I love finding new ways to sew with things I already have. Vintage Sheets and Handkerchiefs are two of my favorite items to repurpose. I’m lucky enough to live in an area where you can find them pretty easily! If you love to sew with Vintage Linens too; I thought I’d share with you some of my very favorite Vintage Sheet Sewing Projects from around the web!
I’ve looked high and low for project ideas for you. A few years ago a friend made me some PJ bottoms from a Vintage Sheet. They were oh so comfy and cute. I started thinking about those PJ’s a few days ago and hunting Pinterest for tutorials; which led me to the idea to create a collection of cute Vintage Linen Sewing Projects to share with you!!
Just click the photo or the text to take you to the original tutorial!
Enjoy!
Vintage Linens Quilt @ So Into Vintage
Vintage Sheet Bunting @ Raising Up Rubies
Vintage Sheet Wrapped Hangers @ Sugar Beans
Vintage Sheet Dresden Pillow @ In Color Order
Vinage Linen Banner @ OhDeeDoh
Handmade Vintage Table Runner @ So Into Vintage
Baby Burp Cloths from Vintage Linens
Vintage Sheet Blanket @ Lovely Nest Designs
Vintage Sheet Shopping Cart Liner @ Retro Revival
Vintage Sheet Duvet Cover @ My Moppet
A Line Dress & Pantaloons @ Craftsy
Vintage Sheet Summer Jammies @ mmmCrafts
Tops from Vintage Sheets Polka Dot Cottage
Handkercheif Valance @ Flamingo Toes
Vintage Linen Buttons @ Isa Creative Musings
Vintage Sheet Cocktail Napkins @ Design Sponge
Vintage Sheet Quilt @ Wonky Patchwork
Vintage Sheet Robe @Melly Sews
Vintage Sheet Quilt @ Katie’s Kitchen Blog
Vintage Sheet PJ Bottoms @ Vintage Sheet Blog
Vintage Linen Dresses (order from Naughty Shorts!)
I also write for eBay and created this article with Tips for Prepping Vintage Linens for Projects! (the eBay article is sponsored).
Oh my GOOOOODNESS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This made my day! I love pretty things and there are SO many pretty things here! I have gotten some really good ideas.
Thanks so much for this post!
Some gorgeous projects here, thank you very much for featuring one of my makes and for providing me with lots of new idea now!
I so enjoyed my first time visit…so much fun.
Thank you so much.
Just a thought… while I love everything you shared… you should maybe also consider recommending that vintage linens in good shape can also be preserved as they are and not re-purposed, that maybe the folks who like these idea’s consider using linens in not so good a condition… just a thought… lovely collection of ideas!
Anyone know of any vintage sheet fat quarter swaps? I have some beautiful sheets I have collected, but need a better variety. Am hoping I can find some swaps to speed up the process.
Thanks!
I’d try Instagram, maybe look under a #VintageSheet hashtag. I’m sure someone there is organizing one.
In the last year, I’ve donated or thrown away so many vintage linens. After seeing your post, I regret that. Where are the best places to find vintage linens? I remember my Grandmother’s linens. They smelled so good and were ironed but still soft.
Love everything I saw. Just looking at all the pretty things you have made me happy. Beautiful, beautiful linens/ideas.
Lots of charming ideas!! Thank you!!
SO many wonderful ideas !! thank you
I made the robe & would advise adding 2 inches to the front AND back measurements.
Mine was a bit tight using her directions.. I personally like a robe to flow a bit , not fit like a dress.
again.. thanks for sharing.
Thanks for the inspiration, Melissa. I have a whole chest of drawers full of Vintage linens. I have made many projects from them, but got some new ideas from your post. Currently I am making Easter dresses and other things from your Wonderland 2, which I dearly love.
Have you ever made a quilt using hankies made up like dresses?