Sewing crafts have made great gifts throughout centuries. It’s true that the art of sewing may be hiding in places but has never been lost to those enjoy it. There are millions of sewing crafts that make great gifts for all kinds of people; different ages and genders. There are craft collectors all over the world looking for various sewing craft items to use as keepsakes in their own home or to give away to others who will appreciate the art of sewing. Here are some ideas on sewing crafts that make great gifts.
Clothes
Not everyone can appreciate a knitted wool sweater or a knitted or crochet scarf, but most people can appreciate a nice pair of comfy pajama bottoms. Almost everyone loves to have a pair of pajama bottoms to lounge around the house in and be lazy. Pajama bottoms make especially great gifts for teens as they love to sport comfy pajama bottoms just about everywhere they go. Socks are another piece of clothing that you’re fairly safe making and giving as a gift. These are especially fun because you can personalize them to their owner. These may not be classified as “sewing crafts” but they make great sewing gifts.
Christmas Ornaments
The holiday season is a great time of year to give gifts to friends, neighbors, and family. Hand crafted ornaments are always appreciated as they have come from the giver’s heart and can always find a place to be hung in the house somewhere. Most people love to decorate their homes during the Christmas season. Christmas ornaments are also great for children to make and give as gifts. You can find simple patterns they can read and follow and then they can feel like they’ve contributed to the giving season. And all those parents out there with young children can especially appreciate soft craft ornaments for the tree because that means no more broken glass on the floor.
Embroidery or Cross Stitch
Embroidered and cross stitched pictures can also make great sewing craft gifts for others. These are quick and simple sewing crafts you can make in your spare time. They don’t require much time or effort since most of the pictures of phrases come in a craft kit. You don’t have to fuss about what color thread to use or what needle size you’ll need. Usually the only thing you have to worry about buy for these craft projects are the wood frame to help keep your stitching on track. The hardest part about giving these as gifts might be knowing what picture the receiver would like or appreciate.
Handbags
Handbags are so versatile and can be used for so many different things which are why they make such great gifts. Every woman can appreciate a stylish handbag to use as a purse, a diaper bag, or just an extra bag or two to go with a favorite outfit. Accessorizing is the “in” thing to do these days so finding some trendy fabric and a simple pattern can give you a great idea for a gift. You can find some handbag patterns that are extremely simple so all you have to do is pick out some cute fabric and know some basic sewing machine skills.
This just barely breaks the ice when it comes to sewing crafts that make great gifts. There are thousands more out there that other people will love and appreciate. You know the receiver best, so you can judge what kind of sewing craft they will appreciate and love.