SEWING How-To Videos & Articles

Follow these sewing tutorials to learn all about sewing with WonderHowTo's collection of free how to articles, like Sew an Applique on a Garment, Sew Fur Lined Mittens, and Use a Sewing Machine.

You'll also find several great arts & crafts tutorials in the Arts & Crafts category.

150 how-to articles

How To Sew an Applique on a Garment

Sew an Applique on a Garment

Appliques are fun! They add pizzazz to your garments and accessories. Here's a few tips: Gather supplies. Use stiff scrap fabrics, such as ...more

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How To Sew Fur Lined Mittens

Sew Fur Lined Mittens

The wind is cutting though your brand-new gloves. You rub them together desperately trying to get some heat into them but with no avail ...more

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How To Use a Sewing Machine

Use a Sewing Machine

Using a sewing machine is not as difficult as it seems. The basics of machine sewing are the same no matter what make or model machine you ...more

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How To Sew and Turn Narrow Shoulder Straps

Sew and Turn Narrow Shoulder Straps

This article describes an easy way to sew narrow (thin) straps for a dress or other item and turn them inside out hassle free. This ...more

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How To Sew a Cloth Gift Bag

Sew a Cloth Gift Bag

Cloth gift bags are easy to make and last longer than paper gift bags. The recipient will not only be flattered by the effort you put into ...more

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How To Sew a Fleece Hat

Sew a Fleece Hat

Here's an easy sewing project that will keep you warm in winter ... A fleece hat that converts to ear muffs or a neck gaiter! Customize your ...more

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How To Sew a Jester Hat Thread Catcher

Sew a Jester Hat Thread Catcher

There are lots of different thread catchers out there, this one is fast and fun and your quilting scraps are perfect. Cut four light fabrics ...more

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How To Sew a Reversible Bag

Sew a Reversible Bag

This reversible bag is appealing because it's very simple to make and also quite versatile. You can change the size to accommodate anything ...more

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Views 480

How To Sew a Button

Sew a Button

Sewing buttons is easy once you get the hang of it. It's a very useful skill to possess, as buttons do fall off. These instructions are for ...more

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How To Read a Sewing Pattern

Read a Sewing Pattern

Sewing patterns can often be difficult to understand. Where do you sew the flap? Do you sew this or that first? This article will help you ...more

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How To Choose a Sewing Machine

Choose a Sewing Machine

There are a lot of sewing machine choices out there, from fancy, expensive computerized machines that can embroider large designs to basic ...more

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How To Sew a Barbie Outfit

Sew a Barbie Outfit

Have you ever wanted to make your own Barbie doll clothes, either for yourself, your child, or your friends? Look no further! This guide ...more

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How To Sew Using Patterns

Sew Using Patterns

Sewing patterns are typically cut out and pinned to the fabric. After the pattern pieces are pinned to the fabric, the fabric is then cut ...more

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How To Sew a Scented Shoe Stuffer

Sew a Scented Shoe Stuffer

Scented shoe stuffers have been sewn for many centuries as a way to rid shoes of undesirable odours. This is a great way to use up quilting ...more

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How To Sew a Cloth Baseball

Sew a Cloth Baseball

Whether you're making a toy, a decoration , or even a pincushion , these instructions will show you how to create a basic " baseball " ...more

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How To Thread a Sewing Machine

Thread a Sewing Machine

So you found a pattern for a cool skirt and you dug out Grandma's old sewing machine, but now what? This page will teach you where to put ...more

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Views 630

How To Assemble a Sewing Kit

Assemble a Sewing Kit

Putting together a sewing kit is both fun and useful. This also makes an ideal gift for someone moving into their own place for the first ...more

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How To Set Up a Sewing Room

Set Up a Sewing Room

A great idea for any seamster or seamstress is to have a place where they can get ideas, sew in peace, and have a place to put away their ...more

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How To Sew a Reversible Tote Bag

Sew a Reversible Tote Bag

Here's a reversible tote bag made with a contrasting cuff. Use it for your crafts, the beach or groceries. Customize it to suit your needs ...more

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How To Sew an iPod Carrying Case

Sew an iPod Carrying Case

With a bit of time and materials, you can make your own custom iPod carrying case... for a fraction of the price found in most electronics ...more

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How To Sew a Knitting Needle Roll Up

Sew a Knitting Needle Roll Up

Whether you are knitting socks or a sweater , there are times when it is necessary to change the knitting needle size in the middle of ...more

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How To Sew an Elastic Strap on a Ballet Slipper

Sew an Elastic Strap on a Ballet Slipper

A split-sole ballet slipper typically comes with a loose elastic strap that must be hand-sewn onto each slipper. Simply sewing the strap ...more

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How To Make a Silk Pleated Evening Bag

Make a Silk Pleated Evening Bag

This tutorial is for a delicious silk evening bag, as pictured. It has a balloon-shape that is created by inserting both pleats and darts ...more

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How To Make a Summer Dress out of a Bedsheet

Make a Summer Dress out of a Bedsheet

Would you like to make a custom summer dress ? Or perhaps you just don't have enough money to buy that new dress you've been eyeing for the ...more

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How To Make a Sock Doll

Make a Sock Doll

You'll never know what happened to that missing sock , but now you know what to do with its other half. A few "orphan" socks from your ...more

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How To Make a 3D Stuffed Giraffe

Make a 3D Stuffed Giraffe

If you're making a small gift for a little friend, you might want to forgo the standard teddy bear and aim for something more exotic and ...more

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How To Make a Chenille Denim Blanket

Make a Chenille Denim Blanket

Do you have unused, worn out jeans? Got an old flannel sheet hanging around that you never use? Here's a recycling idea for you; make a warm ...more

