4 Last-Minute Christmas Gifts You Can Sew Quickly & Easily
'Tis the season to be sewing! If you’ve run out of gift ideas and want to do something special for your loved ones, then I’m going to show you some awesome last-minute Christmas gifts to sew! Let's get started.
Tools and materials:
- Fabric of choice
- Pins
- Matching thread
- Drawstring
- Sewing machine
- Scissors
- Ruler
- Fabric pen
- Face mask pattern
- Elastic
- Embellishments
- Glue gun
- Paper
- Lobster clasps
- Measuring tape
1. Christmas pillow cover
Cut a 72 x 52cm (28.34 x 20.47 inches) rectangle. On one end, fold the fabric in twice to hide the raw edge and sew to secure.
Cut another rectangle with the same width but a different length - 92 x 52cm (36.22 x 20.47 inches). Then, fold one end of the width and repeat the process.
Now, pin the two folded side seams together, right sides facing. Also, pin the top and bottom.
Fold the longer piece over and pin the sides. Sew to secure. Then, overlock the edges.
Flip the fabric inside out and that’s it! You have yourself some festive Christmas pillows! What do you think of this as a gift?
2. Drawstring bag
Cut a rectangle 40 x 86cm (15.74 x 33.85 inches). Fold the rectangle in half lengthwise, right sides facing.
Measure 6cm (2.36 inches) from the top and draw a horizontal line.
Now fold the top line so that the edge touches the line you just drew. Pin and sew. This will be a tunnel for the drawstring.
Cut another rectangle that measures 5 x 15cm (1.96 x 5.90 inches). Fold it in half lengthwise and sew to secure.
Turn it inside out and cut it in two.
Fold the pieces in half and sew the ends.
Pin and sew the side seams of the bag.
Pin the small loops on either end, around 5cm from the bottom. Be sure to insert it between the fabric.
Sew to secure and go over the loops to ensure it stays in place.
Insert the drawstring from the two loops at the bottom and feed it through the top tunnel.
It’s complete! These would make great Christmas gifts to sew for friends.
3. Tote bag
For this cute gift idea, cut a piece of fabric 40 x 90cm (15.74 x 35.43 inches). Fold it lengthwise, right sides facing.
Pin the side seams and sew. Then, overlock the edges.
Cut two strips that measure 8 x 60 cm (3.14 x 23.62 inches) for the handles. Fold the raw edges and press. Then, fold the whole strip lengthways and press. Sew the pressed edges down.
Next, cut another rectangle that measures 6 x 38cm (2.36 x14.96 inches). Connect the ends and sew.
Connect this piece to the top of the bag, as shown.
Make a 7cm (2.75 inches) mark on both sides of the bag. These marks are the handle’s position.
Slide one end of the handle piece under the pinned piece and place it on the 7cm (2.75 inches) mark. Then, do the same for the other end. Repeat on the other side.
Sew all around to secure. Make a double seam where the handles are.
Flip the short piece inside, and pin it all around the top edge. Then, do a topstitch.
Fold the end of the shorter fabric piece inside, around 1cm (0.39 inches). Pin all around and sew for a lovely finish.
Here’s the final result! This is a perfect last-minute Christmas gift to sew!
4. Pearl face mask and chain
Face masks have become a necessity these days. To make this beautiful mask, print this mask pattern and transfer it to your fabric. Make sure your fabric is folded. Then, cut out the shape.
Pin two pieces on the curved side and then sew.
Now, lay the pieces on top of each other, right sides facing. Pin the top and bottom and make sure the center seams align. Then, sew both layers.
Fold the fabric on the ends, around 1.5cm (0.59 inches) inside.
Cut a 15cm (5.90 inches) elastic and insert each end to the sides, as shown. Then sew over to secure.
Glue some cute pearls or any other light embellishments to the outside of the mask.
Then, make a pearl chain by inserting 0.3mm sized pearls through a 60cm (23.62 inches) string.
Attach two of these clasps at both ends of the chain.
What do you think of this as a Christmas gift? I love this style, and I think this is so functional; anyone would be happy to receive it!
Last-minute Christmas gifts to sew tutorial
There you have four different last-minute Christmas gifts to sew. Let me know what you think of these easy-sew Christmas gift ideas that you can DIY at home. Happy Holidays!
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Thank you for sharing these ideas. I love all of them, and they're so easy to make too! I'm definitely feeling inspired. ❤