Grandma-Approved: 32 Sewing Patterns for Retirees

Try this easy sewing tutorial to make a bolster pillow cover. Sew this clever hack and use your extra duvet as an insert for your bolster pillow. This drawstring pillow is perfect to decorate your bedroom and make your bed more comfortable.

These hanging dish towels look cute and are made using actual dish towels, which are absorbent. If you've found the perfect dishtowels but there is no way to hang them, then this is the perfect kitchen sewing project for you.

Keep your books nice, clean, and safe with this practical DIY book cover. If you love reading and you have a bunch of books, you also want them to stay in good condition so that you can enjoy them for years to come. 

Green crafting and zero-waste sewing have both been more popular than ever. That's why we adore these DIY reusable dryer sheets. This is a fast project for which you can use your cute scraps or fat quarters.

The next time you bring wine to a party or give some as a gift, give it in this DIY wine bag. With this tutorial, learn how to make a carrier that fits a bottle of wine perfectly.

This adorable, easy bag pattern will be your new favorite purse. Make a bag you will really truly love in your favorite color by marrying two to-die-for fabric prints with the Two-Print Bag Pattern.

You’ll never have to stop at the fabric store again once you break out this clever refashioning project. Made from durable denim, these slippers can withstand years of home relaxation and still be ultra-comfortable!

There has never been a project more useful than this Portable Hanging Cup Holder! Hand it onto your walker with a handy Velcro strap, and you can stay hydrated no matter where you roam.

For days when you go to the grocery store, curl up with your favorite novel, or even sew a project, this Snuggly Warm DIY Sweatshirt is just what you need. Stay toasty and soft in this relaxing pattern.

Learn how to make a DIY ice or hot pack and you’ll feel like you’re unwinding in a spa from the comfort of your own home. This simple sewing pattern is the cure-all for stiff necks, sore muscles, and even aching shoulders.

You’ll never catch a cold with this hip and snug Chilly Weather DIY Scarf! This simple pattern can be wrapped around your whole body so that you’ll feel like you’re swathed in a blanket even when you look couture.

The elastic waist and customizable size of this Women’s PJ Shorts Free Pattern will make a pair of home loungewear you’ll never want to take off. Whether you spend an evening or all day in these shorts, you’re guaranteed to be comfy!

Modeled after a pair of flip flops you already own, these upcycled Bath Towel Spa Slippers are guaranteed to give you the comfiest, snuggest fit for luxuriously lounge-friendly evenings.

When you’re taking care of your grandchildren, it’s always possible that one may fall under the weather. Always be prepared with a soothing touch using this Homemade Heating Pad. It takes less than an hour to sew!

If you think quilts are comfy on couches, imagine what they’ll be like on your dining room chairs! The Comfort Meets Quilting Chair Cushions are a creative way to soften your hard wooden chairs a fresh new look.

When you have a pile of fabric scraps heaped in your sewing room, pare it down with a brilliant and colorful Fabric Scraps Quilt! This cozy project would make a perfect bedspread for your grandchildren.

If you have bad knees, the last thing you want to do is be on your feet for hours on end. Remind yourself to take a breather in this quirky, funny, and decorative “Sit Down” Cross Stitch Cushion Pattern.

Look like a runway model even when you’re cloaked in comfort with this Sweater Weather Knit Dress Tutorial. This plush turtleneck design is perfect for nippy autumn days, and your friends are sure to ask you where you got it.

Whether you’re looking to make a pair of pants more flattering to your figure or you’re trying to show off a sexy post-weight loss body, this Tailoring Pants Tutorial is just what you need! This is a guide every woman should have.

There is nothing more fun and frilly than a tutu, and now your granddaughter can have one that’s attached to a play-friendly pair of leggings! You can make a girly, twirly pair in less than 30 minutes.

When your little man comes over for Sunday brunch, dress him to the nines in these classy Big Boy Bermuda Shorts. This pattern has it all, from an elastic waistband that makes getting them on a cinch to functional pockets.

Long, wide, and oh-so-cute, this darling Mega Bib will be a lifesaver for your newest grandchild. Never worry about stained clothes again with this big-boy-sized clothes protector, even when you’re just starting on solid food.

With your grandson constantly growing, it’s impossible not to want to sew him some custom-fit pajamas. Simple, cozy, and kid-friendly, these elastic-waisted pajama bottoms will be your grandson’s new favorite bedtime gear.

Plush, cuddly, and sweet, this How Joyful Bear will be your grandchild’s new favorite stuffed animal, guaranteed to bring magic into any child’s life. Sew it as a birthday gift or a Christmas present for something your little one is sure to love.

When your little boy wants to turn into a big man, then it’s time to help him on his journey with this handy, safe, and fun Child’s Tool Belt. Your grandson will love helping his grandfather out around the house.

Sleepovers at Grandma’s house? What fun! When your grandchildren come spend the night baking cookies and listening to stories, give them the comfiest roll-up bed possible. The best part? It costs less than $20 to make!