20 Thanksgiving Sewing Projects for Baking and Gathering

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Get inspired to make one of these Thanksgiving sewing projects. These beginner sewing projects are useful for the kitchen and a big dinner.
Are you getting excited about Thanksgiving dinner and all the baking, eating, and visiting? Thanksgiving is such a fun time of year centered around food, friends, and family.
I put a list of sewing projects together that are all centered around baking, the kitchen, and a decorating the table. There are so many useful sewing projects that I use regularly. Let’s get started!

Some of these projects are for decorating the table and some of these projects are for protecting surfaces from hot pots and pans. Some of these projects are super useful in the kitchen, and some of these projects would be great for big family dinners!

Do you love to sew? Check out some of these great sewing projects:
- Beginner sewing projects
- Kitchen sewing projects
- Quilting cotton sewing projects
- Halloween sewing projects
- Home sewing projects
- Fall sewing projects

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. Learn how to use PDF sewing patterns.

Thanksgiving Sewing Projects
Free Pot Holder Sewing Pattern: Circle and Square
Learn how to sew a pot holder with a free sewing pattern in a circle and square shape. This beginner sewing project is useful and cute in the kitchen.
Free Casserole Carrier Sewing Pattern
Learn how to make a casserole carrier with a free sewing pattern. This beginner sewing project keeps food warm and is a great handmade gift.
DIY Felt Leaf Placemats
Learn how to make DIY felt leaf placemats with a double layer of felt in the shape of a maple leaf. This fall sewing project is a great table decoration.
How to Make a Sweater Pumpkin
Learn how to make a sweater pumpkin by upcycling sweater sleeves into pumpkins. This fall sewing project is cute and easy.
Free Casserole Hot Pad Pattern for Protecting Surfaces
Learn how to make a casserole hot pad with a free sewing pattern. This large hot pad protects surfaces and makes a great handmade gift.
DIY Cloth Napkins for Pretty Tables
Learn how to make DIY cloth napkins like linen, cotton, and silk. This beginner sewing project is reusable and washable for the table.
How to Sew a Table Runner
Learn how to sew a simple table runner with cotton fabric and trim. Make one for everyday or for holiday decorating, and give it as a handmade gift.
Free Adjustable Apron Sewing Pattern with Pockets
Learn how to sew an adjustable apron with a free sewing pattern. This kitchen sewing project is easy, quick, and can fit a lot of people.
Free Hanging Kitchen Towel Sewing Pattern
Make a beginner sewing project with this free hanging kitchen towel sewing pattern. Use a towel or quilting cotton for an easy gift to sew!
DIY Quilted Pie Table Topper
Learn how to make a DIY quilted pie with a free hexagon table topper quilt pattern. Choose all your favorite slice of pie flavors and designs!
DIY Fabric Napkin Rings for Fall Tables
Learn to make these unique knotted napkin rings with fat quarters. They are great scrap busters, and these would be great hostess gifts!
Free Pumpkin Placemat Pattern
Learn how to make a pumpkin placemat with a free sewing pattern. This fall sewing project is great for decorating and easy to sew.
Free Apron Sewing Pattern
Learn how to sew an apron with a free PDF sewing pattern. This beginner sewing project even has pockets, and its a great handmade gift!
Free Double Oven Mitt Sewing Pattern
Learn how to make a double oven mitt with a free sewing pattern. This kitchen sewing project can be a large hot pad and makes a great gift.
Free Pumpkin Sewing Pattern for Fall
Learn how to make a stuffed pumpkin with a free sewing pattern. This beginner sewing project is a great for fall and Halloween!
DIY Tea Towel Apron Tutorial
This is a fabulous and easy gift idea for neighbors, teachers, friends, and family. Use a tea towel to make a quick and simple DIY tea towel apron!
Oven Mitt Sewing Pattern
Learn to make a useful oven mitt sewing pattern. This beginner sewing project is great for the kitchen, and makes a great handmade gift.
Fat Quarter Kid Apron Tutorial
Learn how to make a kid size apron with just a fat quarter of fabric. This kid apron tutorial is a beginner sewing project perfect as a gift!
How to Make Placemats
Learn how to make placemats with a 1/2 yard of fabric! This is a great beginner sewing project and can use the prettiest fabric!
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



















