Inside: Create an easy sleep mask with this free pdf pattern and tutorial to block light and improve your rest. This easy sewing project can be made with scraps of fabric and is a quick sewing project. Add the optional eyelash design for a fun detail.
As we think about back to school and National Sewing month coming up in September, I wanted to give you some easy sewing projects to try if you haven’t yet jumped into sewing. This easy sewing project is perfect for trying to get some deep sleep during the stress of starting school. I’ve included a sleep mask pdf pattern for you free as well to make this super simple.
Simple Sleep Mask Sewing project
We had a lot of fun modeling this, and even more enjoyment wearing these to help us get better sleep. I will say that we don’t wear these every night. But, when we are sleeping a place that isn’t as dark {camping, at grandma’s house. etc} a sleep mask can be helpful for blocking the light and getting better sleep.
The pdf pattern comes in two sizes {also easy to adjust more if needed} and the tutorial has instructions for the optional eyelash iron on, if you want to add that as well. Below I will also give you links to the supplies needed, but this is a great stash buster, so go through your scraps and get sewing.
Other simple sewing projects to try
- Simple Mug Rug
- Mug Cozy
- Simple Zip Pouch
- Simple Christmas Stocking with free pattern
- Popsicle holder
- Notebook pen holder
Free Sleep Mask pattern and tutorial
ok! Here’s what you will need to sew this easy sleep mask:
- Free pdf template {download and print from my shop click here}
- Scraps of soft cotton or silky fabric
- Cotton batting
- Flat Elastic String
- {optional} heat transfer vinyl and design from Artspira or other design software.
Below you can see the supplies I used for two of the masks. I used sweatshirt fleece for one and flannel for the other. Both so soft. I know some prefer a silky fabric, but I am ok with anything soft. You will cut 2 of the fabric and 1 of the batting for each mask you want to sew.
**All seams sewn with 3/8″ seam allowance**
Here are my two pieces of sweatshirt fleece cut out. I made this one of the larger size. You can also trim down the template and make the smaller size.
Cut one layer of the cotton batting. Now you have all the fabric cut for the project.
This step is optional, but so so cute. Cut the free eyelash pattern on the Artspira app {no subscription required}. Use heat transfer vinyl of any color for the lashes.
Weed the vinyl and check that it works on your cut fabric.
Use an iron or heat press to secure the vinyl to the top piece of fabric for your mask. If you cut different fabrics for the top and bottom, make sure you bond to the piece that will be facing out.
Take the inside piece of main fabric, the one that will touch your face, and lay it right side down. Place the batting on top of this. Sew the two layers together with a narrow seam allowance. Use a small seam allowance for this one, so that when you join it all together, you won’t see this stitching.
Measure your head for the elastic, then pin/clip to either side of the mask. With the outer fabric right sides together, pin, then sew around with the full 3/8″ seam allowance. Leave an opening for turning.
Here is my 2″ opening along the flat top edge. Clip the nose notch fabric {not the stitches}
Turn right side out, then turn in the seam allowance of the turning hole. Top-stitch around the mask, close to the edge. That’s it! Now you can wear or gift for hopefully a better night’s rest!
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