41 Christmas Gifts to Sew Under 1 Hour
Looking for Christmas gifts to sew for family and friends? This collection of easy Christmas sewing projects includes handmade gift ideas for everyone on your list, with practical projects for women, kids, babies, pets, the home, and fellow sewing lovers. Choose from more than 40 sewn Christmas gift ideas, including bags, pouches, scrunchies, sleep masks, aprons, fabric baskets, baby gifts, and stocking stuffers. Many are quick and beginner-friendly, use small amounts of fabric, and are perfect for turning your fabric scraps into thoughtful handmade presents.

Christmas Gifts To Sew (Quick Guide)
The best Christmas gifts to sew are projects that are useful, easy to personalize, and suited to the person receiving them. If you’re not sure what to make, start by choosing a category below and then browse the free sewing tutorials for ideas.
This collection includes:
- Purses and pouches
- Hair accessories
- Home décor
- Kitchen and dining accessories
- Gifts for sewists
- Baby gifts
- Kids’ gifts
- Pet accessories
- Stocking stuffers
Wearable & Personal Christmas Gifts to Sew
These smaller projects include accessories and personal items that you can customize with fabrics and details chosen specifically for the recipient.
DIY Sleep Mask

This tutorial includes a free sleep mask template and tutorial. A promise of better sleep is one of the best gifts to sew for Christmas. Get the DIY sleep mask pattern from Treasurie.
DIY Hair Ties

Little girls in your family will love these cute hair ties, and they look so neat and pretty too. Hair accessories are great Christmas gift ideas when you have to post your present since they are small and light. DIY hair ties by Treasurie

Tote Bag

This is a winner; no darts, tucks, or fancy techniques. Sweet and simple and easy to make. Add on some trims, such as flowers or pom-poms, for an individual touch. It’s really a perfect sewing Christmas gift. Learn how to make a tote bag made easy with Treasurie.
Apron

Aprons make wonderful gifts since you can personalize them in the recipient’s favorite colors and patterns. Add embroidery or monograms to make it even more special. Learn how to make an apron for beginners with Treasurie.
Travel Tissue Cover

How wonderful to be able to pull out a tissue from a pretty cover when traveling. Perfect for your Christmas guest who will have a sad farewell and the last little tear. Travel tissue cover by Treasurie
DIY Pin Cushion

See a pin and pick it up, and all day you’ll have good luck. Everyone can use a pin cushion for all those lucky pins that lie around. This is a great Christmas gift to sew for a friend who wants to start learning to sew. DIY pin cushion by Treasurie
DIY Business Card Holder

Everyone has a multitude of business cards (even debit and credit cards) these days. Instead of having them fill your wallet to overflowing, a neat little cardholder is a nice practical gift. DIY business card holder by Treasurie
Cozy Bowl Cover

This is a useful Christmas gift to sew for those of you who live in the Northern Hemisphere, where it is winter during the holiday season. Protect their hands from hot bowls with this bowl cover by Treasurie.
Cat Sleep Mask

If it is time for a “catnap”, then this little kitten mask is perfect for capturing a peaceful sleep. When you are stuck on Christmas gifts to sew, why not make this for your favorite cat lover. Cat sleep mask by Treasurie
Mini Purses

These mini coins or card purses can attach to your keyring. Made from leather or faux leather, they look amazing with the addition of crystals. Learn how to make mini coin purses as a Christmas gift to sew with Treasurie.
DIY Phone Cover

Make the perfect protection for a precious phone with this colorful cover with a side pocket for earphones! What an awesome Christmas gift to sew! DIY phone cover tutorial from Treasurie
DIY Scrunchie

You can never have too many scrunchies. Make a whole bunch of them and have fun using up all kinds of colorful scraps. Like the hair ties, these are great for posting as they are light. DIY scrunchie for beginners by Treasurie
Fabric Covered Mousepad

Here’s a special gift for the computer corner. Personalize this easy Christmas sewing project or make a heart-shaped pad. This is a very quick and easy gift to make. Sewing is optional! Start making a fabric covered mousepad with Treasurie.
Infinity Scarf Gift to Sew

Christmas gifts to sew that can be worn are always popular, and with a scarf, you don’t need to worry about sizing. Sew this infinity scarf with soft cotton and rayon fabrics. Light jersey fabric also works well for this pattern. Free infinity scarf tutorial and pattern by Treasurie
Christmas Bows

Large Christmas bows can be used on wreaths, pillows, chairs, or attached to clothing. Make them from Christmas fabric or a contrast to your home decor or clothing for a statement piece. They can also be used as Christmas ornaments on your tree. Learn how to make large bows with Treasurie.
Leather Purse

Here’s a great Christmas gift to sew for dog lovers. This free pattern and sewing tutorial has a cute Scottie dog applique and is made from leather or vinyl. Easy DIY leather purse with dog by Treasurie
Christmas Gifts to Sew for Kids, Babies & Pets
Small toys, baby essentials, doll clothes, and pet accessories give you options for recipients who may be harder to shop for, with several projects also making good use of smaller fabric pieces.

