Easy Sewing Patterns From Companies for Beginners
Get ready folks – we've rounded up our favourite sewing patterns for beginners so you can start making your own clothes, accessories and more! Whether you're returning to sewing after a few years away from your machine or have never sewn a stitch before, it's a good idea to start making clothes with a simple pattern so you can perfect the basics before moving on to trickier projects. We've all got to start somewhere, so fire up that sewing machine, give one of these beginner sewing patterns a try and we promise you'll never look back. Scroll down to see our clothing patterns or jump to our easy accessories to sew patterns.
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Main image (above): The Scout Tee © Grainline Studio
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Best Sewing Patterns for Beginners: Clothes
Is there anything more satisfying that wearing clothes that you've made yourself? We've put together some of our best sewing patterns for beginners to help you get started. These easy sewing projects will help you to build up your confidence and bring out your individual style at the same time.
Take a look at our quick list below and then scroll down for more pictures and to buy the patterns (or download them for free!).
Easy Sewing Patterns for Women's Clothing
- Victory Skirt: I AM Patterns
- Kimono Top: Simply Sewing
- The Scout Tee: Grainline Studio
- Silk Cami Top: Sew Over It
- Rosa Dress: Simply Sewing
- Cleo Pinafore: Tilly and the Buttons
- Moneta Dress: Colette
- Inari Cropped Tee: Named Clothing
- Amélie Square Neckline Dress: Simply Sewing
- Coco Dress and Top: Tilly and the Buttons
- 101 Trouser: Merchant and Mills
- DIY Wrap Dress: Simply Sewing
- Ultimate Shift Dress: Sew Over It
- Leila Dress: Simply Sewing
- Breton Dress: Simply Sewing
- Pyjama Bottoms: The New Craft House
- Maxi Skirt: Simply Sewing
- Liberty Dress: Simply Sewing
- Beachcomber Dress: MadeByJacksMum
- Olivia Dress: The Sewing HQ
- Salida Skirt: Eternalmakershop
- The Lara Set: Simply Sewing
- The Sun Dress: The Avid Seamstress
I AM Patterns: The Victory Skirt
Get started with dressmaking in style with this easy-to-construct starter skirt with a gathered waist – it's a great project for learning how to use your sewing machine, handle fabric, add a button and finish with a hem. You'll also get to try your hand at inserting a zip. Want to adapt the length or design? It's easy to shorten or lengthen, and you can also choose from three different pocket styles.
The Victory Skirt pattern includes six sizes. Get the paper pattern for $15 or download the digital version at iampatterns.fr
Grainline Studios: Scout Tee
What do we want? Easy-sew tops with a comfy fit! When do we want it? Now! Known for their easy-to-follow instructions and trusted patterns, Grainline Studios are meeting our need for an easy-to-make top we can wear every day. This woven t-shirt has capped sleeves, a scoop neck and is fitted at the shoulders. This beginner-friendly pattern gives you the chance to practise sewing simple straight seams, use bias binding, setting sleeves and basic hemming.
The Scout Tee sewing pattern is available as a PDF or paper pattern over at grainlinestudio.com, and costs $14-$16
Simply Sewing: Cropped kimono top
With just two pieces to cut out and stitch together, garment construction doesn't get any simpler than this kimono top from Simply Sewing issue 3. It can be made in a variety of fabrics - make yours in a cotton print as we have for a crisp, structured feel, or try crepe or viscose for a more loose, draped look. And if the cropped length isn't for you, it's easy to lengthen to suit your style.
Get the free Kimono Top Pattern and find out how to make it.
Sew Over It: The Silk Cami Top
Learn to sew with silky fabrics like a pro with this chic and simple top. You'll get to practise sewing garments with a neat finish using French seams and learn how to add an all-in-one facing for a professional finish. Need a hand with your cami? Check out the Silk Cami Sewalong.
The pattern is available in UK sizes 8 to 18 from Sew Over It's pattern store at sewoverit.co.uk as a PDF pattern from £9.
Simply Sewing: Rosa Dress
This swishy dress is perfect for summer parties – or choose an autumnal pattern and team it up with a cardigan for cooler September outings. Available in in UK sizes 6-20 (US 4-18/EUR 34-38).
This pattern is available to download as a PDF from the Simply Sewing Etsy shop for £8.99.
Tilly and the Buttons: The Cleo Pinafore and Dungaree Dress
The on-trend Cleo pattern has no fiddly zips to worry about and minimal fitting required. Make it dungaree-style with buckles or as a pinafore with button fastenings. You can vary the length and add optional topstitching and patch pockets on the front or back.
