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If you’re like me, you probably like to make gifts for friends and family for the holidays. Last year most of the gifts I gave for Christmas were made by me. I have several friends that sew though, and was stumped about what to give them, when I know they could make the same things for themselves. This year, I’ve compiled a list of some really great gift ideas for “the girl who sews everything.” I also thought it might be helpful for you to share with your friends and family who might be wondering what to get you! I also have a surprise, so keep reading!

In no particular order…

Adult coloring books are really trendy right now, and lucky for us: many fabric designers are coming out with their own coloring books! Connecting Threads has a whole section of coloring books, so you can add them to your thread order to save on shipping!

Bag of the Month Club 2016 – I joined last year and it was a blast! Why not gift a membership to a friend and sew each month’s bag side by side? Right now, the website is locked until December 1st, but you can sign up to the newsletter to be the first to hear about it when registration opens. The gist of the club is that there are 6 different pattern designers, taking turns releasing a unique pattern from January to June. So by July, you’ll have 6 new patterns (and depending how fast you sew, at least 6 new bags). There’s an early bird discount too! Update: the website is now live! https://www.bagomc.com/

Fabric bundles! It’s so fun getting surprise fabric! Many shops, like Fabric Spark, offer monthly designer bundles, and also beautiful assorted bundles.

Bag Bling! Often those extra finishing touches make our projects look much more professional. Emmaline Bags has the best quality hardware I’ve ever used. Any bling from there will be treasured.

If your friend loves coffee almost as much as sewing, they’ll love this special sewing mug! Connecting Threads has several quilty gift ideas to check out.

I love my Thread Cutterz ring so much! I wrote a post about them here if you want to read more about them. I think they’d make a great stocking stuffer!

Show the world you’re crafty! I have several of these Swoon shirts, and wear them with pride.

These thread sets from Connecting Threads are fabulous! I bet they’d even make adorable ornaments in a Christmas tree!

Stuff her stocking with little extras, like packages of piping. It’s nice to have a variety on hand. Sitka Fabrics has a great assortment of colours at a great price.

Not sure which fabric to pick for her? Many shops, like Funky Monkey Fabrics, offer gift certificates.

An embroidery kit is a nice change of pace for sewists, and Flare Fabrics has several to choose from. This owl one is my favourite.

Sometimes it’s fun to just pick up a project and not have to think too much about it, like having the fabric  already picked for you. Craftsy offers dozens of sewing project kits which include a pattern and all the fabric needed for the project. You usually just need to add any interfacing and/or hardware. Check out the big selection of bags and other projects. SURPRISE! I’m giving away this Noodlehead Envelope Clutch Kit!! See below to enter.

Update: Thanks to everyone who entered; the giveaway is now over.

Make your own kit! How about a paper pattern, like these from Swoon, plus all the materials needed, including interfacing, stabilizer, fabric and hardware. You could even go one step further and cut out the interfacing so your friend is really treated and just gets to sew and skip the worst part. I wouldn’t suggest cutting the fabric though – I take my pattern placement very seriously 😉

A reliablefabric marker always comes in handy. Read more about fabric marker selection in this post.

I love digital patterns, so of course I need to include them in this list. Surprise your friend with a fun new PDF, like this Sew Sweetness Crimson and Clover Train Case pattern.

Finally, make her something! The gifts I’ve received made by fellow sewing friends are so treasured. As a maker myself, I know all the love that goes into it. This new Maker Tote from Noodlehead would be the perfect gift for a crafty friend.

What’s on your wish list?
p.s. Don’t forget to share this post with your friends and family so they know what to get you this year!

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