Sewing How To: Puff Sleeve Hack + Metra Blazer

How To, Metra Blazer, Pattern Hack

Puff Sleeve Hack + Metra Blazer Hi everyone,  This is Livia from Livia.JY on Instagram and from the blog Liviality. Hacking patterns is one of my all-time favorite things to do, and when you have an amazingly drafted pattern it makes the process way easier and a...

Projector Sewing: Making it work in the space you’ve got

Forte, How To, Sewing Space, Uncategorized

How to set-up a projector, no matter the size of your sewing space

Sewing School: Everything you need to know about THREAD

Acorn Vest, Oakley Vest, Sewing School, Uncategorized

Everything you need to know about thread for a beginner sewist.

Year in Review: Love Notion’s 2022 Sewing Patterns, Courses, and Events

New Pattern Release, News

The sewing patterns, courses, and resources that Love Notions delivered in 2022

How to sew knit binding + Tranquil Nightwear

Sewing School, Tranquil Nightwear

Learn how to sew knit binding.

How to work creatively with fabric shortages + Tessa Sheath Dress

Fabric, How To, Tessa Sheath Dress

Short on fabric? Here are 6 tips to work creatively with the fabric you have.

How to Digitally Organize your Fabric Stash + Fraser Cardigan

Fabric, Fraser Cardigan, Sewing School

How to digitally organize your fabric stash + Fraser Cardigan

Secret Sewist Exchange 2022 + Holiday Sewing Inspiration

Compose Robe, Round Up

SECRET SEWISTS REVEALED Welcome to the Love Notions Secret Sewist 2022 Reveal (with a little sewing inspiration to get you ready for the holidays). Love Notions has had a fantastic 2022 and we are thankful for the ambassador team for all they've done to spread the...

7 Tips for Sewing Perfect Pockets + A Sloane Sweater Look You’ll Love

Sewing School, Sloane Sweater

Tips and Tricks for Sewing Pockets – using the Love Notions Sloane Sweater Sewing Pattern.

Save Fabric! How to cut smart + Sewing Presto Tunic

Fabric, Presto Tunic, Sewing School

Tip for saving fabric when you cut

5 Ways to Sew Your Resolution Bottoms + Fabric!

Fabric, Resolution Bottoms

5 Ways to Sew Resolution Bottoms + Fabric

10 Helpful Tips to create the Jeans of your Dreams!

Legato Jeans, New Pattern Release

All you need to know about Legato Jeans sewing pattern, course, and kit – plus 10 helpful tips for sewing!

How to Create Distinctive Looks Quickly: Arlington Sweater

Arlington Sweater, Fabric

Create a Variety of Looks Quickly with Love Notions Arlington

How to sew a 3D design

How To, Rockford Raglan, Sewing School

Learn how to create a 3d design using your sewing machine.

How to sew for Tweens: 6 Tips!

Boyfriend Cardigan, Sewing School, Styling

How to sew for your tween

Focus on Fit: How to make a Flat Seat Adjustment

Fitting, glissando

Learn how to make a flat seat adjustment.

What sewists need to know about “Ease”

La Bella Donna Dolman, Sewing School

Read this post to learn about “ease” when it comes to sewing.

Sewing School: How to Professionally Finish Seams for Wovens + Luna Loungewear Collection

How To, Luna Loungewear, Sewing School, Styling

Learn how to professionally finish seams + Luna Loungewear Looks!

Introducing Saltwhistle Top & Dress Sewing Pattern

New Pattern Release, News

All about our newest pattern!

Tempo Sundress Flutter Sleeve Strap Hack + Bra Strap Holder

How To, Pattern Hack

Learn how to add a flutter sleeve to your Tempo Sundress.

FOCUS ON FIT:  Why Should I Use High Bust When Determining My Pattern Size?

Feature Friday, Fitting

How and why to use your high bust measurement to get a great fit for your sewing.

Sewing School: How to use interfacing when you sew

Lyric Peplum and Dress, Sewing School

Learn about how to shop for, sew with, and use interfacing.

Five easy ways to hem knit fabrics

How To, Sewing School, Tidal Top & Dress

Learn how to hem knits with five easy techniques.

How to make a gathered and tiered skirt for Rhapsody Dress

How To, Pattern Hack, Rhapsody Blouse

Sew gathered tiers and add them to any bodice with this easy and quick method – using Rhapsody Dress from Love Notions Sewing Patterns.

How to sew French seams

How To, Melody Dolman

Learn to sew French Seams for a clean & strong finish

How to sew Broderie Anglaise or Eyelet Fabric

Cadence Top & Dress, Fabric, How To

Sewing School: A Guide to Sewing Eyelet Fabric Have you fallen in love with the gorgeous details of embroidered fabrics like broderie anglaise but you feel totally intimidated to sew them? Especially with all those scary little holes? This post is for you! Hi sewing...

How to make Thomas Track Pants for Curves

Thomas Track Pants

How to adapt Thomas Track Pants for curves!

How to sew knits with just a regular sewing machine

Fabric, How To, Sewing School, Sunday Romper

How to sew knits with a regular sewing machine.

How to Shop for Fabric Online

Metra Blazer, Sewing School

Learn how to shop for fabric online!

Pressing Matters: Get pro results with your iron

How To, Sewing School, Sonata Dress

Learn all about getting the best, most professional results while you sew.

How to lengthen Lincoln Top

How To, Lincoln Top, Pattern Hack

Learn how to easily lengthen Lincoln Top!

Introducing Lincoln Top: all about fit and fabric!

Fabric, Fitting, Lincoln Top, New Pattern Release, News

Learn about the fit and fabric for Lincoln Top – our newest pattern release!