Fabric Balls

Fabric balls make great sewing Christmas gifts for pets, kids, and even adults who can use them as stress balls. These spheres are great for using up smaller scraps that have accumulated in your craft room over the year. Learn how to make a sphere ball with Treasurie.
Dog Bandana

Why should humans have all the fun at Christmas? Make your favorite fur child a stylish bandana. This dog bandana slips over their regular collar, and the pattern comes in four sizes. Learn how to make dog bandanas with Treasurie.
Burp Cloth Pattern

Babies’ burp cloths make a great sewn Christmas gift, and as the baby gets older, the cloth doubles as a washcloth. This easy Christmas sewing project is perfect for beginner sewers and just needs some cotton fabric and a towel. Burp cloth pattern by Treasurie
Doll T-shirt

What a pleasure to be able to make doll clothes for little girls who love to dress dolls. A really lovely sewing Christmas gift idea, which is something for the stocking. Free doll shirt pattern by Treasurie.
Baby Blankets

Baby blankets are quick and easy to make and are a beautiful lasting Christmas gifts to sew. Make them from warm flannel and cotton lining to match the baby’s nursery colors. Learn how to make a baby blanket for beginners with Treasurie.
Christmas Gifts to Sew for the Home
Practical household projects can be personalized without changing how they’re made. Choose fabrics that suit the recipient’s kitchen, bedroom, workspace, or décor to turn an everyday item into a more personal Christmas present.

Baskets

Fabric baskets make a very creative and useful Christmas sewing project and gift. Place more Christmas gifts inside the basket or make it in a Christmas fabric ready to display in any room as a great little tidy-all. Fabric basket tutorial by Treasurie
Cushion Covers

These cushion covers make great Christmas gifts to sew as they can add the finishing touches of décor to any room. They are easy to change if they need a quick wash. Learn how to make cushion covers for beginners by Treasurie.
Lampshade Cover

Transform a boring lampshade by covering it with a beautiful patterned fabric. Covered lampshades can be really expensive, so you will save a lot of money with this Christmas gift to sew. Learn how to cover a lampshade with fabric with Treasurie.
DIY Christmas Coasters

Christmas tree coasters can elevate someone’s home decor during the holiday season. These are easy to make and only take a small amount of fabric. Sew a whole set in different Christmas red and green fabrics. Christmas coaster pattern by Treasurie
Napkins

Christmas napkins make a lovely table accessory for the Christmas feast or just ordinary napkins for a gift idea. Easy to make and special to use. The tutorial includes instructions for two styles to suit your sewing skill level. Napkin pattern by Treasurie
Sewing Christmas Bunting

Bunting is a fabulous Christmas decor accessory. Decorate your Christmas tree or hang bunting around the fireplace. Three different styles and all the instructions a beginner needs. It’s easy peasy! Bunting tutorial by Treasurie
Pillowcases

Jazz up your bedroom with pretty bordered pillowcases. This easy tutorial will show you how to add the border and a professional French seam inside for maximum durability. Pillowcase Pattern with Border by Treasurie
More Free Christmas Gifts to Sew
Need a few more ideas? These additional free sewing projects include small pouches and accessories, projects for babies and dolls, pillows, and useful items for the home.
- Triangle Pouch Pattern
- How to Make a Ribbon Bow
- How to Make a Tutu Skirt
- Doll Pillowcase Pattern for 18″ Dolls
- How to Make Fabric Yo Yos
- Starry Sky Clutch Pattern
- Zipper Pouch Tutorial
- FREE Baby Skirt Pattern
- DIY Coin Purse
- Star Pillow Pattern
- DIY Scented Sachets
- DIY Travel Pillow
- Reading Pillow Pattern
Christmas Gifts to Sew FAQs
If you are sewing a Christmas gift to use on Christmas day or during the holiday season, then Christmas-themed fabric is a great idea. Otherwise, if your gift is something your friends or family can use the whole year around, swap it for their favorite color or print.
If you are an absolute beginner sewer, then why not start with the cushion cover with a simple envelope back. If you have learned how to straight stitch, then you can definitely make this easy Christmas sewing project.
Supplies depend on the project, but most require fabric, coordinating thread, scissors, pins or clips, and a sewing machine. An iron and ironing board are also useful for pressing seams and giving finished gifts a neater appearance.
Choose projects with few pattern pieces and minimal closures or finishing. Small accessories, coasters, napkins, sleep masks, and simple home items are better choices when you need to make several presents in a limited amount of time.
Start with fabric in the recipient’s favorite colors or prints. Depending on the project, you can also add embroidery, a monogram, trims, appliqué, or contrasting details to make the finished item more personal.
Sewing Christmas Gifts Packaging

Now you have done sewing Christmas gifts, you need something to put them in. Use your scrap fabric to make fabric gift bags. This tutorial is for four different sizes, but you could easily scale up to make bigger bags.
Christmas Gifts to Sew – In Conclusion
Christmas comes, but once a year, and when it comes, it brings good cheer. No need to buy expensive gifts. Choose something from this homemade Christmas gifts to sew list. Once the gifts are finished, use the remaining pieces for reusable gift bags, bows, or other small Christmas sewing projects.
More Sewing Patterns and Tutorials
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- Free Gathered Skirt Pattern
- How to Make a Circle Skirt
- Baby Skirt Pattern
- DIY Plastic Bag Holder Pattern
- DIY Shower Cap Pattern
Author - Luisa Clare
Luisa Clare is the founder of Treasurie, a sewing and crochet education platform offering step-by-step tutorials and printable patterns. With over 15 years of experience in dressmaking, pattern design, crochet, and craft education, she specialises in teaching beginners through clear, easy-to-follow lessons. Her tutorials and patterns are used by home sewists and crocheters worldwide to build practical skills and confidence. Learn more about Luisa and Treasurie.


