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March 7, 2024

FREE ACTIVEWEAR SEWING PATTERNS


You've picked your beautiful activewear fabric, now what?  

We've compiled a list of free activewear patterns to get you started. Most of the pattern companies featured have additional activewear patterns to purchase on their site. So if you don't see anything you like on this list, make sure to check out their site. 


Ultimate Sports Bra Pattern by So Sew Easy



The Ultimate Sports Bra is a good beginner pattern, the whole pattern is only 5 pieces.  This is a compression sports bra meant for medium intensity, it has space to add cups for additional support. There is a blog post and video tutorial to go along with it that are very well done. It is available in sizes M-3XL.

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Emilia Sports Bra by Mood Fabrics



The Emilia Sports Bra
 is a more advanced sports bra with a front zipper. It is a higher support bra that can make with contrasting fabrics for a fun pop. Mood Fabrics has hundreds of free patterns, including other activewear patterns. There is a photo tutorial for the pattern which makes it easy to follow along. It is available in sizes 0-30.

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Anything But Basic Leggings by DIBY Club



The Anything But Basics Leggings are a beginner friendly pattern with 4 different length options and 2 waistband options. The instructions are very detailed with information on how to grade the pattern and several common fit instructions. It is available in sizes 00-36.

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Peg Legs Add-Ons by Patterns for Pirates



The Peg Legs Add-Ons is a supplemental pattern to the original Peg Legs Pattern by Patterns for Pirates. If you're looking for a more complicated leggings pattern then this is a great option. There's options for side panels, colour blocking, side panel pockets and more! The instructions are detailed with lots of pictures to follow. You can make dozens of different combinations with this pattern to build out a whole athletic wardrobe. It is available in sizes XXS-5XL.

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Camden Onsie by Mood Fabrics



The Camden Onsie is another great activewear pattern from Mood Fabrics. This is a fun alternative to regular workout gear and could easily be hacked into a full leg option. There is a full photo tutorial for this pattern, it is available in sizes 0-32. 

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Joggers by Life Sew Savory



The Women's Jogger from Life Sew Savory is a great option to throw on over your workout gear when it's chilly or just to wear on their own! There is a full photo tutorial to go along with this pattern. It is available in sizes XXS-XXL. 

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