Looking for some ways to make extra money this year and know how to sew? When it comes to top-selling items on Etsy, sewing projects are definitely some of the best sellers, especially at Christmas time. Learn how to make some extra cash by leveraging those sewing skills and have fun while doing it. Have no idea where to start? Well, we made that easy for you by putting together a list of 50 easy DIY sewing projects to make and sell.
Whether you have your own online shop, are an Etsy newbie or sell your sewing wares elsewhere, you can certainly find some awesome new things to sew here. From quick DIY farmhouse home decor ideas to creative fashion and wearables to some adorable and marketable gift ideas to sew, you are sure to find some cool new things to sew here. These are projects I’ve tried and tested making and selling, and these are the cutest, most profitable sewing items I could find. I you love to sew and make money doing it, these fabric crafts are sure to please. All complete with instructions, tutorials and photos, plus lots of cool tips, you are ready to get busy to sell before Christmas. Don’t let the holidays limit you, though. Most of these are top sellers all year round. Want to find some crafts to make and sell while you are at it? Try these 75 Top Selling Crafts to Make and Sell, too.
Sewing Projects to Make and Sell
1. Mermaid Tail Adult Blanket
Get warm and cozy with this adorable mermaid tail blanket from Sew Much Ado. The instructions are so easy to follow that you won’t have a hard time even if you’re a beginner sewer. I can’t wait to download the free patterns and get started!
2. Zipper Pencil Pouch to Sew and Sell
I just love how stylish this zipper pencil pouch is! And with only 10 steps, you will be able to re-create this simple DIY. Adding bling into the zipper is also a brilliant idea. Head on over to Positively Splendid to learn more and gather inspiration.
3. Mini Make-Up Bag
4. Fall Plaid Crossbody Bag
Would you believe that this stylish and classy crossbody bag is made from a kitchen towel and faux leather? But look at how cute this turned out. Definitely a charmer! I just love the yellow plaid and I think this would be the perfect bag to use in the summer. Find out the details at A Kailo Chic Life.
Check out all of these things to sew and sell in one place on YouTube, then come back to visit our favorite DIY sewing blogs for step-by-step instructions and patterns.
6. DIY Fabric Koozies for Etsy Shop (or Gift Giving)
This is one of my favorite things to sew, ever. I just love being able to choose hundreds of different looks for these, so it allows for the making of them not to get old. Fabric scraps work great for this sewing project you can sell on Etsy or other shops. You just need fabric, insulated liner and some velcro to make these. There is a video sewing tutorial and step by step instructions for making these DIY koozie drink covers for cans or bottles. Super cute use of leftover fabric pieces, no? My dad and brothers love these and want more every year at Christmas. Yours may, too!
7. Mixer Bowl Cover
Keep out dust and crumbs from the mixer bowl by sewing this cute cover. If you have fat quarters lying around, then you are off to a good start. This is a genius idea so even if you are a bit new to sewing, I am pretty sure this is a project that you can handle.
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8. Origami Market Bag
Now, I am really keen on trying this project simply because it looks so cool and I just love tote bags. The instructions are not difficult at all so its perfect for sewing novices like me. I just adore the contrasting handle and whole package, actually. Perfect gift for mom, too!
10. Portable First Aid Kit
Got fabric scraps from your sewing stash? The portable first aid kit is a terrific sewing project that you can make and sell from using fabric scraps. It looks super cute and super functional too. I love the little compartments and pockets for the band-aids and other stuff. It’s an easy and inexpensive DIY that can make for a perfect gift as well.
Want to watch and look at all of these creative sewing ideas to sell? Check out this Pinterest video to see all, then visit the links here to see the posts from our favorite DIY bloggers, all with step by step instructions for the top selling sewing projects.
12. 5 Minute Key Fob
I am a big fan of fun crafts, and this 5 minute key fob idea is one of my favorites. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. You can grab the whole recipe from Crazylittleprojects at the link.
14. Easy DIY 30 Minute Apron
Why not try an easy tutorial the easy way? This easy diy 30 minute apron idea makes it simple. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Head over to Flamingotoes for the complete recipe.
16. Boxer Pajama Shorts
This is home decor, and I never get tired of it. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the boxer pajama shorts. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Mellysews has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
17. Easy DIY Tea Towels
Whether it is a weeknight or a get-together, this easy diy tea towels idea fits right in if you love craft ideas. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. You can grab the whole recipe from Mamainastitch at the link.
18. Easy Fabric Bows
Give this easy fabric bows idea a try the next time you want DIY projects. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Get the full recipe from Stitchedbycrystal to see every step.
19. Fabric Heart Coasters
Thirtyhandmadedays nailed it with this fabric heart coasters idea – easy crafts, no fuss. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the fabric heart coasters. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Head over to Thirtyhandmadedays for the complete recipe.
20. Fabric Basket
My family always asks for step by step instructions like this, and this fabric basket idea is one we keep making. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Check out Polkadotchair’s full tutorial for all the details.
21. Easy Burlap Drawstring Bag
Ever crave a fun DIY? This easy burlap drawstring bag idea is the one I keep going back to. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Sewlicioushomedecor has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
23. Easy DIY Ironing Board Organizer
This easy diy ironing board organizer idea is quick, easy, and a real win for a clear how-to. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Get the full recipe from Flamingotoes to see every step.
