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Since I’m in the middle of planning my seasonal capsule wardrobe, I’ve been scouring the internet for free fall sewing patterns. Sew Magazine is a treasure trove of free sewing patterns, but navigating through them can be a challenge. Some patterns are just templates with no instructions (those are in the paid magazine), and their categories aren’t very well organised.

Free Fall Sewing Patterns

That’s why I took on the task of going through all 101 pages of their free patterns to find my favourite free fall sewing patterns with instructions. Today, I’m sharing my curated list of patterns that are ideal for fall. These designs include plenty of outer layers and versatile bottoms that can be mixed and matched to create several interchangeable outfits.

I love that Sew Magazine offers free, professionally designed sewing patterns free of charge. However, the downside is that many of these patterns aren’t size-inclusive, and the instructions aren’t as detailed as what you’d find with many indie patterns. But they’re still a great find. For each pattern I share, you’ll find a link that takes you directly to the pattern page. You’ll need to sign up to download the patterns, and for most of them, instructions can be found on the pattern page or included in a zipped folder available for download.

Ready to plan your fall sewing projects? Let’s get started!

1. Adeline Skirt

Adeline Skirt
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The Adeline Skirt is a simple design that works well with heavier weight fabrics, making it a great choice for fall sewing projects. The sample on Sew Magazine website was sewn using corduroy which is perfect for the cooler season. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

2. Paula Skirt

Paula Skirt
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This A-line paneled skirt has really classic simple visual interest. The sample was sewn with wool felt making it ideal for fall. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

3. Victoria Midi Skirt

Victoria Midi Skirt
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The Victoria Midi Skirt is longer than the previous skirts I've highlighted. It's a simple midi skirt with patch pockets that works well with heavyweight fabrics. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

4. The Zara Skirt

The Zara Skirt
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This is by far my favorite skirt pattern. I think it can work well for fall if sewn with heavier fabrics. It's a paneled, above-the-knee skirt with non-functional buttons and a concealed zip. I’d love to make this in corduroy if I can find the right fabric. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

5. Alex Shacket

Alex Shacket
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Shackets were trending in 2021/2022 but I think they never go out of style. A shacket is basically a cross between a shirt and a jacket, making it perfect for fall. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

6. Freya Coat

Freya Coat
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The Freya Coat is a relaxed and slouchy coat with lining. I've had my eye on this sewing pattern for a while as I'd like to make a quilted jacket and I think it's the perfect pattern for this. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

7. Alicia Cardigan

Alicia Cardigan
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This is a great layering piece, made from cotton jersey. I have to say I'm quite hesitant to sew this because I doubt that I could achieve a beautiful and neat finish. But if I can sew a t-shirt fairly neatly, then this should be easy enough. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

8. Millie Raincoat

Millie Raincoat
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The Millie Raincoat is a very practical sewing project for fall. It's made using waterproof laminated fabric. I've only ever worked with PUL for period panties but never laminated fabric. I'll probably get to this sewing pattern last as it's not essential for me at the moment. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

9. Waistcoat

Waistcoat
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This sewing pattern is a paneled waistcoat that can be layered with a shirt or beautiful blouse. I've never owned a waistcoat, but I am seriously thinking about eventually making one. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

10. Serena Coat

Serena Coat
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The Serena Coat is a simple sewing pattern (for a coat at least). The sample has been made from boiled wool which doesn't fray. It has no lining or fasteners, making it a great sewing project for beginners. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

11. Shauna Coatigan

Shauna Coatigan
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The Shauna Coatigan, much like the Serena Coat, is a suitable project for beginners since it requires no lining, buttonholes, or fasteners to worry about. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

12. Amber Top

Amber Top
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The Amber Top is a great project to grow your sewing skills when it comes to knits. It features a unique twisted front cut-out. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

13. Trina Turtleneck

Trina Turtleneck
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The Trina Turtleneck is a timeless classic piece designed for four-way stretch fabrics that is straightforward to construct. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

14. Delia Pullover

Delia Pullover
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The Delia Pullover is a lightweight pullover that features a muff pocket. I'm looking to add this to my loungewear wardrobe. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

15. Winona Top

Winona Top
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The Winona Top is a simple but stylish shirt that can be layered under a coat, cardigan, or pullover. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

