How To Sew
Your guide to sewing elastic: How to sew with elastic step by step
We talk you through how to sew with elastic and add it to the clothes you make.
How to use a needle threader
If you struggle to thread a needle, a needle threader can be a lifesaver! Learn how to use a needle threader step by step
How to adjust a sewing pattern to fit
New to sewing and dressmaking? Find out how to adjust a pattern to fit your measurements perfectly. Learn the ropes with our top tips!
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How to do a Full Bust Adjustment: wrap dress tutorial
If you have a larger bust and struggle to get the fit right on wrap bodices, you may need to do a full bust adjustment (FBA). Here is our step-by-step guide for altering a wrap dress sewing pattern so you can get the perfect custom fit.
Get jazzy with it – free harem pants pattern
Stop, it’s hammer time! Choose a jazzy print and let the fabric do the talking with Jennie Jones’ comfy quick-sew guide to how to make harem pants.
How to insert an invisible zipper
Give your garments a neat and professional finish with an invisible zip! Master this essential dressmaking technique with our step-by-step guide to inserting an invisible zipper.
How to make a circle skirt
Make Portia Lawrie's swishy circle skirt from buttery-soft faux leather in a rich berry shade for a luxe party look.
Fix your clothes: How to sew on a patch!
Give your broken garments a new lease of life by learning how to sew on a patch by hand.
How to make a tshirt without a sewing pattern
New to making your own clothes? Ditch traditional paper patterns and make life simple with our guide to how to make a tshirt using your favourite top as a template! Make this drapey sewing project with Karoline Dahrling-Hughes.
How to make a cushion cover
Learn how to make four different types of cushion covers with our step-by-step guides from sewist Zoë Patching.
How to use a sewing machine step-by-step
New to sewing and asking yourself how does a sewing machine work? We're here to help! We'll talk you through the different parts of your machine in this step-by-step guide: learn how to set it up and start sewing in no time.
How to make pleats guide
Learn how to make pleats using our expert guide, covering everything from knife pleats to box pleats.
Master the art of mending clothes with our guide!
Darn, stitch and patch your way through your wardrobe with our guide to mending clothes.
How to make ruffles: learn how to sew ruffles step by step
Work bold flourishes and gathers into your projects with our guide to adding ruffles. Read on to learn how to make ruffles!
How to trace sewing patterns
We all know we should trace a pattern before cutting, but how many of us can honestly say we do? Here are our top tips for perfect tracing
Your essential sewing machine thread guide
Which is the best thread to use with your sewing machine? Our guide to sewing machine threads will help you pick the best type for your project so you can get the best results from your stash!
A complete guide to sewing for beginners
Browse our complete guide to sewing for beginners to pick up all the essential knowledge you need.
How to do shirring (+ free shirring dress pattern and tutorial)
Make beautiful gatherings in your clothing with shirring! Learn how to sew shirring and make your own gorgeous shirred dress.
How to sew a hole (big or small) and fix pulled threads
Start your sustainable sewing journey by learning how to sew a hole! Patching up your clothes has never been so easy!
How to thread a bobbin – essential guide for beginners
Learn how to wind a bobbin and thread your machine with our step-by-step guide.
Impress Patrick Grant and Esme Young with these essential sewing techniques!
Improve your sewing and learn a new skill with these Great British Sewing Bee techniques. They’re good enough to impress even the toughest judges!
How to read sewing patterns for beginners
From choosing your size to picking the right cutting layout, learn how to read a sewing pattern with our beginner-friendly guide.
How to use a sewing pattern
So you're new to dressmaking and you've treated yourself to your first ever sewing pattern! Now what do you do with it? Read on to find out
How to do visible mending
Master the art of visible mending with Flora Collingwood-Norris' colourful tutorial.
