Top 100 Sewing Projects of 2022
Browse the 100 most popular sewing projects of the year!
What a year it has been on AllFreeSewing! The 100 sewing patterns below were chosen by readers just like you as our most popular projects of 2022.
One of the most unexpected new type of project this (and last) year was face masks.
These quickly became the most sought-after sewing project, which is why you'll find the most popular DIY masks featured on our site this year in this countdown. In fact, we're starting with them because what's more fitting in these years than masks?
This countdown includes the best of the best from the entire site, many of which have been popular for years. However, a few surprises and several new projects, too. There really is something for everyone.
Peruse this list and discover some of our fan-favorite trends along the way from this unprecedented year.
Besides masks, this list features patterns ranging from DIY fashion to organizers to cute accessories and so much more—you won't want to miss a single pattern! Here are some stand-out trends you loved this year:
Bags, Bags, and More Bags!
Dress Patterns
Christmas Projects
Patterns for the Kitchen
Home and Sewing Room Organization
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Table of Contents
Face Mask Patterns
As mentioned in the intro, DIY fabric masks were the biggest surprise trend of the year. With COVID-19 and a shortage of professional masks, many sewists created their own multi-layer mark tutorials and patterns. If you're looking for more, check out our 20 Top Fabric Face Masks of 2022 countdown.
Bag Sewing Patterns
Purses, totes, and other various types of bags may be the most popular type of sewing project on our site. Fortunately, we have hundreds of bag patterns for people to browse. Below, find the most popular bags chosen by readers. With this variety, you won't be done with your sewing to-do list anytime soon!
Clothing Sewing Patterns
Clothes can be intimidating but our audience tested and approved of these mostly easy clothing sewing projects. With a fun mix of dresses, skirts, shirts, and more, you won't get bored.
Kitchen Sewing Patterns
The kitchen is the most popular room in the house for many. The comforts of home are paired with food. Whether you spend more time cooking or eating, having some handy sewn kitchen items can only help. Handmade projects like these also make amazing gifts for nearly anyone in your life.
Sewing Room & Home Sewing Patterns
Well...maybe we take back the kitchen being the most popular room in the house. For sewists, it's often the sewing room. This section features the most creative projects to make for organizing your sewing room (or any room in the house). And that's not all - you will also find a few other sewing patterns, tutorials, and projects for anywhere in the home, from bedrooms to living rooms.
Accessories & Unique Sewing Patterns
We're sorry to say that our list is nearing the end. But you certainly don't want to miss this last section full of accessories and truly unexpected projects. There are a few odds and ends here, like scarves and similar wearables, DIY gifts to make for loved ones, and creative on-the-go patterns you will want to make ASAP.
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