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63 Sewing Projects for Beginners

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It's never been easier to learn how to sew! We've selected 63 sewing projects that are ideal for beginner sewers who wish to improve their sewing skills, or for those with a little more experience that are looking to sew something spectacular!

Whether you're looking to sew cushions, master the art of hand embroidery, or create fabric storage boxes, there's something for everyone. Regardless of your sewing background, you're bound to discover something new and exciting with the projects below.

This is the perfect opportunity to sew a handmade gift for a loved one using scrap fabric or by transforming your favourite fat quarters into keepsakes that you can display and cherish forever.

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63 Sewing Projects for Beginners

How to Sew a Pencil Case Using VELCRO® Brand Tape

Be the envy of the classroom by having a go at sewing your own pencil case using VELCRO® brand tape! 

 

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How to Make a Spring Succulent Wall Hanging
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How to Make Fabric Sewing Accessories

Learn how to make a set of sewing accessories using fat quarters! This project covers a storage box, scissors wrap and needle book, which can be made in any fat quarters of your choice.

 

 

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How to Sew a Ruffled Ribbon Make Up Bag

Put those pretty scraps of ribbon you have lying around to good use, and show them off finally with a pretty ruffled ribbon effect makeup bag.

 

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How to Sew an Apron
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How to Make a Tassel Cushion
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How to Make Fabric Birds
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How to Quilt a Pin board
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How to Make a Cute Bunny Pennant
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How to Make a Doorstop
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How to Sew a Keyring Phone Case
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How to Make a Fabric Napkin

You can whip up a pretty fabric napkin in no time, and refresh your dinner table or impress your guests. 

 

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How to Sew Puffy Heart Bunting
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How to Sew a Fabric Notebook Cover

Spruce up your stationery with this simple notebook cover project. Perfect for beginners, this project uses our Star Wars fat quarter designs mixed in with a plain fabric for a modern style.

 

 

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How to Make a Retro Pom Pom Trim Cushion

This retro pom-pom trimmed cushion cover is a lot of fun to make and will brighten up any home with its contrasting patterns and bright colour scheme.

 

 

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How to Make a Felt Llama Keyring
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How to Make Three Embroidery Heart Hoops
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How to Make an Alligator Zip Pouch

This tutorial makes the most of your Sizzix machine by using it on fabric! Print your own shapes or use a patterned fabric.

 

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How to Sew a Tropical Brush Roll

Create a handy brush roll, perfect for storing craft supplies and makeup brushes alike! This project can be made in whatever pattern tickles your fancy.

 

 

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How to Make Embroidered Patches
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How to Make a P.E. Kit Drawstring Bag
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How to Create a Year of Stitches

Document your year in a hoop you'll treasure forever! This project is great for all abilities: beginners can use it to practice their stitches and experts can enjoy flexing their skills.

 

 

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How to Make a Fabric Placemat
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How to Sew a Fabric Dragonfly
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How to Make Fabric Storage Baskets

You can buy plastic containers for storing bathroom bits and bobs but a fabric storage basket is much more attractive and can be made in different sizes.

 

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How to Sew Fat Quarter Tote Bags
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How to Sew a Mini Beanbag Pouf

There's nothing more fun than a squishy little pouf to sit on and this one is perfect for little bottoms! 

 

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How to Make a Moon and Star Moblie
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How to Make Bunny Scrunchies
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How to Make a Zip Free Cushion Cover
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How to Sew a Draught Excluder
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How to Make Seahorse Rattle
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How to Make an Alternative Valentines Day Wall Hanging
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How to Make a Fabric Storage Box
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How to Make a Bean Bag Chair
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How to Make a Drawstring Coin Purse
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How to Sew Placemats and Napkins

Learn how to sew placemats and napkins with this simple step-by-step guide. Add handmade decorative elements with tassels and embroidered initials to make your placemats truly one of a kind, ready to adorn your dining table.

 

 

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How to Make a Fabric Bottle Bag
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How to Make a Garland with Scrap Fabrics
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How to Sew a Patchwork Bag
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How to Make a Pillow Floor Mat

Relax at home in style with this giant floor pillow! An easy project despite its size, this chic floor mat is a great way to complement your home décor. 

 

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How to Make a Garden Party Napkin
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How to Make a Felt Tree Canvas
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How to Sew a Patchwork Fan Purse
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How to Make a Piped Cushion
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How to Make a Felt Flower Garland
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How to Make a Seat Pad Cover

Seat pad covers are great for upcycling a piece of furniture or adding a splash of colour to a plain chair. 

 

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How to Make a Sleep Mask
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How to Make a Jam Jar Topper

You will love this new twist on an old favourite fabric jam jar topper that uses pom pom trimming as a flourish around the edge! 

 

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How to Make Felt Cactus Pincushions
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How to Make a Bear Handwarmer
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How to Sew a Simple Dress

Using a sewing pattern can seem daunting for a beginner but it's easy to get to grips with! Learn how to create a beautiful dress with the help of this project guide.

 

 

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How to Make Ice cream Purses
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How to Make Applique Patches
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3 Easy Embroidery Projects for Custom Clothing

Embroidery is a great way to give a new lease of life to your clothes. To show you just how easy it can be we have three easy hand embroidery projects you can try.

 

 

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How to Make a Patchwork Quilted Place Mat

Spruce up your dinner table for spring by making yourself some patchwork quilted placemats using our English garden fat quarters.

 

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How to Make a Floral Felt Brooch
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How to Make a Kantha Cushion
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How to Make a Felt Cactus Brooch
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How to Sew a Knot Headband

The twist knot headband is the accessory of the season, helping you transform any look in an instant! 

 

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How to Make a Rainbow Table Runner
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How to Make a Face Covering Pouch
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How to Embroider – Beginner Stitch Guide
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Excellent ideas to get (re)started in Sewing I have a sewing machine, I have fabric, what I lacked was simple ideas to kick-start a renewed interest in sewing. There's even easy hand-sewn ideas, and lots of practical projects too.
Date published: 2023-05-31
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Nice and simple - step by step Simple guides for a beginner like me who needs to build up skills and practice with new sewing machine. Thanks very much :-)
Date published: 2024-01-18
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great ideas. Clear instructions. Great ideas to get me started on my sewing journey.
Date published: 2024-01-02
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