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30+ Free Sewing Projects For The Home

By Damjana Jakos • Last updated on Dec 26, 2024 • This post may contain affiliate links.

Here are more than 30 adorable, useful and free sewing projects for the home - and that for every room in your home! They include a free sewing pattern and nearly all are beginner-friendly. I also added my latest tutorials.

Craft ideas like these make super handy DIY gifts for friends, for housewarming parties, and for your own home decoration. You can use these home sewing ideas to refresh all the rooms in your house, together with these fat quarter sewing projects.

If you like easy sewing, visit more than 100 free sewing tutorials here at AppleGreen Cottage. (You know how much I love simple and easy sewing, right?)

30+ Sewing Projects For the Home

Here's some inspiration for everyone to create a home you love, no matter the budget. You're not gonna believe what amazing things you can make with these free patterns for sewing projects for the home - enjoy!

While I also have several mending posts, like this one on How to Patch Up a shade sail, I decided to make this list of just new sewing projects. Many of these projects are inexpensive scrap busters: napkins, cozies, mug rugs, potholders. They are great additions to your household - think your own floor mop pads, baskets, easy and inexpensive diy storage. And some of the easy home decor sewing projects are so cute I could simply not resist them - and trust me, you won't be able to, either!

Get ready for cute and handy, welcome spring into your home. Let's start with several of the most colorful projects:

Large Storage Bin - Or a Hallway Catchall!

large storage for home
Get Free pattern in 3 sizes HERE

Every home needs plenty of multitasking storage bins. Use my free pattern in 3 sizes to make a laundry hamper, a catchall for your hallway, or a few really handy cubes for open shelf storage in your craft room. (Which can be turned into a market tote in a second!)

Free Bowl Cozy Pattern

Free pattern for bowl cozy

Protect your hands from hot bowls from the microwave! See how to sew a microwave bowl cozy using a free bowl cozy pattern in 3 sizes.

Get FREE Bowl Cozy Pattern

Free Hanging Basket Pattern

free sewing patterns and beginner sewing tutorials for home decoration.​
Free Hanging Basket Pattern

This little diy fabric hanging basket is a real treasure when it comes to storing small items. And since the hanging strap can open, you can hang it anywhere and remove easily. Get the free sewing pattern.

Pretty Diy Baskets

sew a basket

Make even more baskets sizes with this free nesting basket pattern- add fresh vibes to your home using my free tutorial and sewing video.

The Easiest Diy Placemats You'll Ever Sew

Decorate your dining table in style, on any occasion, with these beautiful diy placemats.

A simple reversible table runner is a perfect match to these:

Easy Table Runner - Quick to sew, and reversible!

Click through to tutorial and see how well the placemats match!

Make your dining room look beautiful with this diy table runner. I chose a solid for the other side, so I can use them with the placemats I showed above. (feels so clever, haha!)

Easy Quilted Table Runner Pattern For Beginners

Easy and free quilted table runner pattern

This easy quilted table runner pattern is perfect for beginners. See why!

If you like sewing for the dining table, you'll also want to check out my favorite free table runner patterns.

SUPER SWEET POTHOLDERS - Two ways!

how-to-make-a-potholderYour kitchen deserves this beautiful little add - easy and practical potholders you can keep or gift! This free tutorial comes in a mommy-and-me style, in two sizes. Check it out now!

potholder pattern

And the second type of potholders - potholders without binding and thus even quicker to sew. Get your free potholder template in 2 designs here at Applegreen Cottage.

Cute Diy Coffee Cup Sleeve

Free Coffee Cup Cozy Pattern HERE.

Always good to have a few coffee cozies at hand in your kitchen! Use this free coffee cozy pattern and make a beautiful diy coffee cup sleeve set!

Easy Microwave Potato Bag

a handmade floral fabric potato bag filled with sweet potatoes for baking

Did you know that you can cook potatoes in the microwave, in minutes? The only simple secret to yummy and moist potatoes is this microwave potato bag. Must try!

