♥︎Christmas Inspiration · Gifts
24 homemade Christmas gifts for your loved ones
Find your next Christmas project
What will you put under the tree this year?
We love handmade Christmas gifts. They're lovely to make and even lovelier to give. Just imagine receiving something that someone has taken the time to make by hand, especially for you. That's pretty special.
Fancy making Christmas gifts for your loved ones too? We've gathered 24 ideas that are easy to add your own personal touch to. You'll also find gifts you can get started on without knowing the recipient's exact measurements or size.
Happy making!
In this article
Theme 01 ♥ Bags
Gift a bag that's one of a kind
Bags make brilliant handmade Christmas gifts. You can choose fabrics and details with the recipient in mind, without needing to know their measurements or size.
IDEA 1
Sew our Ilka clutch
Ilka is a modern fold-over clutch with a zip and a lovely gift for anyone who loves bags. Choose a fabric with the recipient in mind and make it as simple, festive or colourful as you like.
Download the free printable sewing pattern and get sewing.
Idea 2
Sew a toiletry bag
A personal gift with room for all their favourites. Find the pattern, the best materials and a video guide for the project.
Idea 3
Sew a bum bag
A gift that can go everywhere with them. Get our tips on patterns and fabrics, and follow the video guide step by step.
Idea 4
Knit a bag
A lovely gift for someone who deserves a little extra. The popular bag frame makes it easy to knit, and the pattern is free.
Idea 5
Crochet a soft bag
A lovely gift to crochet and give. The chunky Velvet yarn means you'll see the bag take shape in no time.
Theme 02 ♥ Accessories
Cosy gifts for cold days
Accessories make lovely gifts that can be worn and enjoyed all winter long.
Idea 7
Sew a heat pad
A small gift that makes a big difference. Fill it with cherry stones or linseeds, and you can sew it in an evening.
Idea 8
Sew cosy mittens
A lovely gift for cold winter days. We've put together the fabric, pattern and everything else you need in a sewing kit.
Idea 9
Knit warm, feltet slippers
A cosy gift for cold feet. The knitted slippers are felted in the washing machine, making them lovely and thick and soft.
Idea 10
Sew a dog coat
The four-legged member of the family deserves a gift too. Sew a warm dog coat to keep your pooch cosy on cold winter days.
Find even more ideas for gifts, Christmas decorations and festive outfits in this year's Christmas magazine
Theme 03 ♥ For the home
Gifts that find a home
There's something special about giving something handmade and then seeing it used again and again. It's almost as if a little piece of you has moved in too. We rather like that thought.
Theme 04 ♥ For the little ones
Little hands, big Christmas gifts
There's something special about gifts for and from the little ones in the family. Make something for the little ones you can't wait to spoil, or choose a fun project the kids can help make themselves and put under the tree.
Let the kids join in
Things kids can make themselves
The best gift from a child is one they've made themselves. We've gathered projects that can be made in an afternoon around the kitchen table, with a little help for the bits that need sewing.
The guide shows where an adult needs to help and what the kids can do on their own.
IDEA 16
Sew an activity mat
A gift for little hands that love to touch, play and explore.
IDEA 17
Sew a soft teddy mouse
A soft little friend to play with, cuddle and take on adventures.
IDEA 18
Sew an Advent calendar
For 24 little surprises and excited kids counting down to Christmas Eve.
IDEA 19
Sew a soft baby nest
A lovely gift for the newest member of the family. Our sewing kit has everything you need for the project.
Theme 05 ♥ Quick gifts
Handmade, even when time is short
You don't need hours to surprise someone with something handmade. Here you'll find quick projects that are easy to get started on, so you can treat someone you love and still have time for the rest of December.
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So many Christmas projects to get started on
Our shelves are full of Christmas goodies just waiting to come home with you and be turned into something special.
Discover Christmas fabrics galore, from cosy Christmas jersey to practical oilcloth, plus plenty of creative materials for Christmas projects big and small.
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