Great Gift Ideas

No matter what the occasion, these handmade projects are the perfect presents. Make them in multiples to stock up for any gift need that may arrive, or whip up a quick last-minute gift for everyone on your list this year.
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Potted Plant Wrap

When piecing and finishing a quilt, large fabric pieces, such as extra backing fabric, are often left over. Turn those scraps into fast gifts! Use pinking shears to cut the raw edges of a 10" fabric square and use it to wrap a store-bought 6" or smaller potted plant. Tie a scrap of pretty ribbon or rickrack snugly around the pot, and you have a cute and easy gift for a teacher or neighbor.

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Gift Card Holder

Stitch gift-card holders that give a hint of what‘s inside.Get the free pattern here.

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Notebook Cover

For a quick gift, cover a standard spiral notebook with fabric. Get the free pattern here.

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Stylish Scarves

From snuggly neck warmers to light fashion accessories, these scarf patterns are quick and easy! They're the perfect way to show off your favorite fabrics -- and make fun gifts.Get free scarf patterns here.

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Felt Coffee Cozy

Wrap your hot drinks with a handmade felt cozy. We'll show you the easy sewing technique responsible for the fun zigzag patterns in the cozy's design.Get the cozy pattern here.

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Cute Baby Gifts

Use your children's favorite colors, fabrics, and patterns to create cute and cuddly accessories perfect for any occasion.Get free patterns for baby gifts here.

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T-Shirt Quilt

T-shirt quilts make great handmade graduation gifts and bed quilts for a child. Perfect for preserving special T-shirts or using up old wearables, these quilts are easy and memorable!Get free T-shirt quilt patterns here.

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Lunch Sack Gift Bags

These gift bags do double duty! After they're unwrapped, they can be used as lunch bags!Get the free pattern here.

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Gift Wrap Pillow

Wrap a 14"-square pillow form with one yard of fabric for a great gift for a sewing friend!

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25-Patch Oven Mitts

Show off your favorite fabrics in a fashionable patchwork oven mitt using a 25-Patch block design.Get the free pattern here.

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Fabric Rosette Embellishment

Give pretty fabric rosettes to a fashion-forward friend.Get the free pattern here.

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Casserole Carrier

Whip up a carrier that's perfect for transporting casseroles or cupcakes to potlucks.Get the free pattern here.

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Fused Flowers

Grow a garden of fabric flowers--without any sewing! Simply fuse two fabrics together, then cut out two-sided flower shapes for blooms that will never fade.Get the free pattern here.

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Holiday Goodie Bags

Kids of all ages will love these holiday goodie bags. Download the free tags for every occasion and stitch them on a little treat!Get the free gift tags here.

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Small Treat Totes

Stitch two fat quarter pieces into a quartet of mini totes. Use them as gift bags for sweet treats.Get the free pattern here.

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Coffee Cozy Trio

Coffee lover's will cherish these cute coffee cozies.Get the free pattern here.

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Easy Apron

Aprons are today's sizzling kitchen fashion accessory. Whip up an easy retro cover-up with sweet girly ruffles for a friend who never leaves the kitchen.Get the free pattern here.

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Covered Journals

Say goodbye to high-priced journals. Create a reusable slipcover to fit a standard notebook. Your friends will be asking where they can get one!Get the free pattern here.

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