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Summer Sewing Projects

Make one of these great summer sewing projects for all the fun activities you’ll be doing like swimming, biking, hiking, and exploring! There’s something for everyone to make!

I love summertime and having my kids home from school. We have so much fun playing, hiking, swimming, and biking.

I’ve put a big list together of all the things you can sew for the summer! Each sewing project is something that will help you or something lightweight you can wear. A lot of these have free PDF sewing patterns to help you make it!

Which one is your favorite?

how to sew a steering wheel cover
Sewing Projects and Tutorials

How to Sew a Steering Wheel Cover

Learn how to sew a steering wheel cover for temperature protection and a nice look. This beginner sewing project is great for any vehicle. Does your steering wheel ever get…

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Fun 4th of July Sewing Projects
Holiday Sewing Projects

15 Spectacular 4th of July Sewing Projects

Get ready for a great summer with these fun 4th of July sewing projects! Start working on them now so they’ll be ready for Independence day! It’s always fun to…

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Free Fabric Firework Sewing Pattern
Free Sewing Patterns | Holiday Sewing Projects

Fantastic Free Fabric Firework Sewing Pattern

Learn how to sew a fabric firework decoration with a free sewing pattern. This beginner sewing project is perfect for the 4th of July and summer. Do you have a…

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garden kneeler sewing pattern
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How to Make a Garden Kneeler + Sewing Pattern

Learn how to make a garden kneeler with a useful sewing pattern. This beginner sewing project makes gardening comfortable and easy on knees. I love having fresh vegetables from my…

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popsicle holder free sewing pattern
Free Sewing Patterns

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. It’s that time of the summer when…

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how to sew a swimming suit
Sewing 101

14 Tips: How to Sew a Swimming Suit

Use these tips to learn how to sew a swimming suit. Once you know the way to sew swim stretch fabric you can make any suit. I remember taking a…

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DIY Car Trash Can
Free Sewing Patterns

Keep Your Car Clean with a DIY Car Trash Can

Make it easier to keep your car clean with a DIY car trash can. This beginner sewing project is simple with a free sewing pattern! Keeping my car clean is…

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diy harvest apron
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Easy DIY Harvest Apron

Learn how to make an easy DIY harvest apron for the garden. It works as an apron, and it can turn into a bag for carrying all your produce. I…

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reusable bowl cover
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DIY Reusable Bowl Covers

Sew these reusable bowl covers for any bowl or casserole dish. These are a great scrap fabric project, and they can be easily washed! I’m so excited for picnics and…

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DIY Convertible Towel Bag
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DIY Convertible Towel Bag

Stop dropping your towel when you have so much to carry and make a DIY convertible towel bag instead! The towel converts to a backpack and then back to a…

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reusable snack pouches sew
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DIY Reusable Snack Pouches

It’s easy to bring snacks for kids (or yourself) with these DIY reusable snack pouches! Use waterproof fabric to make them easy to clean! I love being out and doing…

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diy reusable water balloons
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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! It’s getting to…

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Free Bucket Hat Sewing Pattern
Free Sewing Patterns

Free Bucket Hat Sewing Pattern

Learn how to make a bucket hat with a free sewing pattern in baby, child, and adult sizes. This beginner sewing project is great for summer! Summer is here, and…

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How to Dye a Swimsuit
Refashion

How to Dye a Swimsuit

Learn how to dye a swimsuit and see the three swimsuits I have dyed. This quick change is a great way to get a “new” swimming suit. I love sewing…

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ice cream pint cozy sewing pattern
Free Sewing Patterns

Free Ice Cream Pint Cozy Sewing Pattern

Learn how to make a ice cream pint cozy with a free sewing pattern. Keep ice cream cold and hands warm while you enjoy a summer treat. Ice cream is…

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    • Sewing 101
    • Easy Gifts to Sew
    • Baby Sewing Projects
    • Holiday Sewing Projects
      • Valentine Sewing Projects
      • Summer Sewing Projects
      • 4th of July Sewing Projects
      • Back to School Sewing Projects
      • Fall Sewing Projects
      • Halloween Sewing Projects
      • Christmas Sewing Projects
    • Home Sewing Projects
    • Clothing Alterations
    • DIY Costumes
    • Refashion
    • Upcycling
  • Free Sewing Patterns
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    • Free Baby Sewing Patterns
    • Free Christmas Sewing Patterns
    • Free Halloween Sewing Patterns
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