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Sew News Spring 2021 Freebies

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Freshen up your wardrobe and your home with projects from the Spring 2021 issue of Sew News! From easy pattern hacks and pretty pillows to custom accessories and a cute avocado pouch, you’ll want to make every one of the free projects in this issue.


Above: Sage Abstraction Cushion by Kaylee Lockhart. All photography by Molly Stevenson.


Take a look at the free patterns from the issue below, and download your patterns. The free period expired on April 30, 2021 and the sewing patterns are now available in the Sew Daily shop. Here you come, spring sewing!

Pass the Chips Pouch

Stash essentials in a fun zippered avocado pouch. The design features a clasp to hang on your purse or belt loop.

Pass the Chips Pouch by Jennifer Kempler

The free period for the Pass the Chips Pouch pattern ended April 30, 2021. The pattern is now available in the Sew Daily shop.

Wrapped & Refined

Easily add a collar and gathered sleeves to a classic wrap top for an artful, upscale blouse.

Wrapped & Refined by Bianca Springer | Hack shown on the Wrap Top pattern from Peppermint Magazine

Download the free collar pattern. We’ll continue to leave this pattern available, even after the other freebies expire, as our gift to you!

Paint It like Pollock Wristlet and Wallet

Discover how to easily paint leather to create one-of-a-kind accessories.

Paint it Like Pollock Set by Bianca Springer

The free period for the wristlet and wallet patterns ended April 30, 2021. The pattern is now available in the Sew Daily shop.

Sage Abstraction Cushion

Add texture and dimension to a round tufted cushion with tonal hand appliqués.

Sage Abstraction Cushion by Kaylee Lockhart

The free period for the Sage Abstraction Cushion pattern ended April 30, 2021. The pattern is now available in the Sew Daily shop.

Palm Pillows

Designer décor is easy to create with simple, yet elegant pillows featuring quilted palm frond designs and zippered openings.

Palm Pillows by Jennifer Kempler

The free period for the Palm Pillows pattern ended April 30, 2021. The pattern is now available in the Sew Daily shop.


Find the sewing instructions in Sew News Spring 2021, on newsstands or for purchase online in print and digital formats. Check out the great articles, expert how-tos and fun projects in this issue of Sew News:

  • New free Sew-Along: Penrose Peasant Blouse (free period has ended—get the pattern here)
  • 10 pro tips for taking your measurements
  • 5 free sewing patterns
  • Wrap dress pattern review
  • Men Who Sew: Donny Hoang
  • The Common Thread: #BlackMakersMatter
  • Next-step knits on your serger
  • And so much more in the Spring 2021 issue

Learn more in the editor’s letter!

Purchase the digital issue or print issue online, or find Sew News on your local craft newsstand. Subscribe today to get future issues first, for the lowest price.


New from Sew News

  • Palm Pillows Digital Sewing Pattern

    $7.99
  • Sage Abstraction Cushion Digital Sewing Pattern

    $7.99
  • Pass the Chips Pouch Digital Sewing Pattern

    $7.99
  • Paint it Like Pollock Wristlet and Wallet Digital Sewing Pattern

    $7.99
  • Sew News Spring 2021 Digital Edition

    $14.99

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