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Keep that chapstick handy with this simple DIY Chapstick Holder Sewing Tutorial.

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Use our free patterns to whip up these easy sewing projects to use at home, when you're shopping, or to give as gifts. We've included plans for all skill levels, so you don't need to be a sewing master to make them.

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18 Easy Sewing Projects for Beginners to Do

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It's a DIY circle pillow! I've been seeing circle pillows make the rounds in some of my favorite shops recently. So I thought we should try DIYing a few. Turns out, they're really easy to make and a WHOLE lot cheaper to DIY than to buy. So, I wanted to share the tutorial today. Click through to make your own DIY circle pillow in under 30 minutes.

The pattern fabric in the step by step photos is actually a big fabric dust cover that I've been saving from an old Clare V bag, that I had Emma cut up and sew into a pillow. It's amazing the cool fabrics and prints you can find if you think a little outside the box on fabric choices. And the yellow pillow is leftover linen from the cocktail napkins DIY (which is prob my fave of the two).

Materials for DIY Circle Pillow

fabric yardage (amount will depend on how large you make your pillow)

poly fill (amount will depend on how large you make your pillow)

something to trace the circle (like a large bowl)

needle and thread the same color as fabric

sewing machine

Instructions for DIY Circle Pillow

1. Trace the circle shape onto your fabric. I happen to have a large bowl that worked really well. Then cut out the shape.

2. Repeat the process from step 1 one more time with a second piece of fabric.

3. Then pin both pieces together (face to face if your fabric has a front and back).

4. Then sew all the way around the edges, minus a 3 inch area that you'll leave open to fill with pillow stuffing. Backstitch at the beginning and end.

5. Flip the circle right side out and stuff as evenly as possible with the poly fill until you've reached the desired fullness.

6. Then hand stitch (we did a blind 'ladder' stitch) the 3 inch hole closed with a needle and thread and it's ready to use.

Have you ever tried making your own pillows before? There are a bunch more pillow DIYs to try if you like this one.
Sewing Emma Spear / Photography Brittni Mehlhoff

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How to Sew a DIY Circle Pillow in Just a Few Minutes

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This DIY circle pillow is a great beginners sewing project and really only takes a few minutes to make. And a fraction of the cost of store-bought versions.

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WATCH

Draw an avocado shape on scrap paper and cut it out. Use your pattern to cut the same shape from light green and dark green felt.

Cut a large circle from brown felt and two small circles from black and pink felt.

Thread your needle with brown embroidery thread and sew on the brown circle, stuffing it with a bit of fiberfill when you're most of the way around.

Sew the eyes on the avocado with black thread and the cheeks with pink thread. Add reflections in the eyes with a small piece of white thread as well as a smile from black thread.

Sew a jump ring to the top of the dark green avocado shape.

Pin the two shapes together and sew all the way around the edge, stopping to stuff with fiberfill when the opening is about an inch long.

Add a key ring to the jump ring we sewed on to finish your cute avocado keychain.

Make other food plushie keychains the same way with different colored felt thread.

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WATCH Draw an avocado shape on scrap paper and cut it out. Use your pattern to cut the same shape from light green and dark green felt. Cut a large circle from brown felt and two small circles from black and pink felt.

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Raye is the amazing maker behind The Homebody Co! If staying home with a crafty project that will make your home a little cozier sounds like your idea of fun - then The Homebody Co is perfect for you. With fresh, modern designs for homewares and accessories, Raye's makes are sure to make you jump for joy. Check out her Instagram for more inspiration.

Materials

WOF (width of fabric) (or 42") x 6" fabric rectangle

7" piece of ¼" elastic

2 safety pins

Straight pins

Thread

Coordinating or complimenting thread

Basic sewing essentials; sewing machine, iron, starch & scissors

With right sides together, stitch a ¼" seam to create a tube with your fabric rectangle.

Pro Tip

Make sure to back stitch on both ends to prevent seams from coming out when handling later on!

Discover your next sewing project!

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Make your own super stylish scrunchie out of fabric scraps in just a few easy steps. This free tutorial to sew a DIY scrunchie from The Homebody Co is the perfect stash busting project.

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These bright and bold cushions make the perfect addition to brighten up any room, super easy to store too - just stack them up!

Moroccan Bazaar fabric by The Craft cotton Company

Compass/something circular to draw around (circumferences: large cushion 28 cm, small cushion 18 cm, circular middle piece 5 cm)

Draw out your templates by drawing a circle with a 28 cm diameter on to a piece of paper (small 18 cm). Divide this circle into 8 and cut so you have 8 template pieces. Choose 4 of the 6 fabrics and cut out (ensuring you add on a 0.5 cm seam allowance), you will need 16 pieces in total - 4 of each fabric colour.

Take 8 of the fabric pieces (2 of each colour) and layout so that you have 2 halves consisting of one piece of each fabric colour which matching fabrics opposite each other. To make sewing to together easier split the circle into four sections consisting of 2 fabric pieces, sew the two pieces together making quarters then sew 2 quarters together to make a half then join the two halves together. Repeat this with the remaining 8 pieces to make the back.

Cut out 2 pieces of batting the same size as the front and back pieces place behind the patchwork piece and add quilted detail.

To make the circular middle piece draw a 5 cm diameter circle onto paper and cut out. Cut out 2 circles from one of the remaining 2 unused fabrics. Hand sew a line of stitching 0.5 cm from the edge and pull tight, sew to secure. Sew on to the middle of the front and back patchwork pieces.

Cut a strip of fabric from the remaining unused fabric piece and piece of batting 7 cm wide (5 cm for the small cushion) and 88 cm long (57 for the small cushion) to form the middle of the cushion. Place the batting behind the fabric piece and fold the batting and fabric strip in half down its short edge right sides together and sew down the short edge.

Placing right sides together pin the middle piece to the front piece of the cushion, sew to secure. Repeat for the back ensuring to leave an 8 cm gap for turning.

Stuff the cushion and slip stitch close the gap.

Your cushion is now complete!

Made by Lesley Foster at Hook, Stitch Sew for the Craft Cotton Company 2018

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How to sew a Sprocket Pillow- The Craft Cotton Co

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These bright and bold cushions make the perfect addition to brighten up any room, super easy to store too - just stack them up!

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So, you'd like to start sewing as a new hobby, but you aren't quite sure what type of project you can handle. Good news: We've rounded up a bevy of beginner sewing projects, so you can stop hemming and hawing and start getting crafty stat.
RELATED: 38 Easy Crafts for Adults

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If you're looking to learn how to sew a simple bag, this super simple tote by Kate Owen is made for you! This tote bag sewing pattern is great for beginners and ideal for accompanying you on your weekly grocery shop or helping you get organised at home. Kate will show you how to make step-by-step with this free tote sewing pattern and tutorial!

Sewing a tote is the perfect quick make with a simple stitch. Grab some cute fabric, sewing machine and let's get going! In just a few simple steps, you'll be stitching up the perfect everyday tote.

This is a great simple tote bag, with a few easy tips and tricks to get professional looking seams.

Materials

1 meter of fabric of your choice

scissors

sewing machine

Pro Tip

If you have a quilters ruler and rotary cutter, these are really handy for this! You can fold your fabric in half and cut two 10cm (4") wide long strips, then trim them to be 90cm (35") long.
If not don't worry, you can measure and mark with a pencil and cut with scissors, and you can also use the printable template.

Press them folding the long edges first in half, then each half into the centre. Your straps will now be 2.5cm (1") wide, and will have four layers of fabric making them nice and sturdy.
Stitch the open edge down about 0.5cm (1⁄4") from the edge.

Starting with one of your rectangles and one of your straps, take the ends of your strap and tuck them under this fold, 9cm (3.5") from either side, then fold them back on themselves over the fold so that they are sticking up from your rectangle. Make sure the strap isn't twisted, pin them down and sew 0.5cm (1⁄4") from the edge of both the top and bottom of your folded edge, sealing in the straps. This will keep your straps strongly secured.

Do the same with your second rectangle, laying it out to make sure your straps don't get twisted and stay nice and straight.

Now it's time to sew your edges together to make a complete tote!

To do this, and to have lovely clean edges, we're going to do French seams, which sound really fancy but are actually really easy. We're going to first sew a small 0.5cm (1/4") seam with your bag the right sides out. We're then going to open your bag, press the edges flat, and then sew larger 1cm (1/2") seam with your bag inside out. This means the first seam is concealed within the second seam, so you won't have any frayed edges, and your seams will be really strong.

