I know who you are! You’ve got a brand new sewing machine (or brand new to you anyway-maybe it’s been sitting in a closet for a while but you are too scared to use it) and you dream of sewing up fancy and fun things, but it’s hard isn’t it? You’re new and it can be frustrating trying to sew projects when your skills are still young. No worries though because I’ve got your back! Sewing doesn’t have to be terribly hard. In addition to a whole bunch of Learn to Sew lessons, I’ve also got a whole bunch of beginner sewing projects gathered together for you today. Easy sewing tutorials that you can try as a beginning sewer. Are you ready for these?!
Most of these easy beginning sewing projects are just straight lines and some simple skills. If you aren’t comfortable with any of the skills listed, try my Learn to Sew Lessons, they might help, otherwise, good luck as you get going on all of these beginner sewing projects!
25 Beginner Sewing Projects:
If you’re daring enough for a zipper…Easy Pencil Case:
Have fun sewing! If you are a beginner just remember that sewing takes time, the seam ripper is your friend and be patient with yourself. And remember that no one else is going to be as critical of your final results as you are…so go easy and make it fun!
And be sure to explore the site because I have TONS of sewing inspiration for you!
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I love this, I use to wear those kind all the time. I really want to try this.
I forgot to mention I was talking about the belts.
I wondered if you had memories of your bibs. LOL
What a wonderful assortment of projects!
Can’t wait to try the jumbo receiving blankets! Great Job Amber!
Hey there Amber! I’m so glad that I found your adorable blog! I too am LDS and I have been wanting to learn to sew for quite a while now, but have ALWAYS been intimidated! I guess I need to just jump right in and do it? Thanks for the ideas☺
Yep! You can DO IT!!!!
Thanks so much for the tutorials!! Awesome!! Pinned!!
I am in love with the dinosaur fabric that is shown in the photos could you please share who makes the fabric and if you purchased it online were?
Thank you!
Hmmm, I bought it more than 2 years ago so I wonder if it is discontinued. I think it is either Riley Blake or Robert Kaufmann fabric? I bought it at a local quilt store.
Oh man so many great projects… I want to make them all!
A really great project to make would also be a dig cat pencil case
I meant diy
I will be making at least half of these very soon; a great way for this beginner to learn how to sew!
Amber- I was wondering if you could recommend some online fabric stores. I live in a rural area, and so resources are pretty limited. I was in a quilting store looking at some flannel and the owner made a remark about how difficult it is to buy fabric online because you never know when it will have faults in it. Can you give me some suggestions?
Thanks!
Try http://www.theribbonretreat.com or http://www.stitchstashdiva.com
Thanks
This is such a great collection of beginner projects! I just might get brave enough to dig my sewing machine back out and try one of these soon. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you for simple yet useful projects. I had sewn many years ago, lost most of my eye sight, and recently had eye surgery and am wanting to start sewing again. With sight regained I am so happy to find someone willing to show simple yet useful, practical items to learn while making. Thank you and God Bless!
They’re all perfect for me ! Thank you so much for your post :) I wish you to have Happy New Year with your family ! x
I need this to get me started sewing again. I’ve been taking care of my parents with little to no time for creative sewing. This looks to be perfect for inspiration.
You have been my inspiration. I would love to try every project . All your creations are very beautiful. Thank you :)
Hello, I work for a local humane society and have a great idea for kids who take sewing classes. How about making bandanas for the dogs to fit on collars so that they are more adoptable? Kids could take a simple square and then using plastic wrap, cut out a shape of a bone and it’s done. I was recently told the dogs in your county need help. thank you.
That’s a great idea PR! I’m not Amber, but that sounds great. I wouldn’t use plastic wrap though, that doesn’t have a place in sewing. I’d use bone-covered fabric for the square and a solid color ( red, yellow, blue) for the big bone decal.
Regards,
EmilyHayes
I like your website so much. Wish I would have found you 3 years ago; would have saved me so many mistakes and confusion. :o) These projects are absolutely perfect for me to go back and undo my bad habits!!!
I am wanting to do different thing’s with my sewing machine. Can’t wait to get started.
HI,
Thanks for sharing this post. You will be glad to know that, I am sewing machine expert. I found lots of effective info in your site. Thank you…
Regards,
Barbara Harris
This website is such a great place for beginners like me! I love all the amazing little ideas!!!😍
m in a fashion class at school and these projects would be great for class
What a great list! Thanks for providing. I plan to make first: blanket, pencil case, kindle case, scarves, and tote bag.
One quick note: When I click on Kindle Case, it says that the link is broken. What’s the problem? Can you please replace the link?
I found your site through Pinterest because I was looking for dolls clothes.
I clicked what I thought was a straight through link,but I am struggling to find the patterns that were in the picture on Pinterest. Please can you let me know if you have any dolls clothes patterns
Nope! Sorry, no doll clothes patterns here.