While people are tempted to jump into some massive projects when learning to sew, starting with a complicated artwork can often be overwhelming and frustrating. Instead, sew learners should start small and build upon each skill. A beginner sewing project can be annoying because no one would want their project to look like an amateur worked on it. Below are several beginner sewing projects that are so chic that no one can tell whether you are an amateur or pro.
1. An Envelope Pillow
Creating a throw pillow is a wonderful project for a sewing beginner as it requires very little sewing knowledge. In fact, it allows you to make something for an impressive gift or a pattern that will adorn your home. An envelope-style pillow is the best project to start with if you are a beginner at sewing. Its two pieces and front overlap to allow users to insert without the use of closures such as zipper and buttons. Furthermore, envelope-style pillow projects enable sewing learners to hone their pivoting on the corners, straight stitching, the hemming on the back flap, and seam finishing skills to help take their sewing projects to the next level.
2. Tote Bag
The next project after an envelope pillow is to tackle a tote bag. Of course, everyone loves tote bags, and they can use them as gifts. In fact, one can use the same skills and knowledge on creating envelope pillows on a tote bag. It allows sewing beginners to learn more about 3-D shapes and sewing for volumes. The patterns of a tote bag come with five options to enable learners to make totes for all and any occasions from ping at the store to go shopping at the beach.
3. Apron
Once a sewing learner has mastered a few skills, it could be the time to tackle a garment. However, it’s wise to start with an apron before graduating to sizing. The most exciting thing with bibs is that they are gender-neutral and can fit any age or taste. In fact, one can customize an apron with printed ribbon and use it as a gift. It is easier for a beginner to sew an apron, and its pattern is classic and looks professional.
4. Pajama Pants
After a beginner in sewing has made an apron that can fit the body, the next step is to try an actual garment. However, one to forgive fit to learn to make wearables, and items with drawstrings or elastic waistbands are excellent options to start learning to sew. While pajamas may not be the most stylish fitting in your closet, they are loved by many people. However, learning to make pajama pants gives a beginner in sewing an opportunity to build on the skills they’ve already learned in the previous projects. It allows them to learn to make a waistband and work with curves that can fit the body.
5. Zipper Pouch
While zippers often terrify beginners in sewing, they aren’t that hard to deal with, especially if you learn a few tricks and tips. Putting zippers into a seam open on each end such as a pouch or pillow is the best way for beginner students to start sewing zippers. That way, beginner learners will familiarize themselves with sewing zippers without the need of putting sews into a seam as one would on a dress or skirt. In fact, customized zipper pouches are classic and can be used as a gift. Repetition and practice is the best place beginner students can learn to sew. Even if you have made a pajama or zipper pouch before, try to make them repeatedly until you’ve mastered all the skills.
6. Drawstring Skirt
Your goal could be to take your drawstring and elastic waistband to the next level after sewing pajama pants for your siblings. A drawstring is an elegant approach for a beginner student to take his or her sewing skill up a notch. It not only allows beginner students to learn the basics of constructing a garment but also gives them fantastic curves at the side seams. Most of these beginner sewing projects are straightforward and require simple skills. Sewing doesn’t have to be hard with the availability of free patterns and easy sewing tutorials that every beginner sewer can try.
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