Now open up your bag so that it is inside out, press the edges so that they're clean and flat, and sew your larger 1cm (1/2") seam around the sides and bottom.

Looking for more free tote bag patterns to sew? Download the patterns here!

We've got bags of inspiration! From crochet to macrame - take your pick!

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Make your own DIY Heart Hand Warmers with this simple step by step tutorial. FREE printable Heart Pattern and Hand Warmers gift tag. Great Valentine's Day gift idea.

HAND WARMERS

Is it cold and wintery where you are? January and February here is usually cold and snowy...but we have been having a very mild winter. I am kind of missing the snow but can't complain about sunshine and warmth :). But...I know things could change back to winter very quickly. At any rate...the mornings and evenings are cold enough that some Hand Warmers would be particularly nice.

VALENTINE'S DAY GIFT

How cute are these? These Hand Warmers are not anything new. I have seen them in all shapes and sizes, but I thought they would be such a great gift for Valentine's Day. And they are so easy to make. Most likely you have everything you need to make some RIGHT NOW! They literally take minutes to make and you can use up your scrap fabric to make them.

HOW TO MAKE HAND WARMERS

I am sharing the pattern with you so that you can create some with the same pattern. You can find the pattern below.

SUPPLIES:

Flannel Fabric

Pinking Shears Scissor or Fabric Scissors

Sewing Machine

Funnel

Rice

DIRECTIONS:

1. Cut out 2 hearts in your fabric (I used Flannel I bought at JoAnn's)

2. Place the two hearts together with the right side of the fabric facing out on the front and back of the heart (we will not be turning the hearts inside out).

3. Start sewing around the edge on one of the flat sides of the heart leaving about a 1/4 seam on the edge of the heart. Be sure to reinforce where you stop and start with some back stitching.

4. Leave a small opening so that you can fill the Hand Warmers with some rice. I used a funnel to make it really easy. If you don't have a funnel, simply roll up a piece of paper and use it as a funnel.

5. Finish sewing up the opening on the sewing machine or by hand.

6. Trim the edges of the hearts with pinking shears if you want the zig zag edges.

That is it! Such a simple project. My girls are obsessed with these and have been complaining of "cold hands" so they can use them. They are the perfect size to heat up and pop into your coat pockets too. Great for warming up cold hands while walking to school, or when they come in from playing outside.

HOW TO USE HAND WARMERS

I know a few people who would love to receive these as gifts too this year. So I created a simple little gift tag to go with them if you end up giving some as gifts. These can be heated in the microwave for about 30 seconds (microwave time may vary depending on your microwave). Always remember to use caution as they can become pretty warm. Always check how warm they are before giving to small children. If you pop them into the freezer, they can also be good for kids when they get an owie or a bruise too!

PRINTABLE GIFT TAG

Looking for the DIY Heart Hand Warmers Pattern and Gift Tag? Click on the links below to download and/or print them.
DIY Heart Hand Warmers Pattern DIY Heart Hand Warmers Gift Tag
VALENTINE'S DAY IDEAS

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Create a little bit of magic with this star pillow pattern that comes with a free printable template. Decorate it with a simple button or appliqué a letter and gift it to your favorite little (or big) star.

Star Pillow Pattern - Sizes

I have included 3 sizes of printable templates so you can mix and match. You can also use your printing scale function to create infinite size options.

Your star pillow pattern includes templates in the following sizes :

Star Pillow Pattern - Supplies

FABRIC - ½ yard (0.9m) of cotton quilting or decorator fabric. Choose a fabric that is tightly woven. Small prints tend to look best.

NEEDLE - Hand needle to sew the pillow closed after stuffing

STUFFING - Polyester stuffing can be purchased cheaply from fabric and craft stores.

Optional - Button or appliqué to decorate

STAR PILLOW PATTERN - Click the link below to open a PDF with the pattern in a new window. DOWNLOAD PATTERN

If you are new to printing patterns, read my tutorial on how to print PDF patterns. The important thing to remember is that your printer scale needs to be 100%. This is sometimes worded slightly differently and may be - scale none, scale 100%, scale original.

Star Pillow Pattern - The Video

Watch this quick video showing how to make your star pillow pattern. Please subscribe to my YouTube channel for weekly sewing and craft videos.

Star Pillow Pattern - Instructions

Step 1 - Cutting

Cut 2 pieces of fabric from your template.

Step 2 - Mark Seam Allowance

Cut the paper template pattern back to the seam allowance and place it on your fabric to mark a stitching line. This will help you get a more accurate shape, particularly for the curves.

Optional - Embroider or appliqué now. Personalizing your star pillow is a really nice touch if you are giving it as a gift.

Step 3 - Stitching

Put the right sides together and stitch around with a ⅜ inch (1cm) seam allowance leaving a 2 inch (5cm) gap as shown. Make sure the gap is on one of the straight sections. If you don't have a sewing machine, you could use a hand sewn backstitch.

Step 4 - Clipping

Clip the corners and curves and turn the star the right way out. Clipping will give you sharper corners.

Step 5 - Press

Give it a good press making sure all your points are looking nice. Read pressing fabric for sewing and pressing tools.

Step 6 - Stuffing

Start stuffing! Use small balls to fill the points of the star first and then do the middle last. Make it nice and firm so the points won't sag.

Step 7 - Hand stitch Gap

Once you are happy with the amount of stuffing, close the gap with an invisible ladder stitch (slip stitch).

Step 8 - Decorate

Optional: sew a button on either side of the center. It gives a nice designer look to your pillow. Use a couple of 2 holes or 4 hole buttons and stitch through the center with a long needle. You need to pull fairly tightly.

Ready to make some more? They look really nice in a set.

More Pillow Tutorials

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How to Make Shoes. Shoes make an important fashion statement. After all, you're walking around in them all day, so why shouldn't you be wearing shoes with some pizzazz? Although it can be a pretty complicated procedure in untrained hands,...

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Learn how to sew this fun letter pillow using the colorful fabric of your choice. Sew a single letter or make a whole word... you decide!

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Published: Sep 26, 2013

(Sewing)
By Meredith Purvis With Kristin Schenning '15, Mimi Dietrich '70, and Vickie Greisman '13
Americans take immense pride in their flag. The simple rectangle of red, white and blue fabric sewn together is a national symbol that helps knit Americans together as a people. But how much does the average person know about the actual flag that "Star Spangled Banner" author Francis Scott Key saw flying over Fort McHenry during the War of 1812?
Step 1: Brush Up On Your History
Kristin Schenning, a UMBC graduate student and the education director for the Maryland State Historical Society, and a team of volunteers want to help Americans reconnect with that fabled pastby creating a full-sized replica of the famous flag. The project is called: "Stitching History: Recreating the Star Spangled Banner Flag."

Before you sew a stitch, you need a pattern. And this pattern required Schenning to crack open some history books. The flag that flew above Fort McHenry was created in 1813 by Mary Pickersgill, a Baltimore flag maker. Pickersgill worked for six weeks in a local brewery by candlelight to stitch the 30' x 42' flag that inspired Key to pen the anthem.
Step 2: Get to the Market
"[The War of 1812] is sometimes called the forgotten war, but what we got from that war is so important in how we see ourselves as Americans," says Schenning.
Step 3: Marshal Your Troops
Once you've brushed up on history, you'll need supplies. And making a 30' x 42' flag requires a lot of material, especially if you want to find materials that match the original fabrics used by Pickersgill. Thanks to research done by the Smithsonian Institution, Schenning was able to make a shopping list. The most challenging item to obtain was English wool bunting. "You can't just get this fabric at a store or take in a piece of the original flag for duplication," she says. So Schenning sought out weavers, and settled on a family-run company in Pennsylvania that could replicate it. She also turned to Baltimore-based businesses G. Krug and Son for iron grommets, and to Historic Ships for rope splicing.

You need many skilled hands to help lighten the workload of recreating history. So Schenning turned to local quilting clubs and guilds for expert help. In just a few months, she was able to recruit around 200 stitchers. The volunteers also needed to understand the history. "We took the stitchers on several field trips to Fort McHenry, the Flag House and the Smithsonian," she says.

Several of these volunteers are UMBC alumni, including former UMBC Alumna of the Year Award winner Mimi Dietrich '70 and Vicki Greisman '13. Both women have worked on the project since it kicked off on July 4 - and Schenning and her volunteers wanted to complete the flag in roughly the same time and manner that Pickersgill did.

