12 FREE GIFTS TO SEW IN AN AFTERNOON
Are you looking for meaningful, handmade gifts you can whip up in just an afternoon?
I’ve rounded up 12 quick, easy-to-sew projects (each comes with a free tutorial, pattern, or video guide) that make perfect stocking stuffers, hostess gifts, and thoughtful presents for family and friends.
Whether you’re a confident beginner or a seasoned sewist in need of fast, satisfying makes, these projects are quick to sew, use minimal materials, and add that personal touch that so many of us love and appreciate. Let’s get sewing, shall we?
1. Patchwork Drawstring Bag
Blend functionality and handmade charm and make these adorable drawstring bags. Wonderful to be used as travel pouches, storage or project bags, or even reusable gift bags.
This little cutie makes for a lovely stocking stuffer, perfect for small trinkets, chapstick, or some yummy candy.
Whip up these stylish wood base pincushion for a crafty person in your life.
These pouches are fully lined with no exposed raw edges. I think you'll like how stylish and beautiful they look not just on the outside, but on the inside as well. And, to top it off, the pouch is given its shape by folding the edges of the pouch instead of needing to cut and then sew all the corners, definitely a time saver.
Pillow covers are one of those projects that might seem a bit daunting at first. Once you try it, though, you’ll be amazed at how quickly you can whip up a professional-looking cushion in no time at all.
All you need to make this unlined bag is 1/2 yard of medium to heavyweight fabric (such as canvas, denim, home decor, or even waxed canvas) and some webbing for the handles, and you're good to go. Easy peasy.
There’s something wonderfully satisfying about pulling a bubbling casserole or fresh-baked loaf from the oven using mitts you stitched yourself. Even better, handmade mitts make for a wonderfully thoughtful and charming hostess gift.
Another great project for a creative person in your life is this handy scissors cozy to keep their fabric/ pinking shears protected.
This littel cutie features expandable side panels that open wide when you need extra space and fold neatly flat when you don’t. It’s definitely a fun little sew!
Sized just right to clip onto your keys or bag, this Mini Quilted Zipper Pouch is ideal for holding coins, chapstick, earbuds, or any little essentials you don’t want lost in the shuffle.
With simple construction, minimal pattern pieces, and plenty of room for personalization, this bag comes together in no time at all.
This pouch’s soft, cushioned construction keeps your favorite pens and pencils protected, while its streamlined shape ensures it never feels bulky or out of place.
I hope you enjoy sewing up these projects to gift (or to keep).
Happy sewing, friends!
Wishing you all an enjoyable and creative day. Svetlana
