5 Easy Sewing Projects for Gifts To Make This Weekend (Free Patterns)

With the holiday season just around the corner, you might be thinking about sewing your loved ones a handmade gift. I’ve put together this list of five easy, beginner-friendly sewing projects for gifts that you can create this weekend. These projects are quick and small making them suitable for using up fabric scraps that you’ve collected over time. Each gift idea comes with a free pattern and a detailed step-by-step tutorial with photos to guide you.

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Here is my list of simple gift sewing projects.

1. Lined Drawstring Bag

Drawstring bags can be used for any and everything: as a lingerie bag, travel pouch, a gift bag, etc. I sewed my sister a set of three and it warms my heart to see that she constantly uses them for traveling. To sew this project you can read my blog post or download the pattern with PDF instructions

• Read the full step-by-step tutorial on the blog, which includes a free one-size pattern template.

• For a Matching Gift Set: Download the 3-size printable pattern for free on Creative Fabrica’s free trial with PDF instructions. This is the exact version I used for my sister’s gift set.

2. Sleep Masks

A handmade sleep mask is a another incredibly practical gift. The best thing is that I have 3 mask variations so you can match your needs.

• Silky/Satin Mask : If you want a more elevated sleep mask, this is the version for you. It’s a very simple sewing project and is designed to have a ruched/gathered fabric covered strap.
  Read the tutorial and grab the sewing pattern here
• Adjustable Mask: This is a great option for a sort of ‘one size fits all’ mask because the strap is adjustable.
  Read the tutorial and grab the sewing pattern here

• Quilted Patchwork Mask: If you are feeling adventurous you may want to try the sunset sleep mask which mimics a landscape with the sun behind a hill.
  Get the 3-in-1 pattern with a free trial on Creative Fabrica

3. Sanitary Pads Pouch

Another thoughtful and practical gift is my sanitary pads pouch sewing pattern. It’s a fantastic scrap-buster, and the design is beginner-friendly, as it does not require velcro or snaps.

Read the tutorial and grab the sewing pattern here

4. Scrunchies with Trim

I am of the opinion that you can never have too many scrunchies. This is a super quick sewing project that, like the others is a great scrap buster. you have lots of options for customisation here by mixing and matching different fabrics and trims.

• Lace Trim Scrunchie: This free tutorial shows you how to sew the popular coquette-style scrunchie with delicate lace trim.
  Read the tutorial and grab the sewing pattern here
• Lace Trim and Fabric Ribbon Scrunchie : If you’d like more options, this PDF pattern includes instructions and printable pieces for both the lace trim scrunchie and a fabric ribbon version.
  Get the 2-in-1 pattern with a free trial on Creative Fabrica
  

5. The Heart-Shaped Fabric Coasters

The previous patterns have been suited for personal use but this sewing project makes for wonderful handmade home decor. These heart-shaped coasters are so adorable; I like to sew them in sets of four, slightly varying the style of each individual one.

• Simple Quilted Coaster (View A):
  Read the tutorial and grab the sewing pattern here
• Quilted and Patchwork Coasters (View A and B): This PDF includes View A (plain heart shaped coaster) and View B (heart shaped coaster with a fabric ribbon).
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I hope you enjoyed these 5 sewing project ideas for gifts. The best part about these small and simple projects is how much room there is for personalisation. Try to give gifts in cohesive sets by mixing and matching the fabrics. Happy sewing!