Are you ready to infuse your living space with a personal touch that reflects your unique style and creativity? Whether you’re a seasoned sewing pro or just sitting down to thread your sewing machine needle for the first time, there’s a world of exciting home decor possibilities awaiting you. From custom throw pillows to stunning table linens and beyond, sewing your own home decor can be both a rewarding and budget-friendly way to jazz up your living space.
In this blog, you’re about to discover a bundle of easy sewing projects for your home. No need for a super fancy sewing machine or years of experience; these projects are designed with beginners in mind (lots of straight lines ahead! 😉), but they’re equally appealing to seasoned crafters looking for quick and satisfying sewing projects.
Get ready to explore the wonderful world of sewing your own home decor and discover how a few simple steps can transform your living space.
Psst! For specific occasions like Christmas or Spring etc I’ve also got loads of home décor ideas you can make. Just follow the links at the bottom of this blog post. 👍
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Reasons why you should sew things for your home
Sewing things for your home can be immensely rewarding (and useful!) for SO MANY reasons! Here are just some reasons you’ll want to start creating:
Personalised look
When you sew items for your home, you have complete control over the size, quantity, fabric, design and colour choices. This allows you to create decor and furnishings that perfectly match your needs as well as your personal style and preferences.
Unique decor
Handmade items add a unique and personal touch to your home decor. You can create one-of-a-kind pieces that stand out and reflect your individual creativity. I get a little kick out of knowing that nobody else on the planet has the exact same thing that I have sewn myself!
Skill development
Sewing provides valuable skills that can be learned and improved upon over time. It can be a satisfying and creative hobby that offers never-ending opportunities for growth and creative expression.
Upcycling and Recycling
Sewing allows you to repurpose old textiles, clothing items and fabric scraps, reducing waste and giving new life to materials that might otherwise be tossed in the trash.
Gift-giving
I love making beautiful items to share with others, don’t you? Handmade home items make thoughtful and personalized gifts for friends and family on various occasions, from housewarmings to weddings.
Can sewing beginners sew things for their home?
Absolutely! Sewing beginners can certainly sew things for their home. In fact, as you’re about to discover many simple home sewing projects are ideal for those who are just starting to learn how to sew.
If you’d to work up your confidence a bit before you get started, why don’t you try these fun sewing practice sheets, grab your must-have sewing tools and dive on in!
Fun and easy home décor sewing patterns to make
How to sew a fabric basket in any size
Practical and pretty as well as being a great way to upcycle textiles (hello, old jeans and curtains!), fabric baskets are so versatile!
There are many sewing tutorials available describing ways to create decorative storage boxes for your home. This tutorial is great not only because it is loaded with step-by-step photos, but also because it shows you the technique to create a fabric box in any size you want!
Discover how with the sewing instructions at Everything’s Famtastic.
Easy quilted placemat pattern
While I’m no quilter, this sewing project is described so well and the finished product so beautiful, I’m tempted to try some myself!
The instructions are easy to follow and with ample photos, you’ll be able to sew your own eye-catching placemats in no time! They’re also a great way to use up leftover fabric scraps you have laying around from other projects. 😉
Read the sewing tutorial at AppleGreen Cottage.
How to sew an egg warmer basket
Who doesn’t enjoy a boiled goog for Sunday breakfast? What?!? You’ve never heard the word “goog” before?!? Must be an Australian thing… 😅
Regardless, this cute little basket with thick fleece lining is the perfect holder to keep up to 4 googs boiled eggs snug and warm on the breakfast table until you’re ready to dig in. The sewing tutorial is easy to sew along with and the egg basket makes a sweet gift for other egg-lovers.
Find the instructions at Everything’s Famtastic.
Cheap and easy way to make a kids’ pillow bed
I’ve seen a few variations of these type of pillow beds and it’s easy to see why they’re so popular to make; kids love to flop on the floor to read, chat or watch TV and these pillow beds are brilliant for those occasions (frequently in the living room! 😅)
I liked this version of a pillow bed because instead of buying a few pillow cases (which can get expensive) and sewing them all together, you can simply use a bedsheet and sew a few straight seams in pillow-sized sections!
See for yourself at It’s Always Autumn.
How to sew throw pillow covers (envelope pillow style!)
Have you ever seen a sofa without some kind of cute cushion on it? Probably not! Store-bought cushions can be nice, but it can sometimes be hard to find exactly what you want at an affordable price!
This digital sewing course is complete with instructions and videos and tips to sew throw pillow covers using a variety of designs. Bonus? It’s perfectly suited for beginners too and there are no zippers involved!
Get all the details at JennyFamtasticSews.
If you’re after more ideas for handmade home décor for a specific season or occasion, I can help with that too!
👉 Easter Easter sewing projects
👉 Christmas sewing projects to brighten your home
Righto! Now you’ve got no excuse to say that you have no idea where to start with sewing some unique, lovely décor for your home (or perhaps as a gift for someone special)! 😅
Instead, the question is, what will you sew first? Let us know in the comments below!
