If you’ve ever looked at a sewing pattern, you already know that deciphering it can be intimidating. Yet if you’ve ever found the perfect dress, but the color was slightly off, or the sleeves weren’t ...

Like all Hackaday readers, we pride ourselves on having at least a passing acquaintance with how most things work. But we suspect to a lot of people, things we take for granted — computers, air ...

This story was originally published on May 3, 2021, and has been updated. Thinking about taking the leap into making your own clothes? We asked some experts how to get started. You don't need much, ...

Learn how to make a ice cream pint cozy with a free sewing pattern. Keep ice cream cold and hands warm while you enjoy a summer treat. Ice cream is one of my favorites treats. Every once in awhile we ...

Learn how to make a witch hat with a free sewing pattern. This Halloween sewing project is great for DIY costumes like a witch or a wizard. When my kids were little I had a witch hat for them to play ...

Once upon a time, saying something looked “homemade” was perceived as an insult. But now that fast-fashion brands have made cheap clothes accessible on a global scale, everyone is dressing the same.