"Because of the place [of the flag] in Baltimore's history, this project has a real place in my heart," say Dietrich

"People are thrilled [by the project]," adds Greisman.
Step 4: Run It Up the Flagpole (We'll All Salute!)
Schenning also invited in the public for open sewing days. While it may seem odd to ask folks without any sewing experience to come in and put a stitch in the flag, there was a good reasonto seek the extra help: "The goal of this project is hands-on history," Schenning explains. "We want people to identify with that iconic national symbol, and to be able to put themselves in Mary Pickersgill's place."

All this hard work in recreating history deserves some celebration, and Schenning and the Maryland Historical Society are planning a number of events featuring the flag. Upon its completion, the flag will fly over Fort McHenry on Defender's Day in September 2013, and will travel around the state of Maryland and beyond, retracing the path of key events in Maryland during the War of 1812. There are also ongoing discussions about a national tour as well.
By the numbers
"I was one of the first students to attend UMBC when it was founded, and we're referred to as pioneers," says Dietrich. "I like that. I like to get involved with projects [like this] and help figure them out."

110 yards of red fabric

110 yards of white fabric

55 yards of blue fabric

15 stars

13 stripes

200 volunteers

6 weeks of work

$10,000 for supplies

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With Kristin Schenning '15, Mimi Dietrich '70, and Vickie Greisman '13

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Fabric Bookmarks: Learn how to make QUICK and EASY Fabric Bookmarks from my guest blogger, Mara of T he Quilt In Progress.

Scraps of Fabric

I cannot be the only one who has a big 'ol bucket of fabric scraps . . . or two. I diligently fill my bucket with every last fabric scrap, certain that I will turn them into something beautiful. I have a long list of scrap projects in mind. Yet, my bucket is full and not much is made. That is until I created these DIY Fabric Bookmarks! This project is perfect because it requires only 4″ × 4″ pieces of fabric, you can use all scraps. They make the perfect gift. The only extra materials you need are a little interfacing and thread. Did I mention they are super fast to make?

Making Fabric Bookmarks

CUT:

1. (3) 4×4" squares of fabric. Your fabric can be all matching, different, or a mix. There is no right way to do it.

2. (2) 4×4" squares of interfacing. Note: For interfacing, I prefer Pellon 911FF featherweight. It gives your bookmark a little flex, but enough stability to protect the pages of the books. I would not recommend getting anything lighter. If you want to use a stiffer interfacing it wouldn't hurt the final product, it is just preference. You can always experiment with these if you have different types available at home.

i. Cut one square of interfacing in half diagonally to make a triangle. See photo below for reference. Note: You will only use one half of the triangle.

IRON:

After you have cut all your pieces, it is time to start ironing the interfacing to your fabric.

1. Using the fabric that you want to hang over the pages of the book, Iron the half triangle interfacing onto the wrong side of the fabric.

2. Then iron the square in half over the interfacing. This will create a triangle of fabric with interfacing in the center, with right sides having an open seam.

3. Using the fabric square that you want to be the back of the bookmark, iron the full square of interfacing to the wrong side of that fabric square.

4. Layer your squares like the photo below, right sides together. The bottom layer is your NON-interfaced full square right side up. Your triangle is in the middle. Make sure the open corner with open seams is facing the top right. Last, place your interfaced square, right side down.

5. Pin your layers together and sew with a 1/8″ seam allowance around the entire edge leaving a 1.25-inch opening so you can turn it right side out later. (Make sure this opening is on one of the 2 sides with only 2 layers, opposite the triangle. It makes it easier to close the opening after turning the bookmark right-side-out).

6. Carefully trim the corners, and turn right side out.

7. Top stitch around the entire edge at 1/8″ seam allowance to close the opening.

8. That's it! You're done! You have a quick, fun, useful project to use up all those little bits of fabric.

FINISHED BOOKMARK

Enjoy your new fabric bookmark. Thank you, Mara, for this fun and fast tutorial. I am looking through my scraps now so I can make one. Be sure to check out my other free tutorials, like THIS POST on Quilt Care Cards, or THIS BLOG POST on turning quilts to wall hangings.

Leave a comment sharing what you liked most about this tutorial, and what fabrics you want to use to make your DIY Fabric Bookmark!

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What about a couple of bold food-themed pillows for your spring interior renovation? These circus animal cookie pillows will nail it! Prepare 1/2 yard pink or white felt per pillow, 1/4 inch pom poms in rainbow colors, a sewing machine, a hand sewing needle and thread, pins, fabric scissors, poly stuffing, a hot glue gun, printable animal cracker templates, chalk or pencil. Print out the templates, if you'd like to use them. Trace your template onto your felt twice and cut both shapes out. Pin the two pieces together and stitch around the entire outside with your sewing machine with a 1/2″ seam, leaving a three inch gap at the bottom of one of the feet. Keep reading what to do here.

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Hone your sewing skills with these 20+ easy and free sewing projects for beginners. From coasters to tote bags, this list has it all!

So you're ready to move past the no-sew and hand sewn projects and dive into beginner sewing machine projects. You are in the right place! I've compiled a list of over 20 projects that can be completed by a beginner sewer.

How to Start Sewing

Before we get to that, let's make sure you're ready to start. Go through this list of things you should know, have, and do before beginning your first project:

Get your supplies.

Here are the only 6 tools you need to start sewing.

If you haven't already, you need to get a sewing machine.

I like this sewing machine post because she goes through options other than buying a brand new machine.

Make sure you know how to use your machine.

There are some great videos here that will help you learn the parts of your machine and how to thread it.

Practice using your machine.

Here are some free printable sewing practice sheets.

Okay-now you are ready to get sewing! Just scroll down to see my list of easy and free sewing projects for beginners and pick one to start.

Did you like this list of sewing projects for beginners? I'd love if you would share it by using the buttons below and then make sure to check out these other great sewing posts:

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The gift giving season is fast approaching, so Kate wanted to make a project that she could give to her friends. Kate loves to draw, so we designed a fabric case that will hold colored pencils and a notebook that she and her friends can carry with them from house to house. Kate loves to pick from her mom's different fabric lines to create these one-of-a-kind cases for her special friends.

Supplies:

1/2 yard fabric for outer/inner case

1/2 yard fabric for pocket

18″x10″ craft fusible interfacing (Pellon 808)

20-26″ of 1/2″ ribbon for tie

thread to match

Less fabric can be used if the pattern is non-directional (1/3 yard)

Step One: Cutting Fabrics

Cut 2 rectangles 18″ wide by 10″ tall from the outer/inner fabric

Cut 1 rectangle 18″ wide by 11″ tall from the pocket fabric

Cut 1 rectangle 18″ wide by 10″ tall from the interfacing

Step Two: Prepping Fabrics

Iron the fusible interfacing to the wrong side of the inner rectangle

Fold the pocket fabric in half, lengthwise (like a hot dog bun)

Press

Top stitch along folded edge

Step Three: Creating Case

Place the pocket along the bottom edge of inner fabric right side up (the one with interfacing)

Pin. Baste along the raw edges to hold the pocket in place

On the wrong side (the interfacing side) of the inner fabric, mark your pocket lines (see diagram below)

Use long ruler and pencil

Stitch along the stitching lines to create the pencil and notebook pockets

Remember to back stitch at the beginning and end

Stop at the "top" of the pocket (5 1/2″ up from bottom edge)

You made 7 smaller pencil pockets and 1 larger notebook pocket. Trim the thread as needed.

Step Four: Attaching Ribbon (2 options)

OPTION 1:

Attach 2- 10″ ribbon pieces, one on each side (right and left), where the top of pocket meets the inner fabric

The ribbon will be pointing toward the center of the case, raw edges together

Pin and stitch in place

This option allows the case to fold in half

OPTION 2:

Fold the 26″ ribbon piece where one tie will be 10″ and the other 16″

Place the fold where the top of pocket meets the inner fabric on the right

Ribbon will be pointing toward the center

Pin and stitch in place

This option allows the case to fold in thirds

Step Five: Finishing the Case

With the inner fabric and pocket facing up, place the outer rectangle on top, RST

Pin along edges

Stitch all the way around with 1/2″ seam allowance, leaving a 4″ opening at the top for turning

Keep ribbon clear of stitching

Clip corners to remove excess fabric being careful not to cut your stitching

Turn right side out

Use chopstick or finger to push out corners

Press flat. Do not iron ribbon (it may melt)

Top stitch around all edges, closing 4″ opening

Press again

Once you have your cases made, you can fill them with pencils and a notebook. (We put two pencils per pocket.) You could even write a special note to your friends in the notebook. Tie them up, and they are ready for giving. Kate and I hope you have fun choosing your fabrics and making these cases for your special friends this holiday season (or any time of year)!

