Get a rundown of the very best gifts for sewing enthusiasts in your life. These 25 sewing gift ideas include something for everyone, from the beginner sewer to a pro.
You’ll find essential tools for the sewing kit and thoughtful books, organisers and accessories that any sewer will love.
In this sewing gift guide, I’ve included a selection of gift ideas to suit every budget. If you have more cash to splash, you may like to purchase them a sewing machine or Cricut maker. If you have a tight budget, don’t worry. I have many thoughtful gift ideas that are affordable and perfect to pair with chocolates or as stocking fillers this Christmas.
Check out my round-up post for 15 homemade gift ideas if you want to hand-make gifts this year.
Need A Sewing Gift Idea?
I’ve got you covered! I consider myself so lucky when it comes to the fact that I get to sew so frequently – not just as a hobby, but as a career. Creating sewing tutorials is one of my favourite things to do, and I experiment with various tools and fabrics.
Do you have a friend or family member who has just started sewing as a hobby? Or a grandma who has been sewing for years, and you have no idea what to buy her?
Many of these gift ideas come from my years of sewing experience and are things I know other passionate makers would enjoy. I’ve got gift ideas for every kind of sewer in your life!
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Gifts for Sewing Enthusiasts
Here are some of the best gifts for the sewing lovers in your life! From a lovely new sewing machine to cute mugs and practical pin cushions for their craft room. I've got you covered, no matter what your budget is.
How sweet are these wooden spool pin cushions? This personalised gift is not only thoughtful but super practical. Topped with a pretty floral Liberty London fabric, this is sure to be loved among sewers.
This dainty necklace is perfect for sewing enthusiasts that have everything.
A highly desired tool of crafters. The Cricut Maker 3 can cut out crafting materials, including fabric. It has many uses, including the ability to print vinyl labels to iron onto sewing projects like tote bags or to use as clothing labels. This tool is the perfect gift for all sewing lovers in your life!
Personalised gifts are always considered thoughtful. This sewing journal is lovely for sewers to jot down sewing plans and ideas. Sometimes ideas can be lost on bits of paper or sewing patterns. Having a dedicated book is a great way to avoid misplacing them.
Speaking from experience, a mug with a lid is a must in any crafting room. I have spilt many coffees on my fabric, so a cover is essential. This pretty floral mug has a lid, and the insulated sides will keep drinks warm while the creativity flows. No one likes drinking cold tea!
This workhorse was my first sewing machine which I used for 12 years! This Christmas gift from my parents sparked my love for sewing at eleven, and I'm forever grateful.
This sewing machine has all of the functions needed for sewing clothing or small sewing projects. It comes with a few basic sewing feet and accessories, and any extras are highly affordable.
Sometimes pins don't cut it. These handy clips are commonly used in quilting but have recently taken a liking to garment making—a perfect gift for those that have just started sewing.
Who else forgets to stay hydrated while sewing or being creative? I used to be terrible, but since purchasing my Hydro Flask water bottle, I remember to keep drinking water while sewing. A drink bottle eliminates the risk of water spilling on patterns or fabric!
I love giving gifts that people wouldn't buy for themselves. These Bohin glass head pins are lovely to have in your sewing kit. Made with real glass in France, these pins are a beautiful gift.
I'm a big fan of planning my sewing projects, which helps me remember ideas or moments of inspiration. A pretty, inspiring journal is the perfect place to write down my thoughts. These Liberty London notebooks have a beautiful embroidered cover making them appropriate for sewing enthusiasts.
When being creative, I love listening to uplifting music! These Apple headphones are super comfortable and don't have annoying cords that get in the way while cutting out fabric or sewing.
With so many different sewing needles, losing track of what's what can be easy. This pin cushion is marked with varying needle types and sizes, so more time can be spent sewing, not sorting out needles!
This wooden sewing kit includes all the essentials to start sewing. If you're looking for an encouraging gift to give someone interested in sewing as a new hobby, why not encourage them with this thoughtful box of sewing supplies?
I didn't have a rotary cutter for years, but it changed how I approached sewing when I finally treated myself to one. I now find cutting out smaller projects more enjoyable, encouraging me to get into quilting.
This set has all the tools needed to start using a rotary cutter and comes in three pretty colours, pink, blue and purple.
This wooden sewing box is a lovely place to store sewing supplies, fabric or patterns. Suppose it's a new hobby. A storage box is usually last on a sewer's list to buy. You could fill this with sewing tools or snacks for eating while sewing!
If you are sending a gift from a distance, maybe consider a digital sewing pattern that can be emailed to your loved one. My popular Camille top sewing pattern is loved amongst the sewing community and is a great beginner sewing project that anyone can make.
A spool organiser is brilliant for those with limited sewing supplies space. Many holders are wide and require lots of room, but this nifty device utilises height and rotates 360 degrees—the perfect way to store threads without them getting all tangled together.
A good quality pair of fabric shears can't go amiss. These Gingher shears are not only affordable but widely loved throughout the sewing community for their durability. You could pair these with a pin cushion and a set of pins.
This excellent book is filled with essential garments for women who want to make clothing that fits and that they love to wear. It includes all the sewing patterns, easy-to-follow instructions and lots of inspiration—a perfect gift for someone who has everything.
Sewing requires a lot of crafting supplies, from tools to fabrics. This can become messy quickly, so why not gift a helpful set of storage drawers?
This set can hold materials on the left and tools, notions and sewing patterns on the right. The simple white design is modern and super functional, being on wheels.
A mini iron is super handy for steaming seams and smaller sewing projects that don't require a lot of heavy ironing. Oliso is a favourite brand amongst quilters, plus it's pink!
This Bohin wrist pincushion is on my wish list. It's handy to wear while sewing or cutting out material, so you aren't constantly looking for pins. It makes it easy to pull pins out and pop them straight into the pin cushion rather than all over the floor. Plus, it's pretty.
A lot of sewers avoid hand sewing because it looks intimidating. This book is full of beautiful techniques for learning how to hand sew.
This clever tool is super helpful for hemming clothing the correct width. Twenty come in a pack so that hems will be measured quickly but accurately. This is an excellent stocking stuffer gift idea.
This gift may seem strange, but with the rise in digital sewing patterns, a printer is essential for any sewer. This affordable option comes with 6 months of free ink, which equals 700 pages per month, perfect for printing lots of sewing patterns of.
How to Make These Sewing Gifts Thoughtful
There are many ways to make these gifts more thoughtful for your loved ones. Try combining a few of these sewing items in a pretty gift basket or a storage container to add extra functionality to your gift. If you are going to give one of the expensive items like a sewing machine, wrap it up in brown paper and add a beautiful satin ribbon. Little touches go a long way!
Here are a few of my favourite items to add to a sewing gift basket:
- some of my free sewing patterns from the resource library
- pretty fabrics
- spools of thread
- spare bobbins
- sewing books
- sewing patterns
- fat quarters in different colours and prints
- useful notions like zips or buttons
- hand sewing needles
- a voucher for a fabric retailer
- laces and ribbons
- a pair of snips
I’d love to hear from you! Do you sew, or are you looking for gifts for the sewers in your life? These items would also be an excellent gift for you because we deserve to treat ourselves!
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