Techniques

Sewing Technique Classes

From couture sewing and embellishment, to taming tricky fabrics, mastering your serger, and much more, you're sure to learn the skills you need for stunning results

Pant Construction Techniques

Sandra Betzina

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$29.99

Sit down at the machine with author Sandra Betzina, who shares a lifetime's worth of sewing skills to make pants - or anything else!

Student Projects from this class

Black Velvet Trousers

Black Velvet Trousers

by SeamstressErin

pants

pants

by sewmoto

Boxed zipper bags by Anniebannanny
Playhouse by mbailey43
Laminated bag by Coopdy

Beginner Serging

Amy Alan

$39.99

Beginner Serging

Amy Alan

Learn serger setup stitches that will be used to make three posh projects: an exposed zipper bag, an ombré ruffled apron and a striped knit scarf.

Knit Pullover Top -M6284 by Scheri Manson
surplice dress, maxi version by Meg McElwee
scoop neck tshirt by Mimsicle

Sewing With Knits

Meg McElwee

$39.99

Sewing With Knits

Meg McElwee

Stretch your sewing skills by making a soft T-shirt, comfy shorts, fleecy hoodie or a flowing dress with Meg McElwee of Sew Liberated.

Featured Sewing Patterns

Browse sewing patterns by distinguished independent designers from around the world, and find your next exquisite garment or elegant accessory.

Gathered Sundress Pattern

$9.50

Sewing Articles

Learn helpful tips for handling different fabrics, finishing your projects professionally, and more, directly from the experts with these in-depth pieces.

Sewing with Denim

Don't miss these tips and tricks for sewing with denim. Put this versatile fabric to use in your next design.

Sewing with Oil Cloth, Vinyl and Laminated Cotton

Work with water resistant fabrics like oil cloth, vinyl, and laminated cotton to create anything from a makeup bag to a picnic blanket. These techniques will guide you!

Decorative Top Stitching

Give your garment a quality finish with decorative topstitching. Here's how.

Sewing Projects

Explore ready-to-wear looks created by fellow Craftsy members. See how to put your new sewing techniques to use!

Sewing Technique Blog Posts

Stop by the Craftsy blog and pick up professional tricks for sewing tricky fabrics, perfect seams, expert hem treatments, and more!

Add Vintage Flair: Sewing Vintage Fabric Tips

Vintage fabric can add a lot of personality to your sewing projects. Plus, it?s fun to search for (and pretty much a guarantee no one can make a ...

How to Gather Fabric

Gathering fabric is used all the time in garment construction to add and create fullness. Gathering is often found at the waist of a skirt or on the ...

Sewing Tips for Turning Inside Out

Often when sewing you will be creating a tube of fabric that will need to be turned inside out. Spaghetti straps, tote handles, sash belts, and many ...