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10 Gifts to Sew for the Holidays

December 11, 2022 By A Spoonful of Sugar - Leave a Comment

The holidays are fast approaching but there is still time to create a one of a kind handmade gift for your family and friends. Nothing beats homemade gift items that you have put time and effort into creating for your loved ones. I always incorporate handmade elements into my gifts. Part of the fun and excitement of the holidays is to crank up the Christmas carols and get creating! 

I have put together a gift guide here for everyone on your list. Here are a selection of our most popular patterns and tutorials that can be made in next to no time which materials/supplies you probably have on hand in your sewing room. 

Click on the photos below for more details on each project.  

Cat Lovers will enjoy these Cosy Cat Coasters. Team them with a coffee cup or favourite blend for a thoughtful gift.

Gamers will love the Dice and Drawstring Bag designed to hold multiple sets of dice for your next Dungeons and Dragons gaming session.

Home decorators will love the classic Star Pillow. Make in their favourite colour to complement their room.

Journal Lovers will enjoy being able to keep their journalling accessories close at hand with this Elastic Pencil Case. Team it with a new journal or pens for a thoughtful gift.

Shoe Bags - free tutorial by A Spoonful of Sugar Designs

Travellers will love these travel shoe bags to keep their shoes safely stowed int he suitcase. Get our free tutorial here.

A brightly coloured peanut pillow is perfect to provide much needed neck support when travelling in a car or airplane, or when sitting on the sofa.

Sewing lovers will enjoy this Travel Sewing Kit – perfect for stowing sewing essentials for crafting on the go.

Sail Away Pillow is a perfect for a nautical inspired bedroom, nursery or playroom.

Mushroom House Pouch is perfect for imaginative play. Team it with fairies and other treasures for a fun filled activity.

BBQ Grill Mitt and Towel - free tutorial by A Spoonful of Sugar Designs

BBQ Lovers will enjoy this fun grill mitt and towel – perfect for your next family BBQ.

Hope you have enjoyed this roundup of patterns and tutorials to make for gifts this holiday season. You can find more of our free tutorials here.

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Woodland Wonder is my latest foundation paper piec Woodland Wonder is my latest foundation paper piecing quilt block. This one is perfect for Holiday projects or any season - just change the colour of the trees to create a completely different look.

This pattern includes 5 sizes:
2 x 3 inches; 3 x 4 1/2 inches; 4 x 6 inches; 5 x 7 1/2 inches; and 6 x 9 inches. Woodland Wonder will look great in a mini quilt, pillow, bag, table runner and more! Swipe to see the blocks I created using this pattern. 

Pattern Details: Woodland Wonder FPP Quilt Block PDF Pattern - available in our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Store links are in our profile. 

Fabric details: Reverie by @rubystarsociety 

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Looking for a sweet little project to sew? Our fabric gift pouches are one of our most popular tutorials. These cuties are quick to sew - you just need two 8 1/2 inch squares of fabric plus drawstring cord. I made these ones with pretty florals. 

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Sewing relaxes your body and mind. Sewing is a form of meditation, as you focus on your breathing and the rhythm of the needle. Sewing can also lower your blood pressure, heart rate and muscle tension, which improves your overall health.

Stop scrolling and start sewing!

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The Patchwork Acorn Coaster is a Pattern of the week - it is currently 25% off in both our Pattern Store and Etsy Shop. Head to the link in our profile.

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