20+ 5 Minute Sewing Projects for Speed of Light Sewing
Sewing projects don't have to be an all-day affair. Sew and go with these fast and easy sewing projects!
Few people have unlimited time to spend at their sewing machines. Perhaps you spend an hour or two mending your family's clothing or catch a few minutes to work on your latest embroidery design.
Whatever your sewing time constraints are, we can all agree that sometimes sewing projects require too much time to be worth the investment, right?
Wrong!
With this handy list of quick sewing projects, 20+ 5 Minute Sewing Projects for Speed of Light Sewing, you can have high-quality sewn pieces in seconds! Want to spruce up your living space without sweating tirelessly over your spool pin?
Want to make a craft for your kids that won't make you nod off at the needle? This list is full of clever 5-minute ideas, from superhero capes to hair ties, that will have finished crafts flying from your presser foot!
In addition to being quick, the majority of these sewing projects are easy enough for beginners to sew. You don't have to spend hours studying every time you sit down with a pattern! All you need are basic sewing skills, a needle, and thread to complete this handy list.
This list includes everything from kids' crafts to home decor ideas to accessory sewing patterns. Your sewing list will never run dry, even when the clock is running out.
With a little bit of fabric and 300 seconds, you can turn any of these clever sewing project ideas into reality!
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Easy Home Decor Ideas
Home decorating is a notoriously expensive and time-consuming task. Furnishings can cost thousands of dollars, and even small enhancements seem to put a huge dent in your budget. People often turn to DIY home decor for a thrifty solution, but even then, home decor patterns can take hours to sew.
Eliminate the hassle of home decorating with this miracle list! These easy decorating ideas will have every room of your house artfully decked in less than 5 minutes. Adorn your walls with colorful trinkets, like the 5 Minute Scarf Wreath (shown), or make every surface snuggle-ready with super simple pillow patterns. Whichever projects you complete, your home is sure to get the facelift it needs!
When your allergies act up or you catch a nasty cold, it helps to have a snug design to face every time you reach for a tissue. This 5 Minute Kleenex Holder will give your tissue decor a cozy twist in no time!
Decorative pillows can cost a fortune at the home goods store, but now you can have them for a fraction of the cost without wasting time waiting in the check-out line!
Instead of leaving your bread to get stale on the counter, liven it up with an adorable sewn cozy! Not only will it protect your carb treats from midnight munchers, but this pattern will also be a colorful accent to any kitchen space.
These One Minute DIY Coasters are a ridiculously simple fix to pesky coffee table rings, and now you can have an entire set in under ten minutes! Give these delightful coasters as housewarming gifts, or make yourself special holiday prints for extra festive decor.
Now that you have this super quick list of sewing projects, what are you going to do with your extra time? After you treat yourself, return the favor to all of your family and friends with this free, downloadable eBook, How to Sew a Gift for Any Occasion: 12 Easy Do-It-Yourself Gift Ideas.How to Sew a Gift for Any Occasion: 12 Easy Do-It-Yourself Gift Ideas Free eBook
Accessory Sewing Patterns
Accessories, whether they're for fashion, function, or just for fun, are an integral part of expressing your personality every day. They capture your unique style while also serving necessary purposes, like pinning your hair in place or keeping the essentials on hand. Though it only takes minutes to accessorize yourself, it seems to take an eternity to make the accessories themselves.
Not anymore! This list of quick and simple accessory patterns will double your accessory stores in a matter of minutes. Make a cute bag to give as a party favor, like the 5 Minute Free Bag Pattern (shown), or make fabric embellishments you can attach to your own wardrobe. Either way, you're sure to look stunning while wearing these super-fast accessories!
Lip balm is a must-have on sunny, scorching, and dry days. However, it can be a pain to fish out your favorite chapstick from the bottom of your purse. Keep your lip balm at the ready with this super cute 5 Minute Lip Balm Carrier!
Yo-yos are darling embellishments to add to any sweater, purse, or pillow pattern. Now you can sew a slew of them for your notions collection in minutes, ready to brighten up any lackluster design.
Hair ties are a necessity for anyone with long hair. Give your ponytail some pomp with these adorable 5 Minute DIY Hair Ties, or make a matching set for you and a friend!
When you're in downward dog, the last thing you want is your hair getting in your face. Keep your mane at bay with this stylish and simple Twisted Yoga Headband.
Make a gift for the bookworm in your life with this neat 5 Minute DIY Bookmark! Fastened with a button and elastic, this darling design is guaranteed to keep your place even when a story sweeps you off your feet!
This ingenious DIY sewing project uses only three items and is made to stick right on your sewing machine. It'll be out of your way yet right within reach at all times. You'll never have to worry about losing your pins or pincushion again.
Add some new and exciting bracelet designs into your jewelry box by creating this Last Minute Party Cuff. Ringing true to its name, you can count this darling DIY bracelet among your easy sewing projects.
Grab a few towels from the kitchen and bathroom section at your favorite home dec store, pull a few scraps out of your scrap pile, and you've got some perfectly matching towels for any space!
Layered Leaves Felt Earrings Pattern
This no-sew DIY earrings tutorial layers two colors of felt on top of one another and fastens them through a hole punch with an earring hook. Since these homemade earrings are a piece of cake, you can have a pair tailored to any ensemble or to give to any friend.
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Fast Crafts for Kids
Keeping your kids clothed is daunting a task enough, let alone keeping them entertained. However, you don't need to strain your wallet to buy expensive toys. All you need is some felt and some thread, and you can make fast crafts for kids that will have them occupied for hours!
Fill your play chest with stuffed animals, like the rabbit you can sew after learning How to Make a Bunny in 5 Minutes (shown), or with dress-up materials for your kids and their dolls. This list has everything your kids could want to make their day extraordinary, and it only takes a 5-minute investment to start!
After your son watches his favorite superhero movie, it only makes sense that he should dream of saving the world. Help your little one achieve his mission with these brilliant, flowing superhero capes!
American Girl DIY Infinity Scarf
If your little fashionista wants to dress to the nines, it only makes sense that her best gal pal should, too! This American Girl DIY Infinity Scarf will complete any doll's ensemble, and it only takes a few minutes to make.
Want to hand out something new this Halloween? Then this 5 Minute Finger Puppet Craft could be just the thing for you! Sew a collection of these spooky puppet pals for a treat the neighborhood kids will enjoy for hours on end.
Using crazy simple, no-sew techniques, this cute little accessory can be created for any holiday. Whether you are attending a green gathering for St. Patrick's Day or looking for something pink and red for a V-Day brunch, this tutorial will show you exactly how to make a headband for any occasion.
About the Author:
Erin Hoffman was an editorial intern at AllFreeSewing. Learn more about her work and career aspirations by visiting her profile here:Erin Hoffman
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