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Where can you find free patterns?

Commercial sewing patterns can make a project cost-prohibitive. This topic includes ideas on where to find free patterns online. Whether you want to sew a dress, crochet a scarf, or knit a sweater, chances are you can do it without spending a fortune on a pattern.

Best websites for free dress patterns for women

by E.D. Cameron

One of the many benefits of combining a little web surfing with crafting and sewing is that not only can you find freebies from major pattern makers like McCalls and Simplicity (check out their free p...More>
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How to make your own sewing patterns

by Colette Georgii

Easy ways to make your own sewing patternsYou can make your own sewing patterns in a number of different ways. Here are some of the easiest ways to make your own pattern:1) If you have a dress or outf...More>
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Where to find free knitting patterns

by Rebecca Miller

For knitters on a budget, there's no better pattern resource than the internet. But finding free patterns takes a little more work than just using a search engine. Knowing where to look for the kind o...More>
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Where to find free crochet patterns

by Rachelle de Bretagne

Where to find free crochet patterns Crochet is becoming more and more popular as people realize that it is actually faster than knitting, and can be as complex or simple as the individual wants it to...More>
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Best websites for free plus-size dress patterns

by E.D. Cameron

Ready to wear not wearing well? To accentuate your curves and full figure, a homemade dress can save hours of frustration at the shops and fit like a glove to your unique and lovely shape. The f...More>
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Best websites for free craft projects for kids

by Joan Collins

Entertaining your children with crafts is a great way to keep them occupied. Finding new crafts can be time consuming but there is great news! No matter how old or how young your children are, there a...More>
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Quick ideas.

Your local library may have pattern books available for you to check out, or if you have a pattern book in mind, you can request it through interlibrary loan.
Try swapping patterns with a friend.
You can make your own "pattern" by taking apart an old garment with a seam ripper.

Offical Websites

Freeneedle.com
An expansive directory of free patterns.
Allcrafts.net
More free sewing patterns.
Knitting Pattern Central
Free knitting patterns.
Crochet Pattern Central
Free crochet patterns.
Beadwork at About.com
Free bead patterns.
Woodburning patterns
How to make your own woodburning patterns for free.

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