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How To Make Your Own Skirt

Make Your Own Skirt

Here's a simple way to make a skirt. It's easy, customizable, and perfect for beginners. Decide whether you want to wear your skirt around ...more

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How To Make a Belle of the Ball Doll

Make a Belle of the Ball Doll

If girls like dolls, they will enjoy this little craft. It is an easy craft to make and can be the basis of a great family bonding exercise ...more

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How To Make a Bloo Doll

Make a Bloo Doll

You should know Bloo from Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends if you clicked on this. So if you want to find out how to make a stuffed ...more

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How To Make a Scented Dream Pillow

Make a Scented Dream Pillow

With this dream pillow you're going to be able to sleep like a baby, and its easy to make. Draw on a piece of fabric two rectangles from ...more

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How To Make a Sock Monkey

Make a Sock Monkey

This classic, yet goofy, sock toy has been a favorite of children for years. Why not make your own sock monkey using two socks, plus ...more

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How To Make a Backpack Bag

Make a Backpack Bag

A "just the right size" backpack bag for the city dweller who needs a nifty bag that will securely hold the essentials, but will leave your ...more

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How To Make Soft Bag Handles

Make Soft Bag Handles

This is a handy method for making soft bag handles to attach to a wide array of bags that you might be stitching. Take the long strip of bag ...more

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How To Make a Corduroy Pants Purse

Make a Corduroy Pants Purse

Have you got a comfy pair of corduroy pants that are in awesome shape but you just never wear them? Instead of leaving them languishing in ...more

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How To Make a Tote Bag

Make a Tote Bag

Do you need a tote bag, or know someone who'd love it as a gift ? Are you bored with the selections in the stores? Or perhaps just too ...more

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Views 359

How To Make a Poncho from a Shower Curtain

Make a Poncho from a Shower Curtain

If you're retiring your shower curtain, maybe it can be born again as a poncho . Instead of protecting your bathroom floor from an indoor ...more

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How To Make a Tissue Pouch

Make a Tissue Pouch

Making your own tissue pouches has its benefits. When the cold season is coming, you can make sure each family member has his or her own ...more

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How To Make Waterbed Sheets

Make Waterbed Sheets

Do you have a water bed that you love?....All except for the outrageous prices they charge for a set of sheets for it? Do you hate paying ...more

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How To Make a Crazy Quilt Pillow

Make a Crazy Quilt Pillow

"Crazy quilting" is when folks put oddly shaped and colored pieces of cloth together and stitch fancy, crazy and interesting patterns over ...more

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How To Make a Quilt from Tee Shirts

Make a Quilt from Tee Shirts

Do you have a bunch of tee shirts that you can't part with? Are your dresser drawers overflowing with race commemoratives, favorite team ...more

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How To Make an Umbrella Pouch

Make an Umbrella Pouch

Save all those old umbrellas . Umbrellas that have turned inside out due to a very windy rain storm are still useful in other ways. Think of ...more

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How To Make a Draft Dodger

Make a Draft Dodger

A "Draft Dodger" is a simple tube of fabric stuffed with other fabrics or materials. It is used to keep the outside cold air from sneaking ...more

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How To Make a Temari Ball

Make a Temari Ball

Temari balls are a traditional Japanese toy/decoration given for good luck in the new year. You can make your own in approximately 20 ...more

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Views 691

How To Thread a Needle and Tie a Knot

Thread a Needle and Tie a Knot

If you are not a sewer yet or craft-minded, threading a needle properly may not be something that has crossed your mind before. Whether you ...more

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How To Insert a Drawstring

Insert a Drawstring

Whether the drawstring has pulled out of a waistband or you're inserting a drawstring or elastic in a casing you have just sewn, you'll ...more

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How To Make a Felt Rosebud Pincushion

Make a Felt Rosebud Pincushion

If you know someone who loves to sew , or if you yourself are tired of buying standard pincushions at the store (not another tomato or ...more

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How To Make a Papasan Chair Cushion

Make a Papasan Chair Cushion

Do you have an old papasan or "satellite dish" chair with a ratty (or entirely missing!) cushion? Can't wash that big thing? Can't afford to ...more

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How To Make a Purse for Your American Girl Doll

Make a Purse for Your American Girl Doll

This is a simple, fun doll accessory that's versatile and cute. The purse shown is in preppy green and pink, but it would look equally ...more

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How To Make a Knotted Bag for Twine

Make a Knotted Bag for Twine

Buy the ball of twine before you start to make the bag so that you can be sure of the size. Knot the 17 strands of raffia. Hold the stick ...more

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1000+ Ways to Open a Beer Bottle

Here it is, the first 15 methods courtesy of WonderHowTo, plus 1001 and counting from Stefan Lampert's blog solely dedicated to the subject. Stefan's blog is in German, so English speakers should ...

Holiday Cookies: Lab Mice, Chocolate Atoms & Gingerbread Scientists

In spirit of the recently posted brightly frosted cupcake periodic table, here are some equally clever, beautiful science-themed holiday cookies from Not So Humble.  The creative cooking blog ...

Deliverance Style Old Dude Creates Fully Automatic Crossbow

I have to say, this thing is pretty awesome. I find the smooth movement of the apparatus mesmerizing. However, I also have to say, the inventor totally gives me the creeps (no offense, old man). Known ...

Horsesurfing (Swear, No Photoshop Used!)

The Brits have contributed a new sport to the world, coined Horsesurfing. Yes, it is just what it sounds like: the combined skill of horseback riding and surfing. According to the Daily Mail ...

New Super Hybrid Kicks Tesla Motors' Butt

Capstone's CMT-380 stealth looking prototype can hit 150mph, compared to Tesla's 125. Tesla better step it up. Says Engadget: "Rather than mixing batteries and a conventional engine, this whip ...

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