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It’s our favourite time of year! There’s nothing we love more than getting stuck into some spooky Halloween sewing patterns in the autumn while watching a movie.
You could even team up with a friend for a cosy crafting session. There are so many brilliant Halloween sewing projects out there to choose from, ranging from creepy bat garlands to spooktacular quilt designs and seasonal embroidery hoops.
We’ve included plenty of free sewing patterns to suit beginners as well as some paid patterns for more experienced crafters.
Some of them are suitable for older children to try with adult supervision – it would be a lovely way to spend a rainy afternoon and create memories together.
Read on to discover our favourite Halloween sewing patterns to make this autumn…
Decorate your home this October with this charming Halloween bat garland designed by Kirsty Hartley. It’s simple to make and can be whipped up in one afternoon.
Add some cosy decor to your home this spooky season by sewing these charming patchwork pumpkins, designed by Linda Clements. Recreate the pumpkins in classic seasonal shades of orange and yellow, or choose different colours for a more abstract look.
Head to the Gathered Shop and buy the PDF pattern for this enchanting 3D patchwork pumpkin trio.
Bring some mystic style to your accessories this Halloween with these gorgeous Halloween embroidery pendants.
Designed by Emily Anne Ach, learn how to make this black cat embroidery, broom embroidery and mini pumpkin embroidery here on Gathered.
How cute are these bat plushie toys? These adorable bats will be a spooky addition to your home this Halloween and would make a fantastic gift for a child.
Find out how to make this bat plush pattern by Jo Carter here on Gathered.
This fantastic felt trick or treat bucket designed by Kirsty Hartley is perfect for gathering up candy this Halloween!
Give it to your child to carry when they go out trick or treating, or simply fill it with goodies to enjoy at home.
Looking for a more subtle Halloween sewing pattern to make? Try this beautiful pastel sugar skull quilt pattern by Natalie Santini to bring some DIY spookiness into your bedroom.
This cute felt vampire design is more sweet than sinister. We love his little embroidered face and the fact that he comes with his own coffin. This would make a brilliant decoration for a Halloween party.
This sugar skull embroidery kit is charming and vibrant! This fun project makes a great alternative to more traditional Halloween sewing patterns. This fantastic kit contains everything you need to make this quirky embroidery hoop.
If you’re looking for more Halloween sewing projects check out our collection of the best Halloween embroidery patterns.
This mini embroidery hoop is a deliciously spooky Halloween sewing pattern to make! Stitch your own using Lisa Neal’s mini spiderweb embroidery hoop pattern and display it in your home throughout October.
Making a cat costume for Halloween? Learn how to make a cat tail with this clever Halloween sewing project!
If you’re looking for more Halloween costume ideas, take a look at our easy DIY Halloween costumes for inspiration.
The Grim Reaper has never been cuter! Use this pattern to stitch your own cuddly Halloween decoration. This Halloween sewing project is the perfect mini-make for October.
If you’re a fan of cross stitch, why not have a go at making this sinister owl cross stitch pattern by Sharon Wasilieff? This would look great on a cushion!
Check out our collection of Halloween cross stitch patterns and kits and celebrate spooky season through stitch.
When your child’s jeans are getting worn at the knees, you can spruce them up with this DIY monster patch! This would make a great Halloween outfit too.
If you’re looking for some creepy quilts to sew, take a look at our pick of the best Halloween quilt patterns for inspiration.
There are lots of spooky designs to make, including this sweet little ghost pattern.
This little Halloween toad designed by Paula McGee is a fun project for an intermediate or advanced sewer to try. It’s embellished with beads for a stunning finish!
We love these gorgeous squishy pumpkins! These fabric pumpkins can be displayed in your home throughout the autumn all the way up to Halloween – or even Thanksgiving.
They’re a great way to use up leftover fabric in your stash too.
This quirky little Halloween sewing project from Hometalk is incredibly quick and easy to make. The Halloween sock cat is simple enough for children to have a go at making too.
These pumpkin mug mats are both pretty and practical! Put them down wherever you want to enjoy a hot drink and a snack to protect your surfaces – or use them as a Halloween table decoration.
Keep cosy throughout October by snuggling up under this cool pumpkin quilt pattern designed by Amanda McCabe. Modern Halloween sewing projects are our favourites.
Give your home a spooky vibe this Halloween by making this wonderful batty felt pillow from Ameroonie Designs.
This Halloween sewing project takes a little patience to make, as you’ll need to sew on all of the bats individually, but it’s worth it.
This wonderful witch silhouette pillow from polkadotchair.com will help you get in the mood for spooky season! It’s a free pattern and it’s easy enough for beginners to sew.
This adorable little bat designed by TSminibears would make a brilliant decoration to display this Halloween. It’s small enough to fit in your hand and would be a fantastic gift for a child. Buy the sewing kit and pattern on Etsy and make this super-cute toy this autumn.
This Halloween witch embroidery hoop would make a fresh and contemporary Halloween decoration to sew. This kit comes with everything you’ll need to sew this fabulous design.
This beautiful quilt is made using fabric in classic Halloween colours. It’s so cosy that you’ll want to use it throughout the winter!
If you want to keep using it during the winter, select neutral fabrics. Otherwise, head over to our Halloween fabrics article and find the perfect spooky fabrics for your quilt.
If you’re looking for an easy Halloween sewing project, your search is officially over! This little felt raven toy from lollyjane.com, inspired by Edgar Allan Poe, is a speedy pattern to make.
Perch your finished raven somewhere in your home, ready for October. Be sure to check out our collection of the best felt crafts if you enjoy this Halloween sewing project.
If you’re excited for Halloween, you can countdown the days using this brilliant countdown calendar. Each numbered pocket contains a spooky toy for you to stitch – children will love this!
Make your home extra spooky this Halloween with this boo banner design from Swoodson Says. This is a quick and easy Halloween sewing pattern that can be whipped up in an afternoon.
This cute ghostie hoop art is simple to sew and looks fantastic. We love this trio of little ghosts with a smiling spider pal – and the orange pompom trim perfectly completes the look.
Find the free ghostie hoop art on flamingotoes.com.
Stitch your own shining pumpkin with Amy Burt’s 3D embroidery tutorial. This is the perfect Halloween sewing project to snuggle up on the sofa with while sipping your pumpkin-spiced latte!
These little Halloween cats are so lovely that you won’t want to put them away in November!
This project from thecraftingnook.com uses basic sewing techniques, so it’s a great Halloween sewing project to make with children.
Make a youngster their very own magical fancy dress costume with this Halloween sewing project! Kirsty Hartley shows you how to make a dragon costume here on Gathered.
Make sure you also browse our kid’s Halloween costumes for more adorable ideas.
There’s nothing better than curling up on the sofa with a hot chocolate, Hocus Pocus on the TV, and a fun Halloween sewing project.
Whether you’re working on your Halloween costume or stitching a spooky plushie, make the most of the chilly weather and start stitching.
Looking for more Halloween craft projects to make? Take a look at our DIY Halloween decorations for lots of eerie inspiration.
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