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Favorite Beginner Sewing Patterns

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Beginner sewing patterns that are actually easy and fun to make. I’ve been starting my sewing journey and these are my favorite Etsy sewing patterns for beginners including pouches, tote bags, home projects, and small accessories. All of these patter...
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Pouches

Simple & cute zipper pouch and coin purse sewing patterns that are beginner friendly. These are great scrap-fabric projects and quick gifts.
 
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I love pouches so being able to make them and have it be beginner friendly is so great and they are so adorable. The designer SweetCinnamonRoses has some awesome patterns on her page.
Chubby Coin Purse - digital sewing pattern (PDF), video tutorial included, 2 sizes, quilted zipper pouch, zipper bag tutorial
 
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Another pouch by SweetCinnamonRoses - I appreciate how the pattern is written and simple to follow
Sweet Travel Pouch - digital sewing pattern (PDF), three sizes, instant download, vinyl zipper bag, DIY packing cube
 
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I am a big fan of all the patterns designed by SweetCinnamonRoses. Love that it can be scrap friendly
Happy Happy Bag - digital sewing pattern (PDF), video tutorial included, three sizes, three styles incl. Teddy Bag, make a boxy zipper pouch
 
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Perfect for your favorite pair of glasses and a fun simple project to make
Sunny Glasses Pouch - PDF Pattern
 
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So cute you end up with a cute travel book/journal holder. This can be a great gift as well.
Handmade Fabric Book Sleeve Pattern, Book Cover Tutorial, Bookish Gifts

Totes

Beginner tote bag sewing patterns that are super practical and simple to sew. Some include lining and pockets but are still beginner friendly.
 
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I love the variety of sizes you can make. I made some for Christmas and my friends & family say they love them and use them all the time. I like that they are washable and compact
Foldable Shopping Bag PDF Sewing Pattern | Instant Download | Reusable Grocery Bag | Beginner Sewing Project
 
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Such cute tote bags that can be used as book bags for the library or for anything you want.
Sew Happy Tote Pattern: Beginner Friendly, Lined Bag with Optional Pockets (PDF Download)

House

Adorable & simple sewing patterns for home decor and practical household projects.
 
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Perfect for scraps and has been a cute addition to our place for drinks
Scrappy Fabric Coasters PDF Pattern - Easy Tutorial!
 
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I love these! The size options are awesome and are very beginner friendly
Reversible Fabric Basket PDF Sewing Pattern, DIY Fabric storage 5 sizes, Easy box tutorial, Craft box pattern, Pattern with templates
 
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This butterfly potholder is SO adorable. You can buy the sewing template on Etsy at ShopMariahMakes and the instructions are actually in the link on TikTok! I love how cute this pattern is and how the instructions are simple to follow
Butterfly potholder
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This pattern was actually one of the first I made. I love how practical cup cozies are & it’s also scrap friendly. Super simple instructions
Mason Jar Insulated Cozy Sewing Pattern, Pint and Quart Sizes: (PDF Download)

Other

These are cute beginner sewing accessories and small projects like keychains, sunglasses holder, and scrap-fabric makes.
 
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Made this for fun! Who doesn’t love a cute goose 🪿 was a cute project to make
Goose Rag Doll Sewing Pattern: Ruffle Collar & Bow (PDF Digital Download)
 
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In need of a pin cushion? This is was such a cute pattern to follow. I love the quilt block idea and such a cute way to store your sewing pins. I also learned that filling these with filbert (hazelnut) shells or walnut shells are a great way to keep ...
Mini Star Pincushion - Digital Sewing Pattern
 
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If you look books or know someone who loves to read this is a cute project idea that is practical, beginner friendly, and could be a cute gift! This pattern is super simple to follow with great instructions
Corner Bookmark Sewing Pattern: DIY Project (PDF Download)
 
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If you have a pet, know someone does, or are just a pet lover this project is so fun and beginner friendly! The pattern is easy to follow with a cute pet accessories for your furry friend! I made a few for my sisters pug and he wears it so proudly.
Scrunchie Dog Bandana Sewing Pattern: Reversible DIY Pet Accessory (PDF Pattern)

Accessories

 
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I love this so much! The link is to the instructions on how to make this adorable heart photo keychain. If you want the sewing template it is on her Etsy page at ShopMariahMakes! As she stated in the caption this is more of an advanced beginner proje...
Heart photo keychain tutorial
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I love cute keychains & accessories. This pattern was super beginner friendly and you end up with a cute keychain you can keep or gift
Puffy Bow Keychain Sewing Pattern: DIY Key Ring Template (PDF)