How Many Sewing Patterns Do You Have?

How Many Sewing Patterns Do You Have?

Just as I wouldn't want anyone to know how much fabric I have, I don't tell them how many sewing patterns I have either.  That is also true of sewing books. 

I really don't know why I have so many.  I certainly don't use all of them.  I guess I could say that I just collect them and can't seem to let them go even when they are no longer useful or out of style.  The sewing patterns I collected tell the story of special events in my life.  They really are a historical record.

Who knows? They may come back or even become a "vintage" sewing pattern someday.

Does your collection look like the video below?  Be sure and check it out.  No, it isn't mine, but I thought you might enjoy seeing it.

If you are looking for a good resource to find sewing patterns, check out some of the links here.  Add you own favorite links to share with other sewing pattern collectors.

Here is a real teaser for all you sewing pattern collectors.  I just know you won't be able to resist a few of the sewing pattern ebooks that you will find at this site.  Check it out!  You will have sew much fun and save a ton of money on boutique kids clothing plus a whole lot of other good stuff to make.   "You Can Make This!"  It just makes sense!

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Check out my sewing blogs at Sewing Success Sewing Blog and Sewing Project Tips Sewing Blog for lots of sewing patterns, reviews, sewing projects, sewing tips, techniques and ideas.

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How To Alter Sewing Patterns

Here are some links that offer information on how to alter sewing patterns

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There are lots of "how to" courses here that you can download in a few minutes even if it's 2 AM.

Discover the easiest way to improve your skills at your own pace, in your own space. You don't have to worry about missing a class or keeping up or taking notes. Get a sewing course eBook now! It just makes sense!

Common Sense Fitting Method For Hard-To-Fit Sewing Folks Who Want Great Fitting Skirts And Pants

Sew A Tee Pee And Accessories For Your Tribe Of Kids - A fun basic sewing course that is not just tee pees.

How To Sew A Classy Designer Straight Skirt - A couture sewing course

Sew A Sewing Mat Tote Bag Basic Sewing Course. Check out this multi-purpose bag - great for a beach mat or diaper changing mat bag, too.

Sewing Project Tips Sewing Course It's like having multiple sewing courses in one with more than 60 sewing projects, tips and techniques.

Tee Hoodies - How To Makeover A Tee Shirt Into A Tee Hoodie Sewing Course Discover how to recycle and restyle your favorite tees into hoodies. Great gifts for kids of all ages. Have fun creating Tee Hoodies.

How To Repair Your Sewing Machine. Sewing Machine Repair As A Home Business Or For Your Self

Sewing Roman Shades. How To Easily Sew Roman Shades. Step-by-step Roadmap To Professional Window Shades

Sew More For U. A Diy Sewing Companion, More Than A How To Sew Book

Sewing 101. A Step By Step Guide To Sewing Basics

Home Sewing Secrets. Step-by-step Guide To Creating Comfortable, Stylish Clothing For A Fraction Of The Cost All From The Comfort Of Your Home

How To Start Your Own Quilt Shop. Comprehensive Business Guide Shows You How To Start, Run, And Market A Successful Quilt Shop

201 Patchwork Quilt Patterns. The Famous Ruby McKim Book Plus A Bonus Of 102 Vintage Patterns

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Baby Apron - Sizes: Preemie - 24 Mos.

Baby Apron - Sizes: Preemie - 24 Mos.

Vintage-Style baby apron for boy or girl sports a more...0 points

Baby Dress - Sizes: Newborn - 24 Mos.

Baby Dress - Sizes: Newborn - 24 Mos.

Baby dress is sweet as can be and easy to make. Th more...0 points

Pattern Tracing Paper

Pattern Tracing Paper

Use to alter or make your own patterns. Lay patter more...0 points

Boy's Heirloom Bubble - Sizes: 3 Mos - 24 Mos.

Boy's Heirloom Bubble - Sizes: 3 Mos - 24 Mos.

Heirloom bubble is great for special occasions for more...0 points

Banded Boy Bubble - Sizes: 3 Mos - 24 Mos.

Banded Boy Bubble - Sizes: 3 Mos - 24 Mos.

Banded Boy Bubble is a one-piece bubble with a two more...0 points

Bubble/Dress Yoke-Overlay - Sizes: 3 Mos - 24 Mos.

Bubble/Dress Yoke-Overlay - Sizes: 3 Mos - 24 Mos.

