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featured patterns.
The Lune Pillows are soft, cozy fabric pillows including a cloud, moon, star, and heart in two sizes. Perfect for nurseries, bedrooms, or cozy corners, these pillows are fun to sew, customizable, and a charming way to add personality to your space.
Included:
☁️ Small Size – Great for little hands, chair cushions, or cozy corners.
🌙 Large Size – Perfect for snuggling, decorative pillows, or statement pieces.
You’ll also find instructions for four playful shapes:
✨ Cloud Pillow
✨ Moon Pillow
✨ Star Pillow
✨ Heart Pillow
This sewing pattern is designed for a confident beginner. It includes step-by-step photo instructions and printable templates for small and large pillows.
Suitable Fabrics:
Corduroy (especially fine-wale or baby corduroy), cotton velvet or velour, linen or linen-cotton blends, brushed cotton, cotton twill, muslin or double gauze, bouclé or teddy sherpa, and organic cotton. Choose soft, medium-weight woven fabrics that feel cozy to the touch and provide enough structure to hold the pillow’s shape.
Please note that this listing is for a PDF Sewing Pattern, not a paper pattern or a finished pillow. Upon purchase, you will receive digital PDF sewing pattern files and written instructions. Once Squarespace has processed your order, you will receive a download link via email to access your files.
Copyright & Use Policy:
This pattern is for personal use only. You’re welcome to make items for yourself, your home, your children, or to give as gifts.
Please do not:
- sell items made from this pattern
- share or distribute the pattern files
- use the pattern in classes or workshops
- reproduce or modify it for resale in any form
Thank you for supporting my work!
Tag @handmadebeginnings in your finished makes — I’d love to see your finished Lune Pillows! 🌿.
These soft, quilted book sleeves are designed to protect your favourite books and devices while keeping all your essentials together in one beautiful, handmade piece.
The optional add-on pocket makes it easy to store pens, markers, stickers, and stationery—perfect for study time, travel, or creative moments on the go.
This pattern includes three sizes so you can create exactly what you need:
📘 Small – Fits novels, planners and tablets up to 8" tall x 6" wide.
📗 Medium – Fits large books and tablets 10" tall x 7" wide.
📕 Large – Fits large sketchbooks and laptops up to 12" tall x 9" wide.
Includes:
• Small, Medium, and Large Book Sleeve sizes
• Optional wrap around pocket instructions
• Designed to hold books, devices, and stationery
Suitable Fabrics:
This pattern is designed specifically for regular woven cotton fabrics such as quilting cotton or lightweight cotton prints. These fabrics pair perfectly with batting for structure while keeping the sleeve soft and flexible.
Please note that this listing is for a PDF Sewing Pattern, not a paper pattern or a finished product. Upon purchase, you will receive digital PDF sewing pattern files and written instructions. Once Squarespace has processed your order, you will receive a download link via email to access your files.
Copyright & Use Policy:
This pattern is for personal use only. You’re welcome to make items for yourself, your home, your children, or to give as gifts.
Please do not:
- sell items made from this pattern
- share or distribute the pattern files
- use the pattern in classes or workshops
- reproduce or modify it for resale in any form
Thank you for supporting my work and respecting the time and care that went into creating this pattern!
Tag @handmadebeginnings in your finished makes — I’d love to see your finished Book Sleeves! 🌿.
The Fête Bunting is a playful fabric bunting sewing pattern featuring three classic flag shapes. Perfect for parties, nurseries, playrooms, or everyday decorating, this bunting is fun to sew, easy to customize, and a lovely way to add a handmade touch to any space.
Included:
🎉 One continuous bunting length – great for walls, shelves, doorways, or celebrations
🎉 Three flag styles you can mix and match for your own look
You’ll find instructions for three bunting shapes:
✨ Scallop Flags
✨ Triangle Flags
✨ Pennant Flags
This sewing pattern is designed for beginners and confident beginners. It includes clear, step-by-step instructions and printable templates for all three flag styles, making it a relaxed and enjoyable project whether you’re sewing for a special occasion or just for fun.
Suitable Fabrics:
This bunting pattern is designed for light- to medium-weight woven fabrics that are easy to sew and hold their shape. Quilting cotton, cotton poplin, cotton lawn, linen, and linen-cotton blends all work well, and lightweight canvas can be used for a sturdier look. Mixing solids and prints is a fun option, and this pattern is great for using fabric scraps or fat quarters.
Please note that this listing is for a PDF Sewing Pattern, not a paper pattern or a finished product. Upon purchase, you will receive digital PDF sewing pattern files and written instructions. Once Squarespace has processed your order, you will receive a download link via email to access your files.
Copyright & Use Policy:
This pattern is for personal use only. You’re welcome to make items for yourself, your home, your children, or to give as gifts.
Please do not:
- sell items made from this pattern
- share or distribute the pattern files
- use the pattern in classes or workshops
- reproduce or modify it for resale in any form
Thank you for supporting my work!
Tag @handmadebeginnings in your finished makes — I’d love to see your finished Fete Buntings! 🌿.
The Sumi Letters are soft, playful fabric letters designed for little hands to grab, stack, spell, and explore. Whether you're creating an alphabet set for learning time or stitching a personalized banner, these letters are fun, customizable, and beautifully simple to sew.
This pattern includes three letter sizes so you can make exactly what you need:
🔤 4" Letters – Perfect for banners, name garlands, and gift toppers.
🔤 5" Letters – Great for everyday play, learning activities, and decor.
🔤 6" Letters – Ideal for younger children, display pieces, or bold statement names.
You’ll also find instructions for two ways to use your letters:
✨ Soft Fabric Letters – Filled and stitched for play, learning, or sensory activities.
✨ Fabric Letter Banner – A sweet, customizable decoration for nurseries, bedrooms, or parties.
This sewing pattern is designed for a confident beginner. It includes step-by-step photo instructions to make construction easy, relaxing, and fun.
Includes 4", 5", and 6" Letter Templates + Banner Instructions
Suitable Fabrics:
The Sumi Letters work beautifully with medium-weight woven fabrics such as quilting cotton, linen, chambray, or lightweight canvas. Felt is also a great option for crisp edges. Avoid very stretchy or slippery fabrics, as they can make cutting and sewing less precise.
Please note that this listing is for a PDF Sewing Pattern, not a paper pattern or finished letters. After completing your purchase, your digital PDF files will be available for immediate download directly on your Squarespace order confirmation page. You’ll also receive an email with a download link so you can access your files anytime.
Copyright & Use Policy:
This pattern is for personal use only. You’re welcome to make items for yourself, your home, your children, or to give as gifts.
Please do not:
sell items made from this pattern
share or distribute the pattern files
use the pattern in classes or workshops
reproduce or modify it for resale in any form
Thank you for supporting my work and respecting the time and care that went into creating this pattern!
Tag @handmadebeginnings in your finished makes — I’d love to see your finished Sumi Letters! 🌿.
for the love of handmade.
Handmade Beginnings creates sewing patterns and classes that invite you to slow down and make your day a little more creative. Each pattern and lesson is thoughtfully designed to be playful, beginner-friendly, and easy to follow. Whether you're just starting, or rediscovering your love for sewing, you’ll find projects that help you build confidence and embrace a slower, more handmade way of living.