Black Sewing Network

05/15/2026

New drop now live at BSN 🖤💚
We added the new Crossbody Bag designed to attach perfectly to the BSN Tote for easy access while you’re on the go, plus the new Zipper Pouch for your everyday essentials, quick errands, sewcials, fabric shopping trips, and more.
We also restocked some classic BSN favorites and added new styles to the site.
Shop the drop now: shop.blacksewingnetwork.com

05/14/2026

Hey everybody! We just wanted to follow up regarding our last post asking if people were participating in Me-Made-May because we noticed some people weren’t familiar with what it is — so here’s a quick explanation. 🖤

Me-Made-May was originally started by sewing blogger Zoe Edwards of So, Zo... What Do You Know? as a way to encourage makers to actually wear the garments they create instead of letting them sit in the closet waiting for the “perfect moment.” Over time, it grew into a worldwide movement celebrating handmade fashion, creativity, sustainability, and personal style.

And just to clear up a common misconception: you are NOT required to post every day. There are no strict rules and absolutely no pressure. Some people post daily, some weekly, and some participate completely offline and privately.
The goal is simply to challenge yourself to wear, appreciate, and reconnect with the pieces you’ve made. Whether that’s one handmade garment, a fully me-made wardrobe, or even revisiting unfinished projects — it all counts.

Most importantly, participate in a way that feels good for YOU. 🪡

05/10/2026

Hey BSN Family 💚
Happy Mother’s Day to all the amazing moms, bonus moms, aunties, caregivers, and nurturers in our community! 🌸
Renee of Sew Mote It Be LLC is hosting Sunday Service today and she’s making the Ida Bag live! This super quick and beginner-friendly bag pattern comes in FOUR sizes and is perfect for easy sewing, everyday use, and even those last-minute handmade gifts.
Join Sunday Service now to see how the bag is constructed live:
https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZT9Fx966td3FD-1uroC/
Grab the Ida Bag Pattern here — it’s 30% OFF today and tomorrow:
https://sewmoteitbellc.com/products/ida-bag-pattern?sca_ref=7181577.3a3uA1HYKKcM2mV

04/27/2026

Sewing is more than a skill—it’s a statement. Our Sewcialist Tee is for those who believe in community, creativity, and showing up for one another through what we make.

We’re also kicking off our Sew Your View collab, highlighting Black designers all May. Learn More In Our Early Week Newsletter --> https://mailchi.mp/d6a7dce4e4a2/sewcialist

04/26/2026

Hey BSN family—join us for Sunday Service at 3PM EST as we push past 666 and run it up to 700 wet bags! That puts us well into our Q3 goal and it’s not even June yet 👀
We’ll also be testing a slight pattern update (bigger pocket 👀) and sewing together live.
Need to fill in supplies? We’ve got links so you can grab what you’re missing—whether it’s waterproof canvas, zippers, or even outer fabric. Shop à la carte and sew along with us today.
Bring your questions—we’ll walk through everything live.
Join here:

1 like. "BSN Sunday Service LIVE | Wet Bags: Road to 700 + New Pocket Test & Updated Guide"

04/23/2026

BSN family, y’all are showing up and showing out & we are truly grateful. Today’s largest shipment + receipt from .global pushed us to 666 wet bags—an incredible milestone made possible by this community.
Now… let’s go ahead and get to 667 real quick 😅 666 just isn’t sitting right!
Our goal is 1,000—thank you for every stitch, share, and bag.
Free pattern: www.blacksewingnetwork.com
Updates coming soon—keep sewing

04/20/2026

Hey BSN family—last stretch of April and we’ve been outside finishing WIPs all month. Don’t slow up now. Pull something out the stash and let’s close it out strong.
This Week’s Sewalong Lineup (EST):
🧵 Mon: (Twitch • 3PM)
🧵 Tues: (YouTube • 7PM) | (TikTok • 9PM)
🧵 Wed: (YouTube • 7PM)
🧵 Thurs: (Twitch • 3PM) | (YouTube • 7:30PM)
🧵 Fri: (YouTube • 7PM)
🧵 Sat: (TikTok • 11AM) | (TikTok • 3PM)
🧵 Sun: (YouTube • 3PM)
Be honest…what’s still sitting in your pile? Drop that WIP count below ⬇️