If you’ve been bitten by the crafting bug then just know, you’re not alone! We’ve all been there! Whether you’re jumping on the new-year-new-me wagon, or you’ve learned to craft and don’t know where to begin, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve rounded up some of the internet’s top tutorials for beginners to get you on the sewing bandwagon.
From purses to poufs and cushions to clutches we have a project for everyone. Perfect for if you are a beginner and are just starting out, or even if you’re a little more intermediate but want something that will give you instant gratification, these projects will get you well on your way. So grab your craft supplies and let’s get creative. Click on the photos to be directed to the tutorial!
1. Fabric Gift Bags
In a world full of waste, ditch the disposables and make your very own fabric gift bags.
2. Present Pouch
Got a couple of smaller gifts that you want to pop into your gift bag? Rather than wrap them individually, make your own present pouches!
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3. Drawstring Bag
These drawstring bags are so versatile. From little toiletry bags to something much bigger, they can be used as gift bags, or even to pop a change of undies and a toothbrush in as a little overnight bag.
4. Jewelry Box
Giving someone some jewelry as a gift and aren’t sure how to wrap it? Don’t worry, we have a tutorial for that too!
5. Coin Purse
If your pockets are always full of loose change, or you spend your time digging around at the bottom of your handbag for coins, consider making your very own coin purse.
6. Clasp Purse
This clasp purse is great for coins, jewelry, or any other little things you need to keep together. This little beauty is lined as well if you’re feeling a little adventurous.
7. Clutch Bag
Accessorize with this envelope clutch. This clutch bag tutorial comes with both a video tutorial and a step-by-step written guide and acts as a fantastic introduction to zippers! The bag is lined too – super durable. Go bold and contrasting or cute and complimentary and really make this your own.
8. Crossbody Bag
Choose your own look with this crossbody bag. Whether it’s for your loose change at the farmers market or your sunglasses for a summer trip.
9. Drawstring Backpack
This is a great project that only takes around half an hour, so you can even get the little ones involved – better still, this makes for a great gym bag or overnight bag for when they have sleepovers with their friends.
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10. Tote Bag
Skip the plastic bag and create your very own tote. You can use whatever fabric you like and make this bright and bubbly, or sophisticated and swanky – the choice is yours!
11. Shopping Bag Holder
Got a lifetime supply of plastic bags under your sink? Well, now you can keep them organized with your very own shopping bag holder.
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12. Reusable Snack Baggie
Bear in mind that to make this one food-safe, you will need to use a specific fabric (details in the tutorial). But say goodbye to disposable food bags with this homemade beauty!
13. Drinks Koozie
Drink koozies are great if you’ve got something that’s too hot or too cold. You could even measure out a to-go cup and save yourself from using those throwaway cardboard ones.
14. Bowl Cover
In essence, this is a shower cap for your bowls! Perfect to keep flies off your picnic, cover your bread dough while it proofs, or even to transport a ready-made dish. Bonus: it’s washable so it doesn’t matter if you get a little food on it.
Tutorial by A Kitschy Kitchen
15. Pan Handle Cover
It doesn’t matter if you want to stop yourself from burning your hands, or you just want to brighten up your pots and pans. You might even just want to be able to tell which pan is which with nothing but a cursory glance. Either way, this tutorial has you covered.
16. Microwaveable Potato Bag
HOT POTATO! This microwave potato cooker will stop your potatoes from drying out if you’re cooking them the quick way (in the microwave) because let’s face it, we don’t always have a spare two hours to cook a potato.
17. Oven Mitts
What better way to make sure that you don’t burn your hands when you’re cooking than with a set of DIY oven mitts? Check out how with this fab tutorial.
18. Napkins
Napkins are wonderful ways to set a theme throughout a dinner party, or a more environmentally friendly way to clean up after a big family dinner. Make your own and you can always ensure that they match your decor perfectly.
19. Fabric Roses
Sometimes it’s nice to make things just because. This fabric rose tutorial is exactly one of those things. They’re beautiful and so much easier to keep alive than a real houseplant.
20. Coasters
These cute little fabric coasters are great for protecting your surfaces without having them stick to the bottom of your cups (or is it just me with that problem?). Check out this tutorial to find out how to make your own.
21. Cushion Cover
Cushion covers can really pull a room together, but sometimes finding the perfect set to match your home decor is a task and a half in itself. This handy tutorial shows you how you can make your own, in any fabric that you can get your hands on.
22. Starfish Cushions
Sometimes a square cushion just doesn’t quite cut it… These starfish cushions allow you to mix and match patterns and have something a little different.
23. Vintage Pillowcases
Why not take your crafty creations upstairs to the bedroom? These vintage pillowcases add a touch of that quaint little cottage atmosphere and are great to add the perfect finishing touch.
24. Pillow Bed Chair
There are no two ways about it, this pillow bed chair is genius. It’s compact, comfortable, and can be used for when your little ones have friends over, when they’re watching movies, reading a bedtime story, or pretty much anything to be honest.
25. Reversible Bean Bag
Let’s face it, beanbags are fun at any age. Once you go reversible bean bag, you never go back. That’s how the saying goes, right?
