Sewing the Rosebud & Lil' Honey Patterns for Children from a Woven Fabric.
How to modify Rosebud & Lil' Honey sewing patterns to work with a woven fabric.
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Tips for Smocking on Knits
Smocking on a knit rather than a woven fabric is different but not difficult. Here are 9 tips to help you get started.
3 Tips for getting the most from your Serger
A serger is a wonderful tool to help with your sewing. Here are 3 tips to get the most out of this great tool.
A Self-Bound Knit Blanket
Here is quick video tutorial for a self-bound knit baby blanket with no raw edges.
New to Smocking? Start Here!
Here is a step by step guide on how to get started smocking complete with video tutorial and stitch guides.
6 Reasons to Sew with Flannel
Flannel is a wonderful fabric to sew soft and cozy garments. It isn't just for PJs.
The Nova Coat: A Great First Coat to Sew
The Nova Coat is a quick and easy first coat to sew. Here are 3 reasons why and a video tutorial on inserting the lining.
Sew Cozy: Easy Sewing Ideas for Warm and Comfy Knit Clothes
Fabric and pattern recommendations to sew warm, cozy garments for you and your family.
Wee Care/Preemie Sewing Pattern Round-Up for Charity.
Updated for 2023: Several free Wee Care patterns to use for sewing for charity.
Smocking: Choosing a Fabric
I am back with the next in our Smocking: The Basics series. Today we are going to discuss fabric selection. Many different fabrics may be...
Smocking: Patterns for your First Smocked Garment
Here are my recommended patterns for your first smocked garment.
A Round-Up of Hearts to Stitch and Sew
A Round up of free Heart smocking, quilting and embroidery designs.
A Free Heart Pocket for My Valentine!
A free Heart pocket to add to your next sewing creation.
Hearts to Stitch and Sew
Quick and easy Heart patterns to stitch and sew, most of which are free.
A Round-Up of Free Heart Patterns
A round up of free heart designs for you to sew from smocking to bags to pillows.
Reese's Garden of Hearts Free Smocking Plate
A free smocking plate that can be downloaded featuring geometric and picture smocked hearts.
Resources for Donating Fabric
Places that accept donated fabric and craft supplies.
Gift Guide for Sewing & Smocking Enthusiasts
Here are 12 gift ideas for the sewing or smocking enthusiast in your life.
Different Ways to Organize Embroidery Floss
Different options to contain and organize embroidery floss.
Hand Sewing a Fine Rolled Hem with the Toymaker Stitch.
A video tutorial on how to stitch a fine rolled hem on that works on different fabrics and curves.
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