Make a Cute Mug Rug

And to complement your coffee cozie - a mug rug for your cookies too!

This free mug rug pattern needs NO binding!

Beginner-friendly, one single block, no precision needed. This easy quilt as you go mug rug tutorial is a must see - it will show you how to make a mug rug without binding!

Rear view of a custom quilted sewing machine cover pattern, showcasing neat finishing and storage space.

Make a dust cover for your Machine!

Make a cover using this free sewing machine cover pattern:

→ Free Machine Cover Pattern

The Easiest Throw Pillow Cover ever

easy pillow cover to sew
Make easy throw pillow covers!

Make super quick pillow covers for an instant living room makeover - perfect springtime home sewing project! A scrap-friendly and fun project in 15 minutes - or less! And also check out this diy Christmas pillow cover, it always turns out beautiful.

Cleverly Designed Diy Envelope Pillowcase

beautiful diy pillowcase
Beautiful diy envelope pillowcase

This diy envelope pillowcase is not just beautiful - it uses a smart sewing technique that turns your project into high-end home decor. Both easy and beautiful!

Sweet Diy Needle Book

Sew a pretty needle book tutorial

You'll never get tired of looking at this one! This small diy sewing case is easy and quick to make, and always good to have as an emergency sewing kit. Makes a great diy gift too! I'm in love with the gorgeous print, take a look.

Cute Scrappy Pincushion

diy pincushion
This scrappy pincushion - two tutorials in one!

No matter how small the scraps, they'll work for this project! Use them all and make these little pincushions.

Diy Home Storage Bag

diy home storage bag
Our pattern in 3 sizes for FREE!

If you only have time to sew one item from this list, then choose this free storage pouch pattern!

It's a brilliant solution to store anything and everything in your home: diy shoe storage, clothespin hanging storage, think hanging organizer for any type of small items. You can even use it to organize your craft room - think notion storage or project bags!

Easy Diy Wall Organizer

Diy hanging organizer tutorial - See here what I use these for!

A great space saver! You'll never guess what I used to make this diy organizer to hang on the door or on the wall. And did you know you can make a cool diy wall organizer with just 4 seams!

Easy Sewing Curtains

Curtains are an easy sewing project that will give your home that cozy feel we all love.

Probably the easiest way to sew a curtain!

This is probably the easiest way to sew a curtain - plus a must-see hack to make the curtain pocket fit any curtain rod size! You can use this tutorial to make a simple white curtain, or an additional light-blocking layer - same technique!

Perfect shading for doors with French windows - tutorial here at AGC

Or see how to sew an (easiest!) quilt to use as a beautiful door window cover that will not just provide shading but also noise reduction - and it's gorgeous!

curtain sewing project
Simple curtains by Phat Quarters

And this is one more curtain sewing project to give you more options if you want to sew a curtain with bar loops. You'll find this simple curtains tutorial at Phat Quarters.

Keep All Cords In Order!

fabric cut for a medium sized cord keeper

If you love keeping your home organized and tidy, these diy cord holders will keep your life free of tangled wire cords. Works every single time!

So Handy Small Ironing Board - DIY!

diy ironing board
Super handy - this small diy ironing board

Need a portable tabletop ironing board to bring close to your sewing machine? Why not make your own! See how to make a small pressing board using this easy diy ironing board tutorial.

Diy Door Draft Stopper - Easy and Effective!

a finished faux leather door draft stopper placed under a balcony door

Did you know that drafts under your door could increase your heating bill by up to 20%? Stay warm without breaking the bank - make a door draft blocker!

The Best DIY Floor Mop Pad

20+ adorable, useful and free DIY sewing projects for every room in your home. Nearly all include a free sewing pattern and nearly all are beginner-friendly tutorials. They make super handy DIY gifts for friends, for housewarming parties, and for your own home decoration.​

This easy diy floor mop pad might be one of the most useful projects for the home I've ever tried out. Saves tons of money, and you only need scraps or old towels. Give it a go!

