Beginner Sewing Patterns
New to sewing or looking to refresh your skills? Explore our collection of free beginner sewing patterns to help you gain confidence, from easy clothes to make to simple accessories and projects for children and home.
Simply Sewing patterns & templates
If you're a Simply Sewing reader, bookmark this post and use it to find links to all of our recent issues' patterns and templates for the projects inside our magazine.
8 easy and free dress patterns for beginners
Browse our range of stunning free dress patterns and refresh your wardrobe. Choose your favourite and get sewing!
Sew your own infinity dress – no pattern needed!
Twist it, drape it, tie it... make one infinity dress, then enjoy countless ways to wear it! Portia Lawrie shows you how to sew a convertible infinity dress
Sew our easy jeans patch monster tonight
Patch up your little monster’s worn jeans with Jessica Entwistle’s tutorial for a quick and easy monster jeans patch.
How to make a trick or treat bucket
Boo! Have fun with this frighteningly fun Halloween craft project as we show you how to make a trick or treat bucket using fabric, felt and a few basic sewing supplies.
How to make a cat tail
Put some real sparkle into playtime by making cute cat costumes for kids. Here's how to make a cat tail and cat mask ready for Halloween.
How to make a hair bow in just a few simple steps
You may have seen the gorgeous hair bows all over the high street right now but we are going to show you how to make one of your own. Follow Simply Sewing Technical Editor Sarah Taylor's demonstration video below.
How to make a bag charm
Bag charms are our favourite trend for summer so we've put together this easy bag charm tutorial.
How to build a capsule wardrobe with Simply Sewing
Create and sew your own capsule wardrobe in 2024 that all mix-and-match together, so you can easily create many different combos and outfits.
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How to sew a button-up midi skirt
Make a stylish button-up midi skirt with this guide from Portia Lawrie – no pattern required!
10 easy things to sew that you can make in a weekend
Are you looking for a quick and simple sewing project that you can whip up in just a few hours? Take a look at our favourite easy things to sew and make something beautiful.
12 easy Christmas sewing projects!
The festive season is coming, which means it’s time to get your sewing machine out and start making! We have everything from seasonal decorations to handmade gift ideas.
Fix your clothes: How to sew on a patch!
Give your broken garments a new lease of life by learning how to sew on a patch by hand.
Easy DIY placemats to sew for your festive table
Homemade placemats are an easy way to style your dining table this Christmas! Learn how to make placemats with our simple step-by-step tutorial
DIY Christmas candy cane decorations
Decorate your Christmas tree with these sweet treat candy cane decorations!
Sew your own adorable Christmas elf doll!
Christmas just got a whole lot cuter! Use Sarah Jackman Read’s Christmas elf sewing pattern and make your own festive friend.
20 best sewing projects for kids
Encourage children's creativity with our guide to easy sewing projects for kids and help them discover a new hobby!
Maxi dress pattern
Get ready for the summer by making Portia Lawrie's beautiful maxi dress pattern
How to make a scrunchie
Bring the 90s back into your wardrobe by making your own scrunchie collection! Learn how to make a scrunchie with Jessica Entwistle's step-by-step guide
Free pom pom apron sewing pattern!
Get ready for teatime with this pom pom apron by The New Craft House, in association with Tick Tock Tea! Use this free apron sewing pattern to whip up your new kitchen essential.
How to make a passport cover
Snazz up your passport with Leanne Garrity's free Liberty passport cover pattern!
How to make fabric flower brooch
Make a fabric flower brooch for spring! These little blooms are a doddle to make so make a few and pin to lapels, accessories handbags and embellish spring footwear.
Free gym shorts pattern
Use The New Craft House's free gym shorts pattern to make yourself some new work out gear!