In search of some new (and useful) projects to work on in the evenings or in the winter months? If you like sewing, then check out this list of free simple sewing patterns. Then fire up your sewing machine and start creating!
Free Simple Sewing Patterns
New to sewing? Check out my 7 Sewing Must-Haves List before you get started!
Patterns seem to be going up and up in price all the time at the store and it hardly makes it worth it to pay for the pattern, pay for the fabric, and take the time to make the project. But if you can get a pattern for free you’ll save about half the cost of the project.
So I’ve put together this list of free sewing patterns and tutorials for women, babies & kids, home decor, and other various accessories. Which of these projects do you think you will make first?
Free Simple Sewing Patterns For Women
Here are 20 free sewing patterns for women’s clothing and personal items. Free sewing patterns for everything from the classic little black dress to comfortable leggings for everyday wear, infinity scarves to clutches and bags!
Dresses
Wear Everywhere Knit Dress Pattern – So Sew Easy
Little Black Dress Pattern – So Sew Easy
The Perfect Wrap Dress Pattern – So Sew Easy
Easy Summer Dress Pattern – So Sew Easy
Bottoms
DIY Maxi Skirt Pattern – Little House Living
Custom Fit Leggings Pattern – So Sew Easy
Sew a Custom Fit Skirt Pattern – So Sew Easy
Custom Fir Pencil Skirt Pattern – So Sew Easy
Knit Fabric Skirt Pattern – Little House Living
Tops
Twist Front T-Shirt Pattern – So Sew Easy
Summer Drape Top Pattern – So Sew Easy
Double Layer Chiffon Blouse Pattern – So Sew Easy
Gathered Front Top Pattern – So Sew Easy
Accessories & Miscellaneous
Infinity Scarf Pattern – Little House Living
“Make it Yours” Clutch Bag – So Sew Easy
Easy Cosmetics Bag – So Sew Easy
Simple Scarf Sewing Tutorial – Purl Soho
Homemade Cloth Pads Tutorial and Pattern – Little House Living
Dish Towel Apron Tutorial – Little House Living
Fold Up Market Totes Pattern – Purl Soho
Free Simple Sewing Patterns For Babies and Kids
Babies and kids grow out of their clothes so quickly that clothing new can easily cost a fortune. Likewise, spit-up, food, dirt and sticky hands mean that we always seem to need extra bibs, blankets and other accessories on hand while we wait for the wash. Save money and always have what you need on hand by sewing your own baby items and kid’s clothing with these 14 free sewing patterns for babies and kids.
Clothing
Simple Toddler Nightgown – Huckleberry Love
Knit Baby Leggings – Made By Rae
Girl’s Upcycled Sweater Dress – It’s Always Autumn
Baby Peasant Dress Pattern – Sew Much Ado
Frozen-Inspired “Elsa” Dress – Fun With Little Ones
Summer Romper Pattern – Purl Soho
Baby Accessories
Baby Sling Pattern – Little House Living
Receiving Blanket Pattern – Little House Living
Diaper Clutch Tutorial – Crazy Little Projects
Towel Bib Pattern – Little House Living
Baby Bow Tie Pattern – Lemon Squeeze Home
Accessories
Felt Bear Mask – Huckleberry Love
Child’s Apron – Fleece Fun
Butterfly Hair Bows Tutorial – Make It Love It
Free Simple Sewing Patterns For the Home
If you’re looking for something unique for the home, why not make it instead? You can save a ton of money on home decor and other handmade items for the home by making them yourself. Here are 13 free sewing patterns for your home.
Quick & Easy Placemats Sewing Pattern – Little House Living
10-Minute Table Runner Sewing Pattern – Little House Living
DIY Cloth Napkins and Un-Paper Towels – Little House Living
Padded Wine Bag – So Sew Easy
Homemade Hand Warmers – Little House Living
Homemade Heating Pad Cover – Little House Living
Long Arm Oven Mitts – So Sew Easy
Super Easy Blanket Sewing Tutorial – Purl Soho
Pillowcases Sewing Pattern – Purl Soho
All American Pillows – Fleece Fun
Clever Scissors Pouch – So Sew Easy
Thankful Apron – Fleece Fun
Fabric Flowers Sewing Pattern – Little House Living
So many patterns, so little time!
Learning to sew is a great way to customize your clothing and other items and save money too! While it does cost a little bit to get started (if you don’t yet have a sewing machine or any supplies), for me it’s been well worth the up-front investment and has saved me so much money in the long term.
