Animal Magic – Best 7 Animal Inspired Sewing Projects

Animal print has featured in trends for decades. The most popular patterns include leopard, snakeskin and zebra. However, there are also a number of fun and playful prints that make a unique addition to your wardrobe. Animal patterns and designs aren’t just perfect for clothing - they’re also ideal for home accessories and kid’s outfits.

We love seeing how you use animal print fabrics in your clothing and interior projects. So, check out some of these top customer submissions for inspiration. 

Animal print sewing projects

Colourful shopping bags

Creating your own shopping or tote bag is a great way to utilise funky animal prints and patterns. They’re simple to make and perfect for carrying all your essentials.

Check out these fantastic designs using our Mustard Animal Outline cotton fabric and Cotton Rich Panama Canvas Shabby Ducks material.

Animal print dress designs

If you’re looking for a new addition to your wardrobe, hand-making a dress is a top choice. Crafting your own design gives you a unique item you can wear for different occasions. Plus, there are tons of fabric prints to make it fun and fashionable.

We love these examples of dress designs for children using different cat print fabrics.

Plus, check out this fabulous dress with honeybee print, and perfect floral buttons.

Dog print apron

An apron is one of the best things to make if you’re new to sewing. Plus, it’s an essential accessory if you spend a lot of time in the kitchen whipping up your favourite meals and baked treats. There are various apron patterns you can follow. But if you want to create something simple, you can make your own without a pattern too – this tutorial shows you how.

Opt for thicker cotton or muslin materials when choosing fabric for your apron design. These will protect your clothing better, and you can choose from a wide range of prints, including animal patterns. This creation from one of our customers using our Cotton Rich Panama Canvas Shabby Dogs fabric shows how versatile the material is.

Honeybee print chair upholstery

Looking to update your home interiors? Then check out this amazing creation using the Honey Bees Polycotton Print fabric. Animal prints are super versatile and perfect for refreshing your home furniture and accessories. Best of all, this simple yet impactful print works beautifully against bolder colours to create a statement in any room.

Dog print top

Dog lovers will adore this simple yet fabulous design. The choice of dog prints in our collection gives you the option of Funky Party Dogs, Rainbow Doggy Paws and even Sausage Dogs in Christmas Jumpers. Whatever the occasion, there’s a print perfect for all types of tops, blouses and scrubs creations.  

Funky pyjama bottoms

Want to brighten up your nightwear collection? One of our customers shows us how with these fantastic pyjama trouser creations. Using fabrics with llamas, cats and cheetahs is an ideal way to inject colour and fun into your sewing projects. What’s more, choosing cotton material ensures your new additions are soft and comfortable to wear day or night.

Zebra print upholstery

If you’re looking to create a focal feature in your home, zebra print is a perfect choice. This print always makes a bold statement and works beautifully against a pop of colour and darker shades.

Check out this customer creation for inspiration on how to use this fabric in upholstery projects. We love it! The classic zebra print complements the rich tones and textures in the room.

What fabrics are available in animal print?

There are a wide variety of fabrics available in animal prints. The most popular choice for clothing is cotton. However, other top picks for sewing and craft projects include polyester, viscose and faux fur. You can choose the best fabrics for your designs based on drape, texture, stretch and quality. This will give you the best material to work with and the best results. The choice of animal print fabric is also perfect for other ideas such as tablecloths, quilts, blankets and accessories.

Whether you’re creating fun items with the kids or want to update your wardrobe, animal print is the perfect fabric for your next project.