Colorful Dinner Napkins

diy cloth napkins
2 Easy Ways To Make Napkins

Whip up a set of fun and festive mitered corner dinner napkins. Use your fat quarter fabric pieces! - OR choose an alternative (maybe even faster??) way to make them. I included two ways to make napkins - in case you want options!

Easy Quilted Placemat

finished quilted placemat in rainbow colors with three small pots of flowers
Easy quilted placemat tutorial - beginner friendly!

This easy quilted placemat in all the rainbow colors can be your first quilting project. It always turns out beautiful, and it's such a quick make!

Easy Colorful Coasters

sewing projects for the home
Easy Colorful Coasters

These easy felt coasters will be an eye-catcher at any party, and make a perfect last-minute homemade present.

Mini Fabric Bin For Your Countertop

free sewing patterns and beginner sewing tutorials for home decoration.​
Mini Fabric Bin For Kitchen Countertop

Organize your home in style using these mini fabric bins with a fold-over top! ​

Diy Trinket Tray and Drawer Organizer

Free pencil holder pattern that works great as a drawer orgnaizer too!

You can use this simple tray either on your desk, shelf, kitchen counter, or as a neat drawer organizer. Use the free tray pattern in 3 sizes and sew a few!

DIY Doorstop

DIY Doorstop Tutorial by Vicky Myers Creations.

 Or, if you don't have any draft issues in your home, DIY a nice fabric doorstop like Vicky did. Cute and practical!

Grocery Bag Holder

20+ adorable, useful and free DIY sewing projects for every room in your home. Nearly all include a free sewing pattern and nearly all are beginner-friendly tutorials. They make super handy DIY gifts for friends, for housewarming parties, and for your own home decoration.​

This grocery Bag Holder by Easy Sewing For Beginners is a quick and easy sew for your pantry area. Make it as colorful as possible!

Piped Box Cushion Tutorial

20+ adorable, useful and free DIY sewing projects for every room in your home. Nearly all include a free sewing pattern and nearly all are beginner-friendly tutorials. They make super handy DIY gifts for friends, for housewarming parties, and for your own home decoration.​

Make your home more comfortable with easy home decor projects, like this diy box cushion tutorial by Tea And A Sewing Machine. You'll also learn how to make the piping, and also how to turn an ordinary cushion into a box-shaped cushion.

Bedside Pocket Organizer

20+ adorable, useful and free DIY sewing projects for every room in your home. Nearly all include a free sewing pattern and nearly all are beginner-friendly tutorials. They make super handy DIY gifts for friends, for housewarming parties, and for your own home decoration.​

Bedside Pockets Organizer by SewCanShe. These bed pockets not only add functionality to any bed but also make storage much more fun! (And your child will never lose that favorite softie again!)

Double-Sided Fabric Bunting

20+ adorable, useful and free DIY sewing projects for every room in your home. Nearly all include a free sewing pattern and nearly all are beginner-friendly tutorials. They make super handy DIY gifts for friends, for housewarming parties, and for your own home decoration.​

A fun and easy project to decorate your home - and brighten up a children's room!

Quick DIY Felt Storage Box

free sewing patterns and beginner sewing tutorials for home decoration.​
Quick Felt Storage Boxes - Clever Technique!

Use this super easy tutorial to sew a felt storage box. I keep this one for key storage in the doorway. A soft landing pod for keys (No scratches on the shelf surface!) No pattern is needed, super quick!

I hope you've enjoyed these sewing projects for the home. Crafty home sewing ideas like these make super handy DIY gifts for friends, for housewarming parties, and your own home decoration. These items are easy to make, functional, and might turn out to be the perfect way to spruce up your home and make it ready for spring.

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Comments

  1. Robyn Lidstone - Australia says

    October 15, 2024 at 10:45 pm

    Thank you Damjana for your generosity.
    The items you've shown are so lovely it will be hard to decide which to make first.
    Lots of ideas for my home and also for gifts.

