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5 Reasons why Every Sewist Needs a Sewing Community
5 Reasons why you should consider joining a sewing community.


3 Great Reasons to Sew Your Own Clothes (And One That Really Isn’t)
Discover 3 meaningful reasons to sew for yourself and your family—plus one reason not to.


How to Choose the Correct Size for Children’s Sewing Patterns (Including the Buttercup Pattern)
Here is how to pick the correct size when sewing for children - how to take accurate measurements, what to do if you can't measure the child and how fabric choice and ease affects size.


How to Sew a Warm Sweatshirt Fleece Dress (Honey Pattern Hack for Heavy Knits)
A quick and easy pattern hack that shows how to alter the popular Honey pattern to sew a warm dress with a cozy sweatshirt fleece.


Making Smocking Modern: How to Create Smocked Garments Today’s Moms Will Love
Making Smocking Modern: How to Create Smocked Garments Today’s Moms Will Love with these 4 Tips.


2025 Children's Sewing Roundup: Inspiration for Your 2026 Projects
Here are all of the children's clothes that I sewed in 2025. I hope these makes inspire to you sew (and smock) for that beloved child in your life!


8 Free Patterns to Sew for Teenagers (even the Guys!)
Here are 8 free patterns to sew for teenagers (including the guys) that would make great presents.


How to Purchase only the Fabric you need & Save Money!
A couple of weeks ago, I shared a video with 9 Tips on How to Purchase Fabric Online. In this post I want to share a little bit about how you might not need to purchase as much fabric as you think, and how you can save some money by taking a few steps before purchasing fabric. Don't forget to scroll to the bottom and grab a free copy of the Fabric Swatch Book! Personally, I like to purchase good-quality fabric, which can make sewing more expensive. From a financial perspectiv


9 Tips for Purchasing Fabric Online so you Love what you Purchase!
Opening a box of newly arrived fabrics should be a joy – here are 9 tips to help you successfully purchase fabric online!


4 Tips for Fitting Children's Sewing Patterns for a Great Fitting Garment
It can be difficult to get a great fit when sewing for a child. Here is an explanation why patterns vary and 4 tips to help you sew a garment that fits.


Fall & Christmas Sewing Plans for my Granddaughters
Here are my fall & Christmas Sewing plans for my granddaughters featuring soft knits & comfy flannels.


A Review of the Johnny Sewing Pattern by Children's Corner
A quick review of the Johnny Sewing Pattern by Children's Corner.
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