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No Pattern Needed – Sew Easy Linen Summer Tops with Alisa Shay

Just two measurements and one hour to sew this simple linen top for summer! In this free beginner-friendly video tutorial Alisa Shay from Thoughtful Creativity shows us how to draft a very simple linen top for summer. Using just two measurements, this top is very easy to sew, no pattern drafting experience required! Lots to learn in this wonderful video! These tops are ideal for capsule wardrobes. Watch now: Linen fabrics at FabricMart More beginner-friendly sewing featured

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Memento Tops – Thoughtful Upcycling with Londa Rohlfing

Londa Rohlfing demonstrates how she redesigns and sews unique refashioned tops using men’s knit shirts in this free episode from It’s Sew Easy, a PBS show, Series 1600. Follow along and learn how to utilize knit tops, woven shirts, lace, neckties, and fabric to create your very own one-of-a-kind (OOAK) tops! Sewing Memento Tops with Londa Memento Upcycled Knit Top Sewing ePattern at Etsy More restyling and upcycling inspiration at SWN: Transformation Challenge – Sewing and R

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My Own Transformation Challenge

We just had The Great British Sewing Bee Series 5, and this year’s winner was the youngest yet at 33. Sadly the BBC just archive all these series, so you never get to see them again if you missed them when the aired. So sad, I would have bought them all on DVD if they were available, I find them so addictive. Moving on, I recently gave myself a GBSB style transformation challenge, but with no time limit to contend with! Juliet Uzor has become the youngest ever winner of th

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Refashioning a XL Button-down Shirt Into a Two-Piece Skirt + Jacket

Learn how to cut and sew a wrap-style mini-skirt with a half-elastic waistband and jacket from one extra-large button down shirt. Watch the free tutorial now: Cutting Edge Jacket ePattern More about madebyaya sewing tutorials: Sidekick Wrap Skirt Pattern #refashioned #sewingtutorial #elastic #jacket #serger #madebyyaya #buttonhole #shirt #skirt #refashion #garment

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How to Sew a Simple Turtleneck Sweater Dress – Comicat Creations

Learn how to sew this simple classic turtleneck in this free step-by-step sewing tutorial – no pattern needed! You can make it in a dress length, or shirt length. This project requires a heavy sweater knit for a warm top for winter, or use a lighter/medium weight knit to make a top that’s great for layering… a versatile and comfortable garment. Since an existing long-sleeve shirt is used as a template, you can sew it any size you’d like, from petite to plus size women’s or e

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Sew a Flattering Basic Long Sleeve Top

In this free video, the smart folks at TeachMeFashion demonstrate how they create this classic jersey knit top . This top is a perfect addition to any capsule wardrobe! The perfect long sleeve top. Designed with comfort in mind this top is a go-to long-sleeve top for any wardrobe. A full body silhouette that flares out from the waist, a longer hemline, a higher neckline and full-length sleeves, this top has all the flattering elements suitable for all body shapes. Comfortab

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Learn How to Sew a Shirt Yoke with the Burrito Method – Stitchless TV

This garment sewing technique, demonstrated by Tree from StitchlessTV, is ideal for creating a clean, professional finish on the inside of your #memade shirts. Watch the free video to see how this is done: Advertisement More at SWN: Advertisement #method #sewingtutorial #finishing #garmentsewingtechnique #freesewingtutorial #sewingvideo #garmentsewing #tips #yoke #backyoke #technique #garmentsewingtutorial #shirt #freevideotutorial #videotutorial #StitchlessTV

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Sew this Summer Top in Soft Linen + Free ePattern

This top is designed by Laura at Sew Different, to be an easy-wear and easy-care comfortable top that will become a wardrobe staple, just as it has with Laura. You can adjust the scoop at the neck by adjusting the tucks. A nice soft flowy top, sewn in beautiful solid grey linen in this photo. This blouse pattern is perfect to sew for warmer weather, or extend the sleeves for cooler months. You can do this! You can extend the sleeves for colder months of the year. Extend the

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Patriotic Sewing and Quilting Projects – A Free Video Series

A video series featuring free sewing and quilting tutorials to create some patriotic decor, garments, and accessories. Decorate your home, wear your patriotism, and celebrate liberty with some of these fun projects you can make. Bring out your fabric scraps! There’s something for everyone. Watch the free series: Mettler Silk Finish Cotton Thread 50 wt. 109 yd. #9823 Multi Patriotic from: CreateForLess More patriotic projects are featured at SWN: Patriotic Welcome – Free W

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Create and Sew Beautiful Necklines and Collars for Garments

How to Sew the Perfect Neckline – with Marina Brumpton Advertisement More: Create, sew, and correct necklines on t-shirts, blouses, knit tops, and more at SWN! Check out Create and Sew Beautiful Necklines and Collars for Garments from Sew Whats New at Mode Learn about different types of necklines: Learn how to attach piping to your neckline: #collar #sewing #collarless #neckline #freesewingtutorial #blouse #shirt #necklinefacing #freevideotutorial #MarinaBrumpton #garment

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Tall Boys – How to Sew Boys Pants from a Man’s Shirt

