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Over 50 Free Game & Toy Sewing Patterns and Tutorials

Sewing toys and games is a fun and creative project! These range from sewing stuffed animals, making dolls and doll clothes and even creating fabric-based board games or puzzles.

Sewing toys and games has several benefits:

  • Creativity and Customization: Toys and games can be designed exactly as the sewer wants by choosing colors, fabrics and designs that are appealing.
  • Personalized Gifts: Handmade toys and games make thoughtful and personalized gifts that show time and effort was put into creating something special and unique.
  • Sustainability: Creating one's own toys and games by hand is more eco-friendly than purchasing mass-produced toys. Using fabric and fabric scraps reduces waste and avoids plastics.
  • Bonding Activity: Sewing toys and games with a child teaches them sewing skills and provides a nice way to spend quality time together while working on a project for play.
  • Educational Value: Making homemade games tailors the toys to be educational and teach children specific skills or knowledge areas while they play.
  • Cost Effective: Buying toys and games from stores can be expensive. Sewing them is usually much cheaper than buying them.

Want to sew some doll clothes? There is a wonderful page on our site full of ideas for DIY doll clothing for fashion dolls and 18” dolls.

Some other great ideas on this page include making fabric food for kitchen play. Any young child will love more play food for the kitchen! Check out Bacon and Eggs from Simple Homemade Gifts.

How about that good old classic sock monkey stuffed animal? Both of my children were gifted one of these from a great-aunt who had her own way of making them. Scroll down to see Classic Sock Monkey brought to us by wikiHow.

This page has several tutorials on making bean bags, which is way more cost-effective than buying bean bags. Making bean bags is always a good project! While speaking of bean bags, there is a great bean bag chair complete with storage below.

So stay on this page and browse around. Then get out that sewing machine! There are so many toys and games to be made here!

Over 50 Free Game & Toy Sewing Patterns and Tutorials

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Bacon and Eggs

Looking to add some fun to your play kitchen? Try making these easy felt Bacon and Eggs with this tutorial, which includes a free printable pattern to make it even simpler for you. Simple Homemade Gifts

Bean Bag Toy Storage

Bean Bag Toy Storage

You can sew a bean bag chair that doubles as toy storage with this free sewing pattern and tutorial. Sew Can She

Bean Bag Tutorial

Bean Bag Tutorial

Creating bean bags is not difficult. Use this easy tutorial to learn how to create bean bags along with tips to make it easier and ensure better quality and durability. The Kim Six Fix

Bean Bags

Here is a tutorial on how to make bean bags for a toss game. See Kate Sew

Bunny Sewing Pattern (Free Template)

This easy stuffed rabbit sewing pattern and tutorial is great for any sewing level and makes a cute DIY stuffed toy. Mindy Makes

Card Holder Tutorial

This easy card holder will work well with children with small hands or seniors. JW Reflections

Child Memory Game

Help children learn their colors and shapes by playing this memory game. Fleece Fun

Classic Sock Monkey

This classic, goofy sock toy has been a favorite of children and adults for many decades. Learn how to make a classic sock monkey. wikiHow

Cornhole Bags

Cornhole Bags

Do you need cornhole bags or bags for other games? This free pattern is a super easy sewing bag project, perfect for beginners. Happiest Camper

Crayon Roll

Crayon rolls are so easy to make and a great way to store crayons! Here's my own pattern that I developed and now use. Feel free to make them, give them as gifts, sell them, whatever! Chocolate On My Cranium

Dice and Game Pieces Bag

Dice and Game Pieces Bag

Make some bags to store dice and game pieces so they aren't just laying free in the box or to keep them from getting lost. Happiest Camper

Dino Tail Tutorial

Learn how to make a do-it-yourself dino tail, or dragon tail, for kids with this free dinosaur tail tutorial and pattern. Andrea's Notebook

Dinosaur Finger Puppets

Dinosaur Finger Puppets

Make a set of three tiny finger puppets with felt with these free patterns! Seam Whisperer

DIY Quilted Checkerboard Tutorial

Learn how to sew a checkerboard and make the checker pieces with this tutorial. Suzy Quilts

DIY Sock Monkey Tutorial

Learn how to make a sock monkey with this step-by-step photo tutorial. Web Goddess

Doll Sling

This quick and easy doll sling tutorial only takes one piece of fabric and can be completed in about 30 minutes. Simple As That

Drawstring Toy Bag

Drawstring Toy Bag

Need something to store toys or to travel with toys. This patchwork drawstring bag is the answer. Sum of Their Stories

Elephant Plushie

Want an elephant plushie sewing pattern? The elephant pattern on this post has free patterns in two sizes, large and small, making them the perfect toy for little ones or decorations for the nursery. Birch Fabrics

Fabric Ball

Fabric Ball

Using leftover fabric you can sew fun little fabric balls with this free tutorial and the free printable pattern. They're simple and fast to make. Happiest Camper

Fabric Ball Tutorial

Get this free fabric ball pattern or sphere sewing pattern and learn how to make a fabric ball. Stitches and Love Blog

Fabric Checkerboard

This DIY fabric checkerboard is actually a 3-in-one game board: a fabric chessboard, checkerboard, and tic-tac-toe board all in one! Tamara's Joy

Fabric Checkerboard Game

Make your own board game quilt with this quilted checkerboard game pattern. It has a zipper storage pocket on the back to store the small pieces for the board game. See Kate Sew

Fabric Fishing Game

Check out how easy this magnetic fish game is to make! A Beautiful Mess

Fabric Memory Game

Learn how to make a matching game using scrap fabric and this easy fabric memory game sewing tutorial. Appple Green Cottage

