With the countdown to Christmas beginning now is the time to sew a few gifts for friends and family. Here’s a round up of my recent 12 Days Of DIY Christmas Gifts series.


Sewing Gift Ideas

This coin purse is the perfect size for coins, gift cards, small selection of makeup such as lipstick,
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DIY Felt Christmas Ornament Kits for Kids
Give the gift of creative time and inspiration for children with this great Felt Ornament Kit

Learn how to transform a bicycle inner tube into a wallet

Have fun playing with folding various shapes of felt to create a unique necklace.

Wrap leather around a plastic plant pot to transform the gift of a plant – houseplants are facing a revival in popularity. I seem to have read many a blog post stating they are great for cleaning the air in your home?

Download the free template to create your own embroidery hoop full of bright French knots.

This cafetiere cosy is suitable for men and women alike – check out the tutorial to see how you make it reversible.

Envelope Cushion with Pom-pom trim
PomPoms quickly take cushions to the next level. Create some new cushions as gifts or how about giving the gift of time. Teach a child to sew their own cushions cover, giving a gift experience – help a child fall in love with the possibilities of sewing

This lunch bag is made from an old pair of jeans and fabric scraps, it is easy to make and a gorgeous gift to receive.

For the traveller friend, these luggage tags make a lovely gift.

These gorgeous drawstring bags are perfect for so many items – lego, trading cards, makeup, I could go on!!


For those who like to fidget how about a fidget blanket?
I have to admit I made this gift for me – but who wouldn’t like a gorgeous leather clutch to unwrap?
Do you have a favourite gift to sew up? Wishing you many hours for creativity,


Kathryn
Monday 7th of December 2020
I love the oven mitts! I like that it is made of upcycled denim...I have made quilts, wall storage from leg on back and all pockets sewn on the front. Hang vertically. I make other potholders, also! This one of yours will make perfect gifts! Thank you!
Vicky
Monday 7th of December 2020
Denim is such a versatile hardwearing fabric - I must make some potholders:)
Daniel Nyairo
Friday 21st of December 2018
I must check the bicycle tyre wallet. Looks very doable with a few tools.
Thanks for sharing