    Reply
  2. Hayley says

    March 13, 2024 at 9:56 am

    Thank you so much for collating a great selection of patterns for the home. We are in the process of moving mum into residential care as the family can no longer provide the level of care she needs (long term MS and although it's a sad time, it is at her instigation that the time has come).
    My sister and I spoke about making things for her and her new room to personalise and make it homely and I think you have provided such a wonderful variety of patterns, we will be able to have her feeling as comfortable and settled as quickly as possible. Now if only it was that easy for Dad.

    Reply
    • Damjana Jakos says

      March 17, 2024 at 10:49 am

      Hayley hi, I'm glad my patterns are making your mom's life a bit easier, and nicer. All the best to your loved ones,

      Reply
    • stellise kirk says

      October 15, 2024 at 1:26 pm

      Sweet❤️

      Reply
  3. Sheri says

    March 20, 2023 at 1:17 am

    Thank-you for sending me patterns!! Out of the 30 projects, I'll bet there are at least 27 that I can use. Thank-you again, and I will let you know how my projects are going.

    Reply
    • Damjana says

      March 28, 2023 at 1:29 pm

      Sheri hi, I'm so glad you like them, enjoy!

      Reply
      • Terry says

        October 17, 2024 at 7:56 pm

        I just made out my Christmas list of the things I will make as gifts for friends & family members! Thank you for putting all of your ideas in one e-mail!

      • Damjana Jakos says

        October 17, 2024 at 9:05 pm

        Terry hi, I'm glad I could help. Happy gift-giving,

  4. Rheann Brown says

    February 24, 2023 at 3:10 am

    So today I thrifted 15 yards of beautiful (and new!) quilted fabric for $5 and was sent this link today in my newsletter. Meant to be 🙂

    Reply
    • Damjana says

      February 24, 2023 at 8:46 pm

      Indeed! And oh you're so lucky, at this price, beautiful fabric - and now you're good to go sew for weeks, months even! Enjoy every single project! 🙂

      Reply
  5. SandyMay says

    June 02, 2022 at 5:57 am

    Thank you, Damjana, for sharing all these free patterns. There are several I can use, and I plan to scroll through the list a second time when I am not so rushed. I was planning to make a large tote/market bag by adjusting a smaller pattern I already own, but I think I will try your version instead.

    Reply
  6. Devonna Marie Tabor says

    May 31, 2022 at 10:54 pm

    Thank you for all of your ideas. I see so many I am excited to make. Thank you for sharing!! DeDe

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  7. Leona says

    May 31, 2022 at 2:46 pm

    Thank you Damjana for sharing these amazing patterns.
    I really appreciate the way you explain the instructions with simplicity.
    I will be making a bunch of cloth napkins as you have inspired me!!!

    Reply
  8. SADIE BROWN says

    February 01, 2022 at 7:01 pm

    thank you for taking time to send us all those lovely free sewing patterns. x

    Reply
  9. Cathy Keller says

    February 01, 2022 at 2:52 pm

    I've been sewing for years and years but found quite a few of these handy, cute projects to save! Thank you so much for sharing.

    Reply
  10. Jennifer says

    February 01, 2022 at 2:07 pm

    Thanks for all the great projects! One of these days I hope to sit down and make some!
    Jennifer

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    • Roxie Skinner says

      May 31, 2022 at 12:45 pm

      These are great! Thank you! 💕

      Reply
  11. Connie Adams says

    February 24, 2021 at 9:46 am

    Thank you ...I am a beginner... Hoping to sew the Door Draft Stopper

    Reply
  12. Damjana at AppleGreen Cottage says

    March 09, 2017 at 6:12 pm

    Happy to hear that. So many fellow bloggers are creating awesome things, and these included in the post are among the best!

    Reply
  13. Domenica | Easy Sewing for Beginners says

    March 08, 2017 at 10:03 am

    What a great collection of sewing projects for the home! Thanks for including the grocery bag holder ?

    Reply
    • Damjana at AppleGreen Cottage says

      March 08, 2017 at 11:07 am

      Thanks! Yours was one of those that are both handy and beautiful (love dot prints!). I could not resist adding it 🙂

      Reply

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