Bubble/Dress Yoke-Overlay may be gathered or smock more...0 points

Swedish Tracing Paper

Swedish Tracing Paper

It's strong, shapes to body. Trace pattern, sew to more...0 points

Child's Quiet Book Pattern

Child's Quiet Book Pattern

Match shapes and colors -- Count buttons -- Use po more...0 points

Christening Gown - Sizes: 3 Mos - 12 Mos.

Christening Gown - Sizes: 3 Mos - 12 Mos.

Christening gown has soft front and back pleats. C more...0 points

Classic Bubble - Sizes: 3 Mos - 24 Mos.

Classic Bubble - Sizes: 3 Mos - 24 Mos.

Classic Bubble is great for baby boy or girl. It h more...0 points

Cute Easy Summer Skirts Pattern

Cute Easy Summer Skirts Pattern

Here's an easy-and inexpensive-way to build your w more...0 points

Dedication Bubble - Sizes: Newborn - 24 Mos.

Dedication Bubble - Sizes: Newborn - 24 Mos.

Dedication Bubble, for boy or girl, features tiny more...0 points

Tracing Papers - Chacopy Tracing Paper

Tracing Papers - Chacopy Tracing Paper

Clover Chacopy Tracing Paper--Transfer sewing, qui more...0 points

That's My Sister's Tea Cozy Pattern

That's My Sister's Tea Cozy Pattern

Use vintage tea towels and hankies or colorful cot more...0 points

Diaper Shirt & Shorts - Sizes: 6 - 24 Mos.

Diaper Shirt & Shorts - Sizes: 6 - 24 Mos.

Diaper shirt and shorts are great for dressy or fo more...0 points

Diaper Shirt and Shorts - Sizes: 6 - 24 Mos.

Diaper Shirt and Shorts - Sizes: 6 - 24 Mos.

Diaper Shirt & Shorts includes a traditional s more...0 points

Tuxedo Valance Pattern

Tuxedo Valance Pattern

Pattern includes directions for sewing, measuring more...0 points

Dream Castles Quilt Pattern

Dream Castles Quilt Pattern

Pattern includes basic instructions for fusible-we more...0 points

Shopping Cart Seat Cover Pattern

Shopping Cart Seat Cover Pattern

These easy-to-make covers can be slipped on a groc more...0 points

Front Button Romper - Sizes: 2 - 5

Front Button Romper - Sizes: 2 - 5

Front button romper, has a choice of four collar s more...0 points

Heirloom Dress - Sizes: 2 - 5

Heirloom Dress - Sizes: 2 - 5

Heirloom dress is great for those special occasion more...0 points

Heirloom Dress - Sizes: 3 - 24 Mos.

Heirloom Dress - Sizes: 3 - 24 Mos.

Heirloom dress is great for those special occasion more...0 points

Cuddle Wrap Pattern

Cuddle Wrap Pattern

Keep your precious little ones cozy and warm with more...0 points

Casserole Carrier, Tea Cozy & Pot Holders Pattern

Casserole Carrier, Tea Cozy & Pot Holders Pattern

Magically make a kitchen gift set for the new brid more...0 points

Crows in the Kitchen Pattern

Crows in the Kitchen Pattern

This set also makes a great hostess, shower, weddi more...0 points

Infant Shirt & Diaper Cover - Sizes: Newborn - 6 Mos.

Infant Shirt & Diaper Cover - Sizes: Newborn - 6 Mos.

Infant Shirt & Diaper Cover includes a traditi more...0 points

A-Line Dress - Sizes: 2 - 6

A-Line Dress - Sizes: 2 - 6

A-line dress, with a choice of three collar styles more...0 points

A-Line Dress - Sizes: 8 - 12

A-Line Dress - Sizes: 8 - 12

A-line dress, with a choice of three collar styles more...0 points

Butonit Coat Too and Vest Pattern

Butonit Coat Too and Vest Pattern

This lightweight coat can be worn indoors or out! more...0 points

Joystar Stained Glass Pattern

Joystar Stained Glass Pattern

Easy-to-follow instructions makes this stained-gla more...0 points

Pleated Daygown - Sizes: Preemie - 12 Mos.

Pleated Daygown - Sizes: Preemie - 12 Mos.

Pleated Daygown, which opens all the way down the more...0 points

Sailor Dress - Sizes: Newborn - 24 Mos.

Sailor Dress - Sizes: Newborn - 24 Mos.

