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Sewing for beginners in simple terms

Tips, tricks and buying advice for the beginner sewist

DIY Shoe Laundry Bag

DIY Shoe Laundry Bag

Tired of shoes banging around in the washer? Shoelaces taking ages to untangle? Well, shoes bags for washing are being sold online, but you can easily make your own shoe...
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DIY Faux Fur Infinity Scarf (VIDEO)

DIY Faux Fur Infinity Scarf (VIDEO)

Imagine nestling into this super-soft faux-fur infinity scarf as the cold winds start blowing in this season. It’s a ten-minute make that has a luxe look and feel. Once you...
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DIY Yin Yang Christmas Twisted Wreath // Simple Wreath Weaving Technique // DIY Christmas Decoration

DIY Yin Yang Christmas Twisted Wreath // Simple Wreath Weaving Technique // DIY Christmas Decoration

This Twisted Ying-Yang Christmas Wreath the perfect holiday project for older kids as it teaches them sequential thinking as they learn the weaving technique with the braid. Then everyone gets...
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DIY Christmas Angel out of Toilet Paper Roll // Stunning DIY Christmas Decor

DIY Christmas Angel out of Toilet Paper Roll // Stunning DIY Christmas Decor

Transform a Toilet Paper Roll into a Whimsical Christmas Angel! Create this beautiful Christmas angel complete with wings and a halo. All you need is a toilet roll inner, a...
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Large Flower Scrunchie

Large Flower Scrunchie

Make a statement this season with our flower scrunchie, created from our free printable pattern at HelloSewing. If your kids are into flower fairies then make our flower scrunchie in...
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DIY Paintbrush Hanger Holder or Makeup brush holder // Simple Sewing project

DIY Paintbrush Hanger Holder or Makeup brush holder // Simple Sewing project

Learn how to make this easy paintbrush hanger holder from old jeans or any other medium-weight fabric you have lying around. It’s a super simple beginner sewing project, perfect for...
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Baby Bonnet Sewing Patterns // Free Classic, Brimmed or Ruffled Bonnet

Baby Bonnet Sewing Patterns // Free Classic, Brimmed or Ruffled Bonnet

Learn how to sew a classic (brimless), brimmed or ruffled baby bonnet. We’ve also have some fun animal add-ins and season appropriate options. One of the hats has an adjustable...
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DIY Bag from 3 Placemats // Placemats tote bag [VIDEO]

DIY Bag from 3 Placemats // Placemats tote bag [VIDEO]

Make yourself a stunning tote bag from three 15 inch (38 cm) woven placemats that will have people wondering where you bought it. All it takes is a few minutes,...
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Christmas Tree Drawstring Bag – Free sewing pattern in 5 sizes

Christmas Tree Drawstring Bag – Free sewing pattern in 5 sizes

Sew the perfect festive gift bag! This Christmas drawstring bag pattern is just what you need to take your gifts from Good to WOW. What could be prettier than a...
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Turtle Stuffed Animal Patterns

Turtle Stuffed Animal Patterns

Looking for the perfect turtle plushie to snuggle, gift, or add to your collection? You’re in the right place! From from large turtle pillows and huggable turtle plushies to adorable...
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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!