If you're a complete newbie to dressmaking, never fear! The pattern comes with easy-to-follow steps and jargon-busting instructions, plus photos to show you how to sew each part.
Shop the printed pattern for £12.50 at shop.tillyandthebuttons.com or download the PDF version for £11.50.
Colette: The Moneta Dress
Say hello to simple dressmaking with bags of understated attitude. With its mix of elegance and comfort, this is THE dress to make if you want to learn to sew with knits and make a garment in just a few hours or days (depending on your available sewing time!).
Choose between three versions which all share a curved neckline, fitted bodice and shirred skirt with in-seam pockets. You can adjust the sleeves, collar and bodice lining to suit your skills and style.
Sew it in sizes XS to 3XL. Find this PDF pattern for $14.00 at www.colettepatterns.com
Named Clothing: Inari Crop Tee
Cropped tees are of the moment, and it's easy to sew the trend! Not ready to wear cropped tops? No problem! You can turn your tee into a loose-fitting dress, as this pattern gives you both options. Try your hand at sewing short sleeves with a cuffed effect and adding slits at the side of the dress version.
If you're a bit nervous about sewing with knits and heavier fabrics then this is the garment for you as it works well with light to medium-weight fabric with no or slight stretch.
Buy the PDF or Printed pattern from €13–€19 at www.namedclothing.com and sew it in UK sizes 4 – 18 (EUR 32 – 46, US 0 – 14).
Simply Sewing Magazine: Amélie Square neckline dress
Bring some vintage style to your wardrobe with this gorgeous square neckline dress pattern! This lovely design includes a fluted sleeve option so you can put your new sewing skills to the test! It's ideal for spring and summer days, but you can team it up with a cosy cardigan when the weather starts to cool off in September.
This dress pattern comes in UK sizes 6-20 (US 4-18/EUR 34-38). Download the PDF and instructions from the Simply Sewing Etsy shop for £8.99.
Tilly and the Buttons: The Coco Dress and Top
Learn to sew with knits and you'll unlock a whole new world of dressmaking... and the Coco is here to show you how! Whether you choose to make Coco as a Breton top or knit dress this pattern comes with plenty of variations to suit your style. Plus it's super simple to sew, easy fitting, and doesn't include any zips, buttons or other fiddly bits.
Buy the printed pattern for £14.50 at shop.tillyandthebuttons.com or download the digital version here for £11.50.
Merchant and Mills: 101 Trouser
We were looking around for a go-to trouser pattern for ages when we came across these drawstring trousers with side pockets and a false fly, cut to sit on the waist. Choose between three versions – a cropped and tapered trouser, wide, straight trouser or shorts (pictured below).
Shop the paper pattern, in sizes 8 to 18, for £14.50 at merchantandmills.com
Simply Sewing: DIY wrap dress
Twist it, drape it, tie it… one dress, countless ways to wear it – and we're here to show you how to sew it! Portia Lawrie has designed this convertible wrap dress tutorial for a clever multi-style frock that makes party dressing a doddle.
This is a patternless project, so you can skip the pattern-cutting stage completely and make this dress using just your measurements (and your chosen fabric, of course!). It's simple and quick to make and you can style it in a multitude of ways.
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Sew Over It: Ultimate Shift Dress
You can never have too many shift dresses! Designed with beginners in mind, the Sew Over It Ultimate Shift Dress pattern will guide you through the dressmaking process, from sewing bust darts to attaching neckline facings. There's plenty of scope for customisation once you've mastered the basics, and it comes with a free maternity hack option.
This pattern is available in UK sizes 8 to 20 as a paper or PDF pattern from the Sew Over It pattern store
Simply Sewing: Leila Dress
This pretty dress is super comfy and perfect for lounging around at home – or throwing on at the weekend for some casual style. It's easy enough for beginners to make too! The pattern is available UK sizes 6-20 (US 4-18/EUR 34-38).
The PDF is available to download from the Simply Sewing Etsy shop for £8.99.
Simply Sewing: Breton Dress
This beautiful skater dress is incredibly comfy and easy to wear. Give it a classic Breton look by opting for a striped fabric for the top section or get creative and make up your own colour combo.
This pattern is available to download from the Simply Sewing Etsy shop for £8.99.
The New Craft House: Pyjama Bottoms
Is there anything more cosy than snuggling up in some comfy pyjama bottoms? This easy sewing pattern from The New Craft House is a straightforward sewing project for beginners and they're perfect for chilly winter nights! Find out how to make pyjama bottoms.
Simply Sewing: Maxi Skirt
A maxi skirt is a great wardrobe staple to wear in the summer and early autumn. It will keep you cool on blazing hot summer afternoons and keep your legs warm on summer evenings. If you struggle to find a maxi skirt to fit your frame then this is the pattern for you, because it can be adjusted to suit your figure perfectly. Try making our DIY maxi skirt pattern today.