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What's the Project? So you've got a sewing machine and you want some quick and easy sewing projects? Here are 25 things that are so easy to sew that you can get them done in about 10 minutes! Something great for everyone.

Do you ever want to just sit down and sew something super quick and super easy? Something you can sit down and start and finish in one quick sitting? It feels good to accomplish a sewing project quickly and sometimes those big ones can be fulfilling, but once in a while it feels so great to just knock something out fast.

I love a simple project that can be done quickly, so today I am giving you some very quick and easy sewing projects-25 Things to Sew in Under 10 Minutes. (See also 25 Things to Sew in Under 30 Minutes.) They are quick and easy sewing projects that should take an experienced seamstress about 10 minutes or less to sew and they can be perfect projects for a beginning sewer too-should be able to do them fast.

Quick & Easy Sewing Projects:

25 Things to Sew in Under 10 Minutes

Let me just make one note. These should be able to be sewn up in about 10 minutes. I wasn't necessarily counting prep time in that. It might take a little longer to print patterns, cut and prep fabric, etc., but the sewing should be fast and even with the prep time these should be pretty quick and easy sewing projects. If you're a beginning sewer they might take a little longer, but the idea here was to have easy sewing projects that you could get done quickly. Enjoy sewing up these fun sewing patterns!
Easy Laptop Sleeve: Easy Bookmark: T-Shirt Upcycle to Nightgown: Keychain Chapstick Holder: Easy Drawstring Bag: Easy Sunglasses Case: PillowCase Skirt: Kid's Belts: Infinity Scarf: Soft and Easy Baby Blanket: Pocket Placemat: Sweet and Skinny Headband: Easy Pillowcases: Kid's Play Mat: One Seam Maxi Dress: Knotted Headband Tutorial: Ric Rac Dish Towels: Lumbar Style Envelope Pillow: Fabric Flowers: Seat Belt Pillow: Reversible Headbands: 2 Seam Maxi Skirt: 3 Minute Receiving Blankets: Easy Burp Cloths: Hand Warmers:
I'd love to hear which of these has you excited and ready to try it? Do you have a favorite easy sewing project here? I love the sunglasses case and the laptop sleeve. What about you? Hope it goes well! And once you've done these, try 25 Things to Sew in Under 30 Minutes

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What's the Project? So you've got a sewing machine and you want some quick and easy sewing projects? Here are 25 things that are so easy to sew that you can get them done in about 10 minutes! Something great for everyone. Do you ever want to just sit down and sew something super quick and super easy?

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What's the Project? So you've got a sewing machine and you want some quick and easy sewing projects? Here are 25 things that are so easy to sew that you can get them done in about 10 minutes! Something great for everyone.

Do you ever want to just sit down and sew something super quick and super easy? Something you can sit down and start and finish in one quick sitting? It feels good to accomplish a sewing project quickly and sometimes those big ones can be fulfilling, but once in a while it feels so great to just knock something out fast.

I love a simple project that can be done quickly, so today I am giving you some very quick and easy sewing projects-25 Things to Sew in Under 10 Minutes. (See also 25 Things to Sew in Under 30 Minutes.) They are quick and easy sewing projects that should take an experienced seamstress about 10 minutes or less to sew and they can be perfect projects for a beginning sewer too-should be able to do them fast.

Quick & Easy Sewing Projects:

25 Things to Sew in Under 10 Minutes

Let me just make one note. These should be able to be sewn up in about 10 minutes. I wasn't necessarily counting prep time in that. It might take a little longer to print patterns, cut and prep fabric, etc., but the sewing should be fast and even with the prep time these should be pretty quick and easy sewing projects. If you're a beginning sewer they might take a little longer, but the idea here was to have easy sewing projects that you could get done quickly. Enjoy sewing up these fun sewing patterns!
Easy Laptop Sleeve: Easy Bookmark: T-Shirt Upcycle to Nightgown: Keychain Chapstick Holder: Easy Drawstring Bag: Easy Sunglasses Case: PillowCase Skirt: Kid's Belts: Infinity Scarf: Soft and Easy Baby Blanket: Pocket Placemat: Sweet and Skinny Headband: Easy Pillowcases: Kid's Play Mat: One Seam Maxi Dress: Knotted Headband Tutorial: Ric Rac Dish Towels: Lumbar Style Envelope Pillow: Fabric Flowers: Seat Belt Pillow: Reversible Headbands: 2 Seam Maxi Skirt: 3 Minute Receiving Blankets: Easy Burp Cloths: Hand Warmers:
I'd love to hear which of these has you excited and ready to try it? Do you have a favorite easy sewing project here? I love the sunglasses case and the laptop sleeve. What about you? Hope it goes well! And once you've done these, try 25 Things to Sew in Under 30 Minutes

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These 50+ quick and easy sewing ideas are all free. While any sewing beginner can do them, these feel so good to sew even if you've been sewing or quilting for years!

I love making practical and reusable things that are quick to sew. You too? Feel free to browse through all these free beginner patterns and make something - even if you are new to sewing. Especially if you're new to sewing.

These projects are mostly straight (-ish) lines, quick to sew, and easy to understand. And all these easy sewing projects for beginners come with free patterns!

For this post, I picked really easy ideas that any age beginner could do. To make it easier for you to scroll directly to what you need now, I split the list into these groups:

Table Of Contents

first, a few of my latest (super easy) beginner sewing projects, followed by

easy pouch sewing projects (easiest zipper cases and no zipper pouches too!)

little crafty things - more easy sewing projects for beginners! (think bookmarks, sleep masks, this cute coffee cozy pattern!)

beginner sewing for home (home decor patterns AND other useful things to sew for your home - like these super easy potholders!)

easy accessories to sew (like scarves, headbands, scrunchies, !!)

oh, and diy pajama pants, anyone! - or simply adding a diy patch pocket onto a t-shirt or an existing tote

baby sewing patterns for beginners

sewing easy toys for kids, and a few more in between!

No time to check them all out now? Save this post to Pinterest and make sure you have it when you need easy sewing ideas:

Crafty Little Things To Sew For Beginners

So let's start with crafty little things to sew for beginners, these make super cute little gifts. These are quick and easy to sew:

Easy Coasters

A useful hostess gift and these little thingies just look like they have been carefully pieced together - in reality, there was a clever workaround that made the project even quicker. Come visit these coasters to see how!

Diy Makeup Remover pads

This is fun: a simple zero-waste project you can do in like half an hour (to diy a whole set!). Make a quick batch of zero waste makeup remover wipes - tutorial here at AppleGreen Cottage. Bonus, place them in this tiny fabric bin or a drawstring pouch that can be washed as well, and you'll always have them at hand!

Alternatively, start your sewing adventure using a few of my other beginner sewing projects.

Easy Hair Bows To sew
Super cute and so easy! Make tons of these beginner-friendly hair bows. Video included!
Bows of all types, in general, are one of the top categories for easy crafts to make and sell at craft fairs, if you are looking for inspiration to sew and sell. Just like these:

Get the free scrunchie patterns now and make all of them in one sitting! These might be your go-to easy sewing projects for beginners, either for kids to sew or as a first sewing project for an adult too. Make a few scrunchies for yourself, a teenager, a friend, that sweet preschooler neighbor, and everybody else too.

Oh, and what about these adorable

Diy Hair Ties!

You can make these diy bunny hair ties even faster, using the free scrunchie template as mentioned above - these are made lightning fast!

Scrappy Pincushion

No matter how small the scraps, they'll work for this project! Use them all and make little pincushions.

If you like sewing with scraps, also check out this list, it's a huge resource of small projects you can do in under half an hour. Like this diy chapstick holder.

Super Simple Corner Bookmarks to Sew

Easiest Corner bookmarks to sew - fast! These are perfect to send by post as gifts - even when you can't meet someone in person, you can simply post them a lovely letter, and add one of these bookmarks. What a thoughtful gesture! Speaking about quick gifts, did you know we also have a FREE email guide to sew 5 quick gifts? Here:

Sew your own diy sleep mask using this free sewing pattern and make it easier to relax!

