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Intermediate Projects for Growing Sewing Skills Beyond the Basics

By Debbie Colgrove, About.com

Once you learn sewing basics and mastering a sewing machine, you may be ready to try a more challenging sewing project.

Toddler Sun Bonnet with a Ruffle Brim

Toddler Sun Bonnet With a Ruffle BrimDebbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
Protect a toddler's skin from the sun and have a hat to match every outfit.

Halloween Pumpkin Appliqued Sweat Shirt

umpkin Appliquéd Sweat ShirtDebbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
This sweatshirt is a great way to share the spirit of the holiday without wearing a costume.

Basket Liner for a Rectangle Basket

Rectangle Basket LinerDebbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
This liner worked perfectly to transform a toiletry gift basket in to a dresser catch all.

Armchair Organizer or Remote Control Holder

Arm Chair Remote Control OrganizerDebbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
Learn to make pockets that will hold the remote controls or other things that usually accumulate on the end tables.

Yo-Yo Clown

Yo-Yo ClownDebbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
Make yo-yos while you watch TV and then turn them into a clown.

Armchair Sewing Organizer

Arm Chair Sewing OrganizerDebbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
If you like to sew on the road or while watching television, this organizer is for you.

Learn to Dress Toy Snake

A great toy for a child to learn and for some one learning to sew.

Fabric Baby Grab Ball

Baby Grab BallMelissa Kadinger, Licensed to About.com
Save your scraps and create a colorful grab ball. A great shower gift for an older child or to grow into!

Hand Towel Bib

Hand Towel Baby BibDebbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
I buy holiday towels on clearance at the dollar store to make unique baby bibs.

Thanksgiving and Halloween Pumpkin Decoration!

Pumpkin Pillow DecorationDebbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
Sew curves and learn soft sculpture to create these pumpkins.

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