24. Color Block Pillowcase
Why make it complicated? This color block pillowcase idea keeps an easy tutorial simple. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the color block pillowcase. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Head over to We Are Scout for the complete recipe.
25. Quilted Circle Coasters
Quilted Circle Coasters? Sign me up. This is handmade goods done right. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Check out Craftfoxes’s full tutorial for all the details.
26. Minky Baby Blanket
Here is home decor, and I keep coming back to it year after year. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Loganberryhandmade has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
27. Geometric Zipper Pouch
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From a quiet night in to a full house, this geometric zipper pouch idea works if you love craft ideas. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the geometric zipper pouch. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Our full tutorial walks you through every step.
28. Simple Tulle Skirt
Try this simple tulle skirt idea next time you’re after step by step instructions. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Get the full recipe from Cottonandcurls to see every step.
29. Binder Pencil Case DIY
Gina Michele really knows a fun DIY, and this binder pencil case diy idea shows it. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Head over to Gina Michele for the complete recipe.
31. Fringed Clutch
Looking for a clear how-to that actually works? This fringed clutch idea is it. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Designsponge has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
32. Crafty Crayon Roll Up
I will admit it, I am obsessed with an easy tutorial, and this crafty crayon roll up idea proves it. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the crayon roll up. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. You can grab the whole recipe from So Sew Easy at the link.
33. DIY Headbands
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This diy headbands idea is fuss free and delivers on handmade goods. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Get our full step by step tutorial to try it yourself.
34. DIY Sunglass Case
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No need to overthink home decor – this diy sunglass case idea is refreshingly simple. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Try it yourself with our full recipe tutorial.
35. Sweater Beanie
Sweater Beanie, and it is a good one. Just a fun DIY, no fuss. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the sweater beanie. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Check out Abeautifulmess’s full tutorial for all the details.
36. DIY Reversible Tote
I do not think I will ever get tired of fun crafts like this. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Haberdasheryfun has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
38. Easy Envelope Clutch Purse
Put this easy envelope clutch purse idea on your list next time you want an easy tutorial. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Get the full recipe from We Are Scout to see every step.
39. Soup Bowl Cozy
Credit where it is due – Happyhourstitches really delivers on handmade goods, this soup bowl cozy idea included. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Head over to Happyhourstitches for the complete recipe.
40. DIY Oven Mitt
We go through a fun DIY like this quickly at my house, and this diy oven mitt idea is a favorite. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the oven mitt. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Check out Marymarthamama’s full tutorial for all the details.
41. Baby Blanket and Toy All In One
Craving fun crafts without much effort? This baby blanket and toy all in one idea has you covered. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Sewtoy has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
42. DIY Laptop Bag
Count me as a fan of a clear how-to – this diy laptop bag idea is proof. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. You can grab the whole recipe from Thetiptoefairy at the link.
44. Pom Pom Burp Cloth
Skip the fuss – this pom pom burp cloth idea is a fun DIY done the easy way. I will admit I have messed this one up before by skipping a step I thought did not matter, so trust the process. This one always gets asked about when I bring it out. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Head over to Marymarthamama for the complete recipe.
45. DIY Kitchen Wet Bag
DIY Kitchen Wet Bag for the win. This is fun crafts at its easiest. A friend of mine swears by doubling the batch, since it never seems to last as long as you think it will. Even on a busy night, this one is realistic to actually make. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Check out Diydanielle’s full tutorial for all the details.
46. Quilted Bread Basket Cover
There is a reason I keep making a clear how-to like this one. I used to overthink this one, but it turns out the simple version is just as good as the fussy one. A little effort goes a long way with this one. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Haberdasheryfun has the full step by step tutorial if you want to make it yourself.
47. Lace Shorts DIY
Big party or just for yourself, this lace shorts diy idea nails a fun DIY. My first attempt at this was not exactly picture perfect, but it still turned out great, which taught me not to stress over it. No fancy equipment needed, just a few basics you probably already have. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. You can grab the whole recipe from Sincerelykinsey at the link.
48. Fabric Clip Purse
Make this fabric clip purse idea your go-to next time you want fun crafts. I learned the hard way that rushing this one is not worth it, so give yourself the extra few minutes. It’s simple to put together and always turns out great, especially with the fabric clip purse. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. Get the full recipe from Lanaredstudio to see every step.
49. Table Setting Placemat
Theinspiredwren’s take on a clear how-to is a good one, and this table setting placemat idea is why. I almost skipped this one the first time around, and I am glad I did not, because it turned into a regular around here. It keeps well too, so it’s easy to make ahead of time. You can scale it up or down depending on how many people you are making it for. Head over to Theinspiredwren for the complete recipe.
50. Keyboard Wrist Rest
This is the kind of a fun DIY my family requests on repeat, and this keyboard wrist rest idea delivers. This is one I originally made by accident, sort of, after improvising with what I had on hand, and it stuck. It comes together faster than you’d expect for how good it tastes. The whole thing comes together with basic tools and ingredients, nothing fancy or hard to find. Check out Natashalh’s full tutorial for all the details.
51. Reversible Table Runner
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Do you love a fun DIY? This reversible table runner idea is exactly the kind of thing I go looking for. The first time I tried this I rushed it, and it taught me that a little patience really does pay off here. It’s the kind of thing you can whip up without any fuss, especially with the reversible table runner. Even if you are newer to this, it is a forgiving one to start with. We’ve got the complete tutorial for you right at the link.
