It doesn’t matter if you’re 5 or 105, having a creative outlet can have a positive impact on your life. Whether you choose to knit, crochet, sew, quilt, or make your own jewelry, there are plenty of ways you can indulge your creative side to make things that you and your loved ones can wear. Even though sometimes these creative outlets require skill, with some practice and perseverance, you can make clothing items and accessories that you are proud of. Below is a list of fashion activities you can learn and create. You can do these activities in your free time, with a friend or family member, or even start a business one day!
- Free Vintage Embroidery Patterns: This page offers free embroidery patterns. Check back often as the patterns are always rotating!
- Directory of Free Crochet Patterns: Use this directory to find every crocheting pattern you’ll ever need.
- Popular Knitting Patterns Use these kitting patterns to make warm ponchos, sweaters, socks, and scarves.
- Freezer Paper Stencil Fun: Use freezer paper to create simple t-shirt stencils with your family.
- Knotted Friendship Bracelet (PDF): Follow these instructions and create a long lasting friendship bracelet,
- Free Embroidery Patterns: Download these free embroidery patterns to make colorful designs for your clothing.
- Free Crochet Hat Pattern for Beginners: Learn how to crochet by following the written instructions or step by step video.
- How to Sew on a Button: Learn how to sew on a button.
- DIY Chain Necklace and Bracelet with Rubber Bands: Use colorful rubber bands to create chain jewelry.
- Easy Tie Dye for Kids: Learn how to tie dye clothing with your family!
- Free Hooded Pullover Knitting Pattern: Once you start to feel confident in your skills, make this sweater by using an intermediate knitting pattern.
- Knit Slippers: Basic knitting skills are all that’s required to make these cozy knit slippers.
- Making a Leather Jacket: This video goes in depth on how to design and sew your dream leather jacket.
- Rainbow Loom Bracelets: Use a Rainbow Loom and small rubber bands to create a variety of fun and colorful bracelets.
- 8 Tie-Dye Patterns and Instructions: This page shows off eight different tie dye patterns with step by step instructions to create them yourself.
- DIY a Kimono: Sew your own kimono with just $10 and thirty minutes.
- Crochet Modern Granny Scarf Pattern: Create a warm and thick scarf by following this step by step guide.
- One-Hour Dress Tutorial: Here’s an easy way to make a comfortable new dress with some fabric, elastic and a sewing machine.
- DIY Paracord Survival Bracelet: Step-by-step instructions with pictures on how to make your own paracord bracelet.
- Visible Mending: Upcycle and mend your worn out clothing.
- DIY Jewelry Patterns: Explore a huge list of different jewelry patterns ranging from simple to more advanced.
- T-Shirt Painting Party: Add some pizzazz to your shirts by using fabric pens, paint, and more!
- Easy Embellishments for Sewing Projects: Add decorative stitches to your current clothes to spruce up your wardrobe!
- Celtic or Overlapping Friendship Bracelets (PDF): Follow these instructions to make friendship bracelets!
- Simple Medieval Garb for a Beginner: If you’re into Historical costumes but new to making your own, here’s a simple explanation of how to make a few different Medieval items.
- Make Your Own Fitted T-Shirt: This tutorial is for knit fabric only. It offers a step-by-step tutorial with pictures to guide you every step of the way.
- How to Make a Round Braided Leather Bracelet: If you’re interested in leather jewelry, here are some instructions to make your own bracelets.
- Clematis Baby Shawl (PDF): This intermediate level pattern offers a step by step look at how to create a small shawl.
- DIY Loving Hearts Collar Pin: You can use this simple pattern to create a pin that will dress up any shirt you own.
