26 Jersey Knit Sewing Projects • Heather Handmade

Get inspired to sew with these jersey knit sewing projects. Learn and improve your stretch skills with either a sewing machine or serger.

I was one of the few people that learned to sew knit fabric before woven fabric. I had sewn with woven fabric first, and I kind of hated it. Eventually I learned to sew all types of fabric, but I still love sewing with knit fabric.

The best knit fabrics to start with is jersey knit like cotton spandex jersey or double brushed polyester jersey. All of these projects are used with one of these two fabrics (or variations of them), so you can get sewing knit fabric!

What is Jersey Knit Fabric?

Jersey knit fabric is yarns or threads looped around each other. When the fabric is pulled the the loops pull against each other. The space in between creates space for the fabric to move and stretch.

Jersey fabric comes in all weights and stretches. It can be made from lots of different fibers and fiber blends. Clothing made from jersey is more often tight and fitted. Some of them don’t drape that well, but it really depends on the fabric.

Do you love to sew? Try some of these other projects:

Jersey Knit Sewing Projects

Tips for Sewing Jersey Knit Fabric

Learn how to sew knit fabric with these 16 sewing tip, tricks, and techniques. Sewing stretchy fabric can be easy and fun!

How to Sew Knit Fabric with a Sewing Machine

Learn how to sew knit fabric with these 16 sewing tip, tricks, and techniques. Sewing stretchy fabric can be easy and fun!

Free Headband Sewing Patterns

Learn how to make a headband with one of these free headband PDF sewing patterns. This beginner sewing project comes in five styles and five sizes! Make one of these fun headbands in all the sizes: baby, toddler, child, teen, and adult. I love making headbands for gifts like for babies and girls. There are

DIY Knit Headband Tutorial

Learn how to make a DIY knit headband with scraps of knit fabric! It’s a great beginner sewing project that makes a really cute handmade accessory! When I workout or clean the house, it’s easier if I keep my hair out of my face. I love having a cute knit headband to put on that

Free Half Circle Skirt Pattern

Make a gorgeous DIY half circle skirt with a free sewing pattern! Learn how to measure yourself, use those measurements to create a sewing pattern that fits your body, and then sew it. My favorite skirt is a versatile skirt that’s easy to wear and this free half circle skirt pattern fits all my requirements.

How to Hem Knit Fabric: 3 Ways

Learn how to hem knit fabric three different ways and which one is my favorite. Each works for different fabric for the perfect hem. I have been sewing with knits for a long time. I fell in love with knits when I was still in college and realized how forgiving sewing with knits was, and

DIY Hair Towel Wrap with Jersey Knit

Learn how to make a DIY hair towel wrap with jersey knit fabric and a free sewing pattern. It’s great for plopping wet hair up on your head! I’m often in a hurry whenever I get out of the shower with wet hair. Kids need to get to school, and my husband needs to get

DIY Infinity Scarf with a Pocket

Learn how to make a DIY infinity scarf with a pocket perfect for giving. Use an invisible zipper for this sewing project for a hidden pocket! Have you ever needed a pocket but you weren’t wearing anything with pockets and couldn’t carry a bag? Have you ever needed a pocket that was hidden and secret?

Free Baby Leggings Pattern

Learn how to make baby leggings with a free sewing pattern. Use either knit fabric or an adult t-shirt for a quick baby sewing project. Baby leggings were one of my favorite things for my babies to wear, and sewing leggings is one of my favorite things to make for babies. They are quick and

Leather Wrapped Infinity Scarf Tutorial

Learn how to make an infinity scarf with a leather wrapped detail to hide the seam. This beginner sewing project is perfect for winter! I thought I was done with my son’s fall/winter collection, but sneaking in at the end I made him a dapper holiday outfit. Along with his great outfit, I made a

How to Make a Square Hem Circle Skirt

Learn how to make a square hem circle skirt with knit fabric. It’s a quick sew skirt with two seams, so it’s a perfect beginner sewing project! I love wearing circle skirts because they are beautiful, and I love making circle skirts because they are so easy. The marking and cutting is the longest part

How to Add a Side Pocket to Leggings

Learn how to add a side pocket to leggings perfect for a phone. Leg pockets are my favorite pocket to have on leggings! One of my favorite things to do while working out is listen to music or an audiobook, so I always need my phone with me. And lets be honest, I often wear

