small sewing projects for gifts

In this post I show you how to sew 6 absolute beginner sewing projects for gifts or sell.

Sewing is a wonderful hobby that can also be a great way to make personalized gifts for your loved ones. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, there are many small sewing projects that you can create in a short time and with minimal materials. In this post, I will share with you some ideas for small sewing projects that are perfect for gifts:

How to make a silk bookmark?

If you are looking for an original and elegant gift for someone who loves reading, this bookmark is the perfect solution. It is easy to make, and it uses an old silk tie that you can find in your closet or at a flea market. Here is what you need:

• A silk tie
• A button or buttons
• An elastic band

Choose your favorite tie and cut off the needed length. Check how it will fit the book that you want to decorate. Then, on one end, sew an elastic band, and on the other, from the left side, a button or buttons. The silk bookmark is ready to use!

Here is how the finished bookmark looks like:

As you can see, it holds the pages of the book perfectly and adds some color to it. You can make several bookmarks in different colors and patterns and give them to your loved ones. It is a great way to use old ties and show your creativity.

How to make a coin purse very easy ?

If you often have too many pennies in your pockets and you want to organize them in a stylish way, this coin purse is the perfect solution. It is easy to make, and it uses veggie leather and colorful threads. You can also customize it with different clasps and decorations. Here is what you need:

• Thread
• Round object (for pattern)
• Scissors
• Craft clips
• Pencil
• Velcro or other clasp

How to sew a coin purse?

1. Cut two circles of veggie leather using a round object as a pattern. You can use a cup, a lid, or anything else that has the size you want.
2. Cut a small piece of velcro or use a different clasp of your choice. You can also apply a thin line of glue on the velcro to make it stick better.
3. Glue or sew the velcro to the right side of one of the circles, near the edge.
4. Test the clasp by attaching the other circle to it. Make sure it closes well and adjust if needed.
5. Decorate the right side of the circle with the velcro with colorful threads. You can make a rainbow pattern or any other design you like.
6. Join the left sides of the circles with craft clips and sew them together with a thread that matches the veggie leather.
7. Enjoy your rainbow coin purse!

Here is how the finished coin purse looks like:

As you can see, it is very cute and practical, and it can hold your pennies securely. You can make several coin purses in different colors and sizes and give them to your friends and family as gifts.

How to make a leather cat wallet?

If you are looking for a sweet and original gift not only for cat lovers, this wallet is the perfect solution. It is simple to make, and you don’t need a sewing machine for it, because you only need a needle and thread. This wallet can also help you save money, because it “bites” when you take out too much or too often &(*_^)&

You need:

• Fabric, leather, scissors, needle and thread, zipper
• Patterns:

CLICK PATTERN 1

CLICK PATTERN 2

How to sew a cat wallet?

1. Cut out the parts from fabric and leather according to the patterns.
2. Sew them together with the zipper.
3. Turn the wallet to the right side and sew the zipper again.
4. Sew the remaining edges of the wallet and done!
5. Optionally you can glue the eyes, nose and tongue of the cat.

Here is how the finished cat wallet looks like:

As you can see, it is very cute and practical, and it can hold your small change. You can make several such wallets in different colors and patterns and give them to your friends and family as gifts. It is a great way to use fabric and leather and show your creativity.

How to make a cat clutch?

• Paper (for pattern)
• Ruler
• Scissors
• Pencil
• Zipper
• Eyelets
• Eyelet puncher

How to make a clutch pattern?

1. Create the pattern according to your own taste. I chose a rectangle shape, but you can also make it round, oval, or any other shape you like.
2. Draw the pattern on a piece of paper and cut it out. You will need two pieces of the same size and shape for the front and back of the clutch.
3. Draw a cat face on one of the pieces. You can use a stencil or freehand it. You will need to cut out the eyes, nose, mouth, and whiskers from the veggie leather later.

How to sew a clutch with a zipper?

1. Cut out the parts of the pattern from the veggie leather. You will need two pieces for the clutch body and several pieces for the cat face.
2. Glue or sew the zipper to the top edge of one of the clutch pieces. Make sure it is aligned and centered.
3. Glue or sew the other clutch piece to the other side of the zipper. You should have a pouch with a zipper opening.
4. Cut out the cat face application from the veggie leather. You can use different colors for the eyes, nose, mouth, and whiskers.
5. Glue or sew the cat face application to the front of the clutch. Make sure it is symmetrical and well-placed.

How to attach metal eyelets?

1. You will need some eyelets and an eyelet puncher for this step. You can find them in any craft store or online.
2. Decide where you want to place the eyelets on your clutch. You can use them as decorations or as holes for attaching a strap or a handle.
3. Make a small hole with a hole puncher where you want to place an eyelet.
4. Then put the “rabbit’s legs” of the eyelet through the hole and open them with your fingers or pliers.
5. Now jupi, the eyelet is ready!

