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Step-by-step projects, fixes for the problems every sewist runs into, and honest advice on choosing the right sewing machine.

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The four pages we’d hand a friend who just unboxed their first machine: the basics, a first project, more easy makes, and which machine to buy.

Learn How to Sew: My Guide to Sewing for BeginnersSewing TipsLearn How to Sew: My Guide to Sewing for BeginnersHow to Sew a Lined Zipper Pouch With Exact Cut SizesSewing ProjectsHow to Sew a Lined Zipper Pouch With Exact Cut Sizes25 Easy Sewing Projects for Beginners That Build Real SkillsSewing Projects25 Easy Sewing Projects for Beginners That Build Real SkillsBest Sewing Machine for BeginnersBuying GuideBest Sewing Machine for Beginners

Step-by-step tutorials

One project per post, with cut sizes, every step photographed, and the fixes for what usually goes wrong.

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How to Sew a Fabric Gnome with a Weighted Base and Fur BeardSewing ProjectsHow to Sew a Fabric Gnome with a Weighted Base and Fur BeardHow to Sew a Rag Wreath That Comes Out Full, Not ScragglySewing ProjectsHow to Sew a Rag Wreath That Comes Out Full, Not ScragglyHow to Sew Fabric Bird Ornaments for Branches, Trees, and GarlandsSewing ProjectsHow to Sew Fabric Bird Ornaments for Branches, Trees, and GarlandsHow to Sew a Mini Stocking Garland for a Mantel or Stair RailSewing ProjectsHow to Sew a Mini Stocking Garland for a Mantel or Stair RailHow to Sew Tea Towels with Mitered Corners and a Fabric BandSewing ProjectsHow to Sew Tea Towels with Mitered Corners and a Fabric BandHow to Sew a Drawstring Bread Bag in Linen or CottonSewing ProjectsHow to Sew a Drawstring Bread Bag in Linen or Cotton

Sewing projects

Practical makes for your home, your family and your fabric stash.

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How to Sew Folded Fabric Star Ornaments (Scandinavian Style)Sewing ProjectsHow to Sew Folded Fabric Star Ornaments (Scandinavian Style)How to Make a Fabric Yo-Yo Christmas Tree (Tabletop or Ornament)Sewing ProjectsHow to Make a Fabric Yo-Yo Christmas Tree (Tabletop or Ornament)How to Sew a Mini Fabric Wreath Ornament From a Single StripSewing ProjectsHow to Sew a Mini Fabric Wreath Ornament From a Single StripHow to Sew Stuffed Fabric Christmas Tree OrnamentsSewing ProjectsHow to Sew Stuffed Fabric Christmas Tree OrnamentsHow to Sew Fabric Gift Bags With a Drawstring TopSewing ProjectsHow to Sew Fabric Gift Bags With a Drawstring TopHow to Sew Baby Burp Cloths: Contoured and Rectangle StylesSewing ProjectsHow to Sew Baby Burp Cloths: Contoured and Rectangle Styles

Sewing machine buying guides

Which machine fits what you actually want to sew.

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Best Kids Sewing MachinesBuying GuideBest Kids Sewing MachinesBest Portable Sewing Machine: Reviews & Buyers GuideBuying GuideBest Portable Sewing Machine: Reviews & Buyers GuideBest Quilting Sewing MachinesBuying GuideBest Quilting Sewing MachinesBest Serger Reviews: My Buying GuideBuying GuideBest Serger Reviews: My Buying GuideBest Sewing Machine for Clothes: Top PicksBuying GuideBest Sewing Machine for Clothes: Top PicksBest Sewing Machine for Leather: My Top 10Buying GuideBest Sewing Machine for Leather: My Top 10

More from the blog

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How to Sew Quilted Pot Holders With Insul-Bright and BindingSewing ProjectsHow to Sew Quilted Pot Holders With Insul-Bright and BindingHow to Sew a Quilted Mug Rug (Plus Pumpkin and Christmas Versions)Sewing ProjectsHow to Sew a Quilted Mug Rug (Plus Pumpkin and Christmas Versions)How to Sew Fabric Pumpkins That Sit Up and Hold Their ShapeSewing ProjectsHow to Sew Fabric Pumpkins That Sit Up and Hold Their ShapeHow to Sew Fabric Acorns for Fall Bowls, Garlands, and TablesSewing ProjectsHow to Sew Fabric Acorns for Fall Bowls, Garlands, and Tables25 Fabric Christmas Ornaments to Sew From Your Scrap BinSewing Projects25 Fabric Christmas Ornaments to Sew From Your Scrap Bin20 Halloween Sewing Projects for Costumes, Candy Bags and DecorSewing Projects20 Halloween Sewing Projects for Costumes, Candy Bags and Decor

About Stitch and Sew

Stitch and Sew is written by Maria Geer for home sewists who want clear, practical help, whether you’re threading a machine for the first time or finally tackling that zipper. Every guide sticks to what actually works at a normal sewing table.

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