26. Hammock Chair
This hammock chair is a wonderful idea. Make it as a feature for a kid’s room, or as the perfect sipping-coffee-on-the-front-porch chair.
27. Pouf
Whether you want something to prop your feet up on in the evening or an extra seat that doesn’t look out of place when not in use, this pouf ticks all the boxes. Check out this tutorial on how to make your own.
28. Car Seat Cover
This car seat cover is a great ally when you have young children. Keep the buzzing bugs and bright sunlight off their prescious little faces with a creation of your own.
29. Roll-Up Picnic Blanket
It’s a bag! No, it’s a pillow! No, it’s a blanket! Actually, it’s all of the above. What more could you want?
30. Double-Sided Elastic Headband
If you get a headache just thinking about those hard plastic headbands, then this one’s for you.
31. Baby Bobble Hats
Tiny babies in bobble hats have to be one of the cutest things I’ve ever seen. Beat the boring plain colors and make your own with this simple step-by-step tutorial.
32. Double Layer Skirt
This stunning skirt is everything I think I could have wanted when I was a little girl. It’s the perfect spinning skirt!
33. Heathered Kimono
Kimonos are one of those things that never truly seems to go out of fashion. This tutorial was written by a beginner sewer to be accessible to everyone, so what’s stopping you?
34. PJ Bottoms
This tutorial beautifully explains how to make an amazing pair of pajama bottoms – get this – at a beginner’s level! If you’re not as excited about this as we are, then we can’t help!
Tutorial by Makers Gonna Learn
35. Maxi Dress
A maxi dress is perfect for the summertime and this one is partially made from a t-shirt, so half of the work is done for you! Check out this tutorial on how to make your own lightweight, breezy maxi dress.
36. Caftan
This caftan has only three seams and no hemming! This makes it both perfect for beginners as well as being super stylish. Check out the tutorial below for more details.
37. T-Shirt
Learn how to make your very own t-shirt and grab yourself a sneak peek at the Bags of Love production department in this double-whammy video. What more could you ask for?
38. Minidress
The opposite of the maxi dress – the minidress. This amazing tutorial from the Victoria and Albert Museum shows you how to make your own minidress, and better yet, it has a super-cute collar AND POCKETS!!
39. Bralette
This tutorial shows you how to make two different bralette styles which look so professional but are super simple to make. If you don’t have a sewing machine, this can be hand sewn!
40. Bunting
Okay, so, this is definitely labeled as Christmas bunting, but, hear us out here. Bunting is for life, not just for Christmas! You can use whatever colors and designs you like and say goodbye to the seasonality.
41. Winter Warmer
This microwavable pillow is perfect for those nights where the weather is getting colder. An alternative to a hot water bottle and ideal for those winter aches and pains, make yours with this simple tutorial.
42. Business Card Holder
A business card holder that is handmade by you is so wonderful. Even more so if your business is that of the crafty kind. Check out this tutorial on how to make yours.
43. Passport Holder
Create your own passport holder and to keep your passport (and any other travel documents) safe and sound. The great part about making it yourself is that you can adjust to fit exactly what you want in there.
44. Fabric Pencil Case
One of the best things about crafting at home is that you can create something useful. Check out this pencil case tutorial and get yourself organized – well, at least try before you become overrun with craft supplies!
45. Cable Holders
Raise your hand if you have too many cables and they’re all getting tangled! Make your own cable holders with this tutorial and say hello to a tangle-free life.
46. Earphone Holder
You can even take it yet another step further with this cute little headphone pouch. With the handy split ring, you can even attach it to your handbag or keys for easy access when you’re out and about.
47. Phone Charging Station
If you’ve caught yourself tripping over your phone cable one too many times, this is for you. Simply plug your phone in, pop it in the holder and worry no more.
48. Christmas Stocking
Is Christmas even Christmas without a stocking? We don’t think so! Get your hands on a Bags of Love exclusive pattern and make yours along with us with this Christmas stocking tutorial.
49. Cat Hammock
We don’t even have to explain this one. Make your kitty a comfy place to ‘hang out’ with a step-by-step tutorial on how to make your very own cat hammock.
50. Dog Bed
At Bags of Love, we cater to your canine comrades as much as we do the feline friends. This tutorial explains how to make your very own dog bed that will go with any room.
51. Pet Bandana
This pet bandana is frankly too cute (and too easy!) not to make! You can also resize slightly for dolls, babies and you know, different sized pets! Go crazy with the print and make a complete bandana collection.
52. Hanging Towel
We just love the idea of these hanging towels! No more folding your towel over the oven door handle for it to be on the floor the next time you turn around. This super cute design makes for a fab gift too!
52 Sewing Tutorials
So, there you have it, 52 different sewing tutorials. If you’ve mastered all of these, then you’ve graduated from beginner status. Give yourself a pat on the back and advance to intermediate.
When choosing the fabric for your craft projects, finding the print that is just right doesn’t always come easy. Why not print your own? This personal touch will make your projects really you. As well as making for great gift ideas too.