If you’re new to sewing and just building your supplies, or if you just want to know what I use, here’s a list of sewing supplies I would never be without!
- A sewing machine – I use this Brother Computerized Sewing Machine. It’s not too fancy, but it still has enough bells and whistles (and different stitches) even for a more advanced seamstress.
- Fabric – There are so many beautiful fabrics out there that it’s often hard to choose! You can get fabric from your local fabric store or purchase it online. I order my favorite fabrics from Fabric.com.
- Fabric scissors – If you plan on sewing a lot, it’s important to have a good pair of fabric scissors that don’t get used for anything else. You can find the right ones to fit your needs here.
- Pins & pin cushion – Having some pins and a pincushion to keep them in is a must even for the beginner. They’re well worth the few dollars they cost!
To read more about the sewing supplies that I use, check out this post.
And don’t forget to check out these other posts to help you get started on your next sewing project:
MORE Free Printable Sewing Patterns
Little Sewing Projects You Can Do In Your Spare Time
So? Which project will you try first?
This blog post with 45+ Free Simple Sewing Patterns was originally published on Little House Living in June 2014. It has been updated as of March 2019
Deby says
June 2, 2014 at 8:17 amAwesome list Merissa, thanks so much for putting this together for us. Makes it so easy to find your top choices all in one place.
heather says
June 2, 2014 at 8:42 amThis is a great list! i am going to try the Maxi skirt first
JOY says
June 2, 2014 at 10:16 amYou are “SEW” right. With all the free patterns out there, why buy one? Thank you for sharing you list. You’ve only scraped the surface. I might add, you’d better save the pattern files or webpage to your computer. Sometimes the sights go missing.
Elise says
June 3, 2014 at 7:53 amThanks for the list! I’m going through all the links for ladies dresses. So far I’m really liking the Easy Wrap Dress. I need a dress for a wedding, and it looks like I might be able to wear that one and still be able to nurse the baby. 🙂
Merissa says
June 3, 2014 at 7:54 amThat one is so cute isn’t it? I want to make one when I get some time one of these days!
Cynthia L says
June 3, 2014 at 8:10 amWhat a great list. I love sewing and as you said, it is more and more expensive to do. Thanks for all of the patterns!
Annie says
June 3, 2014 at 8:42 pmI am so happy that I found your site! Thank you so much for all the great info! Please keep up this excellent work 🙂 I enjoy so much of it!
Kristina & Millie says
June 3, 2014 at 8:54 pmGreat round up 🙂 Thanks for combining these in one spot for everyone!
Rachel Kathyg @ onlinesisterhood says
June 4, 2014 at 9:25 amWow! Thanks so much for sharing the lovely roundup! pinned. Found this morning at mama bzzz linky. Have a great week!
Samantha says
June 5, 2014 at 8:16 amOoh I definitely needed these! Thanks for sharing on Tips and Tricks!
Melissa French, The More With Less Mom says
June 5, 2014 at 7:52 pmWow, this is a great resource! I appreciate all the hard work! Thanks for sharing with Let’s Get Real (I’m co-hosting this week)!
Alicia Owen says
June 6, 2014 at 1:37 pmI would love to get better at sewing. It doesn’t help that every time I try our sewing machine decides to get jammed and just be a pain in the butt in general. Maybe my mom will let me use hers when we move. lol Thanks for sharing at the Pintastic Pinteresting Party. 🙂
Heather @ My Overflowing Cup says
June 6, 2014 at 2:43 pmWhat a great resource – thanks so much for sharing it! I would like to make the Maxi skirt. I’m pinning this for sure. Thanks, again.
Kandis says
June 6, 2014 at 3:35 pmI’ve been using cloth pads and panty liners for around 2 years and would never go back to store bought. They’re not only more comfortable but also saves a lot of money plus saves on the amount of trash that fills up junkyards/landfills. Whenever mine start to lose absorbency due to age, wear & tear, etc., I plan to just ad another layer and cover to them. I like the fact I can decide what length/width I want or need. Never put them in the dryer, I have a lil hanging rack with tiny plastic clothespins hooked on it to dry mine discretely.
