♡ Surgery & Recovery

Recovery is a little easier with comfort and support. As a registered nurse, I designed and created this collection of beginner-friendly PDF sewing patterns to help people recovering from any type of surgery, injury, illness, or medical procedure. Whether it’s routine surgery, cosmetic surgery, orthopedic surgery, abdominal surgery, cancer surgery, or another procedure, these projects are thoughtfully designed to provide comfort during the healing process.

From surgery recovery pillows and seat belt pillows to drain bag holders, hot and cold packs, comfort cushions, and other recovery essentials, each pattern combines practical nursing experience with a love of sewing to create items that are both useful and comforting.

Whether you’re sewing for yourself, a loved one, a hospital, rehabilitation center, or to donate through the 60+ Patterns to Sew It Forward project, I hope these handmade creations help make recovery just a little more comfortable.

This collection is just getting started! New beginner-friendly sewing patterns are added every Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. Eastern as part of the 60+ Patterns to Sew It Forward series, so be sure to check back often for new projects and inspiration.