DIY Projects & Crafts Sewing Sewing Projects: Clothes and Accessories By Martha Stewart Editors Martha Stewart Editors Facebook Instagram Twitter Website An article attributed to "Martha Stewart Editors" indicates when several writers and editors have contributed to an article over the years. These collaborations allow us to provide you with the most accurate, up-to-date, and comprehensive information available.The Martha Stewart team aims to teach and inspire readers daily with tested-until-perfected recipes, creative DIY projects, and elevated home and entertaining ideas. They are experts in their fields who research, create, and test the best ways to help readers design the life they want. The joy is in the doing. Editorial Guidelines Published on February 13, 2011 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Kate Mathis Learn how to sew clothes for yourself or your kids with these creative projects. 01 of 15 Darling Dress Kate Mathis You can make a stylish dress or blouse from this versatile pattern. Lightweight cotton or linen will hang best. How to Make the Dress or Blouse 02 of 15 Beaded Bags Sew beads, sequins, and pretty fabric to a simple bag -- and suddenly it's a dazzling clutch, ready for a night out. 03 of 15 Extra Special Sweaters Use basic sewing supplies like knit tape, ribbon, and marabou to bring texture and pops of color to your store-bought cardigans. 04 of 15 Easy Reversible Scarves One side is soft, cozy wool; the other is light, cheerful cotton. To speed assembly and personalize each piece, you can use one wool fabric and pair it with multiple matching cottons. The best part is that one size fits all. 05 of 15 Girl's Shirt Dress With this sweet adaptation of the classic button-down, a little girl can channel the guy she adores -- Dad. The dress, which fits most children ages 4 to 8, has a drawstring neckline and sleeves. How to Make the Girl's Shirt Dress 06 of 15 Beach Cover-Ups (for Almost Anything) Yunhee Kim Stitch pouches in just the sizes you need to protect beach reads, your phone, and other gear from splashes and sunblock splatters. 07 of 15 Reversible Hats These adorable hats are reversible and will keep the sun off of your little one's face. We also have adult-sized templates, so you can make one for yourself. How to Make the Reversible Hats 08 of 15 Easy Ways To Fix A Sweater If you normally take your knits to a tailor to fix small holes or loose buttons, it's time to mend your ways. Making minor repairs to sweaters at home is easier than you might think, and can save time as well as money. How To Repair Your Sweater 09 of 15 Silk Poppy Accessories Ditte Isager Create these silk poppies and adhere them to a thick ribbon or belt for a fetching accessory that is simple to make with our easy-to-follow how-to. How to Make Your Own Silk Poppies 10 of 15 Elegant and Easy Dress This sleeveless dress is so easy to make, it can be sewn in 11 speedy seams. How to Make the Dress 11 of 15 Dress and Espadrilles Kate Sears A few well-placed stitches can transform summer staples into colorful coordinates. How to Make a Dress and Espadrilles 12 of 15 Baker's Apron Learn how to make a comfortable and festive apron for your favorite chef. How to Make the Apron 13 of 15 Halter Dress All it takes to make this pretty halter dress are three bandannas and some cotton twill tape. 14 of 15 Bermuda Pants Create a breezy pair of Bermuda pants out of two printed bandannas and cotton twill tape. 15 of 15 Handmade Bow Ties Make a patterned bow tie for the classy gentleman in your life. How to Make the Bow Tie Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit