How To Sew
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
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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 Sashiko embroidery
Learn all about the history of the ancient art of Sashiko embroidery plus how to do it. Then practise your new-found skills on two free patterns with Gathered!
How to do visible mending
Master the art of visible mending with Flora Collingwood-Norris' colourful tutorial.
Your comprehensive guide to high quality fabrics
To create beautiful pieces, you first need the highest quality fabrics! Discover the best fabrics for sewing and quilting with Liberty.
Complete guide on how to thread an overlocker
an overlocker machine is the perfect tool to take your sewing to the next level. Learn how to thread an overlocker with our guide.
How to make a tie: step by step instructions
Lean how to make a tie for a special occasion (or the office) with Jenni Smith’s classic style in a Liberty floral print.
Your guide to sewing elastic: How to sew with elastic step by step
Sewing elastic is one of the most useful items in the haberdashery. We talk you through how to sew with elastic and add it to the clothes you make. Read on to find out how to use it to create clever effects and comfortable garments.
The best kids sewing machine to nurture your child's creativity in 2025
A child’s first sewing machine will be something they remember forever and will cherish memories of learning to sew with you. Find out what to look for when you shop for childrens sewing machines and discover a few of our favourite models to get kids started
How to make a hair bow in just a few simple steps
You may have seen the gorgeous hair bows all over the high street right now but we are going to show you how to make one of your own. Follow Simply Sewing Technical Editor Sarah Taylor's demonstration video below.
43 of the best sewing starter kits
Get ready to enhance your sewing stash and discover the essential basic equipment you'll need to start stitching today plus amazing sewing kits for beginners to get you started.
Best sewing books to boost your skills
Sewing books can be an invaluable source of advice, practical guides and patterns, whether you're a beginner or an experienced sewer. Explore our pick of the best sewing books to buy in 2024
Learn how to make clothes like they do on Sewing Bee!
Welcome to the wonderful world of dressmaking! If you're wondering how hard it is to make clothes then you've come to the right place. Making clothes is simple when you know how, so read our article and learn how to design your dream wardrobe.
How to sew a zipper
Create fitted and professional garments with our how to sew in a zipper tutorial.
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.
