The days are growing longer and the temperature is rising; summer beckons us with endless possibilities for outdoor adventures and leisure. It’s the perfect time to explore summer sewing projects that not only celebrate the vibrant season but also offer practicality and style for your sun-filled activities.
As we eagerly plan picnics, beach outings, and backyard gatherings, there’s no better time to bring a touch of handmade charm to our summer adventures. Whether you’re lounging in the garden, sharing meals with friends under the open sky, or seeking shade by the seaside, the right sewing project can brighten your outdoor experience this summer
In this blog post, I’ve rounded up 15 simple and delightful sewing projects perfect for summer. From vibrant outdoor decor to practical picnic essentials, entertaining outdoor games, and cute wearable items, these projects are designed to add a splash of colour, creativity and functionality to your summer days.
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I’ve included some links and photographs of simple sewing projects to help you get started and inspire you with your sensational summer of sewing. But you know there are millions of ideas out there. Just find one that works for you!
Cute summer décor sewing projects for your patio
Whether you’d like to come up with some DIY décor for your outdoors or sew some useful basics for entertaining guests, why not try making one of these?
Fabric drink coasters
Coasters can be created in a gazillion versions, from round or square, simple to quilted. These fabric coasters from I Can Sew This are one of the easiest patterns around!
Door wreath
While summer is here being able to add some homemade décor for outdoors is a lovely way to add a pop of colour. Check out this no-sew (!) fabric wreath, watermelon-style from Craft Create Cook.
Bunting garland
These cute strings of flags get called by many names: bunting, garland, banner, you name it! With some cute fabrics, start with a basic tutorial like this one from Polkadot Chair.
Drink holders
Keep those cans of drinks chilled out in the warm weather by sewing up a drink cozy or more with funky summer fabric, like these ones from Crafty for Home.
Ice block holders
Summer fun means cold treats! And what better way to keep fingers from freezing to ice pops with these fun fabric popsicle holders like these ones from Life Sew Savoury.
Practical projects to sew for your garden
If getting more active in the garden is your thing, try these garden accessories brighten your work day!
Gardening apron
Make a practical apron with some pockets for handy storage of those small tools when pottering about the garden. Have a look at his sewing tutorial from Garden Therapy.
Garden kneeling pad
Protect those knees when spending long periods of time on the ground with this handmade gardening knee pad from Madam Sew. (Bonus points for using up fabric scraps as stuffing. 💪)
Awesome summer sewing projects for outdoor fun and adventures
These fun accessories are great for beach days, backyard play or picnics in the park.
Picnic blanket
A picnic blanket is so useful to have when out and about outdoors, whether an actual picnic is in the plans! Try one like this from Flamingo Toes.
Fabric bowl covers
Keep those unwanted visitors away from your delicious goodies without resorting to wasteful plastic wrap by sewing your own fabric bowl covers, like these from Sew Crafty Me.
Sunglasses case
Protect those stunning sunnies from the bottom of your bag (or scratchy beach sand) by making a cute, padded sunglasses case like this one from Bombshell Bling.
Outdoor pillow bed
Not only the kids are sure to love a pillow bed to laze about on out in the garden. Portable and easy to wash as needed, take a look at this sewing tutorial from This Heart of Mine.
Bean bags
Get up and get moving with these fun bean bags. Whether corn toss, juggling, hopscotch or throw and catch is the name of the game, try these super easy bean bags to sew from Everything’s Famtastic.
Speedy sewing projects to make and wear this summer
Not only can you sew accessories for your patio and garden, but also for yourself, of course! Sun safe and super cute!
Sunhat
Stylish and protecting skin from the harsh sun is a must in summer. A bucket hat is a great sewing project and this easy to following sewing tutorial from AppleGreen Cottage comes in 5 sizes!
Bandana
If you’ve got some fine fabric lying around waiting to be created into something to match your style, try making your own bandana like this one from Makyla Creates.
Headband
When you’d a stylish accessory to keep the hair off your face but a bandana isn’t quite the thing you’re after, how about a fabric headband with elastic, such as this from Sew Crafty Me.
What to do this summer? More warm weather sewing and family fun ideas
Since we’re talking about summer, here are a bunch of other summer fun activities and sewing projects to discover!
🌞 Summer boredom busters for kids
🌞 Unforgettable summer fun activities for teens and tweens
🌞 Summer parenting memes to keep you laughing
🌞 Sensational Projects to sew for your next camping trip
Whether you’re a sewing newbie or a seasoned seamstress, these projects offer a perfect blend of simplicity, fun, and functionality, ensuring your sewing skills shine as brightly as the summer sun. 🤩
These fun and easy sewing projects are more than just creative pastimes- they also offer endless opportunities to add a personal touch to your home, patio, and family activities. Happy sewing, and may your summer be filled with joy, creativity, and beautiful handmade moments!
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