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14 Gold Medal Sewing Patterns

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gold-medal-sewing-patternsThe XXII Winter Games, in Sochi, begin on February 7th and go until February 23. With just over two weeks of winter sports and athletic showmanism, it’s hard not to get excited. Though I’m mainly looking forward to the hockey games, especially since so many of my beloved Chicago Blackhawks are representing their various countries, there is also a slew of solo events to get your pulse racing, like skiing, ice skating, or snowboarding.

In honor of the 2014 Winter Olympics, AllFreeSewing is here to inspire you with a fabulous collection of gold metal projects! Whether you want to show off your patriotism as you root for America, or you want to work on getting yourself in tip-top shape at the gym, we have something for you to create.

 

Show Your Pride

Cheer on Team America with these festive and patriotic sewing projects! These clothing and home decor items are sure to inspire a sense of camaraderie. If you’re visiting us from another country and would be rooting instead for another team, you can easily change the fabric to reflect your country’s colors!

America the Beautiful SkirtSeeing Stars Pillow Tutorial 
All Americana Stars Pillow Tutorial
Patriotic Pillowcase Dresses
Red, White, and Blue Dress
Learn to Sew Star Pillow
America the Beautiful Skirt
Easy Applique Star Tee

 

Train for It!

Have the competitive events inspired you to become more active and fit in your life? Whether you’re a gym newbie (no shame! We all have to start somewhere) or you’ve decided to finally return to the gym after a short break, these projects are meant to help and inspire you in your journey to the gold!

Superhero Gym Bag
Exercise Pedometer Armband
Comfy and Secure Jogging Armband
Don’t Sweat It Headband 
Superhero Gym Bag
Arm Band Pouch 
DIY Yoga Mat

 

 

Let the Games Begin!

With all the prepping and training you’ll be doing to gear up for the winter games, why not be inspired to host your own mini games? Invite some friends and family over and hold your own contests and events to replicate those in Sochi; you can all go to an ice-skating rink and see who can circle the rink the fastest, or sled-race down an especially big and snowy hill! Or you could gather in a large backyard and come up with relay races and agility tests! At the very end, you can give out DIY medals and awards to the winners.

Olympic Torch + Medal

 

How cute is this Plush Torch and Medal? This great sewing pattern set was created by Cheryl from Sew Can Do!

 

 

 

What event(s) are you most anticipating?

 

Link Love: Crafty Ways To Root For Team USA

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USA! USA! I’m so excited to cheer on Team USA as they head off to Sochi! My personal favorite sport is figure skating, and this year, I’m so excited to root for a friend – Jason Brown (check out his Riverdance performance on YouTube – you won’t be disappointed)! Since I have a personal investment in this year’s games, I plan to go all out with the red, white and blue. Patriotic projects are often most popular in the summer, but there are so many ways to add a little bit of USA pride to your life this winter. You can wear clothes that evoke the grand old flag or hang a wreath on your front door – there are so many crafty options and luckily, you don’t have to pick just one project.

While I plan to sport some red, white and blue in the next few weeks, I don’t want to make too much of a statement. I have to go to work and do things that require a “business casual” look, so wearing a giant American flag just won’t do. I plan to make a few patriotic jewelry crafts so I can accessorize throughout the games. The American Bead Bracelet is perfect for jewelry crafters but simple enough for everyone. Another added bonus is that the bracelet is made out of wire, so it can fit anyone’s wrist. Another fun jewelry craft is the Patriotic Water Bottle Bracelet, which can be made with recycled materials. If you’re a yarn lover, have no fear! There are plenty of patriotic crochet patterns that you can work on before, during and after the games. A Can Cozy will come in handy during parties and a Patriotic Wreath looks great on a front door. Be sure to save these designs and take them back out for Memorial Day and the Fourth of July.

From downhill skiing to curling, there are so many exciting events to look forward to in February. Now is the time to start making those patriotic craft projects so you can watch the opening ceremonies in style!

  1. Patriotic Socks from Abigail and Greg
  2. Team USA Slipper Socks from The Chilly Dog
  3. Red, White, and Blue Paper Flower Wreath from Putting On the Grits
  4. Mickey Flag Shirt from Crafting in the Rain
  5. Freedom Blanket from Learn to Knit With Katie
  6. Patriotic Mixed Media Collage Fan Decorations from Everyday Is a Holiday
  7. American Pinwheels from House of Joyful Noise
  8. Patriotic Wreath from Jade Louise Designs
  9. Team USA Headband and Hair Clips from Hubby Made Me

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