TIPS & TUTORIALS
10 Things I Wish I Had Learned When I Started Sewing
It is entirely possible to teach yourself how to sew. I’m not sure why I was so intimidated to begin. Actually, I do. I was a horrible failure in Family and Consumer Science class back in middle school. I remember calling my teacher over several times during each...
Troubleshooting Thread Nesting
It’s happened to us all at one point or another– wonky tension, a bird’s nest– I’ve even heard it called “thread barf.” If the underside of your fabric is a mess, here are a few things that you can do to troubleshoot and fix the problem. As a rule of thumb, thread...
Tips for Sewing Your First Baby Carrier
I remember my anticipation and anxiety over sewing my first baby carrier. In reality, it truly is a big project and it will be holding an actual child, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t do it, or do it safely. If you’re about to begin sewing your first carrier —...
Free X-Box Stitch Practice Sheet for Baby Carrier Sewing
This free practice sheet helps you learn the X-box stitch, one of the most important stitches in a constructing a baby carrier-before you sew an actual carrier. [Download is at the bottom of this post!] Most of us feel a little nervous the first time we sew through...
All About Foam – A Primer for DIY Baby Carriers
♥ TL;DR: For the majority of Sew Toot patterns, I use typically use a rigid closed-cell foam for carrier waistbands and plush (also called “luxury”) high-density open cell foam (1″ inch) for carrier shoulder straps....
Carrier Sizing
Our tutorials provide clear, step-by-step instructions to help you navigate through each stage of creating your custom baby carrier. From cutting fabric to final assembly, we've got you covered.Learn how to effectively use our sewing patterns to create beautiful and...
Strap Stuffing Tutorial
Getting foam into the shoulder straps is the step a lot of carrier makers dread. Foam grips fabric, so when you try to work it through a narrow strap, it bunches up, stretches, and can even tear. The trick I use is simple: slip the foam into a plastic umbrella bag or...
Scout MashUp Tutorial
Sew a Scout-Inspired Baby Carrier with The Voyager Pattern If you love the Sakura Bloom Scout, I have a fun one for you: you can sew your own version with The Voyager, one of my soft structured carrier patterns. In my newest YouTube video, I show you how I hacked The...
How to Add A Cinch to Your DIY Baby Carrier
HOW TO ADD A CINCH TO YOUR BABY CARRIER A SIMPLE DIY TUTORIALAdding a cinch to your baby carrier is one of the simplest ways to improve its versatility and fit. Whether you’re adjusting for a growing baby, accommodating a smaller child, or fine-tuning comfort, a cinch...
The Hipster Pouch – A Free Hip Pouch Tutorial
The Hipster Pouch It's been a over four years since I first released the Hipster Pouch pattern! It's been overdue for an update for quite some time but you know, life gets chaotic and busy. I'm happy to share the update with you in an easily accessible blog post...