The easiest velcro straps you'll ever make! Tutorial here.

Pouch Sewing Projects For Beginners

Next step, I also compiled a bunch of easy pouches anyone can sew, some from me and some from my friends and fellow bloggers. You can do these even without any previous sewing experience!

Trust me, check out this tutorial, and you'll fast-forward into sewing making four simple straight (-ish) seams - and never look back!

Easy, quick and fun beginner sewing project, and oh these cheerful colors! This felt pencil pouch can be sewn by hand or on your sewing machine. Kid-friendly!

Make this handy little pouch as jewelry storage - and never lose your earrings again.

An upcycled toiletry bag in 10 minutes - how clever is that! Visit this free toiletry bag tutorial.

Free Front Pocket Wallet Pattern

Got a few scraps of faux leather or vinyl? Here's a slim card holder you can make with 2 seams and in 5 minutes of your time - see this free card holder pattern.

Beginner Home Sewing Projects

What about starting with these lovely dinner napkins?

Always a quick and easy way to transform your dining table. I compared two ways to sew dinner napkins: mitered corner napkins and reversible napkins. Which ones will you choose to make?

Beautiful Home Decor For Fall

After you've sewn this one, you can tackle a slightly more advanced pillowcase. They are still considered easy diy pillows, but the added tweaks will make them look like the store purchased high-end pillowcases. Friends won't believe you've made them yourself! Check them out:

Check out this easy, step-by-step tutorial for the best mop pads you'll ever make! It's a great beginner sewing project!

So now that we've covered so many beginner sewing projects for home and school, let's grab a few ideas for accessories to sew - all beginner sewing projects, too!

Easy accessories to sew For Beginners

Off the top of my head: scrunchies, anyone? Probably the best first accessory to sew if you are just starting to sew. Colorful, playful, and so practical! Check out my easiest scrunchies tutorial here:

As we near the end of our list of first sewing projects for adults, the next one I want to show you are these diy scarf. It only requires some knit fabric and sewing two straight lines:

Or, if you prefer to sew with fleece, here are two more easy beginner sewing projects:

And beginner sewers are usually surprised over how easy these knit fabric ear warmer headbands are to make - no need for a serger, just use a zigzag on your regular sewing machine:

Beginner Baby Sewing Patterns

The best thing about baby items? Well, besides being so incredibly cute! It's how easy they are to sew. Really, grab a few scraps and sew a straight-ish line. Even if not all the seams are impeccably finished, be sure the baby won't mind, as long as that bib, baby hat or onesie accent is comfortable to wear.

So if you have a friend who's getting a baby, or you have one, take a look through these beginner baby sewing projects.

This baby headband is so cute with the top knot - and super quick to make!

Sew an easy baby hat for baby - you can get the baby hat pattern for free, and it comes in 3 sizes!

Here's a quick bib sewing pattern, actually my best free baby bib pattern that comes in not one, but 3 sizes, so it will fit not only newborns and babies but also toddlers.

This baby bib was designed to be simple and minimalistic. It's perfect to have at hand for every occasion and it is available in three sizes, from newborns to 4 years.

You'll want to make tons of these burp cloth sets. I never get tired of them. My favorite thing? Digging through the pile of the cutest cotton baby prints and picking my favorites for the project. And you only need a little bit of fabric for each. Learn to make them with this tutorial - and don't forget to grab the free template!

I only showed a few easy baby sewing patterns here. For more free baby patterns for beginners, check out this master list of baby sewing patterns:

Beginner Toy sewing projects

Love making felt toys? Check out these:

Let me also list a few great baby welcoming gifts any sewing beginner can make in a very short time. These make a great starting point for sewing with a pattern for beginners:

Ok, I might be able to find more beginner tutorials, but I think these will be more than enough to get you going. I hope these will be a great jumping off point to start sewing with a pattern for beginners. First, save this list to Pinterest so you have it at hand any time, and then start creating!

When you learn to sew online, never forget: the most important thing to do is practice, practice, practice! The more you sew, the more comfortable you'll become with the process. Also, there are plenty of online communities and resources out there that can offer guidance and support. Like our FB group - not a big sewing community, but super friendly, see for yourself here.

Also, remember - the most important thing is to have fun and enjoy the process of learning something new!

As you gain more experience, you can gradually work your way up, toward more challenging projects. So here is a short list of my favorite advanced sewing courses online. Those are not free but offer so much value! I enrolled in a few of them a few years ago and it was mind-blowing, so much know-how shared, and all the sewing tips. Seriously, a wealth of knowledge!

I hope you liked these free resources. Now, what? Time for a bunch of easy and quick sewing projects. Happy sewing!

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I learned to sew when I was seven. My mom taught me the basics of sewing by hand, and then gave me permission to raid the ‘goodwill’ bag of discarded clothing for materials. Having 8 younger siblings, those clothes probably came from goodwill in the first place and had nowhere left to go after we wore them out!

I especially loved making teddy bears  – which always turned out quite franken-bear looking, because I was making up the pattern as I went along and stuffing them with more cut up clothing from the same goodwill bag. But my mom always responded so enthusiastically to my creations – and giving those misshapen franken-bears to my siblings made me so happy – I never stopped sewing.

Now that I’m the mom (and someone who earns her living sewing and teaching others how to sew), I’m figuring out that teaching kids to sew requires patience, love, and enthusiasm for franken-bears (or whatever your kid wants to make).

Here are my 10 best sewing projects for kids. You’ll see that I build on easy sewing projects that teach skills they will need when they tackle more complicated projects later. I recommend teaching the basics of hand sewing and how to sew with a sewing machine, and then letting your little guy or gal lead the way – you’ll be surprised how much they love using your scraps!

This is my Chloe sewing buttons on socks years ago!

1. Buttons on socks.

For a kid that’s just starting out, sewing buttons on an old sock is a great way to learn a skill that they’ll have to use later on. Plus every school has funny sock day, don’t they? They’ll be ready!

2. Boo-boo bags

When we were kids, our moms made bean bags. The classic bean bag is still in style – it’s just called by other names now. Fill it with rice, keep it in the freezer, and it’s a boo-boo bag. This is a great way to teach kids how to sew right sides together, leave an opening, and turn the project right side out.

photo from Shiny Happy World

3. Easy Teddy Bears

You can teach your kid from a cute easy pattern like this one or simply let them trace their own teddy bear (like I did years ago).

4. A Doll Skirt

With just a little bit of fabric and elastic, your kid can sew a doll skirt – then she can make a skirt for herself using the same technique!

5. Un-Paper Towels

Another sewing project that I used to teach my kids to sew is un-paper towels. You are supposed to add snaps to roll them all together – be we ended up using them like washcloths. However you end up – you’ll have something useful at the end.

6. Easy Pillows

I know, I’m going heavy on the useful items. Maybe I’m breaking child labor laws making my kids sew all these things for me, lol! Feel free to start simple and make them work up to the photo fabric and pom pom pillows.

7. Drawstring Backpack

Won’t your girl be proud when she can sew a drawstring backpack and wear it to a friends house? This is a great sewing project for boys too.

photo from make it love it.

8. Pillowcase

Another useful item that is so easy. Here’s a great tutorial.

9. Simple Messenger Bag

This super simple messenger bag pattern takes less than a yard of fabric and is really just a bag with a strap – but it’s so cute!

10. Pajama pants

Who doesn’t love homemade pajama pants! Here’s my free Pajama Pants Pattern in kids sizes 12mo-10.

I hope you’ve enjoyed my list of the best sewing projects for kids… add your own ideas in the comments, please!

xoxo,

Disclosure: some of my posts contain affiliate links. If you purchase something through one of those links I may receive a small commission, so thank you for supporting SewCanShe when you shop! All of the opinions are my own and I only suggest products that I actually use. 🙂

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I am frequently asked what the best sewing projects for someone who is learning how to sew are. I've spent a lot of time going through my archives and visiting the websites of some of my favorite sewing friends and have rounded up more than 50 Free Beginner Sewing Projects and patterns for you. This list includes everything from pillows to clothing to bags to sew.

The New Year has me thinking a lot about beginnings. I have been planning out the things I'd like to learn and do this year. If learning to sew (or improving your existing sewing skills) is on your "to-do" list I thought I'd see if I can help you out a little bit.

If you like this list, then you may also like this list of 45 Recommended Beginner Quilting Projects.

Must-Know Sewing Tips for Beginners!

