How to Use Different File Types for PDF Sewing Patterns So what exactly do you get when you purchase a PDF sewing pattern? This is an important thing to know before you buy, so you can make sure that you are able to use the pattern. What is a PDF Pattern? A PDF pattern is […]
Do you have bins of small fabric scraps sitting around waiting for the right project? Here are some great projects that feature small pieces! 1. Twisted Tank by Titchy Threads A fun tank top for kids can be a great way to use smaller pieces of knit fabrics! The Twisted Tank offers a great diagonal […]
Hi there! I'm Anisha, honored to be a part of the team here at Sew PDF, and I have a blog tutorial for you today on the Hedgehog Hoodie by Tie Dye Diva! I will cover adding piping to the princess seams while using pockets and how I did the zippers on these vests for […]
This tutorial (with extra details and pictures) was created by our fantastic team member Keri as a supplement to the instructions in the Rogue River Joggers pattern (for adults or kids), but this method could be used for any pattern with an elastic waist created by folding down the top of the pants (with no […]
***Last updated November 2024 December can be a really expensive and busy month, so every year we take some time to slow down in January, and then focus on getting back into the swing of sewing with some amazing FREE patterns! Our annual #freepatternfebruary sewing challenge is a fun way to enter to win prizes, […]
As most of us are looking at spending the holidays at home this year, we may not be thinking too much about what we wear. But personally I think we still need to see out the year in style, even if it's an extra comfy style! Here are some fantastic pattern choices to make yourself […]
We are approaching the 2021 Holiday season, and I think we are all trying to avoid the malls this year - and concerned that the shelves may be empty! Why not stay home and get some sewing done instead? Bonus, with some of these you can use up some scraps AND make beautiful & practical […]
I often see questions about whether a woven dress can be made in knit fabric (or vice versa). While the answer is usually no - there are a few exceptions. The Sugar Pie Dress by Duchess and Hare is a perfect example of a woven dress that can easily be made in knit fabric! The […]
A common style of PDF pattern has a white border around the edges, and requires you to trim it off and butt the edges of the rectangles together. We call these Trim Assembly or Trim-Style patterns. However, there is an easy way to assemble these patterns without trimming all the edges! Simply layer the pages […]