As you browse through all these free sewing patterns for beginners, take a moment to pick one or two you think you can start with. Don't try to conquer them all in one try. You can always come back for more ideas and inspiration.
Sewing Projects in Under an Hour
DIY Glasses Casefrom Sew Simple Home
Keep those glasses free from scratches with this easy sunglasses and eyeglasses case tutorial.
DIY Makeup Remover Wipesfrom AppleGreen Cottage
Save money and time with these adorable and easy DIY makeup remover wipes.
Easy Key Fobfrom Sew Simple Home This key fob is the perfect addition to your key ring.
DIY Gift Card Walletfrom Jennie Masterson
Give a fun reusable gift card wallet for graduation, wedding or birthday gifts.
Tissue Pocket
Keep those tissues clean and safe in their own pocket
DIY Tea Walletfrom Sew Simple Home
Take your favorite teas along with you everywhere you go with this easy pattern.
Knit Headbandsfrom Heather Handmade Why buy a headband when you can make one easily and give yourself the look you want. Easy Sleep Mask Chase the bac dreams away with this easy sleep mask pattern 
Capstick Keychain
You'll always be able to find your chapstick now
Bifold Wallet
Simple and functional for men and women.
Easy Beginner Bags and Totes
Simple DIY Book Bag Pattern and Tutorial fromSew Simple Home
We can all use a good book bag and this one is great for the beginner. Kids and adults alike love a cute bookbag.
Pencil Pouch fromSew Simple Home 
Drawstring Backpackfrom Orange Bettie
A simple backpack like this makes a great overnight bag or fun weekend bag.
Tea Towel Bagfrom Sum of Their Stories Making a stylish bag was never so simple. 
Drawstring Tote Bag fromSew Simple Home
Another great organizing idea is to make drawstring tote bags for toys, games and books. They are easy to sew and perfect for getting your house organized. Tote bags are many of my students favorite projects.
Like sewing bags and pouches? We've got a big list of somebeautiful Bags, Pouches, Purses and Wallets
Sewing for Kids
Peasant Play Dressfrom Sew Simple Home
If you really want your firstsewing project to be a dress, a peasant dress is always a good starting point. Peasant dresses are simple and fit any little one, even with a few tiny mistakes.
Reusable Snack Bag fromSew Simple Home A reusable snack bag is useful and only takes a little bit of time to make. Plus, you'll learn to sew hook and loop tape! You'll need to know how to sew with lots of different notions. 
Crayon Roll from Sew Simple Home Baby Burp Cloths fromSew Simple Home Or if you'd rather, make a baby burp cloth. Heck, be brave and make them both!! Baby projects are great because they require little fabric and anything tiny is always better. Superhero Cape fromSew Simple Home Make this fun superhero cape for your little one. You'll get some practice sewing and they'll get a fun surprise they'll use over and over again. This project includes a free pattern and free appliques for several different superheroes. Baby bibs make great gifts and you can practice sewing a curved line. This is a great beginner project. Plus, you can gift it to all those new babies. Keep those little fingers nice and warm while enjoying a yummy summer treat. Fleece Ear Warmer Pattern Just a few stitches and those ears will be warm all winter. Looking for more sewing ideas for babies? Check out thisGiant List of Free Baby Sewing Projectsthat are great for beginners. 
One of my favorite free sewing patterns for beginners is this crayon roll. All you need to do is sew straight lines.
My students always do really well on this project. You also get to choose 3 contrasting fabrics which is great when you can't decide on a fabric. 
Sewing Projects for the Home
DIY Fringe Cloth Napkinsfrom Cucicucicoo
Cloth napkins are a great way to save money and make a simple table seem more elegant.
Microwave Bowl Cozy Keep those bowls warm and your hand cool with this fun cozy. Lavender Sachetsfrom Sew Simple Home Help every drawer and closet smell fresh with these quick sachets. Laptop Sleevefrom Sew Simple Home Learn to make your own laptop or Chromebook sleeve DIY Plastic Bag Holderfrom Sew Simple Home Store those grocery bags the easy way with this super simple tutorial to make your own plastic bag holder. Easy Holiday Buntingfrom Sew Simple Home Bunting is a great free sewing pattern for beginners. You can make bunting for each holiday or season. Or just some for everyday. Easy Pot Holdersfrom Sew Simple Home Simple Curtains Curtains don't have to be hard and making your own can save you money.
How about making these cute kitchen pot holders! Wouldn't this make a fun gift for the holidays? These are great projects because they'll teach you to sew rounded edges. 