Sailor Dress is easy to make with front pleats and more...0 points

Smocked Romper - Sizes: 2 - 5

Smocked Romper - Sizes: 2 - 5

Smocked Romper, with two collar styles, trimmed in more...0 points

High Chair Pad Cover Pattern

High Chair Pad Cover Pattern

This highchair cover is easy and quick-to-make, th more...0 points

Sundress/Shorts Set - Sizes: 2 - 6

Sundress/Shorts Set - Sizes: 2 - 6

Both sundress and top button at the shoulders, whi more...0 points

Sunsuit/Dress - Sizes: 3 - 24 Mos.

Sunsuit/Dress - Sizes: 3 - 24 Mos.

The sunsuit and dress button at the shoulders of a more...0 points

Toddler Romper - Sizes: 2 - 5

Toddler Romper - Sizes: 2 - 5

Toddler Romper trimmed with piping or tatting is g more...0 points

Celtic Dragon Pattern

Celtic Dragon Pattern

Get 2 patterns in one! This fantasy quilted design more...0 points

Roll-A-Pattern

Roll-A-Pattern

Combines felt-tip marker with a rubber wheel. Glid more...0 points

Perfect Pattern Paper

Perfect Pattern Paper

Printed with 1/8-inch to 1-inch grid, its sturdy, more...0 points

Tucked Infant Gown - Sizes: Preemie - 12 Mos.

Tucked Infant Gown - Sizes: Preemie - 12 Mos.

Tucked Infant Gown may be smocked or gathered to t more...0 points

Adult Terry Bib

Adult Terry Bib

The Best in Adaptive Aids for Home Health Care. Yo more...0 points

A Yard of Hydrangeas Table Runner Pattern

A Yard of Hydrangeas Table Runner Pattern

This lovely, three-dimensional 10" x 36" more...0 points

Posie Parade Tablerunner Pattern

Posie Parade Tablerunner Pattern

Just select a favorite focus fabric, add a matchin more...0 points

Four Birds Quilt Design-#1

Four Birds Quilt Design-#1

Make a wall quilt to brighten any room. Pattern in more...0 points

McKenna Ryan Pine Needles In Full Bloom Set of 8 Quilting Patterns

McKenna Ryan Pine Needles In Full Bloom Set of 8 Quilting Patterns

In Full Bloom is perhaps McKenna's most beautiful quilt more...0 points

McKenna Ryan Pine Needles Giraffic Park Set of 7 Quilting Patterns

McKenna Ryan Pine Needles Giraffic Park Set of 7 Quilting Patterns

Create a special quilt for the baby or child in your more...0 points

McKenna Ryan Pine Needles Cucina Italiana Set of 5 Quilting Patterns

McKenna Ryan Pine Needles Cucina Italiana Set of 5 Quilting Patterns

This five-quilt block collection paints a picture of more...0 points

Amy Butler Madison bags Handbag and Clutch Purse Sewing Pattern

Amy Butler Madison bags Handbag and Clutch Purse Sewing Pattern

The Madison Bags pattern features elegant and fashionable more...0 points

Exotic Birds Critter Works Applique Quilting Pattern

Exotic Birds Critter Works Applique Quilting Pattern

This pattern includes full sized drawings for 25 exotic more...0 points

Birds and Flowers Critter Works Applique Quilting Pattern

Birds and Flowers Critter Works Applique Quilting Pattern

This pattern includes full sized drawings for 15 birds more...0 points

Critters Alphabet Childrens Quilt Critter Works Applique Quilting Pattern

Critters Alphabet Childrens Quilt Critter Works Applique Quilting Pattern

This pattern includes full sized drawings for a funky more...0 points

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  • howtosewadress Dec 31, 2011 @ 2:51 am | delete
    Learn the basics of sewing and the technicalities of it. Sewing is not just putting things together with the use of a needle and a machine. It is an art. You have to study every terminology and techniques used in this craft to be able to make different kinds of clothes in the future.
  • inifd2010 Aug 13, 2011 @ 2:25 am | delete
    i was having sewing patterns.
    thanks for sharing your information.
    Fashion designing in mumbai
  • Meriker Apr 20, 2011 @ 12:48 am | delete
    I am so glad that I have got what I want here, thank you, and by the way, my website is scissor lift table.
  • jumamab Jan 28, 2011 @ 12:52 pm | delete
    Not too long ago i had to part with some of my fabrics,because i didn't have enough space to keep everything. As far as patterns goes, i just can't give them away.
  • Senora_M Jan 15, 2011 @ 9:26 pm | delete
    Cool lens! I have a ton of fabric and a ton of patterns as well. I don't use the patterns much, but when I get can them for $1 or so, I buy as many as I can! Maybe I'll use them in the future!! ;)
    blessed by a squid angel
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