30 Fun Sewing Projects for Kids to Sew
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Teach kids how to sew with these sewing projects for kids! These beginners sewing projects make sewing fun and easy!
Do you have a child wanting to learn to sew? Learning the basics with these fun and easy sewing projects can be a great way to learn and improve their sewing!
I’ve put a big list of easy beginner sewing projects that are great for kids. It’s never to late to learn, and there’s something fun and interesting for everyone on this list!
What makes a sewing project good for kids?
Look for sewing projects with lots of straight lines. Straight lines are the easiest seam to sew, and it’s good for beginners to practice.
Look for sewing projects that use either quilting cotton, the best beginner sewing woven fabric, or cotton spandex jersey, the best beginner sewing knit fabric. Fleece fabric is another great fabric for beginners to work with.
Look for sewing projects that use a smaller amount of fabric since less fabric means smaller seams.
What is a PDF sewing pattern?
A PDF pattern is a sewing pattern designed on the computer and organized so that it can be printed on several letter or A4 size pieces of paper.
I love using PDF sewing patterns because if the pattern gets ruined or if my children or I changed sizes, I can always print it again. It’ll never be destroyed since I have a digital version!
How do you use a PDF sewing pattern?
Open the PDF on a computer and click print. When printing make sure that the scaling is set to 100% or no scaling so that the pattern prints at the correct size.
Once the pattern is printed it can be taped together to get the full size. Then the pattern can be cut for each pattern piece size or individual sizes can be traced so that the pattern can be used again and again. Learn how to use PDF sewing patterns.
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Sewing Projects for Kids
How to Sew a Luggage Handle Cover
Learn how to sew a luggage handle cover with a beginner sewing project. Make it easier to identify your luggage while traveling.
Sweet Baby Doll Basket Sewing Pattern
Make a kids toy with the Baby Doll Basket Sewing Pattern. This beginning sewing project is a great toy for kids that love dolls or stuffies.
Free Envelope Sewing Pattern
Learn how to make a fabric envelope with a free sewing pattern. This beginner sewing project is fun for kids or for Valentine’s day.
How to Make a Playing Card Holder
Learn how to make a playing card holder to make it easier for kids to hold cards. This beginner sewing project is a great handmade gift.
Free Fleece Hat Pattern
Learn how to make a winter fleece hat with a free sewing pattern. This pattern comes in child, teen, and adult sizes for the whole family.
How to Turn a Men’s Shirt to Skirt
Learn how to make a men’s shirt into a skirt. This upcycling project is quick and easy, and you keep the curved hem and button front!
Upcycled DIY Bike Bag
Learn how to make a DIY bike bag by upcycling the leg of a pair of pants. This sewing project is quick and easy, and it holds all the essentials on your bike!
DIY Tic Tac Toe Travel Game
Learn how to make tic tac toe travel game with felt and a drawstring bag. This beginner sewing project is a great for the car and airplane.
Free Tablet (and book!) Bean Bag Pattern
Learn how to make a book or tablet bean bag with a free sewing pattern. This beginning sewing project is a useful handmade gift.
Upcycled DIY Water Bottle Holder
Learn how to make a DIY water bottle holder by upcycling a pair of pants. Reuse the hem for quicker sewing for this easy, summer sewing project!
DIY Upcycled T-Shirt Backpack
Learn how to upcycle a t-shirt into a backpack. This is a great beginner sewing project to make a simple backpack! Little kids love backpacks.
How to Make a Skirt from a Scarf
Learn how to make a skirt from a scarf. Use an infinity scarf, rectangle scarf, or a square scarf to make children’s skirts. I love upcyling to make something amazing like turning a scarf into a skirt.
How to Sew DIY Hand Warmers
Learn how to sew DIY hand warmers with flannel fabric. It’s easy to make several, fill them up with rice, and give them as handmade gifts.
Mini Felt Mermaid Softie + Free Pattern
Learn how to make a mini felt mermaid softie with a free sewing pattern! This is a great stuffed mermaid that can be carried in purses and pockets to play!
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 Fleece Blanket: 6 Different Ways
Learn how to make a DIY fleece blanket six different ways. Each version is a finish for the sides and is either a sew or no-sew tutorial.
DIY Slippers with Fleece Fabric
Learn how to make DIY slippers out of fleece fabric. Add pompoms or tassels to this one-seam sewing project. It’s a quick and easy gift.
Make a Pillowcase with the Burrito Method
Learn how to make a pillowcase with the burrito method. This is a great beginner sewing project, and it makes a great gift for kids!
Easy Bookmarks to Sew with a Free Pattern
Check out these easy bookmarks to sew with a free sewing pattern. These four bookmarks use scraps of fabric for a quick beginner sewing project!
DIY Fat Quarter Skirt for Little Girls
Learn how to make a DIY fat quarter skirt for little girls. It’s fast, easy, it’s a great scrap fabric project, and would make an adorable gift!
How to Sew a Drawstring Bag
Learn how to sew a drawstring bag with a free drawstring bag sewing pattern. It can be changed to any size, and it can hold so many different things.
Free Mitten Sewing Pattern for Fleece
Learn how to make fleece mittens with a free sewing pattern. It comes in children, teen, and adult sizes and is a great handmade gift!
Free Dog Bandana Pattern
Learn how to make a dog accessory with a free dog bandana sewing pattern. This beginner sewing project is a great way to use up fabric scraps!
Free Chapstick Holder Keychain Pattern
With this free chapstick holder keychain pattern, make a cute keychain to hold your lip balm or chapstick to clip onto your purse or backpack.
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!
DIY Reusable Water Balloons
Learn how to make DIY reusable water balloons using sponges and scraps of fleece fabric. It’s a quick summer sewing project that is fun to play with!
Free Popsicle Holder Sewing Pattern
Learn how to make a popsicle holder with a free sewing pattern. There’s a mermaid tail, shark, sword hilt, and a simple rectangle.
Free Scrunchie Sewing Pattern
Learn how to make a DIY scrunchie with a free printable scrunchie PDF sewing pattern. Use cotton or silk for an easy sewing project!
How to Make a Cape from a T-Shirt
Learn how to make a cape from a t-shirt for the easiest DIY cape! Add Velcro to the neck for an easy on and off option.
Free Tote Bag Sewing Pattern
Learn how to make a tote bag with a free sewing pattern. This beginner sewing pattern is a great way to carry all your essentials.
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!
I believe small sewing moments can create great joy. Find your own “right” way to sew. -Heather
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