Sew a Robe Without a Sewing Pattern

Learn how to sew a robe without a sewing pattern using your measurements! This robe is easy to make and cozy to wear, and it’s perfect for gifts! I love waking up and immediately putting on a snuggly robe. I wear a lightweight knit knee length robe in the summertime and a heavier french terry

How to Make a Bow Headband

Learn how to make a bow headband with knit fabric. This beginner sewing project makes a great gift and it’s so cute and useful! I use a headband when I wash my face, when I go running, when I put my hair in a shower cap, when I do yard work, and when I clean

Free Pencil Skirt Pattern

Learn how to make a free pencil skirt pattern with the easiest no hem tutorial. Use your measurements to for your own custom pencil skirt. A knit pencil skirt is a really simple shape and with this free pencil skirt pattern, it’s really simple to sew because there’s no hem to sew! You can sew

How to Make a Duster Cloth

Learn how to make a duster to keep your space dust free. This DIY dusting cloth is an easy beginner sewing project. When I was young, my favorite chore was dusting because it was so quick and easy. To encourage myself and my kids to do our dusting chores, I’ve sewn some dusters with some

How to Add Cuffs to Pajama Pants

Learn how to add cuffs to pajama pants. The knit fabric cuffs will lengthen any pajama pants that are made from woven or knit fabric.

How to Make an Infinity Scarf

Learn how to make an infinity scarf with knit fabric. This beginner sewing project makes a great accessory and a great handmade gift! I love wearing a scarf in the winter to keep my neck warm. It’s so fun to have colorful and pretty scarves that work with my coats and jackets. Infinity scarves are

How to Sew a Twisted Headband: Two Ways

Learn how to sew a twisted headband two different ways. Use knit fabric for a quick and easy sewing project that makes a great gift! It’s great having a headband to keep your hair out of your face and the cuter the better. I’ve made a simle knit headband with a little knot that I

How to Add a Back Pocket to Leggings

Learn how to add a pocket to leggings to hold your phone or keys. It’s annoying not having pockets, and this is a simple way to add a center back waistband pocket.

Free Draped Cardigan Sewing Pattern

With this free draped cardigan sewing pattern you can make a cardigan the is adjustable for any size that is perfect for traveling. Have you ever wanted to wrap yourself in a blanket? Or wear a blanket all day? Well this draped cardigan tutorial is for you. Not only is it a gorgeous draped cardigan,

DIY One Seam Wrap Skirt + Free Pattern

Use this tutorial to make your own one seam wrap skirt! It’s fast and easy to sew, and there’s no flashing! This skirt is so adjustable that it can fit lots of sizes, and you can still fit in it if you’re changing sizes! It’s really quick because there is only ONE SEAM to sew,

How to Cut Leggings into Shorts

Learn how to cut leggings into shorts. If your leggings have holes in the knees this is a great way to still use them as shorts!

DIY Kid Infinity Scarf Tutorial

Learn how to make a DIY kid infinity scarf with this simple sewing tutorial. It's a great beginner sewing project that keeps children warm!

diy easy circle skirt free sewing pattern

Free Circle Skirt Pattern

Skirts are so easy to make. Use this easy circle skirt tutorial and free sewing pattern to make your own custom circle skirt! Whenever it starts to warm up I get an itch for a change in my wardrobe and especially for a fun Spring skirt. Maybe it’s the warm weather and flowers popping up

FREE 18 mos Babydoll Top Pattern

Make an adorable top for you baby with this babydoll tee pattern. It’s a free sewing pattern that only uses one fat quarter of fabric! Have you ever tried sewing something from a fat quarter of knit fabric? Or do you have knit remnants that are big enough to be saved but you struggle to

Easy DIY Fabric Pumpkins

Learn how to make easy DIY fabric pumpkins using knit fabric. This fabric pumpkin pattern uses one piece of fabric and ribbon for the stem. I love decorating with fabric pumpkins in the fall. They are so cute and plump and fun. I have made lots of different DIY fabric pumpkins over the year, and

If you make something using this sewing project, I’d love to see! Please share it on social media with the hashtag #heatherhandmade and tag me!