How to finish the clutch?

1. Sew the edges of the clutch with a thread that matches the veggie leather.
2. Optional: make cool edges with special scissors for cutting decorations.
3. The clutch is ready!

Here is how the finished cat clutch looks like:

As you can see, it is very cute and fun, and it can hold your essentials like your phone, keys, wallet, etc. You can make several such clutches in different animals and themes and give them to your friends and family as gifts.

How to make shoe clips?

If you are bored with your plain or old shoes and you want to give them a new look, shoe clips are the perfect solution. They are easy to make, and they use veggie leather and shoe clips. You can also customize them with different shapes and colors. Here is what you need:

• Shoe clips (you can buy them online or make them yourself)
• Scissors
• Hot glue

How to make heart shoe clips?

1. Choose a heart shape that you like. You can use a stencil or draw it by hand.
2. Copy the heart shape on a piece of veggie leather and cut it out with scissors. You will need two hearts for each shoe clip.
3. Cut out a small patch of veggie leather for the back of the shoe clip. It should be slightly smaller than the heart shape.
4. Glue the shoe clip to the back patch with hot glue.
5. Glue the heart shape over the back patch and the shoe clip, covering them completely.
6. Repeat the steps for the other shoe clip.
7. Enjoy your heart shoe clips!

How to make bow shoe clips?

1. Choose a bow shape that you like. You can use a pattern or draw it by hand.
2. Copy the bow shape on a piece of veggie leather and cut it out with scissors. You will need one bow for each shoe clip.
3. Cut out a small strip of veggie leather for the center of the bow.
4. Fold the bow shape in half and glue it together with hot glue.
5. Wrap the strip around the center of the bow and glue it in place with hot glue.
6. Cut out a small patch of veggie leather for the back of the shoe clip. It should be slightly smaller than the bow shape.
7. Glue the shoe clip to the back patch with hot glue.
8. Glue the bow shape over the back patch and the shoe clip, covering them completely.
9. Repeat the steps for the other shoe clip.
10. Enjoy your bow shoe clips!

Here is how the finished shoe clips look like:

As you can see, they are very cute and fun, and they can change the appearance of your shoes in an instant. You can make several such shoe clips in different shapes and themes and switch them according to your mood and outfit.

How to make a fabric notebook cover?

If you are a fan of organization and you have many notebooks for different purposes, such as a calendar, a bullet journal, notes, or books, you might want to make them look more attractive and personalized. A fabric notebook cover is a great way to do that. It is easy to make, and it uses fabric and thread. You can also customize it with different colors, patterns, and decorations. Here is what you need:

• Fabric
• Thread
• Scissors
• Ruler
• Pencil
• Needle or sewing machine
• Optional: ribbon for bookmark

How to measure a notebook cover?

1. To make a fabric notebook cover, you need to measure your notebook first. You can use any notebook you like, as long as it has a hard cover.
2. Open your notebook and lay it flat on a table. Measure the width and the height of the cover, including the spine. Add 1 cm (0.4 inch) to both measurements for seam allowance. This will be the size of the main piece of fabric.
3. Measure the width and the height of the front and back covers, without the spine. Add 1 cm (0.4 inch) to both measurements for seam allowance. This will be the size of the side pieces of fabric.
4. You can see an example of how to measure a notebook cover in this [picture].

How to cut and sew a fabric notebook cover?

1. When you have your measurements, you can copy them on the fabric. You will need one main piece and two side pieces of fabric for each notebook cover.
2. Cut out the pieces of fabric with scissors.
3. Fold the side pieces in half, with the right sides facing each other.
4. Place the side pieces on top of the main piece, with the right sides facing each other. Align the edges and pin them together.
5. Sew along the edges with a needle or a sewing machine, leaving a small gap for turning the cover inside out.
6. Cut off the excess fabric at the corners and turn the cover inside out through the gap.
7. Sew the gap closed with a few stitches.
8. Optional: add a ribbon as a bookmark by sewing it to the inside of the spine.

Here is how the finished fabric notebook cover looks like:

As you can see, it is very useful and creative, and it can protect your notebook from dirt and damage. You can make several such covers in different fabrics and themes and switch them according to your mood and occasion. It is a great way to use fabric and show your personality.

I hope you enjoyed my post on 6 small sewing projects that are easy to make and fast, perfect for gifts. These projects are great for beginners or experts, and they can be customized with different colors, patterns, and decorations. You can also use them for yourself or give them to your friends and family as gifts. They are fun, creative, and inexpensive, and they will surely be appreciated by the recipients.

Thank you for reading my post and I hope you will try some of these projects yourself. If you do, please share your results with me in the comments section below. I would love to see your creations. And if you want to see more ideas like this, please subscribe to my blog , where you will find many inspirations for sewing projects. Have a nice day! 😊

In this post I showed you 6 small sewing projects for beginners which you can give as gifts or sell.

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