Simply Sewing: Liberty Dress
This classic dress is suitable for almost any occasion! Dress it up with a smart jacket for a special occasion or throw on a cardigan for a more casual look.
This Liberty Dress pattern is available to download from the Simply Sewing Etsy shop for £8.99.
MadeByJacksMum: Beachcomber Dress
This easy-to-wear dress can be made in a variety of shapes and sizes and worn as a dress or a tunic. It's a wardrobe essential for spring and summer days! This pattern is available in a wide range of sizes from XXS up to 5XL.
The Beachcomber Dress pattern is available from the WavesandWild store on Etsy for £8.11.
The Sewing HQ: Olivia Dress
This lovely dress is floaty and elegant! It has a shirred waist panel to ensure a comfortable fit and this pattern is suitable for more adventurous beginners to make.
The Olivia Dress pattern is available from The Sewing HQ shop on Etsy priced £9. It comes in UK sizes 6-20.
Salida Skirt: Eternalmakershop
Is there anything comfier than a cord skirt? This super versatile skirt could be worn to work or thrown on at the weekend. While we think it looks great in cord, it could easily be made using denim or linen too. This pattern is great if you want to try something a little trickier to make and take your stitching to the next level.
The Salida Skirt is available from Eternalmakershop on Etsy for £20.50.
Simply Sewing: The Lara Set
This fantastic set comes with both a top and a dress to make. We're completely smitten by the chic outline of the Lara dress – it even has pockets! This is another sewing project that would be ideal for a beginner sewist who is looking for something a little more challenging to make. This would be a wonderful outfit to wear for an occasion where you need to look smart and sophisticated.
The matching Lara top has a lovely shift silhouette – both practical and stylish.
You can buy the Lara Set from the Simply Sewing shop on Etsy for £8.99. Available in UK sizes 6-20.
The Avid Seamstress: The Sun Dress
Dreaming of warm summer days? This gorgeous sun dress created by The Avid Seamstress is bound to become one of the staples of your summer wardrobe!
The Sun Dress pattern is available from The Avid Seamstress shop on Etsy for £16.50.
How to make a wrap dress
Learn how to draft your own sewing pattern to match your own measurements with Portia Lawrie's guide to how to make a wrap dress without a pattern.
Try our DIY wrap dress pattern.
Best Sewing Patterns for Beginners: Accessories
Looking for more sewing patterns for beginners? Every outfit needs some stylish accessories to finish the look! We've put together some of our favourite easy sewing projects from Simply Sewing Magazine to help you get started – they're quick and easy to make and you're bound to find something you love. Many of these patterns make great gifts too.
Take a look at the list below to see our collection of easy sewing projects and discover your next make!
Easy Accessories to Sew
- Fabric Necklace
- DIY Headband
- Homemade Scrunchies
- Bento Bag
- Envelope Clutch Bag
- Clasp Purse
- DIY Heat Packs
Fabric Necklace
New to sewing? This easy sewing project is a great way to use up any fabric scraps and transform them into a stunning accessory. Learn how to make a fabric necklace with Anna Alicia's step-by-step guide.
DIY Headband
This quick and easy sewing pattern can be made using fat quarters or any leftover scraps of fabric that you have hanging around. It's an ideal sewing project for beginners too. Find out how to make a headband with this sewing pattern created by Jennie Jones.
Homemade Scrunchies
Scrunchies are simple to make and can be made to match every outfit! Try this easy sewing pattern for beginners created by Jessica Entwistle and learn how to make a scrunchie step by step.
Bento Bag
Heading off to the beach? This Japanese-inspired bento bag is perfect for all of your holiday accessories – or to sling over your shoulder when you go out shopping. Find out how to make a bento bag with our free beginner sewing pattern designed by Jennie Jones.
Envelope Clutch Bag
While we've used a summery fabric here, you could easily choose a more seasonal design and take this clutch bag to a wedding or a festive party. Try Jennie Jones' wonderful sewing pattern and discover how to make an envelope clutch bag.
Clasp Purse
Keep your coins safe by sewing your own clasp purse! This easy sewing project would make a wonderful gift for a young child and it won't take you long to master the pattern. Follow Jessica Entwistle's sewing tutorial to learn how to make a clasp purse.
DIY heat packs
If you're new to sewing, making a DIY heat pack is a great way to practice some basic sewing techniques and familiarise yourself with your sewing machine. Plus they'll keep your hands warm in cold weather! Learn how to make your own DIY heat pack.
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