7 Free Sewing patterns You should know about in 2026

We get it. Sewing patterns can be an added expense when you are learning to sew, and sometimes you just want to save some money! Well, you’re in luck, because today we are sharing seven of our favorite FREE sewing patterns from our talented group of Confident Patternmaking graduates.

1. The Tote Tote from Steph Time

• Beginner Friendly

• Quick project

  
  This simple tote bag pattern includes a foldable tote for an easy tote on the go, as well as a fully lined tote with pockets and thicker straps to carry all of your projects, groceries or goodies around!
  
  

2. The Lounger Pants from Elle Stitch

• Beginner friendly

• Size-Inclusive

• Waist: 23”- 46”, Hips: 34”- 57”

The Lounger Pants are an elevated take on basic elastic waist lounge pants. They have a breezy wide leg fit and feature a hidden waistband. The pants have an optional drawstring at the waist, top stitched side pockets, bias bound back pockets and a deep hem.

3. Wrap me up hood from Charlotte Rach patterns

The Wrap-Me-Up comes in 3 styles and 2 tie lengths which you can mix and match to your wishes. With 2 finishing techniques to choose from, this sewing pattern comes together quickly, is an excellent in-between projects sew and a real skill-builder at the same time

Skills learned:

• adding a lining to a project

• finishing a raw edge with bias binding

• making your own bias binding from a square piece of fabric

4. Pillow Cover From High Country Women

• Beginner Friendly

• Works for any size pillow.
  
  This throw pillow cover is a classic, with an envelope opening in the back and an optional ruffle around the perimeter.

5. Easy Pot Holder from Jessilous Closet

• Beginner-friendly

These DIY potholder creations make fantastic sewing gifts for anyone on your list

6. The Spero Skirt from Summer Hauss

• Beginner Friendly

• Size Inclusive

• Hip: 32” - 67” (81-170 cm)

This size inclusive elastic waist skirt pattern is a great beginner sewing project. This could be your first garment sewing project!

7. Molly Makeup Pouch from Elle Stitch

• Beginner friendly

• Quick project

The Molly Makeup Pouch is a rectangular quilted makeup pouch. It is a perfect scrap buster project to make for yourself or as a gift for a friend.

Nat Della Selva

Nat Della Selva is a co-teacher for Confident Patternmaking and Grading. She completed the course in 2022 and holds a BFA in Fashion Design from the Columbus College of Art & Design. Based in Columbus, OH, Nat teaches sewing classes and runs Neighborhood Patterns, her sewing pattern company. She's passionate about making sewing approachable and sharing the joy it brings with others.

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