People often tell me they'd like to learn how to sew, but don't really know where to start. I usually recommend that they get acquainted with their sewing machine by trying out a project with straight lines, like a pillow case, curtains or a simple skirt. Small, simple projects are rewarding because you can easily finish them up in an hour. Some of them even make great gifts!
Here's a list of some machine sewing projects for beginners.
Easy: Sew straight lines and learn to finish edges.
- 5-Minute Tank Top Tote: Sew one straight line, and you've made a purse.
- Bandana Table Runner: This is a 15-minute sewing project. Just sew a few straight lines, and you'll feel like Martha Stewart.
- Pocket Tissue Cover: Master this, and you can move on to pillows. Make up a bunch in different colors and give out as stocking stuffers.
- Envelope Pillow Cover: Great beginner project, and it's a video tutorial. This is like the pocket tissue cover, but all grown up.
- Fabric gift/favor bags: Use up fabric scraps and make a gift wrap your friends won't want to throw away.
- Eye Pillow: Learn to sew on a curve while using a simple pattern.
- Easy Fabric Cuff: This project will let you explore those fancy stitches your machine has.
- T-shirt Pillowcase: This project will teach you how to insert a zipper, and you can recycle a favorite t-shirt in the process.
- Coffee Cup Sleeve: This project will introduce you to fusible interfacing (which makes fabric sturdier), so grab your iron.You can substitute for fusible fleece.
- 10-Minute Fabric Headband: Great tutorial, and a fun way to use scrap fabrics. You'll need elastic for this one.
- Six Gore Skirt: Once you take your measurements, use a paper grocery bag to draw out your pattern. This is a challenging project for beginners, but not too difficult.
- Lined Cell Phone Cozy: Get out your interfacing and some fabric scraps. Once you've mastered this project, you'll be ready to try a lined purse or tote.
- Yoga Mat Bag: Ommmmm. A bit challenging for the beginner, but you'll feel proud after the bag is complete.
- Tiny Tote Bag with Pocket: Learn to add a strap and pocket to your purses.
If you have suggestions for the list or know of a great tutorial for beginners, please leave me a comment!
Cool! I haven't sewn since home-ec 10 years ago, but I recently inherited an old table machine and can't wait to get back into it. This will defiantly help! Thanks, Chris.
ReplyDeleteI was looking for a simple sewing project for my MOMS Club, and this made it so easy. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHey...I am a beginner sewer and looove your site. I have a newbie question however...Is there a way after you have made your lined tote bag to back and box the bottom or corners...thanks!
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