Gifts for Your Sewing Buddies

Fellow sewers and quilters appreciate handmade gifts! Whip up these fast gifts using beautiful fabric. Your friend will love having pretty supplies and accessories added to her collection.

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Singer Featherweight Pincushion

Use scraps to create a Singer Featherweight sewing machine on an oversize pincushion. Let a Nine-Patch block represent a quilt ready to be sewn.

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Thread Catcher Bag

Keep your sewing space neat (and stylish!) with a cute thread catcher.

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Sew Perfect

Need a last-minute gift or something easy to make in multiples? This quick-to-make project keeps sewing basics organized for quilters on the go.

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Dream Machine

With raw-edge fusible appliqué you can quickly assemble the perfect pillow for your sewing space.

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Sewing Spools Wall Quilt

Display a four-block wall hanging showcasing thread spool and sewing machine designs in your sewing space.

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Pincushion Patterns

You can never have enough pincushions! Stitch one to add to your friend's collection.

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Pincushion Thread Catcher

A weighted pincushion holds a thread catcher on the edge of your sewing desk.

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Sew in Style

Store notions and gadgets in a quick-to-stitch sewing station caddy.

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Stuffed Mushroom

Tuck scissors, needles, and a spool of thread into this adorable mushroom-shape needle case.

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Magazine Subscription

Give the gift that keeps on giving! Order a subscription of American Patchwork & Quilting for a friend. It includes six issues of great quilting patterns and tips delivered right to their doorstop.

Give a gift subscription here.