Winter Sewing: 3 Cozy Makes

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As the chilly winds start to dance through the air and the first snowflakes gently blanket the world, there’s no better time to snuggle up in the warmth of your handmade creations. If you’ve got the itch to stitch and the urge to serge through winter with style, you’ve landed in the right spot for cozy winterwear ideas.

From selecting the softest fabrics to mastering the art of cozy couture, we’ve got you covered. grab your scissors, dust off that sewing machine, and let’s sew our way into the coziest winter wardrobe ever!

1. Over + Under Hood

Stay warm when heading to the gym or just on quick errands around town with a comfy and stylish reversible hood. Match your winter coat, or make the Over + Under Hood in a contrasting fabric — either way, your neck will feel cozy and warm from the elements.

Over + Under Hood is a fab alternative to a scarf, plus it won’t slip off your neck and get lost in the snow.

You need just 2 yards of knit fabric for this project, one for the exterior and one for the lining. This is the perfect first project for sewing knits!

2. The Toaster Sweaters from Sew House Seven

Cozy winterwear is defined by this easy-to-sew sweater. The pattern comes with two neckline versions, one high and one not so high, but both toasty and stylish. The Toaster Sweaters are a great project to get you comfortable with sewing knits.

The not-so-high-neck version of the Toaster Sweater (photo © Sew House Seven)

3. The Crested Butte Cape

Up your outerwear game with timeless elegance and cozy sophistication! The Crested Butte Cape is a wooly wonder, that will bring style, warmth, and comfort to your winter wardrobe and help you build skills in your sewing studio.

Upgrade your winterwear in a BIG way with the Crested Butte Cape!

Learn advanced sewing skills like tailored welt pockets.

Did you know this project is offered as a sew-along? Let Sadie and Kimberly take you step-by-step through this versatile garment, including tailored welt pockets, a stylish belt, and lapel. Designed for wool and other heavy coating fabrics, this cape is a winter fashion must-have.

Bonus Coziness Projects

Six Plush Patterns

Grab Capsule Studio: Plush and add some cozy pieces to your wardrobe with these six patterns created by some of your favorite designers and the editors of Sew News. The styles all mix and match with comfortable silhouettes in cushy and textured fabrics like wool, Sherpa, sweater knit, double gauze, jersey, and faux fur.

The oversized, roomy shapes are accessible to beginner sewists but advanced sewists will love the on-trend fabrications these fashions lend themselves to.

Be cozy every day: at home or out and about!

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I hope this collection of cozy winterwear inspires you to start stitching! 🧵❄️

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