Sewing
Find your next sewing project here! Dive into this section to find easy sewing patterns for making your own clothes and accessories or home sewing and gift ideas. You'll also find guides to answer all your questions, from the basics to next-step-help and advice from our experts.
How to sew a circle cape: free pattern
Stitch up your own swishy circle cape with this tweed cape tutorial by Portia Lawrie. We'll show you how to make your own cape sewing pattern – perfect for practising sewing with wool-weight fabrics.
A complete guide to sewing for beginners
Browse our complete guide to sewing for beginners to pick up all the essential knowledge you need.
35 best sewing patterns for beginners
Start making your own clothes and accessories today! We've rounded up easy sewing projects, including dresses, tops and trousers, to help you practise your new sewing skills.
Discover expert-led crafting holidays with Stitchtopia
Choose a close-to-home crafting retreat or venture further afield on a holiday you'll never forget with Stitchtopia.
Simply Sewing Magazine - out now!
Take a look behind the cover of the latest issue, order your copy and catch up on issues you might have missed.
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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.
Bunny sewing pattern – how to make a stuffed bunny toy!
These big-eared bunny plush toys by are just the project for Easter. Take a look at Jo Carter's step-by-step guide and get the free bunny sewing pattern...
40 easy sewing projects for gifts when you're short on time
Looking for quick gifts to sew for friends and family? We've chosen some of our favourite easy sewing projects to help you make amazing homemade presents for your loved ones
How to make a fanny pack: easy step-by-step pattern
Fanny packs (also known as bum bags) are back! Make your own version of this 80s accessory with our fanny pack pattern by Karoline Dahrling Hughes.
'Good sleep can be re-learned' How to improve sleep with this science-backed hack
Unlock the secret to better sleep with expert tips and science-backed strategies for a restful night.
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.
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 Sew
The best kids sewing machine to nurture your child's creativity in 2025
A child’s first sewing machine will be something they remember forever and will cherish memories of learning to sew with you. Find out what to look for when you shop for childrens sewing machines and discover a few of our favourite models to get kids started
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.
43 of the best sewing starter kits
Get ready to enhance your sewing stash and discover the essential basic equipment you'll need to start stitching today plus amazing sewing kits for beginners to get you started.
Sewing Patterns
Find your next me-made project to sew with our collection of sewing patterns for garments, accessories, toys and home decor.
Free Teddy Bear Sewing Pattern
Make Lucy Ward’s teddy bear as an heirloom gift – with his honey brown faux fur, this friendly teddy is really big on cuddles! Learn how to make this wonderful free teddy bear sewing pattern…
Sew your way through spring with these 14 Easter sewing projects
Put a spring in your step by making some of these adorable Easter sewing projects!
How to sew a dress in a day
Make your first dress today with our step by step guide! Learn how to sew a simple dress using jersey fabric and your favourite T-shirt as a template – no fiddly pattern cutting needed.