Sewing Tip #1:

Take a few minutes and read the directions from start to finish before you begin. Make sure you understand each step.

Sewing Tip #2:

Take your time when cutting out and prepping your fabric. Precisely cut pattern pieces and well-pressed fabric will make a world of difference in the outcome of your finished project.

Sewing Tip #4:

If you mess up, don't worry! You're a beginner; remember, EVERYONE was a beginner at some point. You can only improve with more practice. Messing up is a sign that you are trying.

Sewing Tip #5:

Have Fun. My first sewing projects were a disaster! I used to go through my Grandmas's scrap bin and make clothes for my Barbie dolls. You should have seen those clothes (eeekk)!

Even though they were far from perfect, I had a great time making them, and it helped to instill a love of sewing in me at a young age. So relax; this is supposed to be fun!

What is the Best Sewing Project for a Beginner?

If you are new to sewing, I recommend starting with a pillow project. You can make a simple pillow cover or a pillowcase.

Pillows are great places to start because you don't have to fit them on someone's body (as you would have to with clothing) and because they are comprised of all straight lines!

What Can I Sew as a Gift?

If you're looking for something easy to sew to give as a gift, I recommend starting with either our Chapstick Holder or a Simple Drawstring Bag.

What Can I Sew in an Hour?

First, I don't really recommend setting time limits on your projects, especially when you are first starting. It could easily lead to unnecessary frustrations if you're looking for things to sew something fast. I'd start with our Library Tote Tutorial.

What Fabric is the Most Forgiving?

By far, 100% cotton and cotton blends. They are a good medium-weight fabric and can be ironed traditionally. Many synthetic fabrics will melt with an iron and can be difficult to manipulate for beginners. Avoid fabrics that are very lightweight or very heavyweight.

Video Tutorials

We have a YouTube channel where we regularly post beginner-friendly sewing and quilting tutorials; you should totally subscribe! If you're new, watching videos is a great way to learn!

50+ Free Sewing Patterns; Fun and Simple Beginner Sewing Projects

This is just a small sampling of all of the projects we have created to be beginner friendly. Check out our Beginner Sewing Archives for even more projects!

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Padded, braided, and knotted headbands are very trendy right now! Learn how to make a braided, padded headband with our free sewing pattern & tutorial.

I always joke that my best ideas come from my kids. I think I need to stop joking, as many of them come from my kids.

Several years ago I made a set of fabric headbands out of Liberty fabrics to take on a trip to London with me. My daughter was looking at them recently and asked me if I could make a similar headband but with braided fabric. Also, she wanted it "puffy".

Happy to take on the challenge, I figured out how to make braided headbands, and am happy to share with you how to do it today.

About the Headbands

These headbands are made by braiding 3 pieces of sewn fabric together and gluing them to a purchased headband.

They are lightly padded. We didn't want them to be too "poofy" so just went with one layer of fusible fleece as the lining.

What Fabric Should I Use?

I used Liberty Lawn fabric. Liberty lawns are high-quality cotton fabrics that are a bit more lightweight than traditional quilting cotton fabrics. The threads are finely woven giving the fabric a nice finish and sheen.

You could use quilting cotton or silk for this project as well. I plan to make some of an older silk scarf I own. If you make them with silk, I recommend adding a layer of Shape Flex interfacing to the fabric before you adhere it to the fusible fleece.

Video Instructions

I've created a short video walking you through some of the steps to create the headbands.

We have also uploaded the video tutorial to the Polka Dot Chair YouTube Channel.

Supplies Required

One Fat Quarter of Fabric

Fusible fleece (piece at least 8″ x 20″)

Heavy Duty Thread - I used Mettler Cordonette

Hot Glue Gun & Glue

Turning Tubes (not required but make the job so much easier)

Purchased Headband (these are the ones we used)

Braided Padded Headband Sewing Pattern

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inside: sew up an easy fall mug cozy for a cute and useful fall sewing project. This is an easy project and a perfect beginner tutorial as well. Mug Cozies keep your hands protected and add a cute fall detail to your kitchen as well.

I've always wanted cut mugs for each season... I think its so fun to have seasonal mugs out when friends or family come over. The problem is that my family is each attached to their own mugs that I can't put them away to have seasonal ones. So, this is my work around.. I'm just going to cover up the favorite mug with cute fall fabric.

Fall Mug Cozy Sewing tutorial

So... these cozies are super simple, but using fun fabric and the big buttons REALLY makes them adorable.

Today I'm also teaming up with my sewing friends for our quarterly post.. Scroll down below to see a list of ALL the amazing fall sewing projects shared today. They are SO cute, you will be filled with inspiration. The buffalo check plaid makes these everyday mugs so cute and fall-like.

More Fall Projects
Mug Cozy Supplies -

Fall Sewing Tutorial

Measure around the mug you want to sew the cozy for. You will want about a 1″ gap between the ends to leave room for the handle. Add 3/8″ seam allowance to each end for sewing. Measure the height as well.

For each cozy you will sew, cut two pieces of fabric. Cut fusible fleece a 1/2″ smaller on all sides then the fabric.

Fuse the fleece to the back side of one piece of fabric.

Take a 3″ piece of 1/4″ inch elastic and sew both ends to the middle of the short end of the fabric. Want cute colored elastic? I used a sharpie to color my white elastic and make it more fall - like {I love it!}

Place the right sides of the fabric together and pin or clip all the edges. Sew with a 3/8″ seam allowance and sew three sides {leave the short side without the elastic open for turning}

Clip the corners and then turn right side out.

On the open short end fold the seam allowance in and pin or clip then sew shut.

Top stitch around the edge and then any stitching in the middle that you want to make.

Wrap the cozy around the mug and mark where to sew the button. Stitch on the button.

Wrap the mug and then slip the elastic through the handle and over the button to secure. Enjoy your new gorgeous fall mugs wrapped in beautiful fall fabrics.

Whew! SO many fun projects... Sew some up while sipping tea out of a cute fall mug!!

Fall Mug Cozy Tutorial by lifesewsavory on Jumprope.

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These cute little keychain chapstick holders make great gifts since they are so useful and easy to stitch up! They would make great teacher appreciation gifts or simple gifts for your friends and neighbors. Amy of Ameroonie Designs is here with us sharing a free lanyard chapstick holder tutorial.

With kids heading back to school and the terrible dry winter months coming, I decided it was time to make my family some new chapstick holders. These are so fun to make, sew up quickly, and only use a few scraps so they are easy on the budget. And, they help my kids keep better track of their chapstick, which is definitely an added bonus!!

Keychain Chapstick Holder Sewing Pattern

Amy Chappell

All that is left is to add your split ring to the tab and your chapstick! See? Super easy!!

I like to create wrist straps for lots of my pouches so they are handy to carry and also so they don't get lost in my purse. If you would like to see my wrist strap tutorial you can find one here.

Uses for the Chapstick Holders

I attach them to backpacks, lanyards, or just add a wrist strap to make it much easier to find in my purse!

Once you see how little fabric these use, and how fast they are to make- you'll be making lots and lots of them. They make great back to school gifts, stocking stuffers and fun add-ons to teacher gifts or birthday presents! I love having a stash of them to pull out when I need just a little something to give away!

I hope you have fun making these!
xoxo,
Amy

About the Maker:

Hi! My name is Amy Chappell and I blog over at Ameroonie Designs. I currently live in Utah with my husband and 6 kids. I love being a mom but needed an outlet that would give me something to do that stayed done, enter sewing and creating. Love the satisfaction of taking fabric and ideas and making something new. I also love that blogging has given me a way to meet new people and find a community of amazing people who love fabric and sewing as much as I do.
xoxo,
Amy
Ameroonie Designs
www.amerooniedesigns.blogspot.com

Other Cute Projects by Ameroonie Designs:
Vintage Adventure Travel Bags Composition Notebook Cover Pattern How to Make a Wood Doll Bed
Other Handmade Gift Ideas:
How to Make a Crayon Folder Lipgloss Case Tutorial Simple Fabric Gift Bag Tutorial Flat Bottom Zip Pouch Sewing Tutorial
More Projects You May Enjoy

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Learn how to make keychain chapstick holders with this simple sewing tutorial. These cute lip balm holders make great handmade gifts.