How to interpret pattern markings with Willow Wrap Dress

Sewing School, Willow Wrap Dress

Learn how to interpret sewing pattern markings on any sewing pattern.

How to Swap Sleeves on Sewing Patterns

How To, Pattern Hack, Sewing School, Vivace

Learn how easy it can be to interchange the sleeves between your sewing patterns.

Maternity-Friendly Sewing Patterns: Plus, a closer look at Fraser Cardigan

Fraser Cardigan, Maternity, New Pattern Release

Fraser Cardigan, plus all the patterns that are perfect for maternity (and beyond!)

What is Fabric Grainline? (& how does it affect your sewing?)

Dockside, Driftwood, Sewing School

Understanding Fabric grainline – and how it can improve your sewing.

How to create a Fuller Full Bicep Adjustment: What To Do When You Need a Little More Space

Fitting, Margot Peplum

How to create a FULLER full bicep adjustment

How to Sew Mitered Corners

Presto Tunic, Sewing School

Don’t Cut Corners…Miter Them!

Our Year in Review: New Patterns, Updates, and Re-Releases in 2021

Round Up, Seasonal, Tessa Sheath Dress

Take a look at the sewing patterns from 2021!

Your Gift Guide for Sewing Notions: plus, Secret Sewists Revealed!

News, Seasonal

Get lots of sewing gift ideas in this Secret Sewist gift exchange reveal from Love Notions Sewing Patterns!

How to Sew with Sequins

sequins, Serenity Sweater, Sewing School

How to sew with sequins on the Serenity Sweater from Love Notions PDF patterns.

How to make a Shoulder Slope Pattern Adjustment (with Compose Robe)

Compose Robe, Fitting

How to adjust the shoulder slope with the Compose Robe.

Love Notions Patterns for Holiday Pajamas, Dress Up, and Gifting

Seasonal

Is anyone else wondering how the holiday season is just around the corner?!  Every year I think I’m going to be ahead of the game and then I am scrambling at the last minute.  I’ve put together a little Love Notions Holiday Guide that will hopefully be...

40% off Sale + Machine Giveaway Event

News, Round Up

We're excited to announce that Love Notions is gearing up for our annual 40% off sale. We don't do site-wide sales often around here, so when we do have them, we do them big. 40% is definitely the most substantial discount we will do this entire year. So now is a...

How to Make Your Own Bias Binding with Oakley Vest

Feature Friday, How To, Oakley Vest, Sewing School

Hi all, I'm Ilse and you can find me as Sewsewilse on my blog and Instagram. Today I'm here to chat with you about bias binding. I hope this will be a good resource for all the bias binding related topics. Not only do you use bias for clothing but if you are making...

How to make a sleeveless sweater

Arlington Sweater, Pattern Hack

Learn how to make a sleeveless sweater vest hack using Arlington Sweater.

How (and why) to make a muslin for pants

Duet Trousers, Fitting

Learn how and why to sew a muslin for fitting pants.

How to move a bust dart – Focus on Fit

Feature Friday, Fitting, Harmony Blouse

Learn how (and why) to adjust bust darts for your unique body.

What if I’m sewing between sizes?

Fitting, Pemberley

A solution for those who measure between sizes on the size chart for sewing patterns.

How to take accurate measurements for sewing

Back to school, Feature Friday, Fitting, How To, Rockford Raglan, Samson Sweater, Wrigley Raglan

How to take accurate measurements for sewing.

Sew Back to School Sewing Challenge!

Back to school, Feature Friday, Seasonal

Learn about the back to school sewing challenge from Love Notions Sewing Patterns.

Tempo Hack: Full Shirred Bodice

How To, Pattern Hack

Learn how to make a fully shirred Tempo Sundress hack!

How to do a Swayback Adjustment

Fitting, How To, Willow Wrap Top

How to do a swayback adjustment – plus a cute hack for Willow Wrap Top!

All you need to know about the pattern update process at Love Notions: plus, what’s new with Sybil Skirt

News, Skirt, Sybil Skirt

Learn how and why we update patterns at Love Notions – including our latest update: Sybil Skirt!

Machine Needles 101: Let’s get to the Point

Feature Friday, La Bella Donna Dolman, Sewing School

Learn all about sewing machine needles and how to get the most as you sew.

The Ultimate Guide to Sewing Machine Feet

Allegro Pants & Skirt, Sewing School

Sewing Machine Feet guide plus Allegro skirt button front hack!

Who to follow for sewing online & Game Day Jersey

Game Day Jersey, News

Our brand ambassador team + Game Day Jersey

How to do a Small Bust Adjustment

Feature Friday, Fitting, How To, Melody Dolman

Learn how to create a small bust adjustment.

How to Sew a Zipper

Maxx-ine Pants, Sabrina Slims, Sewing School

Learn more about how to sew a zipper!

How to Add Upcycling to Your Sewing Practice

How To, News

Learn how to upcycle in your sewing practice.

How to Lengthen or Shorten Patterns

Fitting, Sunday Romper

How to lengthen or shorten your sewing pattern to fit your measurements perfectly.

The Love Notions Ambassador Program

Feature Friday

Get a behind the scenes look at the Love Notions ambassador team. Want to join us?

Sewing with Woven & Knit Fabric

Blissful Blazer, Sewing School

Woven and Knit Fabric: What’s the difference and how to use them as you sew.

Easy ways to modify a tank pattern to get exactly what you want: Sprint Muscle Shirt to the Rescue!

Sprint

Learn how to use a tried and true pattern block to create exactly what you want with Sprint Muscle Shirt.