Beginner sewing project recommendations?

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I've wanted to start sewing for a while and finally bought myself a sewing machine (a pretty simple one to start with).

I thought I'd make dribble bibs to start with as they seem pretty simple. Also thinking bunting for DDs room to brighten it up a bit. Ideally I'd like to get better, maybe invest in a better machine and move into making clothes and a couple of memory blanket type things.

Any recommendations for other beginner projects?

Nothing helpful I'm afraid OP just shamelessly abusing your thread as I was thinking about the same thing! Which sewing machine did you get?

Lisa lam bag pattern books are great and have a range of difficulties. Starting with a basic tote up to backpacks/bowling bags.

Pillow cases and tote bags.
In terms of clothes, Tilly and the Buttons do amazing patterns full of pictures - they're super easy to follow.
I started less than a year ago - (having never touched a sewing machine), did an 8 week class where they helped me do a proper sewing pattern and then did a Tilly's dungaree dress with no help.
I buy straight forward patterns and look on you tube when I get stuck.

www.tillyandthebuttons.com/
(I made the cleo with no help as my second ever sewing thing)

I would definitely avoid anything clothing to begin with as fitting can be a pain.

Would suggest a cushion, either with a zip or envelope style
Tote bag
Drawstring bag
Make up bag
Apron (even a trendy Japanese style one)
Draught excluder
iPad stand
Doorstop

(Would suggest going on Pinterest and googling these ideas with easy in the search)

Bunting is a good beginner project. Or a tote bag, then move onto a zipped case.

@Brianna83 I got a haitral as a staring point, it was recommended on a few sites for beginners as it's so easy to use.

Thanks all, I've googled loads and there's too much choice haha I've got lots of ideas, but never followed a pattern or used a sewing machine before (I did have a nice one given but it was in the middle of a break up and my ex never gave it back after I moved out, still furious).

I started with pyjama bottoms and did some for me and then ds. I used a pattern called very easy... Can't remember the brand but can look it up if you like. I was so proud of the concealed fly flap

Face mask seems the obvious one?
We are all going to be wearing them soon, might as well make some nice ones yourself?
They are very simple and there are loads of YouTube videos to help.

Was also going suggest face masks, the french afnor ones are easy.

New Look "Easy" sewing patterns are relatively easy, when you want to try some easy clothes, as DD11 and I have been discovering during lock-in, although some advice/help on what all the key terms mean would still help, if you are a complete beginner. I used to do sewing lessons at school many years ago, so remembering some bits from back then had helped.

Basic sewing machines can get you a long way, by the way .... if they can do straight stitching, zigzags (for neatening edges) and ideally button holes, that is really all you need to get going.

I would second Tilly for super easy, user friendly patterns. I have all of her books and the 'Make it Simple' one is brilliant, you just work your way through it learning a new skill/technique for each item. The language used is for a lay person (even the new look patterns can be a little perplexing in terms of language) and she lists everything you need for each project. Things like a basic pj set are a really good entry level project. Just be careful, if you get in to this you're gonna end up with a huge fabric stash before you know it!

If you’re interested in home furnishing with quilting fabrics (so many different designs and nice tightly woven cotton) I’d recommend this book. The kindle version is cheap at the moment.
Sew Fabulous

@penguingorl I'm already planning a trip to the fabric stall in our local market when it reopens! And I've tidied my crochet storage area to make room for the fabric stash alongside the yarn stash 😂

DD has requested a dress for her doll so that's a nice mini practise project

Ooh don't fall into the trap of thinking that smaller clothes are easier - they're not! Much more fiddly. Although at least a doll won't grow out of it before you even finish...

I'm thinking a very basic dress for dolly... we've already made some bedding for her dolls house with scraps I had around. It turns out dd has as many ideas as I do!

Once you can see straight and want to move on the clothes the Ogden cami top is downloadable and easy to do.

When you want to move on to children's clothing, look up puperita on Etsy. Printable patterns and super easy for beginners.

Sew straight not see straight obviously

Hehe! Gotta love us types who do all the crafts! I can't get over how many kallax storage units you can fit in to a small room and keep filling up with all of the stuff that we're definitely going to use! Fabric market stalls are the best, although my local one just started doing mail-order 🤦 So much for saving money/using stuff I already have