16. Ellen Jeans

Ellen Jeans
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The Ellen Jeans are made from stretch denim, offering a more forgiving fit and added comfort. If you've been hesitant about sewing pants, this might be your sign to give it a try. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

17. Amelia Trousers

Amelia Trousers
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The Amelia Trousers are perfect pants for season transitions. They are made in a medium-weight fabric and feature a pretty paperbag waist. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

18. Peggy Trousers

Peggy Trousers
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This is my favorite bottoms pattern in the Sew Magazine round-up. The Peggy Trousers look cozy and comfortable, and I hope to use the top-down center-out method to get a good fit. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

19. Laurel Trousers

Laurel Trousers
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The Laurel Trousers offer a more figure-hugging fit than the Peggy Trousers. They are tapered pants inspired by Audrey Hepburn. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

20. Rosa Dress

Rosa Dress
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Last but not least, the only dress in this pattern roundup is the Rosa Dress, made from a pretty crimson velvet, making it perfect for fall and cooler weather in general. You can learn more about this sewing pattern here.

That’s the end of my list of free fall sewing patterns from Sew Magazine. While there are many more patterns out there, these are my top picks for the season. I hope this list inspires you and makes organizing your autumn sewing projects a little easier. Let me know your favorite patterns in the comments.

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I've been seeing delicate lace trim scrunchies all over the internet, and because sewing is my superpower, I decided to make a few for myself. Today, I'll be sharing a tutorial on how to sew gorgeous scrunchies with lace trim, as seen in the popular coquette aesthetic. It's easy and only requires a few extra steps on top of the regular scrunchie sewing method. Plus, it uses the burrito method for a neat finish. Let’s get started!

How to Sew Lace-trim Scrunchies

Before you begin, gather the following materials:

  • Fabric: 60 cm (23 1/2 in) x 10 cm (4 in)
  • Trim: 60 cm (23 1/2 in) that is 2.5 - 5 cm wide (1-2 inches wide)
  • Narrow elastic: 20 cm (7 3/4 in)

Step 1: Cut Fabric and Trim

Scrunchie sewing materials including scrap fabric, lace trim, and narrow elastic

First, cut your materials to size:

  • Cut a rectangle of fabric that is 60 cm (23 1/2 in) long and 10 cm (4 in) wide.
  • Cut 60 cm (23 1/2 in) of cotton lace trim or any trim you have on hand.
  • Cut 20 cm (7 3/4 in) of elastic.

Step 2: Sew the Fabric

  • With right sides facing, fold the fabric in half crosswise and sew along the short edges with a 1 cm (3/8 in) seam allowance.
  • Press the seam open.
Peach linen fabric scrap sewed crosswise

Step 3: Prepare & Attach Trim

Prepare your trim for attachment:

  • Fold one edge of the trim by 1 cm (3/8 in) onto the wrong side. Topstitch the folded edge. Trim the excess.
White lace trim folded on one edge

Now, to attach the trim to your fabric:

  • Turn your tube of fabric right side out.
  • Place the wrong side of the trim onto the right side of the fabric, lining up the edges.
  • Pin the trim (the unfolded edge) to the fabric, starting 1 cm or 3/8 in beyond the seam. Carry on pinning around the tube of fabric.
  • As you approach the starting point, overlap the unfolded edge of the trim with the folded edge and pin in place to secure.
Lace trim on peach linen fabric

Step 4: Sew the Trim to the Fabric

Sewing a scrunchie step: sewing lace trim on peach linen fabric
  • Sew the edges of the trim together over the existing line of stitching on the folded edge (do not sew the fabric; only sew the trim).
  • Trim the excess trim (don't trim the fabric!).
  • Turn the fabric inside out with the wrong side facing you.

Step 5: Sewing the Burrito

  • Roll up the bottom and top edge of the top layer of fabric towards each other.
  • Fold the bottom edge of the lower layer of fabric onto the top edge, enclosing the rolled fabric.
  • Carefully start sewing with a 1 cm (3/8 in) seam allowance, making sure not to sew the inner rolled-up layer.
  • Repeat and stop about 2.5 cm (1 in) away from the stitch line you started to leave a little gap to pull the fabric out through.
  • Turn the fabric right side out by pulling out the inner layers. Press your scrunchie.
Sewing a scrunchie using the burrito method.