Joy @ Yesterfood says
June 6, 2014 at 4:48 pmMerissa, these are some great lists! Thanks for putting these together- I’m so glad you shared them with us at Treasure Box Tuesday- pinned!! 🙂
Heather J. Carls says
June 7, 2014 at 3:07 pmThe patterns can be inexpensive if you shop at JoAnn’s and use the coupon’s you get in the mail to buy the patterns that are on sale. However, the fabric is ridiculously expensive. Even the fabric that is on clearance is still quite expensive. I am not that great of a sewer myself, so I just make little ‘crafty’ things with the fabric scraps that my Grandma gives me(she is a quilter) and use patterns I find on Pinterest. If the fabric and the patterns weren’t so bloody expensive, I would probably become a better sewer and make more stuff. It is a shame, really, because back in the day, woman were able to afford some fabric and patterns on any budget and now it is the complete opposite. Thanks for posting these though. These are really great resources. Have a great weekend 🙂
Jen says
November 20, 2014 at 9:29 amI agree that the price of fabric is really expensive at the fabric stores. I do shop second hand stores for fabric remnants, though. I wanted to do some embroidered towels for Christmas. At two different second hand stores, I found the perfect cotton fabric. I got several yards at each place for just a couple dollars. Now I have enough to make lots of them for practically nothing each. Fabric for things like the market tote or cosmetics bag is easy to find, too. And if your lucky maybe even something for a blouse or skirt. Check it out. It’s totally worth a few minutes to check there first.
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says
June 8, 2014 at 1:52 pmGreat list! Thanks for sharing at Freedom Fridays.
Kristina & Millie says
June 8, 2014 at 9:28 pmAwesome list! If you haven’t, I hope you will stop by our blog and link yourself to our “Share your Talent” directory.
Mel {MamaBuzz} says
June 9, 2014 at 11:16 amThis is an awesome selection of patterns, Merissa! Definitely want to check out the pattern for those Un-Paper Towels and other home items. Thanks so much for sharing on Inspire Me Wednesday. Featuring you in this week’s issue.
Jenny Layton says
June 10, 2014 at 7:52 pmThis is so great! Thanks for sharing all of these great patterns. And thanks for linking up to the Be.YOU.Tiful link party!
Easy Life Meal & Party Planning says
June 10, 2014 at 11:42 pmThank you for sharing this fabulous post on the Four Seasons Blog Hop! What a great collection of free sewing patterns. I checked some of them out and they are great and free to boot! We thought this was such a great resource for people that it is being featured on this week’s party! Congrats.
Terri Henkels
patricia says
September 16, 2014 at 3:43 pmgreat website but I have a question, I work at Walmart and we just got our fabric back after not having for several years. I am looking for simple ideas to show to beginning crafters and experienced crafters both and would like to display some of your ideas. I am not talking about giving out your patterns but I would like to be able to tell people where I got the ideas. Do I have your permission to do this?
Merissa says
September 16, 2014 at 5:04 pmOf course! You can simply refer them to site and tell them to search for free sewing patterns. We have a lot listed here that would be helpful. 🙂
Joan says
November 5, 2014 at 2:34 pmOmg THANK YOU! These are beautiful patterns.
Renee says
November 30, 2014 at 12:43 amThanks for the list! Can’t wait to try out a bunch of new baby patterns!
Ashley @ PioneerMomma.com says
December 8, 2014 at 12:35 amThank you so much for all of these! I am going to try the maxi skirt one first. I’ve recently found that I LOVE maxi skirts lol. Just stopping by to let you know that your post will be featured in tonight’s linkup! Pinned 🙂
Katie says
January 21, 2016 at 4:06 amGreat! Thanks for these… dying to get back into sewing
#brilliantblogpost
Rebecca says
January 25, 2016 at 10:28 amWow, what a great list of patterns. Thanks so very much. And you are right, patterns have gotten so pricey that I never buy them unless they are on sale. I pinned this post for later and will use a lot !!!!
Long Ladies says
January 27, 2016 at 11:34 amWhat an amazing list! How generous of you to provide these patterns, and for free! Thank you so much!
Diane | An Extraordinary Day says
January 28, 2016 at 9:28 pmSeeing all these great patterns reminds me that I really need to get back to sewing.
Thanks for sharing your terrific round-up with us at Project Inspire{d}!
Hope you have a great weekend. See you Monday?
Jennifer A says
February 2, 2016 at 9:02 pmWhat a great resource, thanks for sharing on the Homestead Blog Hop!
Sew My Place says
April 5, 2016 at 3:53 amExcellent list. Thanks so much for sharing.
Regards
Jan