Beginner? Start here
If you are new to sewing, you’re in the right place
Hey crafter! You wanna make beautiful clothes that you can be proud of?
Love Notions’ PDF Patterns are perfect for people who are:
- new to sewing
- new to sewing clothes
- or new to PDF patterns
Shop this collection of beginner-friendly knit patterns
Shop this collection of beginner-friendly woven patterns
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- A reliable sewing machine (our favorite is the Babylock Brilliant)
- A cutting mat
- Rotary cutter
- Thread (we like Gutterman)
- Machine Needles (start with universal needles)
- Fabric (you can work with stretch or non-stretch, but keep in mind that different patterns require different types of fabrics)
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Try our Famous Laundry Day Tee
This pattern is beloved throughout the sewing community! For many people, it is the very first garment they ever sew up and it gets them hooked on the joy of sewing. Plus, you can get it for free when you join our private Facebook Pattern Support Group.
What about Fabric?
Fabric is an essential ingredient to any sewing project! Learn from these fabric resources & get what you need!
Learn how to use PDF Patterns
New to PDF patterns? You can use PDF patterns with your at home printer, send them to a copy shop for a large format print, or even project them directly onto your fabric with an overhead projector. Use these videos to see how. Plus, you can even see exactly how to sew up the Free Laundry Day Tee from start to finish using PDF patterns!
Sewing School is in session! Find instant support for your sewing questions
How to sew knits with just a regular sewing machine
How to sew knits with a regular sewing machine.
How to Shop for Fabric Online
Learn how to shop for fabric online!
Pressing Matters: Get pro results with your iron
Learn all about getting the best, most professional results while you sew.
How to interpret pattern markings with Willow Wrap Dress
Learn how to interpret sewing pattern markings on any sewing pattern.
How to Swap Sleeves on Sewing Patterns
Learn how easy it can be to interchange the sleeves between your sewing patterns.
What is Fabric Grainline? (& how does it affect your sewing?)
Understanding Fabric grainline – and how it can improve your sewing.
How to Sew Mitered Corners
Don’t Cut Corners…Miter Them!
How to Sew with Sequins
How to sew with sequins on the Serenity Sweater from Love Notions PDF patterns.
How to Make Your Own Bias Binding with Oakley Vest
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...