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Learn how to sew DIY fabric bows - a fantastic beginner sewing project! If you don't have one yet, I recommend checking our our favorite sewing machines for beginners. This post contains affiliate links.
With the recent arrival of Princess A, life is just overflowing with bows, bows, and more bows! We love making bows from different materials - leather is a favorite - but there's nothing like the classic DIY fabric bows to pretty up a little girl.

I am going to tackle no sew bows in coming post(s) but for now, you can learn how to sew DIY fabric bows - they're really easy!

Sewing fabric bows is a fantastic beginner sewing project, along with our tutorial on how to sew a potholder, because it's so simple but it's also functional and fun to use when you're done.

These DIY fabric bows are fantastic for:

1. Embellishing an outfit

2. Threading onto a belt or sash

3. Gluing onto metal or nylon hairbands

4. Sliding onto alligator clips or barrettes

These were made from simple white cotton, which is perfect for learning or practicing. You can make these in any size or fabric.

Repurpose denim.

Try a shimmery lycra or a fancy satin.

And even cooler: get fat quarter bundles or similar pre-cut quilting fabrics to add lots of cool colors and prints to your stash.

And after you've made a few, try adding your own twist. You can even try decorating plain cotton before sewing with it!

The simplicity of these DIY fabric bows make them a fantastic gift for handing out to groups of people - friends, nieces, grandkids - and you can even turn them into bow ties like I did with crochet bows.

What you need to make DIY fabric bows

How to Sew a Fabric Bow

1. Use the template or a ruler to trace the pattern (or follow the measurement proportions) onto your fabric. Cut it out. The big rectangle will be used to make the main bow and the small square will be used to hold it in the center.

2. Fold the big square into half along the width and fold the small square in half along the length.

3. For your large rectangle, sew along 2 sides and keep the third open for turning.. Sew along the longer open side of the small rectangle strip, keeping the 2 small ends open .

4. Turn out the right sides of both sewed pieces through their open ends. Poke out corners on the big one. Press if you'd like.

5. Fold about 1 cm of the open end of the larger rectangle inward, press to make it easier to sew. Sew along it - either by hand with a blind stitch, or top stitch with a quarter inch seam allowance to close. If you'd like to keep it consistent, you can top stitch all around your bow with a quarter inch seam allowance.

6. Accordion fold the center of the larger piece of fabric. Sew or wrap the center to hold it.

7. Place the small fabric piece in the middle of the bow pattern, covering the stitched part.

8. Wrap the small fabric strip around the center part of the main bow and bring the closed ends to the back. Use needle and thread to sew the open ends of the strip. When you're done, knot and trim.

Glue onto a headband or alligator clip, or thread an elastic through the loop and close to make a baby headband.

You can also hot glue it in place, if you don't want it to move.
Did you enjoy learning how to sew DIY fabric bows? what will you be using this for? Comment below!

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Make these easy DIY fabric bows that can be sewn by hand or machine! They are great for headbands, hair clips, and more!

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These 55 easy sewing projects for beginners are a great way to practice your sewing skills while making something fun! This collection of free sewing patterns is perfect for beginners and experienced sewers alike!
Let me picture it: you just got a new sewing machine, and you are wanting to try your hand at making an easy project to get started on your sewing journey. You are excited, but you are also a bit nervous! If this sounds like you, I want you to know that I've been in your shoes before, and I totally understand where you are coming from!

The good news is that there are so many fun beginner sewing projects out there that are perfect for practicing your sewing! Today, I've rounded up 55 of my all-time favorite easy sewing projects for beginners. Each of these free sewing patterns is totally attainable for sewing novices, but these projects are just as perfect for experienced seamsters and seamstresses wanting to make a quick and easy sewing project!

I've compiled a list with six different categories of easy sewing projects for beginners:

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Easy Sewing Projects for Kids

Easy Seasonal Sewing Projects

You're sure to find some great ideas to add to your project list! Enjoy!

Useful Beginner Sewing Projects

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If you're looking for a fun handmade project to give as a gift, this section of beginner sewing project that make great gifts is just for you!

Beginner Sewing Projects to Wear

Use your new sewing skills to make a fun project to wear to show off your handiwork!

Easy Home Decor Sewing Projects

Add style to your space with one of these great home decor sewing projects for beginners.

Easy Sewing Projects for Kids

Make something special for a little one in your life with one of these great beginner sewing patterns!

Easy Seasonal Sewing Projects

Celebrate every season of the year with by sewing one of these easy sewing projects perfect for beginners.
Heart Pocket Pillows Leprechaun Pants Treat Bags Bunny Sewing Pattern Fabric Easter Eggs Fabric Easter Basket Patriotic Color Block Pillow Apple Softie Fabric Pumpkins Fall Leaf Pillow Candy Corn Tote Black Cat Softie Jack-o-Lantern Pillow Cuffed Christmas Stockings Burlap Cutlery Stockings Santa Pants Treat Bags Felt Gift Bags
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These 55 easy sewing projects for beginners are a great way to practice your sewing skills while making something fun! This collection of free sewing patterns is perfect for beginners and experienced sewers alike!
Let me picture it: you just got a new sewing machine, and you are wanting to try your hand at making an easy project to get started on your sewing journey. You are excited, but you are also a bit nervous! If this sounds like you, I want you to know that I've been in your shoes before, and I totally understand where you are coming from!

The good news is that there are so many fun beginner sewing projects out there that are perfect for practicing your sewing! Today, I've rounded up 55 of my all-time favorite easy sewing projects for beginners. Each of these free sewing patterns is totally attainable for sewing novices, but these projects are just as perfect for experienced seamsters and seamstresses wanting to make a quick and easy sewing project!

I've compiled a list with six different categories of easy sewing projects for beginners:

Useful Beginner Sewing Projects

Sewing Project Gift Ideas

Beginner Sewing Projects to Wear

Easy Home Decor Sewing Projects

Easy Sewing Projects for Kids

Easy Seasonal Sewing Projects

You're sure to find some great ideas to add to your project list! Enjoy!

Useful Beginner Sewing Projects

It's always nice to sew something that can be put to good use, and this section is dedicated to free sewing patterns with practical purposes!

Beginner Sewing Project Gift Ideas

If you're looking for a fun handmade project to give as a gift, this section of beginner sewing project that make great gifts is just for you!

Beginner Sewing Projects to Wear

Use your new sewing skills to make a fun project to wear to show off your handiwork!

Easy Home Decor Sewing Projects

Add style to your space with one of these great home decor sewing projects for beginners.

Easy Sewing Projects for Kids

Make something special for a little one in your life with one of these great beginner sewing patterns!

Easy Seasonal Sewing Projects

Celebrate every season of the year with by sewing one of these easy sewing projects perfect for beginners.
Heart Pocket Pillows Leprechaun Pants Treat Bags Bunny Sewing Pattern Fabric Easter Eggs Fabric Easter Basket Patriotic Color Block Pillow Apple Softie Fabric Pumpkins Fall Leaf Pillow Candy Corn Tote Black Cat Softie Jack-o-Lantern Pillow Cuffed Christmas Stockings Burlap Cutlery Stockings Santa Pants Treat Bags Felt Gift Bags
Be sure to check out these other great posts with sewing tips that will have you stitching like a pro in no time!

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These 55 easy sewing projects for beginners are a great way to practice your sewing skills while making something fun! This collection of free sewing patterns is perfect for beginners and experienced sewers alike! Let me picture it: you just got a new sewing machine, and you are wanting to try your hand at making an easy project to get started on your sewing journey.

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These 50+ quick and easy sewing ideas are all free. While any sewing beginner can do them, these feel so good to sew even if you've been sewing or quilting for years!

I love making practical and reusable things that are quick to sew. You too? Feel free to browse through all these free beginner patterns and make something - even if you are new to sewing. Especially if you're new to sewing.

These projects are mostly straight (-ish) lines, quick to sew, and easy to understand. And all these easy sewing projects for beginners come with free patterns!

For this post, I picked really easy ideas that any age beginner could do. To make it easier for you to scroll directly to what you need now, I split the list into these groups:

Table Of Contents

first, a few of my latest (super easy) beginner sewing projects, followed by

easy pouch sewing projects (easiest zipper cases and no zipper pouches too!)

little crafty things - more easy sewing projects for beginners! (think bookmarks, sleep masks, this cute coffee cozy pattern!)

beginner sewing for home (home decor patterns AND other useful things to sew for your home - like these super easy potholders!)

easy accessories to sew (like scarves, headbands, scrunchies, !!)

oh, and diy pajama pants, anyone! - or simply adding a diy patch pocket onto a t-shirt or an existing tote

baby sewing patterns for beginners

sewing easy toys for kids, and a few more in between!