Two fabulous sewing tutorials upcycling men’s button-down shirts turning them into boys pants from Megan of Create with Wild Abandon – Meggipeg. The first tutorial by Megan uses a thrifted man’s red shirt, purchased with this upcycle project in mind. The construction process is based on Megan’s previous boy’s pants refashion tutorial and her second tutorial found here is based on this ‘Saltwater Kids’ tutorial for boy’s shorts. Go to Boy’s Pants Refashion Tutorials One and T

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How to Add Bat-wing Sleeves – with Angela Wolf on It’s Sew Easy

Angela Wolf shows us how to alter a sewing pattern to add bat-wing sleeves on It’s Sew Easy! More sleeve sewing techniques and tutorials at SWN: Video: How to Make a Bat-wing Shirt Video: Setting a Sleeve Video: Straight Sleeve Sloper Topic: Shirt Sleeves to Yoga Capris Photo: this is the butterfly sleeve Video: Pattern Cutting Tutorial: How To Adjust Sleeve Length Video: T-shirt Reconstruction- Puff Sleeves Topic: Refashion a Short-sleeved Dress into Long-sleeved blouse Vide

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How to Attach a Facing to a Neckline – Free Sewing Tutorial with SewOverIt

How to attach a facing to a neckline – with SewOverIt Stephani Miller’s FREE Draping Lesson SWN links to help you with this sewing project: Neckline Binding for Knits – Free Sewing Tutorial Video: Pattern Cutting Tutorial: How To Lower Necklines Video: Adjusting a Gaping Neckline – Free Tutorial from Fashion Sewing Blog TV Video: Pattern Cutting Tutorial: How to Check/Alter Shirt Collar Stand/Neckline To Avoid Puckering Video: Collar Sewing Tutorial Video: How to Interface a

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How to Sew a Boho Peasant Blouse

More beautiful boho and peasant-style sewing projects: Nicey Jane Peasant Dress sewn by Mary Ann Brumfield Blog Post: Tutorial: How to Sew a Peasant Top Blog Post: Fall Peasant Dress Blog Post: Dress it Up Peasant Style Peasant Top for Valentine’s Day by Jennifer Hester Fun Flower Peasant Top by Jennifer Hester The Knotty Girl Boho Bag PDF Pattern Newest Peasant Dress by Lynn Palmertree Blue Floral Peasant Dress by Kathy Hood Upcycled Girls Peasant Dress by Amanda Daughtry C

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Fitting Tips That Will Change the Way You Look At Garment Construction

A Whiteboard Sewing Tutorial by Chris White demonstrates three tips for garment fitting, sewing and pattern making. “Let me know what questions you have about Pattern Making and maybe I’ll make a video answering your questions! You can also get my free PDF, The Handy Patternmaker’s EBook with updated links, showing you exactly what tools you need to get started making patterns and where to get them.” – Chris White Advertisement: Plus-Size Pattern Fitting & Design related sewi

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Gretchen Hirsch & Hairline Seams for Sewing with Sheer Fabrics

Gretchen Hirsch demonstrates the “hairline seam” for sewing with sheer fabrics while explaining the “how’s” and “why’s” when sewing with sheers. This sewing technique creates a beautifully finished garment. Advertisement Blouses and Tops Sewn by You at SWN: Empire Waist Blouse Pattern – Free PDF by Craft Habit Empire Waist Blouse Pattern – Free PDF by Craft Habit Advertisement #silk #hem #sewingtutorial #finishing #GretchenHirsch #seams #fabric #curvedseams #blouse #sheer #ge

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Upcycled Tunic from a Sweatshirt – Free Sewing Video Tutorial

“In this video, I’ll be showing you how to turn a sweatshirt into a long tunic. This is the first part in a two part series showing you how to turn a sweatsuit in to a maxi-length skirt suit with a long ruffled skirt and a matching tunic top.” Paganelli Tunic with Bravo Fabric Tunic Sewing Tutorials & Projects: Photo: Paganelli Tunic with Bravo Fabric Video: How To Make A Stylish Beach Tunic Video: Create A Short & Sexy Vintage Tunic Topic: T-Shirt Tunic – Reconstruction Vide

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How to Sew a Panelled Tank Top

Learn to sew a ladies tank top with leather or lace side panels: Blouses and Tops sewn by you at SWN: #sewingtutorial #summer #freesewingtutorial #tanktop #WithWendy #blouse #leather #garmentsewing #panels #shirt #lace #inserts #free

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Refashion a Skirt into a Dressy Tee

Miss P refashioned a simple gathered skirt into a dressy t-shirt you could wear anywhere. Skirts are a great source of fabric for refashioning! This sewing tutorial shows you what to keep, and what to cut, how to cut, and how to sew it back together. Those thrift store skirts now have much more to offer! Even if you don’t wear skirts, check out the skirt section of your local thrift shop. Portia, who authored this tutorial recommends looking for simple skirts gathered into

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Upcycled Summer Dresses and Shirts – 9 Free Sewing Tutorials

Joy of How Joyful transforms this short sleeve button-down shirt into this sweet summer dress. A thrifted oversized button-down shirt to start with: Joy Kelley is a creative Industrial Designer from the Universidad de Chile by degree. Check out Joy’s blog to see how she deconstructed the shirt and then constructed and sewed the dress together. Joy made excellent use of all of her fabric pieces! Clever and beautiful! See how Joy did it! ✂ Advertisement ✂ How to Recycle Men’

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