SEWING: Cool and Easy Projects to Try

This board is all about Simple Sewing: Cool and Easy Projects to try for all skill levels. It's never been easier to get sewing! A list of mostly free sewing projects that are great skill-builders. Find more sewing projects at icansewthis.com.
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Make a fluffy tulle skirt with elastic waistband – perfect for any occasion
Want to make a cute tulle skirt with an elastic waistband? This beginner-friendly sewing tutorial has got you covered! Wondering how much tulle you need or what kind is best? I’ll break it down for you step-by-step, with plenty of tips along the way. This skirt has an exposed elastic waistband and is super full, using a 1:8 ratio (the tulle is 8 times the waist size). #DIYtulleskirt #beginnersewing
Fun little sewing projects for fabric scraps
Get your creative juices flowing with these fun little sewing projects! From cute cotton rounds and handy zipper pouches to eco-friendly produce bags, pretty fabric bows, stylish headbands, and colorful scrunchies. Perfect for beginners with free patterns and step-by-step tutorials. #sewing #beginnersewing #sewingprojects
Free baby bloomers pattern (with step by step tutorial)
Comfy and sweet – get this free baby bloomers pattern for your little one. Learn how to make DIY bloomers in five simple steps with this sewing tutorial. These bloomers are perfect for any baby (boy or girl), for any occasion. This is an easy, quick, and rewarding sewing project that you can finish in less than 30 minutes. If you’re a beginner, these bloomers are a great place to start! #sewing
How to make your own peasant top pattern in any size
Learn how to make your own peasant top pattern in any size with this foolproof formula! No extensive knowledge about sewing or years of experience are required! This method requires little to no math and no body measurements. All you need is a short sleeve t-shirt with a regular fit, and you’ll be able to create different peasant top variations in length, volume, or neckline. #sewing #tutorial #DIY
Easy Paola Reina doll dress (+free pattern)
Learn to make a simple dress for your 12-inch Paola Reina doll with this free pattern and tutorial. This is a quick sewing project, easy to tackle even for someone who is just learning how to sew. #sewing #freepattern
How to make a simple skirt for beginners
Learn to quickly make a simple skirt with an elastic waistband with this free sewing tutorial. Follow these instructions and you’ll have in the end a fabulous little skirt that looks 100% professional! This skirt is great for your first sewing project. All you need to do is cut a rectangle, sew a few straight stitches, insert an elastic through the casing and that’s it.
DIY tulle scrunchies – step-by-step instructions
If you have tulle scraps lying around, you can make something cool out of them – tulle scrunchies! This is a cute accessory that can step up your ponytail or bun, whether it be for a special occasion or just to add glam to an everyday look. Here’s a quick and simple tutorial for how to sew your own tulle scrunchies.
The best sergers for beginners in 2022
A serger machine trims the raw edge of the fabric and encloses it inside a thread casing. The most important benefit of using a serger is that it gives your sewing projects a clean and professional look, while also strengthening the seam line. If you’re looking for the best sergers for beginners, this list will help you decide. The most reliable, easy to learn and use beginner-friendly overlock machines – you’ll find below my top 3 picks.
How to make scrunchies DIY tutorial
Learn how to make cute cotton scrunchies in five super simple steps with this sewing tutorial. Making scrunchies is one of the easiest and most fun introductions to sewing for beginners. You can have your own DIY scrunchie in 10 minutes, tops, from the moment you set foot in your sewing room. It’s a quick and straightforward project.
DIY long sleeve peasant top for little girls (+free pattern)
The free sewing pattern that you can download below is for a simple long sleeve peasant top. However, you can embellish your own blouse with bows, pockets, lace, rick-rack, buttons, contrasting band, a mini pom-pom hemline, or appliques. Learn to make a long sleeve peasant top for your little girl with this free pattern and tutorial. A great beginner sewing project – no buttons, no zippers, no stress.
Basic zipper pouch. A foolproof method for beginners
Learn how to make a lined zipper pouch with zipper tabs with these foolproof instructions for beginners. Zipper pouches are fun and practical and they’re so easy to make. After finishing this quick project, you’ll no longer be afraid of sewing zippers.
DIY rice hand warmers tutorial for beginners
DIY rice hand warmers tutorial. This super easy project is all just straight lines. You can make them in less than 5 minutes! I knew nothing about hand warmers until a few weeks ago when I stumbled upon some pictures on Pinterest which instantly drew my attention because it seemed such an easy and fun sewing project. But I had some questions and concerns – what fabrics can go in the microwave? What kind of rice is best for hand warmers, and how long do these stay hot?
DIY peasant top tutorial - the easiest shortcut everyone should know
Today I’m sharing a foolproof formula for making your own peasant top pattern, quick and easy, in any size you want. Once you get the hang of it, you’ll be able to create many pattern variations in length, volume, or neckline. A life-changing sewing skill you can learn in less than 15 minutes. Learn how to use a t-shirt to make your own peasant top pattern in 3 ridiculously simple steps.
How to make a pillowcase for beginners
Bring a pop of color into your home with this easy envelope pillowcase tutorial and free pattern. Learn how to make a beautiful pillow cover with French seams and a smart envelope closure. Making a pillowcase is the perfect beginner project!
DIY knot bow hair ties tutorial (+ free pattern)
Easy DIY knot bow hairband to make in under 15 minutes, even if you are a beginner! This free pattern and step-by-step tutorial include 3 different knot bow styles. Making hair accessories is so easy and fun! With my free pattern, you can create 3 different variations of these knot bows – I just can’t decide which one is the cutest!