Free
Patterns & Sewing Information
"How
To"
For
Your Home
Fabric Estimator
(This free to use utility will work out how
much fabric is required when making curtains or
flat blinds).
Measure
Windows
Not sure how to measure for your window treatment, find out how , put
your cursor on "Measure Windows" above and all will be explained.
Simple
Surtain and Valance
Make Simple Curtains and a Valance for Your Windows
Unlined
Curtains
Unlined curtains are the simplest form of window treatment and are the
ideal project for the beginner.
Lined
Curtains
Adding a lining to curtains not only enhances the look but also can
extend the life of them by protecting the face fabric from sunlight.
Tab Top Curtains
If you want a less formal, modern look to your window treatments then
tab tops are the answer.
Cafe Curtains
Cafe curtains are an economical way of screening the lower part of a
window to give privacy. They can be used in any room of the home but
are ideal in the kitchen.
Hourglass Curtains
A flowing sheer curtain covering the glass on a door can be a nuisance
as it tends to get caught when the door is used.
No-Sew Curtains
Curtains that are sewn together in the traditional way are sturdier and
last longer but serviceable, unlined lightweight curtains can be made
with no sewing at all.
Attach Valance
Attaching a valance to the top of curtains means that you can have the
enhanced look of a double layer without the need for two tracks.
One
Piece Window Treatment
This window treatment si so easy and so effective and can be completed
in practally no time at all.
Make Slip Covers for Dining Chairs
Change the color scheme of your room so easily by making slip covers
for your chairs, here's the pattern for you.
Simple Cushions
These are the easiest cushions to make even if you have limited sewing
skills.
Another simple way to give your rooms a lift.
Piped Cushion
Adding piping to a simple cushion gives a more defined edge to enhance
the shape and define the edges.
Patchwork Cushion
Although time consuming, it is relatively easy to do even if you have a
minimal amount of sewing experience
A Duvet Cover
These sewing isntructions for a Duvet Cover
are great especially if you want to learn how to pattern match.
Lined Laundry Basket
When it comes to laundry,
as with any other
household chore, having the right equipment is essential. A sturdy,
oversize laundry basket with a removable liner is both practical and
attractive—the liner protects delicate clothing from snagging
and is a
washable barrier between the basket and dirty clothes.
Shower Curtain
Need a new shower curtain, get as simple or as fancy as you want with
these sewing instructions.
Gathered Valance/Dust Ruffle
Another project to brighten up your home, learn how to make these dust
ruffles
These free
sewing patterns and sewing projects will keep you busy at
your sewing machine for many hours, although most projects don't take
all that long, some as little as 30 minutes.
Put your cursor on
the pattern name and click, the pattern will open in a new window.
We
have collected these links to make it easier for you.
"How
To" For You
Create
The Broomstick Look ( that wonderful crinkle look, no iron)
You may want your skirt to have a broomstick crinkled look –
after your garment is finished, choose any of the methods listed below
to get this effect. Because all fabrics do not crinkle well, test a
scrap of your fabric before trying this with your finished garment.
Make a Poncho
When the weather turns cool to cold what is more cosy than a
Poncho
Sew your own, this is an easy pattern
.
Lounging Pants
These pants should be constructed from light weight cotton or rayon
that drapes well. Sew this pattern for those comfy pants to wear around
the house or whenever you want style and comfort.
Chemo Caps
Although an all-cotton
knit makes these caps
comfortable on sensitive skin, fleece is also perfect for cooler
climates and seasons. We feature sizes from infant/toddler to adult
large. This is a 30 minute sewing project.
Free Sewing Software
Embellished Tee Shirts
A wide variety of decorative details takes the humble knit tee shirt to
a whole new level of designer style. All you need is your imagination
and a few simple embellishment techniques to take your favorite tee
from functional to fabulous. Most techniques are simple and quick
enough to be done in less than a day; some techniques require little or
no sewing, perfect for beginners.
Make a Warmer
Easy pattern for you to sew and will keep you so warm too.
Embellished Jeans
Designers have taken denim to whole new fashion heights, with premium
lines that can cost hundreds of dollars. . With a little creativity and
basic sewing skills, you can create the luxury look for less!
Make a Scarf
No
wardrobe can have too many scarfs, this pattern will show you how you
can have any color and as many scarfs as you want just by sewing your
own.
Make
a Placemat Purse
Handbags are hot! With just a little effort and imagination, you can
create a one-of-a-kind, portable work of art.
Rit Dye Color Chart
Free
Pattern Downloads
From
Jo-anne.com
Free
Pattern Downloads
From
Jo-anne.com
These free
patterns are for you to download and they cover a great
variety of sewing projects and patterns for you to sew.
These free patterns would be great for gifts for birthdays,
Christmas or any holiday occasion
Think of a thank you for a favor or when someone gives you a helping
hand, everyone loves to get something special and any of
these sewing patterns will be "something" special when made my you.
Right click on title and "Save Target as" or Save Link as" and save to
your computer. The patterns are in PDF format so will open on your PC
or your Mac
Table
Runners
The
Free Sewing Software Review
This
is a good little free programs, normally free software doesn't have a
lot
going for it, too many restrictions.
The patterns in
the program are for hats, wraps, bags
There
are
- 7 patterns for hats plus ear muffs and ear
warmers
- 14 different bag patterns
- 6 Wrap patterns
- 11 patterns if you want to add pockets
Plus
Slippers, Booties and Thongs
The sewing instructions are in PDF format
You can use inches or centimeters
You
are also able to make up these patterns
and sell the items.
All
in all a good little free program and
has possibilities if you wish to start a hobby/business with
accessories.
There
is a big market right now with
accessories, your local craft market is a good starting point and with
accessories, you can make up a range in no time and take orders as well
as sell
on the day. The
other advantage is,
sizing, the bags are fine, hats, small, medium and large and wraps
could be one
size fits all or do in small, medium and large.
Look
for different materials, I often use
soft furnishing fabrics, mainly because you can get unusual prints and
patterns. You can get a lot of tone on tone patterns which make up into
classic
pieces and the width of the fabric is wider than dress fabrics, so you
don’t
need as many meters/yards.
Your
local boutiques are worth a try
too. You may be
able to put a sample
range in for people to order from or they may take your stock on
consignment.
Who
knows, you could have yourself a very
good little business
Review by CTBaird
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