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Sewing gifts: tutorials, tips & ideas

18.03.2018 by Sabine Schmidt

Geschenke nähen: Anleitungen, Tipps & Ideen

What do I love most about my hobby? That you can sew such wonderful gifts! In this post, you will find tutorials, tips, and ideas for everything related to sewing your own gifts! :)

Sewing gifts: Tutorials, tips & ideas

Is there anything more personal than a handmade gift? Sometimes I don't even know: do I enjoy sewing more, or does the recipient enjoy unwrapping the gift more?

In any case, it is a wonderful opportunity to show special people how much they mean to us, I think. Favorite fabrics*, favorite colors, and favorite patterns - there are so many ways to make a personal gift even more loving and individual.

Just let yourself be inspired! :)

Reading tip: Wash fabric before sewing

Classic: Sewing a cosmetic bag as a gift

A cosmetic bag is one of the most popular gifts ever! Sewn in your friend's favorite color, filled with a fragrant lotion or a special shower gel - perfect as a handmade gift!

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Our Alsterprinzessin cosmetic bag pattern is just perfect for this: Even if it is sewn from different materials, beginners can easily handle this cosmetic bag. And to make sure nothing goes wrong, I will show you exactly how it works in my sewing video!

By the way, our Rheingold cosmetic bag is just as elegant as the Alsterprinzessin: It even comes in 4 sizes - from mini-small to pretty-big!

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Extravagant: Sewing a foldover bag as a gift

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You like your friend (daughter, niece, sister?) because she is funny, cool, and a little bit crazy? Why not sew her a bag that is just like her? For example, our San Diego foldover bag. It is simultaneously extravagant and beginner-friendly. And you can already imagine her beaming eyes as she unwraps the gift while you are still sewing it... :)

Practical: Sewing potholders as a gift

As colorful as they are practical: Lovingly sewn potholders are a great gift - for both women and men! And because they are conjured up so quickly, they are great as a last-minute gift!

I mean: who wouldn't want to brighten up their kitchen with these wonderful (and already visually vitamin-rich) pear potholders?

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Always welcome: Sewing an oven mitt as a gift

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A nice gift for men: The double oven mitts made of corduroy are really durable - and super practical!

For kids: Sewing a bandana bib as a gift

Bandana bibs for kids are always welcome - whether a little loved one is currently teething (and drooling accordingly) or just likes to be chic.

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Our bandana bib for children is a pretty basic piece that adds the right touch of style to any outfit in no time!

Relaxing: Sewing a reading bone as a gift

The sewing process itself is a treat! Our reading bone is very easy to sew even for beginners - and is a brilliant gift for young and old alike! It is used as a cozy neck cushion, as a book rest, or as a support pillow.

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By the way, it's also a great choice if you want to sew a small gift for a sick visit!

Colorful: Sewing a mug rug as a gift

Unisex, beginner-friendly - and a great opportunity to use up beautiful fabric scraps: sewing mug rugs as gifts is a fantastic idea!

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Besides, these sweet cup mats are so pretty that you surely won't want to sew just one... ;)

Multi-layered: Sewing an accordion bag as a gift

One of a kind: Such an accordion bag is something very special! For tights, cosmetics, crochet hooks, or as a bag organizer.

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By the way, it’s also brilliant if you want to sew a Mother's Day gift: The accordion bag makes two people happy: you while sewing - and your mom while unwrapping!

Well protected: Sewing a tablet case as a gift

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When it comes to gifts, this tablet case must not be missing! As simple as it is elegant, it makes not only girls happy but also boys! There are no limits to the imagination when it comes to material, color, and design. Conveniently, the pattern comes in 4 sizes - there is something for everyone!

Sewing gifts: Making it even more personal!

There are many ways to make gifts truly individual. Especially with sewing, these possibilities are truly endless! I've put together a few examples from all the ways you can decorate handmade items.

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Decorated with such love, your gift won't just be great - it will be AMAZING, wanna bet? ;)

Gift for sewing fans: Ideas and tips

Would you like to give something to someone who sews themselves? How about a fun accessory that your friend definitely doesn't have yet?

I've put together the coolest accessories and gifts for sewing fans, take a look:

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Quick at hand: Sewing a lanyard as a gift

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As quick as it is beautiful: A lanyard from fabric scraps is a cool - and practical - gift! And the look on your friend's face when your house key is attached to it? Priceless! ;)

Unisex: Sewing a key case as a gift

When I introduced my key case on Facebook, there were countless enthusiastic comments. And it's actually true: this key case has something special. It is sewn with a special folding technique!

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So: Try it out and be inspired (and subsequently: inspire others!).

Unbeatable: Sewing the Nanami cosmetic bag as a gift

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Whether as a pencil case, cosmetic bag, organizational aid, or organizer: Our Nanami cosmetic bag is always a huge hit! By the way, there is plenty of room in the front pocket for a large smartphone - just in case... ;)

Happy simple sewing

your Sabine

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Sabine

Ich komme aus Siegen-Wittgenstein, wo ich meine Kindheit damit verbrachte, Kühe einzureiten, von Heuhaufen zu hopsen und in “Handarbeiten” eine 4- zu kassieren.

Kreativ zu sein empfinde ich heute als unbeschreibliches Glück – das sich noch vermehrt, wenn ich es mit anderen teilen kann. Seit 2016 feiere ich auf diesem Blog meine Nähleidenschaft und freue mich, dass das Nähen so viele Menschen verbindet.