making a drawstring bag with French seams sounds fancy and...

Specific machine seams work well for different fabrics and applications. Learning more about the different types of seams your machine offers can help you to sew well, create beautifully finished...

With the recent green movement, reusable bags have become all the rage. Many stores have capitalized on this trend and offer reusable bags to purchase. If you don't want want to spend the money...

Make this denim shower curtain to add country charm to your bathroom decor. It works well in a family bathroom or as a functional accessory in a boy's western cowboy bathroom. The simple...

A round tablecloth is simple to make from any fabric. Depending on the size of the table and the desired drop length of the tablecloth, the tablecloth may be may from one piece of fabric or two or...

Making jeans into a skirt is a great way to extend the life of a favorite pair of jeans. The comfort and ease you enjoyed with the old jeans can be continued with a jean skirt. This is a simple...

For this simple drapery pattern, all you need to know is how to machine sew a straight stitch, and how to carefully measure, mark and cut fabric. Any basic curtain rod will do, and you will sew in...

Made popular by films and television programs about the frontier and the Wild West, pioneer dresses are a favorite costume choice for young girls and adult women alike. Pioneer fashion of the...

Most sewing techniques are specific to the task at hand--a guide to setting in cap sleeves is not helpful to someone working on a quilt, and tips for slipcover construction are only useful for...

Organza is not the easiest fabric to work with. While it is beautiful, the fact that it is sheer means all of your seams and hems will show on the outside, not to mention it puckers easily and...

If you have an old pair of jeans lying around that you don't wear anymore, give them new life and recycle the material by turning them into a skirt. This can be done quickly and easily. To change...

When sewing high-pile fabrics, meaning long-length furs, your seams often look bulky and the long hairs get caught in the sewn seams. This guide will teach you how to easily make your fake-fur...

While making a custom-fit slipcover is a big sewing project and one that may be beyond many beginners, you can make an easy, cute and practical slipcover for an aging couch or chair. Opt for...

Quilting isn't usually thought of as a fun activity for children, but you can get them excited by incorporating materials that make it a memorable and personal project. Children of any age can...

Making a Straw beach bag is moderate easy to moderate. It takes time and patience. It is fun to do as a present or just a little something for yourself.

Trench coats are classics that never go out of style. Don't give away a trench coat that is in good condition just because it no longer fits because of weight gain or loss. Alterations, although...

Modifying the waistband on a pair of jeans may be a way to get a better fit or to get new use out of a pair of tight pants, but its important to remember that unlike shrinking the waistband,...

An abaya is a type of overgarment that is worn by women in predominantly Muslim countries, such as the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. Traditionally, this dress is black and can either come...

Instead of throwing those old, torn jeans away, learn how to turn them into a stylish book bag!

Good seaming skills can make or break a handcrafted garment or item for your home. Choosing the right type of seam, the right seam finishes and hand- or machine-sewn seams can all impact the...

With the large variation in size and proportion among people, it is impossible for stores to carry blue jeans in lengths that fit all of their customers. Many people, rather than wear ill-fitting...

Many little girls dream of princesses dressed in gowns. Politically correct or not, it doesn't change the fact little girls tend to love textiles, enjoy the feel of satin and appreciate the...

Waistcoats, which are usually sleeveless, front-buttoning garments that resemble an abbreviated coat, are a type of vest today worn almost exclusively as formal attire. The waistcoat is worn over...

Today, the lack of customization in retail sizing often necessitates tailoring, and dress alterations can be fairly simple for those with a little sewing experience. Strapless dresses, in...

Tuxedos are the ultimate in formal wear for men, and are often a first choice for proms. Historically, this was not originally the case, as the tuxedo was considered a less formal option in lieu...

Whether attending a Renaissance Faire or entering into the world of the Society for Creative Anachronisms, sewing an attractive swordswoman's shirt is a point of pride for many creative people....

Making a fleece robe from a fleece blanket can be an interesting project to try. Even if you don't have a fleece blanket to use to make a robe, you could just as easily purchase a piece of fleece...

The flag of Switzerland has a simple design of a white cross on a red background. It can be easily replicated in any craft, but this method details how to sew a Swiss flag out of fabric using...

Snipping the seams of a round pillow allows the seam to lay smoothly after it is flipped right side out. Snip the pillow seams with tips from a seamstress in this free sewing video.

When sewing the second Euro hem, back stitch over double seams to reinforce the hem. Sew a Euro hem with tips from a seamstress in this free sewing video.

It is frustrating to find a bedspread for your bed that fits exactly like you want it to, especially if it is a super single or a super king in size. In addition, it is difficult to find a unique...

Recycle vintage men's neckties into trendy new handbags with these simple instructions. You can alternate necktie colors for a coordinated style or mesh different patterns together for a calico...

Flamenco dresses, originally worn in traditional celebrations by Andalusian women, have become the standard professional costume for flamenco dancers. The dress can be either one or two pieces,...

A serger machine, most often referred to simply as a serger, works by completing three separate sewing steps at once. The machine sews a seam, trims the excess seam material with a cutting blade...

Creating clothing for children out of a pillowcase is a creative way to add to a wardrobe without spending a lot of money. Using the fabric from a pillow covering is a simple way to find cloth...

In an era where nearly everyone buys all of their clothes, the art of sewing your own can seem mysterious and difficult. However, it's actually an easy enough process, as long as you follow the...

Hand sewing a shirt is not as complex as it sounds, nor is it unnecessary in the face of sewing machine popularity. Shirts, particularly dress shirts, are often better if sewn by hand, as the...

French seams are enclosed seams that are used on fine fabrics for strength and to finish the seam allowance. French seams make the difference between homemade and handmade. This seam leaves every...

Not all dresses are suited for a night out dancing. In other time periods, dancing dresses were either ball gowns or flowing, full-skirted creations fit for formal situations. The more causal...

Recycling has started to become a way of life again. Many years ago, out of necessity, people used to always save money by recycling clothes and household items for later use. Now that need to...

You can turn a few yards of fabric into a fitted twin bed sheet. Because the width of a twin bed is 39 inches, slightly narrower than most fabrics available to consumers, the sheet will not have...

If you have an old pair of jeans with too many holes in the knees to wear, but too much character to part with, make a handbag out of jeans and give your old gear a new lease on life. This bag...

A thin layer robe is easy to make and comfortable to wear. It's also a great gift for people of all ages--and with the right techniques, can be made quickly--in as little time as a weekend.

Sewing is often seen as a challenging hobby--especially when the first few efforts produce clothes that don't fit properly. When making clothes from a published pattern, it's helpful to begin with...

Wool fabric is one of the easiest fabrics to sew with. It holds its shape well, and the cut edges are clean with no unraveling. Seams can be sewn on the back side of your project or on the front...

Hoodie sweatshirts are a basic component in the wardrobe of both the young and the practical. Comfortable and always in style, zip-up hoodies are perfect for cold-weather work and just for...

Making a book bag out of bandanas is pretty simple, and it can be a way to express your mood or taste in bandanas to the public. Sewing your own is an inexpensive way to create a book bag or a...

A beginners hand sewing technique is the basting stitch, which consists of quarter-inch long stitches created by running the needle in and out of the fabric. Learn the basting stitch, which is...

Sewing curtains is one of the easiest projects to do on a sewing machine, as it only requires sewing straight French seams around all four sides of the fabric. Sew a wider hem at the bottom of a...