No time to check them all out now? Save this post to Pinterest and make sure you have it when you need easy sewing ideas:

Crafty Little Things To Sew For Beginners

So let's start with crafty little things to sew for beginners, these make super cute little gifts. These are quick and easy to sew:

Easy Coasters

A useful hostess gift and these little thingies just look like they have been carefully pieced together - in reality, there was a clever workaround that made the project even quicker. Come visit these coasters to see how!

Diy Makeup Remover pads

This is fun: a simple zero-waste project you can do in like half an hour (to diy a whole set!). Make a quick batch of zero waste makeup remover wipes - tutorial here at AppleGreen Cottage. Bonus, place them in this tiny fabric bin or a drawstring pouch that can be washed as well, and you'll always have them at hand!

Alternatively, start your sewing adventure using a few of my other beginner sewing projects.

Easy Hair Bows To sew
Super cute and so easy! Make tons of these beginner-friendly hair bows. Video included!
Bows of all types, in general, are one of the top categories for easy crafts to make and sell at craft fairs, if you are looking for inspiration to sew and sell. Just like these:

Get the free scrunchie patterns now and make all of them in one sitting! These might be your go-to easy sewing projects for beginners, either for kids to sew or as a first sewing project for an adult too. Make a few scrunchies for yourself, a teenager, a friend, that sweet preschooler neighbor, and everybody else too.

Oh, and what about these adorable

Diy Hair Ties!

You can make these diy bunny hair ties even faster, using the free scrunchie template as mentioned above - these are made lightning fast!

Scrappy Pincushion

No matter how small the scraps, they'll work for this project! Use them all and make little pincushions.

If you like sewing with scraps, also check out this list, it's a huge resource of small projects you can do in under half an hour. Like this diy chapstick holder.

Super Simple Corner Bookmarks to Sew

Easiest Corner bookmarks to sew - fast! These are perfect to send by post as gifts - even when you can't meet someone in person, you can simply post them a lovely letter, and add one of these bookmarks. What a thoughtful gesture! Speaking about quick gifts, did you know we also have a FREE email guide to sew 5 quick gifts? Here:

Sew your own diy sleep mask using this free sewing pattern and make it easier to relax!

The easiest velcro straps you'll ever make! Tutorial here.

Pouch Sewing Projects For Beginners

Next step, I also compiled a bunch of easy pouches anyone can sew, some from me and some from my friends and fellow bloggers. You can do these even without any previous sewing experience!

Trust me, check out this tutorial, and you'll fast-forward into sewing making four simple straight (-ish) seams - and never look back!

Easy, quick and fun beginner sewing project, and oh these cheerful colors! This felt pencil pouch can be sewn by hand or on your sewing machine. Kid-friendly!

Make this handy little pouch as jewelry storage - and never lose your earrings again.

An upcycled toiletry bag in 10 minutes - how clever is that! Visit this free toiletry bag tutorial.

Free Front Pocket Wallet Pattern

Got a few scraps of faux leather or vinyl? Here's a slim card holder you can make with 2 seams and in 5 minutes of your time - see this free card holder pattern.

Beginner Home Sewing Projects

What about starting with these lovely dinner napkins?

Always a quick and easy way to transform your dining table. I compared two ways to sew dinner napkins: mitered corner napkins and reversible napkins. Which ones will you choose to make?

Beautiful Home Decor For Fall

After you've sewn this one, you can tackle a slightly more advanced pillowcase. They are still considered easy diy pillows, but the added tweaks will make them look like the store purchased high-end pillowcases. Friends won't believe you've made them yourself! Check them out:

Check out this easy, step-by-step tutorial for the best mop pads you'll ever make! It's a great beginner sewing project!

So now that we've covered so many beginner sewing projects for home and school, let's grab a few ideas for accessories to sew - all beginner sewing projects, too!

Easy accessories to sew For Beginners

Off the top of my head: scrunchies, anyone? Probably the best first accessory to sew if you are just starting to sew. Colorful, playful, and so practical! Check out my easiest scrunchies tutorial here:

As we near the end of our list of first sewing projects for adults, the next one I want to show you are these diy scarf. It only requires some knit fabric and sewing two straight lines:

Or, if you prefer to sew with fleece, here are two more easy beginner sewing projects:

And beginner sewers are usually surprised over how easy these knit fabric ear warmer headbands are to make - no need for a serger, just use a zigzag on your regular sewing machine:

Beginner Baby Sewing Patterns

The best thing about baby items? Well, besides being so incredibly cute! It's how easy they are to sew. Really, grab a few scraps and sew a straight-ish line. Even if not all the seams are impeccably finished, be sure the baby won't mind, as long as that bib, baby hat or onesie accent is comfortable to wear.

So if you have a friend who's getting a baby, or you have one, take a look through these beginner baby sewing projects.

This baby headband is so cute with the top knot - and super quick to make!

Sew an easy baby hat for baby - you can get the baby hat pattern for free, and it comes in 3 sizes!

Here's a quick bib sewing pattern, actually my best free baby bib pattern that comes in not one, but 3 sizes, so it will fit not only newborns and babies but also toddlers.

This baby bib was designed to be simple and minimalistic. It's perfect to have at hand for every occasion and it is available in three sizes, from newborns to 4 years.

You'll want to make tons of these burp cloth sets. I never get tired of them. My favorite thing? Digging through the pile of the cutest cotton baby prints and picking my favorites for the project. And you only need a little bit of fabric for each. Learn to make them with this tutorial - and don't forget to grab the free template!

I only showed a few easy baby sewing patterns here. For more free baby patterns for beginners, check out this master list of baby sewing patterns:

Beginner Toy sewing projects

Love making felt toys? Check out these:

Let me also list a few great baby welcoming gifts any sewing beginner can make in a very short time. These make a great starting point for sewing with a pattern for beginners:

Ok, I might be able to find more beginner tutorials, but I think these will be more than enough to get you going. I hope these will be a great jumping off point to start sewing with a pattern for beginners. First, save this list to Pinterest so you have it at hand any time, and then start creating!

When you learn to sew online, never forget: the most important thing to do is practice, practice, practice! The more you sew, the more comfortable you'll become with the process. Also, there are plenty of online communities and resources out there that can offer guidance and support. Like our FB group - not a big sewing community, but super friendly, see for yourself here.

Also, remember - the most important thing is to have fun and enjoy the process of learning something new!

As you gain more experience, you can gradually work your way up, toward more challenging projects. So here is a short list of my favorite advanced sewing courses online. Those are not free but offer so much value! I enrolled in a few of them a few years ago and it was mind-blowing, so much know-how shared, and all the sewing tips. Seriously, a wealth of knowledge!

I hope you liked these free resources. Now, what? Time for a bunch of easy and quick sewing projects. Happy sewing!

Get Aiden pattern HERE.

More Free Sewing Patterns

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The best part about Christmas is the ability to spend loving and quality time with your family.

Make every moment count by working on simple and easy sewing projects for Christmas that are fun for all ages! This collection of 30 Easy Christmas Sewing Projects for Beginners will allow you to do just that!

Create simple and easy Christmas decorations from comfortable Christmas pillow patterns to merry Christmas stockings. These easy sewing projects are fun for the whole family. You can decorate your whole house with these ideas.

Not only will you have your pick between sections dedicated to easy sewing, stockings, and no-sew projects, you'll be able to save these projects for future crafting endeavors!

You can make memories that will last forever when you decide to make these projects.

Any of these sewing projects or no-sew crafts would make perfect Christmas gifts, too. You'll be able to cross everyone off your list with this collection of awesome projects.

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The holidays are officially here and winter breaks and vacations are starting ASAP. These easy sewing projects will make perfect holiday gifts *and* are fun ways to pass the time while you're deep into holiday nesting. Whether you're in the mood to make something simple like a pillow or want to try your hand at upcycling a dress you no longer wear, we've got you covered. These are simple sewing projects that both beginners and novices alike can stitch up, no problem. So dust off that sewing machine and get ready to whip up some sewing-project magic with these 70+ easy DIY projects .

Add a personal touch to gifts and table settings with the darling monogrammed tag. (via Joann )

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We can't wait to see all of the DIY magic you come up with. Whether you're looking to update your closet or your decor, these easy sewing projects are a great place to start!

Main Photo by Mikhail Nilov

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