Free Sewing Patterns for Beginners

To help you get ready for the big feast in style, we’ve gathered a delightful collection of 20 Charming & FREE Apron Patterns that are perfect for making your Thanksgiving kitchen truly festive!

This complete list of children’s sewing projects is the perfect place to start a young sewist on their journey of sewing and creative confidence.

The free patterns here are proven best sellers to make and sell at the craft fair. They are fast, profitable projects that people love to buy.

Pouches are one of my favorite sewing projects because they are so fun and easy, plus most of the time you can use scraps! I’ve rounded up 29 free patterns for pencil pouches that are perfect for beginners and expert sewers too.

Whether you’ve got leftover buttons from past projects or a jar filled with precious vintage finds, you’ll love these clever and exciting ways to put them to good use!

Now is the time to upcycle and repurpose; between being a good steward of the planet, and budgeting for uncertain economic times, you are sure to feel rewarded as you make new items from handfuls of discarded fibers. Sew 45 useful items and thoughtful gifts using all your leftover notions, fabric bits, and random pieces of stuff you just can’t throw away.

Sew adorable toys, handy pouches, cute home decor, and so much more. The raw edges are no problem, it’s perfect for a quick project, and it’s inexpensive. Every free tutorial on this list is not only beautiful but also super useful.

Spring is the perfect time to dust more than your shelves… Dust off your sewing machine and sew something beautiful! This list has throw quilts, clever bags, cute home decor, and more. Each pattern is free to use and print…

Handmade gifts are a great way to cheer someone up and show you care. I’ve put together a list of 25 easy craft and sewing ideas that are perfect for giving love and support.

Just in time for your holiday sewing – use my fabric doll pattern to make your little one a sweet doll with braidable hair!

Patchwork quilts make the chilly holiday season warmer, don’t you think? Get ready to sew patchwork quilts, aprons, Christmas stockings, gift bags, and more with this list of free sewing patterns that make perfect patchwork for the holidays! Your home…

Make a zipper bag in any size and nearly any shape. With these helpful tutorials, templates, and my tips for sewing zippers with ease, you’ll be a pro in no time!

Welcome to the colorful world of patchwork. Find free, colorful patterns of all types. I love sewing patchwork because I get to use my scraps!

The biggest reason why I sew is to make things for my kids. But they can only use so many quilts! Here are the best gifts to sew for your kids, grandkids, and friends.

There’s something that is happening to me as I grow older… I LOVE pockets! Probably because I’m less likely to lose something if I can put it in a pocket. If you love pockets as much as I do, you…

People who sew are happier, less stressed, and save money – it’s true! Let me teach you how to sew bags, quilts, pouches, home decor, kitchen accessories, and more! Here are 30 free sewing patterns with easy-to-follow step-by-step tutorials and…

Prom-goers dressed up in clothes and accessories that they made themselves are the most unique and creative of all. Make your prom extra special with one or more of these DIY accessories that you can make to match your dress…

Learn how to sew easy headbands using fabric and fold over elastic (FOE). This sewing project is perfect for scraps too.

Looking to sew something unique for your pet? You can create one-of-a-kind dog or kitty items they will love, from soft and cozy beds to cute accessories they can wear and play with. Here are 15 simple sewing projects perfect…

Welcome to the colorful world of patchwork! Here are 30 free sewing patterns perfect for anyone who loves to sew. Whether you are a quilting pro or just starting out; these patterns will be fun and easy to follow. This…

This is the cutest bear that you never did sew! Learn how to fold a washcloth into an adorable teddy bear.

Look no further for a free and easy zipper pouch pattern perfect for holding money and credit cards, school supplies, cosmetics, and more! This pattern includes free templates to make 2 different sizes of pouches, plus a step-by-step zipper pouch tutorial.

Learn how to sew the most adorable fabric dolls! When I came across ragdoll fabric panels from South Korean artist Jae Sun, I had to make a whole litter of plush cats. This easy sewing project is perfect for teaching…

Sew an easy card wallet using natural cork fabric. This new textile is durable, beautiful, and easy to sew! This free pattern is a great starter project – or a great way to use up scraps.

Sew an easy collar for your dog, cat, llama, or iguana! This fun and easy sewing project uses simple supplies – just fabric, a d-ring, and some velcro.

I’m so tickled! After showing you my cute Bit O’ Kindness pouches on Saturday, I don’t think any other sewing tutorial has ever been more requested!

So here you go…

Did you know that animal shelters often use small quilts or blankets (called cage comforters) in the animals’ cages to provide a soft bed and a sense of security? It’s a great way to use up leftover pieces of fabric and batting and make something to help our furry friends at the shelters. It’s kinda funny how I learned about this project…

You can sew a cute wrist strap key fob with my fast and easy sewing tutorial. Of all the DIY projects I’ve sewn and gifted to people, wristlet keychain fobs are the ones that people ask for again and again!

Learn how to make darling tea towels out of fat quarters that you have leftover from other sewing projects!

Cooking can be messy – sew a full apron from my free sewing pattern to keep clean and look great! This easy to sew apron pattern has a hanging loop to keep your tongs handy too. There are 2 layers of fabric to ensure that no sauce or splatters make it through.

Show off your favorite fabrics with these fun little zipper pouches. They are just the right size for your smart phone and there’s a handy little pocket for your id and a couple cards.

Sew the cutest llama around with my free sewing pattern! This easy stuffed animal is fun to embellish with leftover trims such as pom poms, ric rac, fringe, or ribbon. The saddle and llama face are appliques which are fused…

Sewing wallets is one of my favorite things to do, so decided to sew myself a new little card wallet using all the same steps that I share in my free Designer Zipper Bags Video Course. I used my serger…

Patchwork potholders are the best. Who else but a quilter would cut up good fabric just to sew it together again?

Learn how to sew the best zipper pouches using ribbon and vinyl with my free zipper pouch pattern that includes templates.

I just finished a fast and easy sewing project that will be so useful!

It’s a beautiful pouch that can be used at work, home, and even better – sewing expos and conventions.

I have something to admit to you. I was so in love when Spoonful of Sugar Designs let me know about their new {Heart Potholder Tutorial}, that I made it that same day. Yup, I didn’t wait even a single…

Learn how to sew the latest tiny obsession… tiny zipper bags! These little zipper pouches are so fast and easy to make and so much fun!

Ever wanted to sew one of those cute pillow animals? Well here’s my version and a free sewing pattern!

Hello, thanks so much for checking out today’s sweet and irresistible Friday Spotlight. These little cuties are Retro Drawstring Bags from A Spoonful of Sugar. I can’t stop thinking about how perfect these would be as handmade gift bags for…

Learn how to sew a vinyl zipper pouch with cute trim! This easy sewing project is perfect for holding sewing notions, cosmetics, office supplies, or anything you need to travel with (great for the airport).

I finally got it done for you… all the testing and tweaking of a pattern to make the darling little coin pouch that we saw on Pinterest – but the photo instructions left so much to chance!