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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?
Learn how to make a DIY swimsuit cover up perfect for hot summer days. Match the fabric to your swimsuit, and wear it to the beach or poolside! Last month we had a trip planned, so I made this fun DIY swimsuit cover up to wear to the beach. I love sharing tutorials and seeing…
Use this free mermaid tote bag pattern to make a trick-or-treat bag! It’s the perfect addition to a ocean-inspired costume or pretend play! I love adding a little bit of animal whimsy to everyday things. I’ve always been an animal lover, and I love using it in my sewing projects. I had the idea for…
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 towel! I love summertime and being in and around the water. I’m usually carrying so much stuff that I make my kids carry their own…
Use the free baby shorts pattern and free baby bloomers pattern to make upcycled shorts! Reuse the hem of any shirt or patterns for a fast sewing project! I’ve got a treat for you today! Now that it’s hot most days, I’m ready for baby legs. Meaning I’m ready for a free baby shorts sewing…
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 potlucks this summer. I often forget to buy plastic wrap, so these reusable bowl covers are so handy to have! I also love using up…
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 activities with my kids. I feel like it’s easier to focus on them and enjoy them when I’m not focused on things that need to…
Learn how to make a US state map quilt with states sewn in the shape of a heart. Cut the US state patchwork pieces with the Cricut Maker for an easy, fast quilt! Map quilts are so beautiful and interesting, and I really appreciate the work that goes into one. I wanted to make one…
Learn how to applique on stretch fabric. This sewing technique works great for knit fabric. It’s easy as long as you have the right supplies! I am so excited to show you my latest swimsuit. This is something based on an idea I have had for over a decade, and I finally created it. I…
Learn how to upcycle denim shorts for kids using adult pants or shorts. It’s the best quick sewing project for kids’ clothes! Shorts are a summer staple. Especially when my kids go through a couple in a day. They get dirty or change for swimming or whatever. They need lots of shorts in their wardrobe….
Learn how to make boy’s swim trunks using two unique Simplicity sewing patterns and the Cricut Maker. The cutting machine cuts your summer sewing project! This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. Summer is coming, and it’s time to think about swimsuits! I…
I really loved the fabric, but it’s starting to feel girly. I’m so pale that from a distance it blends in with my skin, so I look like I have nothing on. I’ve never dyed a synthetic fabric before so I thought I’d learn how to dye a swimsuit with this swimsuit. I made this swimsuit…