Oh Sew Active Sewing Challenge

By National Sewing Circle Editors

Thanks for signing up for the Oh Sew Active Sewing Challenge. You’ll be able to download and make any of the athleisure patterns below from your email, or on this page. Choose from your choice of tops, leggings, bras, and accessories. Mix and match fabrics, or use similar fabric types and colors across the projects to make a unique outfit! First time making athleisure? Don’t worry, we have you covered! Click here to learn everything you need to know about performance fabrics.

Be sure to save or bookmark this page to access your free patterns and tutorial videos at any time. Watch the video below for helpful tips and tricks before you start the challenge. You can find more information on pattern measurements, size, and markings here!


Woman doing a side lunge

The Brya Pants

Fabrics & Materials Used:
  • 3-4 Yards of Fabric
    • *Exact Fabric Yardage Depends on Garment Size
  • Jersey Fabric
  • Compression Fabric
  • Legging Fabric
  • Watch the Tips Video Here
  • Download the Pattern and Instructions Here
    • Person wearing black pants and shoes

    The Lotus Pants

    Fabrics & Materials Used:
  • 2 Yards of Fabric
    • *Exact Fabric Yardage Depends on Garment Size
  • Jersey Fabric
  • Bamboo Jersey Fabric
  • Watch the Tips Video Here
  • Download the Pattern and Instructions Here
    • Woman posing in athletic gear

    The Hawthorn Jacket

    Fabrics & Materials Used:
  • 2.5-3 Yards Main Color, 0.5-1 Yard Contrast
    • *Exact Fabric Yardage Depends on Garment Size
  • Active Outerwear Fabric
  • Watch the Tips Video Here – Jacket Piping
  • Watch the Tips Video Here – Jacket Sleeves
  • Download the Pattern and Instructions Here
    • Back of a woman wearing workout shorts and a sports bra

    The Emilia Sports Bra

    Fabrics & Materials Used:
  • 0.5 Yard Main Color, 0.5 Yard Optional Overlay, 0.5 Yard Contrast for Piping
    • *Exact Fabric Yardage Depends on Garment Size
  • Compression Fabric
  • Power Mesh
  • Watch the Tips Video Here
  • Download the Pattern and Instructions Here
    • Yellow hoodie

    The Boxwood Hoodie

    Fabrics & Materials Used:
  • 2.5-3.5 Yards of Fabric
    • *Exact Fabric Yardage Depends on Garment Size
  • Athleisure Fabrics
  • Watch the Tutorial Video Here – Hoodie Grommets
  • Watch the Tips Video Here – Hoodie Sleeves
  • Download the Pattern and Instructions Here
    • Woman posing in a t-shirt

    The Lavender Tee

    Fabrics & Materials Used:
  • 3 Yards of Fabric
    • *Exact Fabric Yardage Depends on Garment Size
  • T-Shirt Fabrics
  • Watch the Tips Video Here
  • Download the Pattern and Instructions Here
    • White fabric with polka dots

    Infinity Scarf

    Fabrics & Materials Used:
  • 1 Yard of Fabric
  • Jersey Knit Fabrics
  • Brushed Cotton Fabrics
  • Watch the Tutorial Video Here
    • Yoga mat carrying handle

    Yoga Mat Handle

    Fabrics & Materials Used:
  • 1 Yard of Fabric
  • Cotton Print Fabrics
  • Watch the Tutorial Video Here
    • Yellow canvas tote bag

    Customizable Canvas Tote Bag

    Fabrics & Materials Used:
  • 1 Yard of Fabric for Outer Bag, 1 Yard of Fabric for the Lining
  • Cotton Canvas Fabrics
  • Watch the Tutorial Video Here

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    78 Responses to “Oh Sew Active Sewing Challenge”

    1. Rolandie Webb

      I love the patterns from Mood, I'm looking forward to perfecting my sewing skills :) Thank you for these challenges

    2. Margaret T

      There aren't any instructions with the patterns. Am I missing something? The link says both should be there.

    3. Erica Jacobs

      I made the infinity scarves but added pockets for my keys and phone

    4. Chloe Wood

      Hello! I just got my fabric and am so excited to get started! I see on most of these, they say "download pattern & instructions", however, when I do, I only see the pattern with no instructions. Where are the instructions? Thanks!

    5. Caroline Rosén

      Is there a size chart? I have downloaded the patterns I am interested in, but there doesn't seem to be a size chart... or instructions for that matter.

    6. Andrea

      Hi there, thanks for organising this challenge - I've downloaded the patterns but I can't see the instructions. Any help? Thanks!!

    7. Christine Champagne

      YOUR DOWNLOAD STATES "PATTERN AND INSTRUCTIONS", BUT THERE ARE NO INSTRUCTIONS FOR ASSEMBLING THE PATTERNS. ONLY THE PATTERN ITSELF IS IN EACH DOWNLOAD. WHY ARE THERE NO INSTRUCTIONS???? THANK YOU

    8. Connie Archdale

      Where do we post pictures of the things we make?

    9. Diane

      I can download the patterns from the line under the picture, but there are no instructions. . Where do I find the blogs that were mentioned on one of the videos that have pattern instructions? Is there a link that you could send to me?

    10. Jane Renzetti

      I am able to download the patterns but there are no instructions.