Uploaded March 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Hey & Welcome! I'm Kate, a self-taught sewist turned content creator, and this is where I teach you everything I know about sewing and we learn more together along the way. I'm passionate about eco-friendly, minimalist strategies and LOVE me a good upcycle or thrift project.

Thanks so much for coming along, and don't forget to subscribe!
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Today we're looking at some fun free garment sewing patterns as part of Sew Frugal 2023. This is an instagram challenge where you're invited to share an item that you've made with a free pattern and fabric from your stash. Use #sewfrugal23 to be entered to win oodles of prizes! Thanks to @theyorkshiresewgirl & @Frugalisama for organizing another fantastic challenge!

And don't forget to check out Catherine's video over at @OnyxArtStudios, as well as the other great creators, for even more free pattern inspo!

Video Links
My video from Sew Frugal '22
youtu.be/bspG8Mk86U4

Free TShirt Comparison Video
youtu.be/hkY6jm8y-sg

Lingerie Haul
youtu.be/RFJGOTXrZt0

My Minimalist Wardrobe Tour
youtu.be/3jKMrq9g1j8

Destashify
youtu.be/GOcma8mzAz8

Free Patterns Mentioned
Raglan Tee (size large)
itsalwaysautumn.com/free-raglan-tee-shirt-sewing-pattern-womens-size-large.html

Green Tee
greenstyle.com/en-ca/products/green-tee-sizes-b-m

Ruffle Tee tutorial
trinketsinbloom.com/t-shirt-dress-diy

Cheeky Lace Panties
so-sew-easy.com/make-your-own-lace-undies-tutorial-and-free-pattern

At First Blush Free Lingerie Sewing List
atfirstblushpatterns.com/top-13-free-underwear-patterns

SIZE:ME is also offering the Florence Skirt as a free pattern through March 31, 2023. Just use code FRUGALFLORENCE at checkout!
sizemesewing.co.uk/product/florence-skirt

If you're looking for a way to give back, you can support Sewing from Scratch on Ko-Fi. All funds go directly back into the channel in the form of filming equipment, materials, editing software, etc. so I can continue to create content and bring you what you need. Thank you SO much!
ko-fi.com/sewingfromscratch
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Looking for something specific?
Bra Making
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLigVxoUUvYdGNIBgvTbyZ5JQibyNCqhdV

Projector Sewing
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLigVxoUUvYdE-G9pUTVhFrkH-c4hT8u9g

Global Slow Fashion Awareness
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLigVxoUUvYdF0Jny1YkaFLumX3KZ2sRNH

Monthly Sewing Makes
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLigVxoUUvYdHcVX0IDjxNP_EzBHwLzO62


SPECIAL OFFERS
SEAMWORK DISCOUNT LINK. $3 OFF YOUR FIRST MONTH!
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Amazon Favourites Shop
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Want to get a hold of me? Email is best! katelynnhegedus@gmail.com

Machines I use
Pfaff Ambition 610 sewing machine youtu.be/2xx7hiaxX-E
Pfaff Coverlock 3.0 coverstitch/serger combo youtu.be/wyiAbCMcgQ0
(aff link): Serger amzn.to/2BxoIkW
Industrial brother Rubenstein 134R

Thanks so much. MUCH LOVE
xo Kate
#dressmaking #sewfrugal #sewingchallenge