Zero waste sewing

There actually are zero-waste sewing patterns available for home sewing! I've gathered as many as I could find for you to try out!

Sew up some eco-friendly sewing projects to celebrate Earth Day or any day to save resources and money with these zero waste sewing patterns.

Here's a zero waste wrap skirt based on my popular 6 gore wrap skirt draft. It's easy to draft, cut and sew in an evening.

The self-drafted image below is zero-waste pattern making, typical of a lot of folk costume construction.

Choosing your patterns carefully is a key part of sustainable sewing. Here are some of our favorite pro-sustainability patterns.

*Please note that all the patterns in this book are unique and are not sold as individual patterns on our site. ABOUT Zero Waste Patterns offers a modern approach to sustainable sewing. Using natural fabrics and core sewing techniques, learn how to stitch without waste and make a scandi-style collection of 20 garments.

Looking for some unique sewing patterns and ideas? Explore 18 Japanese sewing patterns that will inspire your next project right here!

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