Felt Chain Snake Plushie

Felt Chain Snake Plushie

A DIY plush snake toy is fun for kids. Here is a free chain snake plush pattern to sew. (Free printable .PDF sewing pattern and Free.SVG sewing pattern) along with a tutorial. Scratch and Stitch

Fossil Soft Toy Sewing Pattern

Fossil Soft Toy Sewing Pattern

Sew plush fossil toys for your kids to enjoy with these science patterns. Each pattern makes one large stuffed “rock” with a unique fossil applique. Seam Whisperer

Giraffe Rattle Toy

This adorable soft toy is a great project to make for your baby or as a gift. Free giraffe template. Gathered How

How To Make A Mouse Out Of A Sock With Free Pattern

How To Make A Mouse Out Of A Sock With Free Pattern

Made in less than a half hour, turn a sock into this adorable mouse. This is a perfect beginner sewing project for kids. Teaches hand sewing skills! Beginner Sewing Projects

How to Make a Sock Puppet (No Sewing)

How to Make a Sock Puppet (No Sewing)

Kid's will have fun creating sock puppets with old or mismatched socks and some basic craft supplies and things you already have around your home. Needlepointers.com

I Spy Book

With a few fat quarters or some scrap fabric, you can make an I Spy Book filled with some fun little items that is sure to keep the kiddos busy. 2 Little Hooligans

I Spy Quilt Play Mat

I Spy Quilt Play Mat

This DIY I Spy Quilt play mat is the perfect interactive quilt for toddlers. Sew up a cute I Spy quilt with this tutorial and a panel from Robert Kaufman Fabric. Needlepointers.com Staff

Incy Wincy Spider

Incy Wincy Spider

With this free easy pattern and tutorial, sew a sweet toy spider and use it when reciting the baby rhyme, Itsy Btsy Spider. Sum of Their Stories

Jeans Pocket Turtle

Jeans Pocket Turtle

This is a super simple jeans upcycling project. It makes a great little toy for a child or a dog. Sew Very Crafty

Kids Chess Set

For this chess set, the board is made of soft flannel and the chess pieces are made by upcycling bottlecaps. It's Always Autumn

Kitty - Cotton Candy Kitty

This is a fast and easy project... even if you've never tried a stuffed animal before. Sew 4 Home

Large Chess/Checker Board

Kids will love the large game board! Use large buttons for checker pieces or make your own chess pieces with the instructions found on this page. AOK Corral

Large Chess/Checker Board - Chess Pieces

Sew chess pieces for the large chess board. AOK Corral

Lop-Ear Sock Bunny

With this free tutorial, you can sew a sock bunny that stands 14” tall and is cuddly and huggable, and kids will love its size as well as its iconic long lop ears. Craft Passion

Magnetic Fishing Game

This colorful little magnetic fishing game is easy to make from felt. Hobby Craft

Numbers Bean Bag Tutorial

Combine learning and play by making some super simple bean bag number toss bags that can help preschoolers learn math and counting skills. Craft Buds

Owl Soft Toy

Owl Soft Toy

This pattern demonstrates how to create cute owl softies. Craft Bits

Playing Card Holder

Playing Card Holder

Sew a DIY card holder that makes it easy for kids to see their cards and easy to play games with the cards! Sew Can She

Plush Llama Toy

Plush Llama Toy

This tutorial shows you how to sew your own little plush Llama toy or softie. Craft Bits

Pyramid Bean Bag Chickens

Pyramid Bean Bag Chickens

These fabric juggling bags are so funny and cute, and a perfect diy toy for kids. Red Ted Art

Snakes and Ladders Playmat

Get our the fabric and make a simple grid design. Then add the snakes and ladders and you have a game to keep the kiddos busy. Threadistry

Sock Monkey

To make this button eyes sock monkey you'll need two socks, buttons, needle, thread and scissors. The Sewing Directory

Sock Monkey Instructions

Sock Monkey Instructions

These instructions for a sock monkey pattern show you how to make a classic sock monkey with a step-by-step tutorial. Craftbits.com

Sock Pony

Sock Pony

This fun little plush toy is super easy to make and kids will love using it for imaginary play. Happiest Camper

Stuffed Animal Patterns

Stuffed Animal Patterns

Here is a collection of 30 free stuffed animal patterns you can sew. Hello Sewing

Superhero Cape

This adorable superhero cape pattern for kids can be customized with the child's initial or to match their favorite superhero. It's easy to sew and something your little superheroes will adore! Crazy Little Projects

Superhero Cape Sewing Pattern

Do your kids like to play dress-up? Or do you need a Halloween costume? This super easy superhero cape is great for both and comes together fast (about 20 minutes)using the most basic of sewing skills. The Homes I Have Made

Superhero Mask

This is a tutorial for making a cool mask to match the superhero cape. Crazy Little Projects

Superhero Mask Template and Tutorial

The awesome thing about these DIY super hero masks is that you can make them if you sew or you can use your hot glue gun and make it a total no-sew project. Mary Martha Mama

Superhero's Cape Tutorial

Superhero's Cape Tutorial

This superhero cape is an EASY (and cheap!) and almost no-sew (just one easy seam). Diary of a Quilter

Teddy Bear Patterns

Teddy Bear Patterns

The all-time favorite kids’ toy is the teddy bear. Here is a link with 15 free teddy bear patterns. Hello Sewing

Toddlers Tool Belt

Toddlers Tool Belt

This DIY toddler tool belt is great for holding tools and playing dress up. Learn how to make it here. Seam Whisperer

Traditional Sock Monkey

A free, step-by-step guide on how to make a sock monkey. Hubpages

Vintage-Style Sock Monkey

The true vintage pattern was released around 1920 and is still used today. Now you can make a vintage-style sock monkey with the pattern. Sock Monkey





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