Step 6: Insert Elastic

Sewing a scrunchie step: Threading the elastic through the scrunchie with a safety pin
  • Using a safety pin, thread a piece of elastic (20 cm or 7 3/4 in) through the fabric tube. Make sure the end of the elastic remains outside the tube. I actually like to pin the other end to the fabric to make sure it remains outside the scrunchie.
  • Once you thread the scrunchie, overlap the elastic ends by 1 cm (3/8 cm) and sew them together.

Step 7: Finish Your Scrunchie

Image of scrunchie being topstitched near the lace
  • Tuck the raw edges of the opening inside and sew the opening closed using a slip stitch or by topstitching. I chose to topstitch the gap closed and actually sewed around the entire scrunchie. I love the look!
Finished peach linen scrunchie with off white cotton lace trim

Your scrunchie with trim is now complete. Enjoy!

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Are you looking for some sewing inspiration? Advice from sewing experts and instructors can truly come in handy when you need a little boost along your sewing journey. I've curated 5 inspirational sewing quotes from the authors of some well-written books to fuel your passion and creativity. You can download these images and save them for whenever you need some sewing inspo. Let's get started.

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Here is a good guide: if you don't enjoy the material while you are working on it, you probably won't enjoy wearing it. - Adele P. Margolis, The Dressmaking Book
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Sometimes a good dress is the result of an accident. - Hannah Corbett Shelton, How To Design Your Own Clothes
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Sewing without pressing is an incomplete act. - Adele P. Margolis, Fashion Sewing For Everyone
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People who sew and love fabrics notice a lot in the world around them that other people seem to overlook. - Kate Mathews, The Weekend Sewer's Guide to Pants and Skirts
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Sewing is an art. It would be less than truthful to suggest that any art is just one great, instant fun-fest. - Adele P. Margolis, The Dressmaking Book
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When you make your own clothes, they only come in one size, and that's the right size to fit your body. - Barbara Deckert, Sewing for Plus Sizes
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The comforting thing about clothing construction is that there is nothing sacred. There is just no one way to do anything. - Adele P. Margolis, Fashion Sewing For Everyone
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Everyone who sews is constantly on the lookout for new ideas, new patterns, new materials, new approaches to old problems. - Adele Brown, So What About Sewing
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You may be the greatest sewer in the world but your work will look unfinished and amateur-ish if not well pressed. - Adele P. Margolis, Fashion Sewing For Everyone
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Design your own clothes! Make a dress! If either sounds like a large order, you are wrong. - Hannah Corbett Shelton, How To Design Your Own Clothes
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The beauty of fabrics makes dreamers—and collectors of us all. - Adele P. Margolis, The Dressmaking Book
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As important as pressing is to dressmaking, in tailoring it is raised to a fine art. - Adele P. Margolis, Fashion Sewing For Everyone
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Learning to sew your own clothing is a wonderfully empowering feeling. - Christine Haynes, Skirts & Dresses for First-Time Sewers
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Here is a good guide: if you don't enjoy the material while you are working on it, you probably won't enjoy wearing it. - Adele P. Margolis, The Dressmaking Book
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... Nor can you wait until your sewing is completed for one mighty pressing binge. You must press as you sew! - Adele P. Margolis, Fashion Sewing For Everyone
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It's a challenge to sit still and enjoy the creative stimulation that sewing provides, when there are chores to finish or phone calls to return. - Kate Matthews, The Weekend Sewer's Guide
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One of the hallmarks of fine tailoring is the pressing. - Adele P. Margolis, Fashion Sewing For Everyone
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If you sew, size numbers are no longer a badge of virtue; they are just a numbering system. - Barbara Deckert, Sewing for Plus Sizes
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If you are one who can look at a bolt of cloth with a cool eye and a hard heart ... you don't have the instincts of a sewer. - Adele P. Margolis, Fashion Sewing For Everyone
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Practically every figure calls for at least a slight alteration in the pattern. - Hannah Corbett Shelton, How To Design Your Own Clothes
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I hope that this collection of quotes about sewing empowers, inspires, and motivates you to nurture your creativity. Remember that these are high-resolution images that you can save on your device to look through whenever you need a sewing inspiration infusion.

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