31 Travel Sewing Projects
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Get excited to vacation with these travel sewing projects. These are great beginner projects to organize in the car or airplane.
I love going on trips in the summertime and when my kids have breaks from school. We have so much fun playing, hiking, swimming, and biking wherever we go.
I’ve put a big list together of all the things you can sew for traveling at any time of the year. Some of these sewing projects are great for playing games, some are for organizing, and some are for sleeping. A lot of these have free PDF sewing patterns to help you make something to make travel better!
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.
Do you love to sew? Try one of these sewing projects:
- Beginner sewing projects
- Fat quarter sewing projects
- Scrap fabric sewing projects
- Eco-friendly sewing projects
- 30 minute sewing projects
Travel Sewing Projects
Sew a Clear Vinyl Zipper Pouch
Learn how to sew a clear vinyl zipper pouch with a free sewing pattern. This beginner sewing project is great for organizing! Get organized in an easy way with this fun clear vinyl zipper pouch.
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.
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!
Free Circle Drawstring Bag Pattern
Learn how to make a circle drawstring bag with a free sewing pattern. This beginner sewing project is great for organizing toys or makeup!
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 activities with my kids.
DIY Tote Bag with Fold Up Pocket
Learn how to make a DIY tote bag with a fold up pocket. With the reusable bag folded up in a pocket it's easy to store in a purse or car until needed.
Free Dice Bag Sewing Pattern
Learn how to make a drawstring bag with a free dice bag sewing pattern. Faux leather makes an easy sewing project and a great handmade gift.
How to Make a DIY Fabric Tray
Learn how to make a DIY fabric tray with fabric scraps for simple organizing. It’s a great beginner sewing project that makes an easy gift!
Free Cell Phone Bag Pattern
Learn how to make a cell phone bag with a free sewing pattern. This tiny crossbody bag is great for essentials and it’s a fun sewing project.
Free Beach Bag Sewing Pattern
Learn how to make a beach bag with a free sewing pattern. This bag sewing project is great to hold everything for the pool or the beach!
Easy DIY Pencil Pouch
Learn how to sew an easy DIY pencil pouch with scraps of fabric, a zipper, and a free sewing pattern. This is a great beginner sewing project!
How to Make a Tote With Leather Handles
Learn how to make a tote bag with leather handles. This beginner sewing project looks great and is perfect for carrying your essentials!
DIY Travel Toothbrush Roll Bag
Learn how to make a DIY toothbrush roll bag for traveling with a hand towel and a ribbon. Organize your hygiene items with this simple sewing project!
Small Circle Zipper Pouch Tutorial
Learn how to sew a small circle zipper pouch with a free sewing pattern. This easy sewing project can clip onto a bag or keys!
Ruffled Tote Bag Sewing Pattern
Make a ruffled tote bag with a beginner sewing pattern. This bag sewing project has ruffles or piping, and is great for combining fabrics.
How to Make DIY Reusable Cotton Rounds
Make use of all those organic cotton scraps of fabric by easily sewing or serging them into DIY reusable cotton rounds. They are great for removing make up!
How to Sew a Zipper Pouch
Learn how to sew a zipper pouch with a free sewing pattern. This easy sewing project is great for beginners and makes a great handmade gift!
How to Upcycle Jeans Into a Tote Bag
Learn how to upcycle jeans into a tote bag. This beginner sewing project is a quick and easy bag to sew, and it already has pockets!
Sew a Sunglasses Case with a Free Pattern
Learn how to sew a sunglasses case with a free sewing pattern! Keep your sunglasses case safe in your bag with a beginner sewing project!
Free Diaper Bag Pattern and Tutorial
Learn how to make a bag with lots of pockets for storage with this free diaper bag pattern and sewing tutorial. Use canvas for a durable bag!
How to Sew a Fabric Makeup Brush Holder
Are you thinking about summer travel plans and what to pack? You really don’t need a reason though to sew a fabric makeup brush holder, you can just make one for yourself to store your own brushes.
Noughts and Crosses Travel Game
Make a Tic Tac Toe game perfect for kids to play with while traveling!
How to Make Reusable Sandwich Wraps and Snack Envelopes
Ditch the plastic baggies and sew some reusable sandwich wraps and snack bags for traveling with sandwiches and other snacks. These are perfect for kid’s lunches.
Sewing a Rucksack: Free Backpack Pattern
We’re happy to share this free backpack pattern with you along with the step by step instructions for sewing a rucksack.
DIY Leather Passport Holder
Make a cute little fabric book to take care of your passport!
DIY Hand Sanitizer Holder Keychain
Having a bottle of hand sanitizer close by and ready to use is necessary today. With this DIY hand sanitizer holder keychain, you never have to fumble to find the bottle in your purse or backpack again!
How to Make a Travel Neck Pillow with Pattern
We show you How to Make a Travel Neck Pillow with Pattern! This will be great for traveling and you can make it premium for less than you could buy in store.
Packing Cubes Pattern with 3 Sizes
A packing cube is a zippered mesh bag used to organize clothes within luggage. Sew your own packing cubes in three sizes with this easy pattern and photo tutorial.
MINE Luggage Tag
Make a cute and unique luggage tag with this fun pattern!
Traveller’s Sewing Book
A sewing kit to travel in style – even if it’s just from the sewing machine to the couch!
Tutorial: Kid Sized Travel Neck Pillow
Make a kid sized travel neck pillow to make car and airplane sleeping easier!
DIY Sleep Mask Pattern
The diy sleep mask pattern you’ll find here might turn out to be the BEST ever diy gift for anyone who can benefit from a quick, energizing nap or a full night’s sleep – and that’s pretty much everyone!
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